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U.S. Justice Department and States Sue Apple Over Alleged Smartphone Market Monopoly

Written by Stacy M. Brown The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, accuses Apple of violating Section 2 of the Sherman Act by maintaining a stranglehold over smartphones through restrictive contractual terms and

Is a Cultural Shift on the Horizon?

Written by Maya Mackey As with all traditions in all cultures, it is up to the elders to pass down the rituals, food, language, and customs that identify a group. So, if your auntie, uncle, mom, and so on didn’t

Spotlight on Women in Sports History

Written by Willie Brown Fortunately, women aren’t competing just for the money. They are in it for the love of the game, and the opportunity to blaze trails for women behind them. As we reflect on the great female

Art Imitates Life

Written by Genoa Barrow Mental health awareness for African Americans has found its way into popular TV programs with creators and showrunners including storylines that see main characters seeking therapy or having characters be mental health providers. Other shows feature

National Links Trust Celebrates Black Golfers With ‘Uneven Fairways’ Documentary Screening

Written by Amber D. Dodd The film highlights the pantheon of Blacks–from Pete Brown, the first Black golfer to win a PGA Tour event at the 1965 Waco Open, to Jim Thorpe, a 75-year-old golfer and Morgan State University graduate

Miles College Women’s Basketball Team Wins First SIAC Title; Division II Tournament Next

Written by Sym Posey The “win” was historic after the team defeated Kentucky State 75-72 for its first-ever SIAC title behind tournament MVP Feliah Greer, who scored a career high 33 points. “It was an amazing feeling to be able

4 Films Every Educator Teaching Black Students Should Watch

By Aziah Siid SAN DIEGO VOICE AND VIEWPOINT — So, where can teachers see accurate and empathetic representations of the struggles, successes, and joys of teaching Black kids in deliberately underfunded and disenfranchised schools? And, most importantly, where are films that

Advocacy Groups Call on U.S. Department of Transportation to Tackle Racial Bias in Traffic Enforcement

Written by Stacy M. Brown The coalition’s report presents several recommendations to incentivize reforms at the state and local levels. A coalition of advocacy groups is urging the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to address racial bias in traffic enforcement, citing

Preventable Tragedies: Unintentional Shootings by Children Remain a National Concern

Written by Stacy M. Brown According to data provided by Everytown, at least 157 lives were lost, and 270 individuals were injured last year due to unintentional shootings by children. The devastating consequences of firearm mishandling, and inadequate storage continue

Alabama Republicans Pass Controversial Anti-Diversity Legislation

Written by Stacy M. Brown Democrats, student groups, and civil rights advocates condemned it as an assault on free speech and diversity initiatives, particularly poignant given Alabama’s history of segregation and racism. Alabama Republicans have stirred controversy with the passage of

U.S. Plummets in World Happiness Rankings According to 2024 Report

Written by Stacy M. Brown Released on the UN’s International Day of Happiness, the report, a collaborative effort among Gallup, the Oxford Wellbeing Research Centre, the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, and the World Happiness Report’s Editorial Board, sheds light

House Republicans Propose Budget to Cut Medicare, Social Security, and ACA While Favoring Wealthy

Written by Stacy M. Brown Less than two weeks after President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address, where he emphasized a vision for economic fairness for the middle class, the Republican Study Committee, representing most of the House GOP,

Employees have a right to express support for Black Lives Matter while they’re on the job, according to a historic labor board decision

Written by Michael Z. Green A Home Depot store violated labor law when it disciplined Antonio Morales, the National Labor Relations Board ruled on Feb. 21, 2024. Morales, a Home Depot employee in the Minneapolis area, had drawn the letters BLM on

Former ‘Goon Squad’ Officers Sentenced for Violent Civil Rights Offenses in Mississippi

Written by Stacy M. Brown The former deputies counted among six former law enforcement officers, self-identified as the “Goon Squad,” who were scheduled to face sentencing following their admissions of guilt to federal civil rights violations. Former Mississippi Sheriff’s

Children experience more injuries, stress and even burnout when they specialize in one sport

Written by Nirav Pandya From football to baseball, gymnastics to tennis, more young athletes are becoming sports specialists. They join expensive sports clubs or youth leagues and devote themselves to a single sport all year long. But Nirav Pandya, a professor

Biden Issues Executive Order to Propel Women’s Health Research Forward

Written by Stacy M. Brown On Monday, March 18, President Joe Biden signed “Advancing Women’s Health Research and Innovation,” a groundbreaking executive order that administration officials declared marks a significant milestone in prioritizing women’s health on the national agenda. “It is time

President Biden Unveils Ambitious Housing Plan During Vegas Trip

Written by Stacy M. Brown Biden highlighted the impact of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) and emphasized the injection of $1 billion into Nevada to provide affordable housing and housing assistance. President Joe Biden arrived in Las Vegas, Nevada,

Historic Antitrust Settlement Reshapes Real Estate Landscape: NAREB Prepares for Industry Shift

Written by Stacy M. Brown In a development reshaping the real estate industry, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) finalized a historic settlement late last year following a multibillion-dollar antitrust ruling. This $418 million settlement, expected to go into effect

40 years ago, the Supreme Court broke the NCAA’s lock on TV revenue, reshaping college sports to this day

Written by Jared Bahir Browsh The Pac-12 is likely to be competing in its last March Madness, as realignment has pushed 10 of its schools to other conferences. What led the most decorated conference in the NCAA to dissolve so quickly?

