While women are making strides in U.S. newsrooms, they still remain underrepresented in leadership roles, with only 24 percent of top editors being women, despite women making up 40 percent of journalists.
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Financial considerations for multigenerational households
Sponsored by JPMorganChase For many Black, Hispanic and Latino families, as well as other cultures, multigenerational living is a cherished aspect of home life. It can also be good for your family’s overall wellbeing. Research indicates there can be financial benefits to multigenerational living, and when executed intentionally, having multiple family members under the same […]
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Here are the medical appointments you need to make in 2025
This year, individuals should schedule a variety of medical appointments, including a primary care visit, reproductive care screenings, dental visits, immunizations, and mental health screenings, to ensure optimal health and well-being.
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DNC delegate Courtney Finklea Green speaks on importance of voter engagement and turnout
Courtney Finklea-Green, a DNC delegate and lead director of Maryland Women for Harris Walz, emphasizes the importance of voter engagement and ways to increase voter turnout, urging people to exercise their right to vote and make a difference in their communities.
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How racism can significantly impact the body
Systemic racism has a significant impact on the physical and mental health of Black Americans, leading to disparities in health resources, increased rates of chronic conditions, and a higher risk of death from disease.
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AFRO Votes: A new go-to resource for information ahead of Election Day
The AFRO.com website now features AFRO Votes, a one-stop shop of resources and information related to the upcoming Nov. 5 election, including registration status, local elections, absentee ballots, and youth registration.
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On Nov. 5, we must ‘be about’ voting – especially young people
Dr. Frances ‘Toni’ Draper, CEO and publisher of the AFRO American Newspapers, emphasizes the importance of having an Election Day plan and the importance of the youth voice as we move closer to Nov. 5.
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Virtual Faith: Why Black churchgoers are staying home on Sunday
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a decline in in-person church attendance, with only 2 in 5 Americans regularly participating in church services and 37% of Black Protestants saying they join services both in person and virtually.
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Pew Research Center report uncovers racial and political disparities in perceptions of local crime news
A new report from the Pew Research Center has revealed significant racial, ethnic, and political disparities in how Americans perceive and consume local crime news, with Black Americans being particularly likely to perceive local crime news as biased.
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How digital accessibility is good for business
Implementing digital accessibility has been shown to improve business performance, including customer experience, brand reputation, and customer retention, while also opening up a market segment left behind amid rapid technological advancements.
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Biden targets housing costs with new proposals
President Biden has announced new efforts to reduce housing costs for Americans, including imposing rent caps on corporate landlords and building more affordable housing, in order to address the growing issue of high rents and housing costs.
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Are Black teens safe with five hours of daily social media?
Research shows that teens who spend five or more hours on social media are more likely to suffer from mental health issues, and Black teens are more likely to experience online racial discrimination and suicidal ideation due to social media use.