Putin Announces Ukraine Annexation, Calling West the Enemy
Declaring that Russia would annex four regions of Ukraine, which the West rejects as illegal, the Russian president accused the U.S. and its allies of “despotism’’ and “Satanism.’’
Iran Protests Continue Despite Heavy Crackdowns
Dozens of people have been killed in nationwide demonstrations that erupted almost two weeks ago after Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman, died in police custody.
Yusuf al-Qaradawi, Influential Muslim Scholar, Dies at 96
Considered a moderate by some and an extremist by others, he backed political Islam, attacked Al Qaeda and dispensed advice in a TV show viewed by millions.
Russia Strikes Regions in Eastern Ukraine Then Declares Them Russian
The strikes killed a total of 30 civilians and wounded 107 in one of the bloodiest attacks in recent weeks.
Protests Erupt in Cuba Over Blackouts Caused by Hurricane Ian
Demonstrators in Havana blocked street traffic, chanting “we want the light.” Many were angry that the lack of electricity this week has rotted what little food they had stored.
CBCF Update: ‘Gospel Extravaganza’ enlightens Annual Legislative Conference attendees
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report For America Corps Member, tmcqueen@afro.com On Sep. 29 the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) held a “Gospel Extravaganza” at Greater Mount Calvary Holy […] The post CBCF Update: ‘Gospel Extravaganza’ enlightens Annual Legislative Conference attendees appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation addresses the ‘Black agenda’ during National Town Hall at 51st Annual Legislative Conference
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report For America Corps Member tmcqueen@afro.com On Sep. 29 Nicole Austin-Hillery, CEO and president of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF), and CBC Chairwoman […] The post Congressional Black Caucus Foundation addresses the ‘Black agenda’ during National Town Hall at 51st Annual Legislative Conference appeared first on AFRO American
Baltimore Girl Friends: celebrating Black women of the past and present
Due to the pandemic, the Baltimore Chapter of Girl Friends have been anxiously waiting for more than two years to celebrate their 90th anniversary luncheon (1930-2020). The chapter’s “Woman of […] The post Baltimore Girl Friends: celebrating Black women of the past and present appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .
Trevor Noah to leave The Daily Show, saying he wants to do more standup – The Guardian
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Zelensky pushes ‘accelerated’ application for Ukraine NATO membership – The Washington Post
Zelensky pushes ‘accelerated’ application for Ukraine NATO membership The Washington Post Russia-Ukraine War Latest Updates: Putin Announces Annexation of Ukrainian Land The Wall Street Journal Ukraine has ‘accelerated’ NATO application in wake of Russia annexing territories, Zelenskyy says Fox News Ukraine makes NATO membership bid following Putin’s annexation of four Ukrainian regions Al Jazeera English Ukraine applies for NATO