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The first Saviours’ Tour stop in 2025 hits Houston
by West Muhammad
HOUSTON—During the last weekend in April, Fruit of Islam (F.O.I., the men of the Nation of Islam) from around the country gathered...
The joys of Black motherhood Honoring and respecting our first teacher, nurse and protector
As many people across the world prepare to observe what is called “Mother’s Day,”—traditionally celebrated on the second Sunday in May—it is important to...
Celebrating and carrying on the legacy of the great educator, Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu
Renowned writer, educator and publisher Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu, 71, made his transition, departing this life on April 25 after decades of dedication addressing the...
Wreath laying ceremony honors Freddie Gray 10 years after brutal death
by Alexis TaylorThe AFRO
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Local officials, residents, family members and friends came together April 19 to honor the life of Freddie Gray exactly 10 years...
Study: Teens say social media has negative impact
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Is social media bad for teens’ mental health and well-being? According to a new study by the Pew Research Center, “Teens, Social Media...
International
Israel’s attacks on Lebanon are rooted in a decades-long agenda
Israeli forces struck southern Beirut on April 27, marking the latest in a number of attacks since signing a United States-brokered ceasefire deal with...
The concerning rise of multinational corporations’ financial attacks on African development
For decades, African-based multinational corporations have drained millions, maybe billions, of dollars from Global South taxpayers through a secretive pseudo-court system known as Investor-State...