Juneteenth is a national holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in Confederate states, acknowledges the pain of slavery and the joy of freedom, and enriches the cultural fabric of the nation.
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Single in the City: Prioritize yourself– not excuses
It is important to recognize when someone is making excuses for not prioritizing you and to call them out, set boundaries, and prioritize yourself by focusing on self-love and communicating your needs.
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Celebrating diversity and unity: Guide to Baltimore Pride 2024
Baltimore Pride Week 2024 will be celebrated from June 10-16 with a variety of events, including the Pride Parade, after-parties, brunches, and a closing party, to celebrate the rich history and dynamic future of the LGBTQ+ community.
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Cracking the code on ground rent: A guide to understanding and managing it
Ground rent is a lease agreement for the use of the land a house sits on, and homeowners must pay rent to the owner of the land, which can be redeemed through the Maryland General Assembly.
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An AFRO spotlight on Black Excellence: Meet Zion Phillips, the five-year-old accepted into national society for high IQ
Five-year-old Zion Phillips has become a member of Mensa, the largest and oldest national intelligence quotient society in the world, after testing into the top 2 percent of Mensa members, and has officially been identified as gifted by the Florida Department of Education.
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Financial Preparation for Homebuying
Buying a home in the spring requires financial preparation, including a mortgage pre-qualification and a strong offer, and there are numerous resources available to help make informed decisions.
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Why Real-World Learnings Matter for Black Women Living with Breast Cancer
Black women are more likely to have aggressive forms of breast cancer and are 40% more likely to die from the disease due to lack of diversity in clinical research, and advocacy groups are working to empower Black women to participate in clinical trials and receive guideline recommended care.
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Single In the City: Breaking up is hard– but not too hard to do
Ericka Alston Buck offers ten tips for bouncing back from a breakup, including deleting contact information, deleting photos, and limiting interactions with mutual friends, to help you move on and become the best version of yourself.
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Spotlight on finances: Tips and tricks from the AFRO team
AFRO staff members share their experiences and tips on how to navigate their finances in honor of National Financial Literacy Month.
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Hundreds attend AFRO High Tea in honor of Divine Nine organizations
AFRO American Newspapers honored the work of the Divine Nine Black Greek letter organizations at its 2024 High Tea, with elected officials, members, and supporters of the organization in attendance to celebrate the impact of BGLOs on the Baltimore area.
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The Baylor Project: A story of love, partnership and music
The Baylor Project, a seven-time Grammy-nominated and NAACP Image Award-winning musical duo, was formed by Jean and Marcus Baylor, a married couple and professional musicians, who have successfully blended their marriage and career.
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Transferring generational wealth: Don’t leave it to the law
Estate planning can help Black Baltimoreans secure and transfer generational wealth, and can be used to define your care if you are no longer able to make decisions for yourself, and to avoid property transfer fees and taxes.