What are microcredentials? And are they worth having?

Written by Daniel Douglas As private firms and governments struggle to fill jobs – and with the cost of college too high for many students – employers and elected officials are searching for alternative ways for people to get good jobs without having to earn a traditional college degree. Microcredentials

LAWMAKERS MUST FULLY FUND THE WIC PROGRAM

Written by Candace Baker Half of all babies — including mine — rely on this essential program. But unless Congress acts, millions could face food insecurity. When my grandmother was raising my cousins and me, she taught us to

CASH BAIL IS UNFAIR AND VIOLATES DUE PROCESS

Written by Sonali Kolhatkar Should poor people await trial behind bars while the rich go free? In the latest election year culture war, some Republicans say yes. Many Americans haven’t heard of cash bail. But the idea is central

Americans Willing to Pay More to Eliminate the Racial Wealth Gap, Creating a New Opportunity for Black Business Owners

Unprecedented national research released today provides encouraging news that most Americans are willing to pay a premium price for products and services if they know that they are helping to reduce the racial wealth gap in the U.S. The study

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. announces new $2 million fundraising commitment for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., a beacon of service and commitment, celebrated its enduring alliance with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® at the Vicennium Partnership Banquet at the Masonic Temple. The event was hosted by the Memphis (TN) Alumni Chapter,

The hostility Black women face in higher education carries dire consequences

By Ebony Aya Isolated. Abused. Overworked. These are the themes that emerged when I invited nine Black women to chronicle their professional experiences and relationships with colleagues as they earned their Ph.D.s at a public university in the Midwest. I

U.S. Citizens Flee Haiti Amidst Escalating Chaos: Global Concerns Mount

Written by Stacy M. Brown The evacuation came amid escalating chaos in Haiti, where gang attacks, looting of aid supplies, and widespread violence reportedly have pushed the nation to the brink of famine. Amidst escalating turmoil in Haiti, a recent exodus

Black Press Week Galvanizes Advocacy, Celebrates Legacy, and Mobilizes Voters

Written by Stacy M. Brown This year’s observance, which featured the NNPA’s annual Board of Directors meeting and a visit to the White House, resonated with the theme: “Getting Out the Black Vote.” In a stirring celebration of 197

Study Reveals Soaring Successes and Lingering Struggles for Women, Especially Women of Color, in Music

Written by Stacy M. Brown With the observance of Women’s History Month in full swing, the music world has finally begun to recognize female artists’ vast contributions. The latest report from the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative reflected on the strides forward and

The U.S. Senate Border Bill Split

Written by Ariama C. Long New York City has seen about 180,000 migrants and asylum seekers sent to the city over the last two years, according to city numbers. The situation has become so dire that dozens of migrants were

Former President Trump Sees Reduction in Felony Charges

Written by Stacy M. Brown While this may seem like a victory for Trump, McAfee’s decision to quash six counts in the indictment, including three against the presumptive 2024 Republican presidential nominee, comes with caveats The twice-impeached and four-times indicted former

House Passes Bill Banning TikTok in the United States

Written by Stacy M. Brown The move highlights lawmakers’ growing concerns over the app’s possible threats to national security. The United States House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation to potentially ban TikTok, the viral video-sharing platform owned by a China-based company.

President Biden Unveils $3.3 Billion Plan to Reconnect and Rebuild Communities Across America

Written by Stacy M. Brown The president unveiled the strategy during a visit to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The initiative is expected to address long-standing problems of neglect and isolation in communities, particularly those that have suffered disproportionately from previous infrastructure projects. President

The U.S. Senate Border Bill Split

By Ariama C. Long, Report for America Corps Member | New York Amsterdam News U.S. Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, along with U.S. Rep. Greg Stanton from Arizona, recently took a two-day trip to the southern border to learn about the

OP-ED: Congress Is Right: Federal Reserve’s Reg II Will Hurt Minority Communities in America

By Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., National Newspaper Publishers Association President and CEO I am pleased to congratulate Rep. Nikema Williams (D-Ga.) who led a coalition of lawmakers who wrote to the Federal Reserve urging the central bank to withdraw Regulation II

Breaking News: Schumer Calls for New Elections in Israel, Criticizing Netanyahu’s Leadership

