Afro e-Edition 07-15-2022
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Family of man hurt in police van seeks civil rights charges
By Pat Eaton-Robb, The Associated Press The family of a Black man in Connecticut, paralyzed when a police van without seatbelts braked suddenly, asked federal authorities July 8 to file […] The post Family of man hurt in police van seeks civil rights charges appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .
Raiders’ Morgan is NFL’s first Black female team president
By W.G. Ramirez, The Associated Press The Las Vegas Raiders introduced a former Nevada gambling regulator July 7 as the franchise’s new president, the first Black woman to hold the […] The post Raiders’ Morgan is NFL’s first Black female team president appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .
Illinois swears in high court’s 1st Black woman justice
By John O’Connor, AP Political Writer The first Black woman to serve on the Illinois Supreme Court was sworn in July 7, celebrating the event as recognition of the “undeniable […] The post Illinois swears in high court’s 1st Black woman justice appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .
“All Things New” as Tye Tribbett’s Highly Anticipated Album Drops! Listen here
“All Things New” the much-anticipated new album from genre-melding, music powerhouse Tye Tribbett is out and available now to download/stream on digital platforms. The new project released via Motown Gospel features cameos from some of the industry-heavy hitters, including PJ Morton, Kierra Sheard, Mali Music, Jekalyn Carr, and Zacardi Cortez to name a few. The
Must Listen: “My Life is in Your Hands” – Maverick City Music x Kirk Franklin (feat. Chandler Moore)
Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin have released the official video for “My Life is in Your Hands,” the 7th track from their collaborative project “Kingdom Book One” available now. The soulful ballad featuring worship leader Chandler Moore is a remake of Kirk’s classic hit with the same title. “My Life is In Your Hands”
‘Words Will Not Stop Them’: Israel Urges U.S. to Put Pressure on Iran
Prime Minister Yair Lapid of Israel called on the United States to threaten military action if Iran continued its nuclear program, while President Biden said diplomacy was the best way to counter threats from Iran.
Britain Braces for ‘Exceptionally’ Hot Weather
The Met Office issued an amber warning for extreme heat this weekend.
‘Putin’s War Must Be a Strategic Failure,’ Biden Says in Israel
Ukraine policy has been a point of friction between Israel and the United States.
Biden’s Relationship With Netanyahu Blows Hot and Cold
The U.S. president has often spoken fondly of Israel’s former prime minister, but relations between the two have also had low points.