Departure Story honors and highlights the Caribbean-American and Black immigrant experiences through the eyes of Celestine, who arrives in the United States and begins testing the boundaries of her power in several facets of life. (Courtesy Photo) By Dareise A. Jones Special to the AFRO Rowana Abbensetts Dobson, writer, mental health advocate and entrepreneur published […]
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Baltimore’s David Miller encourages Black boys to read and dream
David Miller’s new children’s book, Chef Toussaint. (Courtesy Photos) By Marnita Coleman Special to the AFRO While college touring in Florida with his daughter, we caught up with David Miller, Baltimore’s esteemed social entrepreneur, for a candid conversation about the launch of his new children’s book, family dynamics and future projects on the horizon. Miller’s […]
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A Kids Company About accumulates $7 million in funding to expand its brand
A Kids Book About has now expanded to A Kids Company About to include podcasts and classes for youth to tackle challenging and critical topics, including mental health, careers paths and social justice. (Courtesy Photo) By Megan Sayles AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com Back in 2018, Jelani Memory, a native of […]
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New Golf Lifestyle show ‘The Club Life’ created by Wendell Haskins set to air two episodes on CBS Sports Network
Wendell J. Haskins (Photo/wendelljhaskins.com/) Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, August 20, 2021, Polo shirts, cigars, country clubs, and luxury resorts. In many circles, golf is still viewed as a leisure activity for the 10 percent– and taking place on members-only courses. Opening the door on the sport is “The Club Life,” a new lifestyle series with […]
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There weren’t enough Fridays for Tom Joyner’s Sky Shows
Former radio show host and entrepreneur Tom Joyner used fun at his unique Sky Shows and the Fantastic Voyage cruises to make money for students at the nation’s HBCUs. (Photos courtesy of Black America Web) By Rev. Dorothy Boulware AFRO Managing Editor The excitement was high in whatever city that was bracing itself for the […]
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TruSo, a Black-owned social networking app set to launch
Upon launch, TruSo will be available for both Apple and Android users. By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent A new app could end the so-called “Black Twitter” experience and allow African Americans their own social media platform. Backed by celebrities Sway Calloway, Kareem Grimes, Terrell Owens and Miki Barber, the Black-owned social […]
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Some praise, some doubts as Facebook rolls out a prayer tool
This image provided by Facebook in August 2021 shows a simulation of the social media company’s prayer request feature. The tool has been embraced by some religious leaders as a cutting-edge way to engage the faithful online. Others are eyeing it warily as they weigh its usefulness against the privacy and security concerns they have […]
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New Art @ Work mural has African roots
Govans community unveiled a new mural called “Together Govans.” By Joshua Moore Special to the AFRO The Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts (BOPA) program, Art @ Work, held an official unveiling on Aug. 5 in the Govans community for the new mural called “Together Govans.” The design shows clasped hands to represent togetherness […]
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TruSo, a Black-owned Social Networking App Set to Launch
Upon launch, TruSo will be available for both Apple and Android users. Backed by celebrities Sway Calloway, Kareem Grimes, Terrell Owens, and Miki Barber, the Black-owned social networking app, TruSo, is poised to debut. “I believe in the power of community – especially cultural communities,” Matthew Newman, the founder and CEO of TruSo noted in […]
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Anthony McCarthy to host talk show on public radio WEAA 88.9 FM
WEAA 88.9 FM public radio. (BALTIMORE) WEAA 88.9 FM is pleased to announce that Baltimore political insider Anthony McCarthy will host a new talk show on the public radio station. McCarthy, who served as the spokesperson for Mayors Sheila Dixon, Stephanie Rawlings-Blake and Catherine Pugh as well as Congressman Elijah Cummings and Congressman Kweisi Mfume, […]
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Summer of Soul … film review
By Dwight Brown, NNPA News Wire Film Critic It was a volatile time. Malcom and Martin had been assassinated in recent years. Civil uprisings and riots had just simmered down. The summer of ’69 was a chance for a much-needed cultural break and reawakening. That happened in Harlem’s Mt. Morris Park, when program director Tony […]
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Commentary: Book called ‘boy.’ gives voice to mothers of Black sons
This palpable emotion, ranging from distress to defiance, is expressed in 48 personal letters from Black mothers to America that comprise the book “boy,” also known as “Defending Our Black Sons’ Identity in America.” The book also is commonly referred to as “The Boy Book.” (Courtesy photo) By Norma Adams-Wade Special to the AFRO Eric […]