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News About Black Women
Face2Face Africa’s Women section highlights the achievements and stories of Afro-American women who have made a significant impact on society. Explore news about Afro-American women and discover articles about Black women who are breaking barriers and shaping the future. From inspiring profiles of famous Afro-American women to in-depth articles about Afro-American women’s contributions in various fields, this section offers a wealth of knowledge and empowerment. Stay updated with the latest news and features on the remarkable women who continue to lead and inspire across the globe.
‘This is our moment’: Black women make history as mayors of Syracuse, Albany and Detroit
Sharon Owens has become Syracuse’s first Black mayor, winning with more than 13,000 votes on Tuesday, unofficial results from the Onondaga County Board of Elections stated. The 62-year-old defeated Republican Thomas Babilon and independents Alfonso Davis and Tim Rudd. “We did it, Syracuse,” Owens’ campaign staff said to her Instagram followers. “Sharon Owens has been…
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Daughter donates her kidney to save her mother’s life
Olivia Fox gave her mom, Monica Fox—the woman who brought her into the world—a...
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NYC Marathon 2025: Kenya’s Hellen Obiri made history in special spray-on shoes made in 3 mins
Hellen Obiri broke the New York City Marathon course record on Sunday, surpassing Margaret...
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Remembering Harvard’s Marcyliena Morgan, the genius who pioneered study of hip-hop as high art
Dr. Marcyliena Morgan, the founding director of Harvard’s Hiphop Archive & Research...
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Rosa Parks statue is now the first monument of a Black woman at Alabama State Capitol
Statues of civil rights activist Rosa Parks and disability rights activist Helen Keller were unveiled at the Alabama State Capitol on Friday, making them the first Alabama women to be honored there. ...
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Michelle Obama reveals why she avoided wearing braids in the White House
Michelle Obama conspicuously avoided wearing braids during her husband’s tenure as president of the United States. But she had a reason for that, and she recently touched on it during an interview...
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Jasmine Crockett thinks Trump is ‘obsessing’ over her because a Black woman ‘hurt’ him
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, shared what she thought could be the reason behind President Donald Trump’s repeated attacks on her, implying that it could be as a result of a Black woman hurting...
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Meet Dr. Rushell White, the third Jamaican appointed school superintendent in NYC
Dr. Rushell White’s educational journey began in Yallahs, St. Thomas, in Jamaica, where she was born. She attended Yallahs Primary School before migrating to the United States at the age of eight,...
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This mom’s viral AI platform lets users release stress and find peace of mind, here’s how
Karima Williams, a native of Prince George’s County, Maryland, created an AI-powered web platform designed to assist users during intense emotional “crash-outs.” Williams’ career...
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How Crystal Brown co-founded biotech company CircNova without having ever studied biology
Early this year, CircNova, a Michigan startup, raised a $3.3 million seed round for its innovative technology, which utilizes AI to target Cellular RNA. The funding round was led by Houston, Texas-based...
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Halle Bailey opens up about her struggle with postpartum depression: ‘I have to speak up’
During a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Halle Bailey spoke about her experience with postpartum depression and why she felt that she needed to open up about it. Halle, 25, and her...
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The incredible story of a stage 4 triple-negative breast cancer survivor
In April 2024, shortly after her 50th birthday, Shewanna Strickland’s routine mammogram revealed a troubling spot on her breast. This discovery would mark the beginning of an intense fight for her...
