By Alexa Spencer, Word in Black Social media has made it easier than ever to access mental health education. In a matter of seconds, a quick search for “ways to manage anxiety” or “how to set boundaries” on Instagram or TikTok lands users face-to-face with licensed therapists. With a new platform on the scene —
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire, @StacyBrownMedia Charles W. “Chuck” Cherry II, a prominent figure in the fight for social justice and a staunch supporter of the Black Press, has died. According to the Daytona Times, the retired attorney and publisher of the Daytona Times and the Florida Courier passed away on July 15, at
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com On July 26 the trial for Tavon Scott Jr., the ex-squeegee worker on trial for murder, was cut short as a juror called out sick with flu-like symptoms, according to Judge Jennifer Schiffer. Scott is being charged with the murder of Timothy Reynolds, 48. Reynolds died of gunshot
Written By Sandi Hemmerlein nyker // Shutterstock 15 US airports getting major renovations—and tips for navigating them The tourism industry is still rebounding from the sharp declines it experienced due to the coronavirus pandemic, particularly during the periods of lockdowns and heavy travel restrictions that plagued 2020. And that is especially true for air travel
By CityBiz As our nation and community recover from the residual pain and trauma of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is worth remembering the vital role that funeral home professionals played in guiding families through their time of loss. To honor their thankless efforts, the AFRO is proud to host a long overdue celebration of the “Unsung
By The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Marla Gibbs has waited a long time to tell her life story. The Emmy-nominated actor known for her roles on “The Jeffersons” and “227” among others has a deal with Amistad, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers dedicated to Black stories, for a memoir coming out in fall
By LARRY NEUMEISTER, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — A 71-year-old man linked to a crew of drug dealers blamed in the fentanyl-laced heroin death of “The Wire” actor Michael K. Williams was sentenced Tuesday to more than two years in prison at a proceeding in which the actor’s nephew recommended compassion for the defendant. Carlos Macci
The 13.8-foot statue, unveiled in Gumi, South Korea, honors former President Truman on the 70th anniversary of the Korean War armistice.
American troops led United Nations forces to defend South Korea against the North. The war ended with a cease-fire agreement and a Korean Peninsula that is still divided.
Despite tough talk, Britain’s new sanctions program against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has proved shaky. Some oligarchs have received generous exemptions. Officials have at times overreached.