The U.N. General Assembly passed a resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade the gravest crime against humanity and calling for reparations and the return of cultural artifacts. While widely supported, the measure faced opposition from the United States and a few others over legal and historical concerns.
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Airport disruptions abound as senators chase deal to end Homeland Security budget standoff
Airport travel across the U.S. faced mounting disruptions as long TSA lines and staffing shortages intensified during the Homeland Security funding standoff. Senators rushed to finalize a deal that would restore funding for most of the department—especially unpaid airport workers—while leaving out key immigration enforcement operations that remain at the center of partisan conflict.
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‘There is a cost to telling the truth.’ But Georgia Fort is undeterred
Independent journalist Georgia Fort reflects on her arrest while covering a protest and the growing threats to press freedom, particularly for Black reporters. Drawing strength from her faith, personal experiences and the legacy of the Black press, Fort remains committed to telling difficult truths despite risks, emphasizing the vital role Black media plays in holding America accountable.
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How the Iran war and surging oil prices are affecting consumers at the gas pump and beyond
Gasoline prices are rising due to the war in Iran, which is causing crude oil prices to fluctuate, and this is expected to have a ripple effect on the economy, increasing the cost of food, shipping, and other goods.
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Feds move to dismiss charges against officers accused of falsifying warrant in Breonna Taylor raid
Federal prosecutors have asked a judge to dismiss charges against two former Louisville police officers accused of falsifying the warrant used in the 2020 raid that led to Breonna Taylor’s death. The move follows prior rulings that weakened the case, sparking renewed outrage from Taylor’s family, activists and officials who say justice continues to fall short.
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Rep. Hank Johnson re-introduces bill to de-militarize local law enforcement
Representative Hank Johnson’s proposed legislation seeks to permanently dismantle the Pentagon’s 1033 Program, addressing long-standing data that correlates the concentration of military-grade weaponry in Black and brown neighborhoods with an escalation in lethal force. By codifying restrictions on battlefield hardware, the bill aims to end a cycle of executive policy reversals and confront the disproportionate tactical burden shifted onto marginalized communities under the guise of public safety.
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Obama Presidential Center announces grand opening celebrations: June 18-21
The Obama Presidential Center will hold its grand opening celebration June 18–21, featuring a dedication ceremony, public museum opening and community events highlighting the legacy of Barack Obama and the center’s mission to inspire civic engagement and social change.
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Najee Seabrooks: Still teaching young people how to live three years later!
By Zayid Muhammad They were not only wearing their famous orange and black gear on this day. Some had on that gear especially made to honor their fallen friend and colleague, that red and black gear, his smiling face on the front, and a quote of his on the back that bespoke his vibrant personality […]
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Rev. Jamal Bryant’s announcement ending Target boycott met with fierce criticism
By D. Kevin McNeirSpecial to the AFRO It lasted more than 400 days, but on March 11, the nationwide boycott of Target initiated by Black leaders was brought to an end. During a news conference at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., the Rev. Jamal Bryant, along with former Ohio state Sen. Nina Turner […]
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Financial records raise conflict questions for president’s top leaders
By Stacy M. BrownBlack Press USA senior correspondent (NNPA Newswire) – Thousands of financial disclosure documents filed by officials serving under President Donald Trump reveal a far-reaching web of financial relationships linking powerful policymakers to the industries their agencies regulate, raising new scrutiny about conflicts of interest across the federal government. An investigation by ProPublica […]
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UN panel says racist hate speech by US leaders has led to human rights violations
A U.N.-backed panel says racist rhetoric by U.S. leaders and strict immigration enforcement have contributed to serious human rights violations, urging the U.S. to review its policies and halt enforcement near schools, hospitals, and churches.
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Nearly 1 in 3 missing children in the US are Black, driving Pennsylvania and other states to propose ‘Ebony Alerts’ to ensure equal protection and public safety
With nearly one-third of missing children in the United States being Black, some states are proposing “Ebony Alert” systems to address disparities in how missing cases receive public attention and law enforcement response compared with the existing AMBER Alert program.