‘I’m Afraid for My Future’: Proposed Laws Threaten Gay Life in Russia
The laws, all but assured of enactment, would intensify a crackdown on L.G.B.T.Q. freedom in Russia, which Vladimir V. Putin has cast as a corrosive Western influence.
Corrections: Nov. 4, 2022
Corrections that appeared in print on Friday, Nov. 4, 2022.
Kherson Braces for Battle as Russian Administration Evacuates
Evidence points to both sides preparing for a pitched battle for the southern city, and Ukrainians say hints of a Russian military withdrawal are mere deception.
Rishi Sunak Has a Boris Johnson Problem
Already saddled with a budget crisis amid a cost-of-living crisis, the British prime minister has to deal with his predecessor.
Community mourns loss of Rev. Dr. Calvin Butts III
by AmNews Staff Reports When news broke of the passing of the Rev. Doctor Calvin O. Butts III, on Oct. 28, 2022, there was an immediate outpouring from New Yorkers and those beyond. New York Attorney General Letitia James said, “Rev. Dr. Calvin Butts was an icon, spiritual leader, and powerful voice for progress. An
Inaugural Maryland Emancipation Day Festival to Acknowledge Maryland’s Early Abolition of Slavery and Honor African American History and Contributions to the State
The inaugural MDEmancipationFest: A Maryland Emancipation Day Celebration, presented by Baltimore’s Mount Clare at Carroll Park Commission in partnership with The National Center for the Improvisational Arts, will take place on November 5, 2022. It is a community gathering that will feature live music from regional, national, and internationally recognized musical artists, poets, speakers, and
Howard University represents HBCUs at White House College Radio Day
By DaQuan Lawrence, Howard University News Service Students from several schools across America recently met with Vice President Kamala Harris and senior officials from the Biden administration to discuss the current student loan forgiveness plan and college affordability, among other key issues. The meeting took place as the White House hosted a broadcast journalism event
Baltimore City urgently needs poll workers!
Election Day is days away and Baltimore City is still short 1,000 election judges! In order to ensure that Baltimore has enough staff to run every polling location on election day, we need your help!What Does an Election Judge Do?Election judges work from 7 am – 8 pm (not including additional set up and clean
Real talk: Black families must prioritize protection from COVID-19 for young children
By Joan Prince, Ph. D. When America gets a cold, the Black community gets pneumonia. This is a saying that is well known to many who pay attention to topics of health care and health equity in this health-compromised and vulnerable population in America. Yes, there have been colds, there has been pneumonia, and now
Sophisticated Settings — Lifestyle — November 04, 2022
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