Sophisticated Settings — Lifestyle — March 24, 2023
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NNPA President Benjamin Chavis lays out 2023 Black Press agenda
By Alexis Taylor, AFRO Managing Editor Black reporters, editors and publishers recently received marching orders from National Newspaper Publishers Association President and CEO, Benjamin Chavis. Capping off Black Press Week, which took place from March 13 to March 17, Chavis highlighted the history and importance of Black news media, their commitment to the truth and
Silicon Valley Bank collapse concerns entrepreneurs of color
By Kat Stafford and Claire Savage, The Associated Press In the hours after some of Silicon Valley Bank’s biggest customers started pulling out their money, a WhatsApp group of startup founders who are immigrants of color ballooned to more than 1,000 members. Questions flowed as the bank’s financial status worsened. Some desperately sought advice: Could
Trump spurs supporters to protest amid fear of arrest
By Michelle L. Price, Jill Colvin and Eric Tucker, The Associated Press Donald Trump claimed on March 18 that his arrest is imminent and issued an extraordinary call for his supporters to protest as a New York grand jury investigates hush money payments to women who alleged sexual encounters with the former president. Even as
Do the Benefits of Rental Property Ownership Outweigh the Risks?
Photo: milkos via 123RF Owning a rental property is a great investment opportunity, but it also has several risks and benefits to consider carefully. Here, we will outline some of the key risks and benefits of owning a rental property to help you determine whether it is the right investment option for you. Benefits of
Historic indictments for former U.S. president loom
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com A grand jury is expected to indict former U.S. President Donald Trump in connection with payments made to quiet an adult film performer’s allegations of an affair. Trump is facing possible indictment under Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. If a jury finds cause, he would be the first
Ghana president to address State of Black World Conference in Baltimore
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
Buying Gold: What You Should Know Before You Invest
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
Faith leaders, elected officials respond to death of Rev. Alfred C.D. Vaughn, pastor of Sharon Baptist Church
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
BUILD advocates to eradicate vacant Baltimore housing in Annapolis
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