Written by Stacy M. Brown Speaking from the Senate floor, Schumer emphasized that Netanyahu’s leadership no longer serves Israel’s best interests. “The Netanyahu coalition no longer fits the needs of Israel after Oct. 7,” Schumer proclaimed in a scathing takedown of

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre Affirms Biden’s Vision Amidst GOP Opposition

Written by Stacy M. Brown On the morning after the powerful State of the Union Address, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre convened with select Black and Hispanic media members to reiterate the president’s commitment to “all Americans” while denouncing Republicans

Cincinnati Addresses Deep-Rooted Housing Inequities Through Landmark Settlement

Written by Stacy M. Brown The Council’s actions were in response to city records which revealed that, by 2020, Cincinnati had granted 2,640 residential tax abatements totaling $183 million, with over $53 million directed to a predominantly white, affluent neighborhoods. In

NAACP Urges Black Student-Athletes to Reconsider Florida Colleges Amid DEI Funding Controversy

Written by Stacy M. Brown The call comes in response to a new state policy preventing institutions from utilizing government funds for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. NAACP president and CEO Derrick Johnson has called on Black student-athletes to reconsider

President Biden Unveils Ambitious Budget Focused on Investing in America, Cutting Costs, and Strengthening Social Programs

Written by Stacy M. Brown The president’s approach emphasizes growing the economy from the bottom up and the middle out, as opposed to top-down strategies. President Joe Biden has revealed a comprehensive budget plan that the White House says prioritizes investment

Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge Announces Retirement

Written by Stacy M. Brown President Joe Biden praised Fudge’s leadership, her dedication to rebuilding HUD, and her expanding efforts to build generational wealth through homeownership. He expressed gratitude for her contributions and wished her well in her next chapter as

National Urban League Unveils 2024 State of Black America Report: A Deep Dive into Complex Realities and Persistent Disparities

Written by Stacy M. Brown Established in 1976 under the visionary leadership of the late Mr. Vernon E. Jordan Jr., the organization’s fifth president, the report remains a cornerstone for understanding the multifaceted challenges faced by Black Americans across crucial domains

Rotary Dental Clinic Begins, Serves Low-Income Children

By Wilmington Rotary Club Photo caption: Dr. Gabe Rich examining a patient on Feb. 17. Twenty-five children from low-income families got dental exams, cleanings and treatments Feb. 17 at the first of four free clinics sponsored by Wilmington Rotary Club.

OP-ED: A Silent Killer No More

By Hamil R. Harris Data from Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City shows that more than 13 percent of African American men between the ages 45 and 79 will develop prostate cancer in their lifetimes. And Black men

PRESS ROOM: Iyanla Vanzant to Headline EMERGE Live! An Immersive Retreat for Visionary Black Women Seeking Rest, Healing and Renewed Purpose

Written by NNPA As a cultural icon who has been described by Oprah Winfrey as “the most powerful spiritual healer, fixer, teacher, on the planet,” Iyanla’s unparalleled wisdom, inspiration, and passion promises to energize attendees, guiding them on a path to

Rep. James Clyburn Steps Down from House Leadership

By Stacy M. Brown Longtime South Carolina Democratic Rep. James Clyburn has announced his resignation from his House leadership position, effective immediately, while simultaneously committing to run for reelection. Clyburn, a staunch supporter of President Joe Biden, said he aims

Trucking Company Owner Jason Burroughs Uses Mentorship to Help Many

Burroughs owns C & B (Carrier and Brokered) Transportation Systems, a flatbed trucking company that he started in 2020 and has since secured contracts with billion-dollar companies and become the single supplier for diversity, equity, and inclusion for pipe and

Woodlawn Cemetery Conference Brings Light to Preservation Efforts

Woodlawn Cemetery Conference Brings Light to Preservation Efforts By Sabreen Dawud | Special to the AFRO The Woodlawn Cemetery Perpetual Care Association Board of Directors partnered with the Woodlawn Collaborative Project to host the virtual Woodlawn Cemetery Conference on Feb.

The ‘Father of Black Professional Basketball’

By Rashad Miller Robert ‘Bob’ Douglas was born in the British West Indies on Nov. 4, 1882. According to Naismith Hall of Famer John Isaacs, Douglas’ first sport was soccer and after playing soccer one day, he was invited to

President Biden Unveils Sweeping Plan to Lower Housing Costs for Working Families

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Biden is urging Congress to enact legislation facilitating more Americans’ access to homes, acknowledging the pivotal role of homeownership in family well-being and economic prosperity. In a move to tackle

UAB Launches Global Seal of Biliteracy Program for Anyone in the Community

Written by NNPA By Shannon Thomason | UAB News | The Birmingham Times BIRMINGHAM TIMES — The Global Seal is recognized by leading employers worldwide, increasing the marketability of graduates and building UAB’s partnerships with multinational companies seeking multilingual talent. UAB

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