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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, as it faces growing challenges and shifting alliances on the continent. There are ongoing discussions in Washington about a possible merger of AFRICOM with the U.S. European Command, a move aimed at streamlining defense operations in an increasingly…
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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...
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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...
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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,...
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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...
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Drake Pays $10,000 To Winners In Canadian Lookalike Contest
Rapper Drake has reportedly awarded Canadian Dollars (CAD 10,000) to the winner of a lookalike contest held in Toronto. The contest, according to sources, was organized by Casuals Cakery on Saturday,...
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Anti-police activist accused of misusing over $75,000 in charity funds for luxury items
Brandon D. Anderson, an anti-police activist and the founder of the charity Raheem AI, is being sued by Washington, D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb for allegedly misusing charitable funds and violating...
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Reality TV star Nick Brown makes history as first Black person elected attorney general in Washington
Nick Brown, a former Survivor contestant, has made history as the first Black person elected attorney general in Washington state. A Democrat, Brown defeated Republican Pasco Mayor Pete Serrano on Tuesday,...
