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Natnael Belay ’20: Ethiopia’s New Bright Technology Star

November 15, 2023 Carma Henry 0

An Ethiopian proverb fits Natnael Belay ‘20 like a glove. It reads, “One who learns will eventually teach.” The proverb speaks to Belay’s personality, creativity, happiness, love, and zest for life. More importantly, it references his inquiring mind and love for education, and his strong sense of social responsibility. Belay’s life journey began in Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia, where he was born and raised. […]

Angela Davis Shares Insights on Domestic Violence in Black Communities During Sacramento Panel

November 15, 2023 Carma Henry 0

Philosopher, civil rights activist, college professor, author, and former political prisoner Angela Davis put a lens on the deep-rooted damage domestic violence sows in the Black community, pulling from research she conducted for her 1999 book, “Blues Legacies and Black Feminism.” […]

A Human Tidal Wave for Palestine in the Streets of the US Capital

November 9, 2023 Carma Henry 0

More than 300 thousand people gathered yesterday in Washington DC to send a strong message to the US government that they stand with the people of Palestine. […]

Leroy Stover, Birmingham’s First Black Police Officer, Dies

November 9, 2023 Carma Henry 0

“Today, our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of former Deputy Chief Leroy Stover,” the Birmingham Police Department posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Friday (Nov. 3.) “As the first Black officer to integrate the Birmingham force, his legacy and work at the Birmingham Police Department paved a way for others to follow in his footsteps.” […]

Ex-Memphis Officer Pleads Guilty In Tyre Nichols Death

November 9, 2023 Carma Henry 0

On Thursday (November 2), ex-officer Desmond Mills pleaded guilty to federal charges and agreed to plead guilty to state charges in connection to Nichols’ death,, the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office said. […]

Biden Faces Eroding Support Among Arab, Muslim, and Black Americans, all Crucial Demographic Groups

November 8, 2023 Carma Henry 0

Despite their ideological differences, the two lawmakers have independently voiced concerns about Biden’s policies, creating a unique challenge for the incumbent. […]

Nelson Mandela

November 8, 2023 Carma Henry 0

Nelson Mandela, the iconic figure whose name is synonymous with the fight against apartheid and the pursuit of justice, continues to inspire people around the world. His remarkable life and legacy are well-documented, but there are some lesser-known aspects of his journey that offer a more nuanced understanding of the man behind the legend. […]

Mississippi Leaders Unite in Plea to Honor Medgar Evers with Medal of Freedom

November 8, 2023 Carma Henry 0

The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor in the United States, recognizing those who have made an indelible mark through “an especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of the United States, world peace, cultural, or other significant public or private endeavors.” – […]

Search for Missing D.C. Woman Enters 3rd Week as Community Members Rally for Answers

November 8, 2023 Carma Henry 0

The search for Chyna Danielle Crawford recently entered its third week with family, friends and community members passing out flyers and scouring wooded areas and abandoned buildings along Suitland Parkway. […]

TikTok Shuts Down $2 Billion Creator Fund

November 8, 2023 Carma Henry 0

Over the past three years, the fund has distributed money to creators based on their share of overall views on the platform. […]