*A consortium comprising the Ford Foundation, the J. Paul Getty Trust, the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, the Mellon Foundation, and the Smithsonian Institution, announced today the official transfer of ownership of the acclaimed Johnson Publishing Company (JPC) archive to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) and to
*Nick Cannon has been facing a little bit of backlash in the last couple of days over a resurfaced interview where he claimed 80% of women need assistance with their hygiene. The talk show host made those comments while appearing on Angela Yee’s Lip Service (@aylipservice) last month. He said at the time, “80% of
*Prime Video has released the official trailer for the highly anticipated series “A League of Their Own,” inspired by the original 1992 film directed by Penny Marshall but featuring new characters. The series is co-created and executive produced by “Broad City” alum Abbi Jacobson and Will Graham, with Jacobson also starring, per Variety. As previously
*(CNN) — This week’s trial proceedings in Russia over WNBA star Brittney Griner‘s detention have shed more light on the details of her arrest, including her testimony that she wasn’t provided key information on her rights granted under Russian law. Seated in a courtroom near Moscow Wednesday, Griner denied accusations from prosecutors of drug smuggling
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By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, Report for America Corps Member, msayles@afro.com CLLCTIVLY, a Baltimore social change organization focused on racial equity, narrative change, social connectedness and resource mobilization, recently […] The post Baltimore social change organization CLLCTIVLY welcomes first chief operating officer appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .
By Deborah Bailey, AFRO D.C. Editor Angela Alsobrooks soared above her contenders on Primary Election Day to secure the Democratic nomination for a second term as Prince George’s County Executive. […] The post Maryland Democratic election round up: Prince George’s County residents vote to stay with current leadership in top county posts appeared first on
By Nicole D. Batey, Special to the AFRO Experts, community and faith-based leaders, along with social activists, youth, government officials, and other concerned Marylanders rallied together on July 8 and […] The post Crisis in the Black Community Conference held at Morgan State University appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .
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Northwood Plaza. Just the name alone brings memories to Baltimoreans of yesteryear- some great, fun and happy memories of a time when the shopping center looked bright and exciting. I […] The post Students rejoice over Northwood renovation: A word from WEAA student intern, Nazeeh Henderson appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .