Putin Announces Ukraine Annexation, Calling West the Enemy
Declaring that Russia would annex four regions of Ukraine, which the West rejects as illegal, the Russian president accused the U.S. and its allies of “despotism’’ and “Satanism.’’
Iran Protests Continue Despite Heavy Crackdowns
Dozens of people have been killed in nationwide demonstrations that erupted almost two weeks ago after Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman, died in police custody.
Yusuf al-Qaradawi, Influential Muslim Scholar, Dies at 96
Considered a moderate by some and an extremist by others, he backed political Islam, attacked Al Qaeda and dispensed advice in a TV show viewed by millions.
Russia Strikes Regions in Eastern Ukraine Then Declares Them Russian
The strikes killed a total of 30 civilians and wounded 107 in one of the bloodiest attacks in recent weeks.
Protests Erupt in Cuba Over Blackouts Caused by Hurricane Ian
Demonstrators in Havana blocked street traffic, chanting “we want the light.” Many were angry that the lack of electricity this week has rotted what little food they had stored.
CBCF Update: HBCU leaders come together at Annual Legislative Conference to strategize and strengthen Black institutions
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report For America Corps Member, tmcqueen@afro.com Historically Black college and university (HBCU) leaders convened at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s (CBCF) 51st Legislative Conference […] The post CBCF Update: HBCU leaders come together at Annual Legislative Conference to strategize and strengthen Black institutions appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers
CBCF Update: ‘Gospel Extravaganza’ enlightens Annual Legislative Conference attendees
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report For America Corps Member, tmcqueen@afro.com On Sep. 29 the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) held a “Gospel Extravaganza” at Greater Mount Calvary Holy […] The post CBCF Update: ‘Gospel Extravaganza’ enlightens Annual Legislative Conference attendees appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .
CBCF Update: Rep. James E. Clyburn and other EPA officials gather at the Annual Legislative Conference to discuss environmental justice and advancing equity
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report For America Corps Member, tmcqueen@afro.com On Sep. 29 Black leaders came together for a conversation on environmental justice and advancing equity during the […] The post CBCF Update: Rep. James E. Clyburn and other EPA officials gather at the Annual Legislative Conference to discuss environmental justice and advancing
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation addresses the ‘Black agenda’ during National Town Hall at 51st Annual Legislative Conference
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report For America Corps Member tmcqueen@afro.com On Sep. 29 Nicole Austin-Hillery, CEO and president of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF), and CBC Chairwoman […] The post Congressional Black Caucus Foundation addresses the ‘Black agenda’ during National Town Hall at 51st Annual Legislative Conference appeared first on AFRO American
Baltimore Girl Friends: celebrating Black women of the past and present
Due to the pandemic, the Baltimore Chapter of Girl Friends have been anxiously waiting for more than two years to celebrate their 90th anniversary luncheon (1930-2020). The chapter’s “Woman of […] The post Baltimore Girl Friends: celebrating Black women of the past and present appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .