Washington
Judge blocks Trump administration from halting health funds to four Democrat-led cities in GOP states
A federal judge has issued a temporary block on the Trump administration’s attempt to retract millions in public health grants from four Democrat-led municipalities operating within Republican-controlled states. The preliminary injunction, handed down by U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper on Tuesday in Washington, D.C., mandates the federal government to resume grant payments to Harris County,…
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Sewage leak and flooding crisis cripples South African embassy in Washington
South Africa’s diplomatic mission in Washington, already facing the delicate task of...
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Somalia: U.S. airstrikes surge as extremism threat spreads quietly
While global headlines focus on conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, another war is unfolding...
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U.S. reconsiders AFRICOM’s future amid rising Russian ties in Africa
The United States is taking a hard look at the future of its Africa military command, AFRICOM,...
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Five Global Brands That Have Cut Jobs So Far in 2025
As the year 2025 progresses, several global brands or companies have announced significant layoffs, reflecting broader economic pressures, technological shifts, and strategic restructurings. From tech...
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Ghana closes Washington, D.C. embassy over alleged visa scam
As part of an inquiry into a suspected visa scam, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana’s foreign affairs minister, has temporarily closed the nation’s embassy in the U.S. capital. The minister...
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Black Celebrities Leading the Charge in America’s Food Industry
Lots of Black celebrities in the United States are making their mark in the food industry, launching and investing in businesses that range from fast-food franchises to fine dining establishments and packaged...
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Protesters march against Trump in New York, Washington and other cities across America
From bustling metropolises to quiet corners of the American landscape, opponents of President Donald Trump’s administration gathered in force on Saturday, declaring their resistance to what they...
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Lesotho hit with harshest U.S. tariffs — and this is how it reacted
After being struck by the highest U.S. tariffs in the world, Lesotho is urgently seeking a way forward. The small southern African country, best known for its textile industry, which sends around 75% of...
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Grandson of trailblazing female doctor, 87, allegedly confesses to killing her
The grandson of an 87-year-old trailblazing Black female doctor who once taught at Howard University has allegedly confessed to killing her on Sunday at her mansion. The devastating event unfolded on Sunday...
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Washington to remove ‘Black Lives Matter’ mural near White House
Washington, D.C., will remove the massive “Black Lives Matter” street mural located just a block from the White House, as Mayor Muriel Bowser navigates mounting pressure from both President...
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SZA Wants To Do Music For Kids; Here Is Why
Top singer SZA has contemplated switching genres and taking up a charitable mission after her recording contract ends. It is not clear when her existing agreement will end, but she hopes to do some music...
