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American Museum of Natural History names first Black president

by Associated PressDecember 14, 2022December 14, 2022

By The Associated Press The American Museum of Natural History on recently announced it had chosen college president Sean Decatur to become its next chief, making him the first Black […]

Posted inWashington D.C. News

Michelin star chef brings Ethiopian touch to Doro Soul Food

by Megan Sayles AFRO Business WriterDecember 12, 2022December 12, 2022

By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, Report for America Corps Member, msayles@afro.com Executive chef Elias Taddesse, owner of Mélange, recently opened his new comfort food restaurant, Doro Soul Food, in […]

Posted inWashington D.C. News

Center leaders discuss upcoming Africa-U.S. Cities Conference in Johannesburg, South Africa

by Howard University News ServiceNovember 6, 2022November 6, 2022

By DaQuan Lawrence, Politics Reporter, Howard University News Service The Center for African Studies (CAS) at Howard University in Washington, D.C. and the African Center for the Study of the […]

Posted inWord In Black

This Is Where Black Americans Live Longest

by Word in BlackOctober 22, 2022October 22, 2022

by Alexa Spencer It turns out Wakanda — a place full of Black wealth, health, and longevity — isn’t just a place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It turns out a […]

Posted inAfro Briefs

Five tips to make the search for a new apartment easier

by Associated PressSeptember 19, 2022September 19, 2022

By Adriana Morga, The Associated Press Right now isn’t the best time for everyone to buy a home. Finding a new place can be challenging, and skyrocketing rents have made […]

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Maryland Cycling Classic bring athletes from around the world to Charm City

by Special to the AFROSeptember 2, 2022September 2, 2022

By Fatiha BelfakirSpecial to the AFRO Cyclists from 20 countries are preparing to ride out for the Maryland Cycling Classic, which will return for the first time in two years […]

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Greenwood Rising: New Digital Resources Shed Light on Overlooked History of ‘Black Wall Street’ and the ‘1921 Tulsa Race Massacre’

by Special to the AFROAugust 11, 2022August 11, 2022

The digital guide makes the history and collection available to scholars, historians, teachers, and students anywhere in the world Tulsa, OK – August 11, 2022 – Today, Greenwood Rising announced a […]

Posted inINTERNATIONAL

Some African artifacts returned home, but officials seek far more

by Associated PressAugust 10, 2022August 10, 2022

By Rodney Muhumuza, Rai Mutsaka and Chinedu Asadu, The Associated Press Apollo John Rwamparo speaks forlornly of the eight-legged stool, a symbol of authority for his ancient kingdom in Uganda, […]

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Rocket mortgage ‘Changing the Course’ for Black Detroit residents during PGA tour event

by Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior CorrespondentAugust 10, 2022August 10, 2022

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, @StacyBrownMedia Even as Tony Finau, Taylor Pendrith, Cameron Champ, and others stormed the leaderboard, officials were once again making sure that […]

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#FaithWorks: Maryland pilots with a higher calling sponsor Youth Day at Fort Meade

by Special to the AFROAugust 6, 2022August 6, 2022

By H.R. Harris, Special to the AFRO While Michael McFadden flies between San Diego and Seattle Washington as a flight attendant for Southwest Airlines, Air Force pilot Todd O’Brien is […]

Posted inFood

DMV and Baltimore Black Restaurant Week through July 31

by Deborah Bailey AFRO Contributing EditorJuly 30, 2022July 31, 2022

By Deborah Bailey, AFRO D.C. Editor Looking for that next high-quality eatery to add to your “favorites” list. Then of course, it’s time to get out and try one of […]

Posted inBaltimore News

AFRO featured in new exhibition for NMAAHC’s Searchable Museum

by Kara Thompson Special to the AFROJuly 25, 2022December 14, 2022

By Kara Thompson, AFRO MDDC Intern The National Museum of African American History and Culture highlights the AFRO in their newest online exhibit, “Making a Way Out of No Way.” […]

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