by Aziah Siid, Word in Black Your favorite Black woman author? Chances are their work has been banned or challenged in a school district or library in the United States. According to data compiled by the American Library Association, there were 781 “attempts to ban or restrict library resources between Jan. 1 – Oct. 31
By Wanjohi Kabukuru and Vitus-Gregory Gondwe, The Associated Press Authorities are still getting to grips with the scale of Cyclone Freddy’s destruction in Malawi and Mozambique since late March 11, with over 370 people confirmed dead, several hundred still missing and tens of thousands displaced. On March 17, Malawi authorities said Freddy killed at least
By Sherri Kolade, The Michigan Chronicle We are here for Black women living lavishly and in luxury and they are “bad and bougie” in the best way. From doctors and lawyers to stay-at-home women and teachers, everyone is welcome to gather their things and themselves and join the luxe life, which is really all about
By DaQuan Lawrence, Special to the AFRO President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo of the Republic of Ghana recently confirmed his attendance at the upcoming State of the Black World Conference V, which ensues from April 19-23, at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Md. President Akufo-Addo, who is currently serving his second term as Ghana’s
By Ignatius Ssuuna and Jill Lawless, The Associated Press Britain’s government said March 19 that it could start deporting asylum-seekers to Rwanda in the next few months — but only if U.K. courts rule that the controversial policy is legal. The Home Office said it was aiming to start flights “before the summer,” as Home
Finances FYI | Presented by JPMorgan Chase Photo: inkdrop via 123RF From an investing or savings perspective, gold has historically been a good safety net option for preserving or passing on wealth. This precious metal is considered a stable investment with a wide range of benefits, such as liquidity, safety, and portability. However, gold lacks income
By Catherine Pugh, Special to the AFRO Rev. Alfred Corrigan Daniel Vaughn, pastor of Baltimore’s Sharon Baptist Church, passed away quietly on March 19 at home surrounded by his family, his wife of sixty years Lillian Vaughn, and his two daughters, CaSandra and Rev. Lynnette Vaughn. About ten ministers showed up immediately following his death
By Deborah Bailey, Special to the AFRO With Prince George’s County’s rental rates skyrocketing and eviction rates ranking among the highest in Maryland, County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and members of the County Council are looking toward sustainable solutions for the 40% of county residents who are renters, while placing a temporary patch on rental price
By Tawanda W. Johnson, Special to the AFRO The high rate of Black youngsters taking their own lives is heart-rending. According to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, suicide rates among Black youth have risen faster than in other racial/ethnic group during the past two decades, with suicide rates in Black males, ages
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Baltimoreans United In Leadership Development (BUILD) gathered, earlier this month, to support SB 769, a bill that permits Baltimore City to acquire more vacant properties through in rem foreclosure. “We are here today to support the expansion of in rem foreclosure which will help Baltimore City acquire more