By Grace Yarrow, Capital News Service Sen. Chris Van Hollen, (D-MD), hopes to reform medical debt practices with the introduction of legislation that would curb unfair policies and protect consumers. Van Hollen and co-sponsor Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Connecticut, announced the bill Nov. 30. The Maryland lawmaker and Murphy first sponsored the legislation in 2020. The
by Jitahadi Imara One of the many attractive aspects of Kwanzaa, the African American holiday celebrated December 26th through January 1st, is its spiritual feature. Although Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday, it nevertheless has a spiritual dimension. One of the many attractive aspects of Kwanzaa, the African American holiday celebrated December 26th through January
By Reginald Williams, Special to the AFRO Dapperly dressed in their tuxedos and black ties, 100 Black Men of Prince George’s County gathered at Martin’s Crosswinds in Greenbelt, Md., to celebrate ten years in service and host the annual fundraising gala. Representing Black excellence, doctors, lawyers, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and more than 200 supporters attended
Singer-songwriter and worshipper, Chibuzor Victor releases his new single “Your Love,” available now on all major digital platforms (click here). The heartfelt piece is a testament to God’s amazing love for us. “Your Love is more than enough for me,” Chibuzor iterates through the beautiful song as he acknowledges God’s love, testifying His goodness, grace
Nigerian Gospel singer-songwriter, Maranatha Ngene simply known as Maranatha makes her debut on the music scene with her first official single titled “Amen”. According to Maranatha, “Amen” is a song inspired by the Holy Spirit. “It’s a powerful song of deliverance through the Worship of the Amen of God!” she added Maranatha is a young
Singer-songwriter and gospel minister, Kachy offers up new music in the form of his new song video titled “Talo Lese (I Give You Thanks)”. According to Kachy, “Talo Lese” is a timeless song that will instill in you the courage to lift your hands in praise in your difficult moments, as God turns things around
US-based Cameroonian gospel singer artiste and multi-Award winner, Saint D has released an animated music video for his single “Amen.” Sharing the inspiration behind the song, Saint D says “This is just what the world needs for the season. It’s all about celebrating all the Lord has done for us and dancing out our way
By Alexa Spencer, Word In Black After breastfeeding all four of her children, finding out in 2020 that she had breast cancer was the biggest shock of 32-year-old Tulsa, Oklahoma resident Aisha Patterson’s life. She’d now become a part of the 9% of American women diagnosed with the disease before age 45. And, as a
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, @StacyBrownMedia Democratic Rep. Steven Horsford, who earned the distinction of Nevada’s first African American State Senate Majority Leader, will lead the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) during the 118th Congress in January. Horsford, who won reelection to Nevada’s fourth congressional district in November, was announced as the
By Tiffany Ginyard, Special to the AFRO What do hip-hop, Baltimore club music and coping skills have in common? Jessica Fauntleroy, a local social worker, figured the combination could be a tool to teach children to be alert and self-aware. Furthermore, she thought a catchy wellness anthem for Black kids to bop to would be