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Remembering Two Legends

The Final Call reflects on the legacies, impact, and contributions of two influential luminaries: the incomparable Tina Turner and the iconic Jim Brown.

The Dangers and Risks of GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms)

The masses of Americans, Blacks in particular, are suffering from other problems produced by “Genetically Modified Organisms.” What is the definition of a “Genetically Modified Organism”?  From the American Heritage Medical Dictionary, it gives the definition:  “An organism whose genetic characteristics have been altered by the insertion of a modified gene or a gene from another organism using the techniques of genetic engineering.”  And the definition of “gene” is...

New Chicago Mayor inherits huge challenges

CHICAGO—May 15 marked a monumental day for the city of Chicago, as the new mayor, Brandon Johnson was inaugurated. Mayor Johnson, 47, became the 57th mayor and third Black mayor to America’s third-largest city. Mayor Johnson is a former Chicago public school teacher, longtime Chicago Teachers Union organizer, and also served as Cook County commissioner. Several thousand supporters packed the Credit...

Lawsuit accuses credit bureaus of destroying scores and ensuring windfall for loan companies

A Black entrepreneur and credit expert is suing the three major credit bureaus and a bank for purposely “altering, fabricating and destroying” his lifelong excellent credit profile by removing most of his excellent credit history and thus reducing his access to loans, he argues. In the United States, credit is a gateway to home and car ownership as well as...

Student Minister Abdullah Muhammad visits Arkansas and Louisiana

By William X Boyd, Student Study Group Coordinator  The believer’s perseverance and spirit are nothing short of phenomenal! Since the easement of COVID-19 protocols, Pine Bluff, Arkansas and Homer, Louisiana requested a visit by a strong soldier, Student National Prison Reform Minister Abdullah Muhammad, to speak to the inmates in the area. However, after arriving in the Southwest Region, all three...

Following a supreme example of service

For nearly 70 years, the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan, who celebrated his 90th birth anniversary on May 11, continues to be the example for the Fruit of Islam (F.O.I.). He has faithfully served humanity by continuing the work of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad, which is to raise the Black man and woman and oppressed people from their current...

St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s resignation brings mixed emotions from supporters

ST. LOUIS—After a long battle to stay in office, the now former St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kimberly Gardner has been replaced by former Assistant U.S. Attorney Gabe Gore.  Mr. Gore was appointed as the new St. Louis Circuit Attorney on May 19 by Missouri Governor Mike Parson. Atty. Gore was among 18 candidates who applied for Ms. Gardner’s position...

Celebrating 90 Years

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Farrakhan: A heart and example to pattern our lives after

CHICAGO—The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan marked his 90th birth anniversary on May 11 by feeding more than 2,000 people both physical and spiritual food over a four-day span. Like his Teacher, the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad, the Minister does not believe in birthday celebrations. However, Minister Farrakhan decided to mark the occasion by providing 1,000 meals to people in need...