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Farrakhan speaks live on national radio, to discuss national and world events

FCNNEWSSOURCE CHICAGO (FinalCall.com) - The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan of the Nation of Islam will discuss current events and issues important to Black America, the general public and the world in a live on-air interview with WVON-AM afternoon radio host Cliff Kelley today, Thursday, March 10, at the Black talk radio station. The media is invited to attend the interview...

Black is Back Coalition holds 12th annual march on the White House

WASHINGTON—Amid the backdrop of honking horns, chants and cheers as some people in D.C.’s community celebrated the news of President-elect Joseph Biden’s victory, the Black Is Back Coalition for Social Justice, Peace and Reparations rallied at Malcolm X Park for the 12th consecutive year. The coalition cautioned that it does not matter who is in the White House, Blacks...

America’s Wrongfully Convicted

DNA evidence freeing dozens after years behind bars HOUSTON (FinalCall.com) - Since being released from prison, Michael Anthony Green has had trouble readjusting to life as a free man after serving more than 27 years for a rape prosecutors now say he didn't commit. Mr. Green, who is Black, is due $2.2 million in compensation from the State of Texas...

Disaster prep coalition underway

By Saeed Shabazz -Staff Writer- NEW YORK– - In weather-related or natural disasters, the most vulnerable citizens are often left to fend for themselves or are unprepared. The New York City-based International Preparedness Network, concerned that support services are not accessible to Blacks, Latinos and other people of color when most needed during extreme disasters are organizing a movement using Hurricane Katrina...

Unraveling of a Great Nation: The Consequences of Rejecting ‘A Torchlight for America’

by Dr. Abdul Haleem Muhammad —Guest Columnist— The year 2023 will represent the 30th anniversary of the release of “A Torchlight for America” authored by the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan. In 1993, the message of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad was delivered to Pharoah by his faithful servant, the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan, as “a gentle word” in this magnificent...

Revolutionary Healing: Reclaiming mental health for a better community

The need for healing recently took full focus in Fairburn, Ga. Revolutionary Healing, founded by Oglala Lakota and Black activist YoNasDa LoneWolf, hosted its second Friendsgiving event. People from far and wide attended, participating in organic healing sessions, indigenous exhibits, horseback riding, vending, entertainment and more. From music artists to lifestyle consultants, authors, activists and nutritionists, the event attracted...

History-making fashion! Al-Nisa Designs returns with a virtual Fashion Week showcase in Italy

by Abisayo Muhammad Al-Nisa Designs is on a mission to empower women through fashion as it headlines its 4th annual modest collection along with several emerging designers as guests during Torino Fashion Week (TFW) November 15-21. Designer and owner Sister Carmen Muhammad will present Al-Nisa: Night in the USA at one of the most prominent fashion week events in the world. The event...

Money, College Athletics And The Latest NCAA Scandal

By Charlene Muhammad CHARLENEM A federal bribery investigation has re-opened an ugly door on major sports payoffs and the exploitation of young athletes. Four Division I National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) basketball coaches, three athletic advisors, an Adidas company executive and two affiliates were arrested September 26 in connection with two related fraud and corruption schemes. According to the Department of Justice, 10...

Congressional hearings provide clear evidence of a changing of worlds

NEWS ANALYSIS The eighth hearing investigating the January 6th insurrection has come and gone, but recent data reflecting partisan differences between liberals and conservatives show that new information is unlikely to change many hearts and minds as November’s mid-term elections approach, increasing the likelihood of more violence and civil unrest over the next two years.  While Democrats and the White liberal...

Why Zaytuna College?

-Staff Writer- Islamic institution of higher education fosters climate of understanding and tolerance With all of the educational diversity America offers why start a Muslim college? “The establishment of Muslim institutions of higher education in the United States is part of the natural evolution and maturity of our community. We have reached the stage where we have scholars who...