Qatar Bribery Case Cracks Open European Parliament — and Finds Hidden Cash
Prosecutors say the glamorous lifestyle of a European lawmaker masked a Qatari corruption scandal. It exposed how vulnerable Brussels is to foreign influence.
Ayo Ito releases new R&B EP “Just Might”
Sultry Japanese-American R&B musician Aya Ito is releasing her debut EP “Just Might” from Thursday, December 15, 2023 on YouTube and all the usual streaming platforms. Aya Ito is a Japanese and Black American multilingual, multi-genre, Chicago based singer/songwriter. The talented young artists sings in English, Japanese, & Spanish. Aya Ito is a native of
Afro e-Edition 12-16-2022
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Gentle parenting: is it the answer to reducing childhood trauma?
By Marnita Coleman, Special to the AFRO Raising children is a monumental task. Parenting style influences the home and can impact families and communities for generations– long after a mother or father has passed. Parents are often recalibrating their techniques to fit the concerns of their children. What’s interesting is parenting styles vary from too
No is a sentence: setting healthy boundaries in 2023
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report for America Corps Member, tmcqueen@afro.com Saying “no” and setting healthy boundaries are crucial to survival in this fast-paced, ever-demanding world. As year three of the COVID-19 pandemic comes to a close, many are finding themselves burned out at work and stretched thin emotionally at home. This week, as
Striving for success: six tips for avoiding holiday learning loss
By Maya Pottiger, Word in Black The holiday break is just around the corner, and you and your kids might have very different ideas of how to spend the time off from school. Though it’s absolutely critical for students to rest their bodies and minds — seriously, let them sleep! — it’s also important to
Garland: Justice Dept.’s civil rights work is key priority
By Lindsat Whitehurst, The Associated Press The early work of the Justice Department’s civil rights division meant confronting White supremacists who were intimidating Black voters, and 65 years later, its work is just as urgent amid a surge of hate crimes in the U.S., Attorney General Merrick Garland said recently. “Now more than ever, protecting
Department of Public Works begins workforce development program, residents urged to apply
The Department of Public Works (DPW) recently launched the new B’More WISE program to help provide residents with technical skills, livable wages and long-term careers. This program will also help fulfill staffing needs within DPW. (Photo by The Department of Public Works on Facebook) By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report for America Corps Member
Durant Family Foundation gifts Bowie State University $500,000 to transform its basketball arena
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, Report for America Corps Member, msayles@afro.com and Deborah Bailey, Contributing Editor, dbailey@afro.com The Durant Family Foundation and Bowie State University (BSU) have announced a $500,000 award to the institution. BSU and the Foundation are calling for Black athletes to “give back” with investments in historically Black colleges and universities. Brooklyn Nets
Malaysia rescuers race to find survivors of deadly campsite landslide – Reuters
Malaysia rescuers race to find survivors of deadly campsite landslide Reuters Malaysia landslide: At least 16 campers dead and more missing BBC Malaysia Landslide: 12 killed, search and rescue operations underway | Latest English News | WION WION Landslide at Malaysia campground leaves 9 dead, 25 missing The Associated Press Landslide In Malaysia Leaves Over A Dozen Dead, Multiple