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US opens civil rights investigation into Mississippi sheriff’s office after torture of Black men | Mississippi
The US Department of Justice has opened a civil rights investigation into a Mississippi sheriff’s department whose officers tortured two Black men in a racist attack that included beatings, repeated use of stun guns and assaults with a sex toy before one of the victims was shot in the mouth, officials said Thursday. The justice […]
US health system ranks last compared with peer nations, report finds | US news
The United States health system ranked dead last in an international comparison of 10 peer nations, according to a new report by the Commonwealth Fund. In spite of Americans paying nearly double that of other countries, the system performed poorly on health equity, access to care and outcomes. “I see the human toll of these […]
US Republican governor candidate hit by ‘Black Nazi’ allegations
The Republican candidate for governor of North Carolina rebuffed calls Thursday to drop out of the race following a report that he called himself a “Black Nazi” and made other incendiary comments on a porn website message board. A number of Republican officials in North Carolina are reportedly pressuring Mark Robinson to drop out, fearing […]
US homebuilder Lennar posts bigger Q3 profit on higher home deliveries
(Reuters) -Lennar Corp (LEN) posted a higher third-quarter profit on Thursday, compared with a year earlier, as a historically low housing supply kept demand strong, with declining fixed mortgage rates luring in more skittish buyers to the market. With the popular 30-year fixed mortgage rates having declined to about 6.1%, compared with a high of […]
Mark Robinson, GOP Pick for NC Governor, Used Antisemitic Slurs, Called Himself ‘Black Nazi’ on Porn Forum – U.S. News
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Brown Mauzo’s Girlfriend Responds to Being Mentioned in Nyashinski’s Bold New Track
While rumors have been circulating, Nyashinski has been hard at work. The rapper recently released his EP on September 13, and it’s making waves as he subtly addresses various grievances through his music. “Busy,” the sixth track on Nyashinski’s EP To Whom It May Concern, includes a mention of Kabinga Jr., Brown Mauzo’s girlfriend. Kabinga […]
Creative Phill Opens Up About Struggling with Depression Due to Gay Rumors
Celebrity make-up artist Philip Mureithi, known as Creative Phill, has clarified that he is not gay, despite widespread assumptions due to his work in the beauty industry. His boldness in wearing makeup has fueled speculation, particularly on social media, linking him to the LGBTQIA+ community. Creative Phill, now a leading make-up artist with a large […]
Lenovo South Africa Unveils New Range
Lenovo South Africa is pleased to unveil its latest AI-driven commercial range, which exemplifies the company’s objective of “Smarter Technology for All.” The Lenovo Aura Edition highlights Lenovo’s ambition to incorporate advanced AI into its product offerings. Combining individualized user experiences, sustainable design, and cutting-edge technology Key Pillars of Lenovo’s AI Vision: Transformation: Developing into […]
Kimani Ngunjiri: Men Should Steer Clear of Splitting Bills
In a recent conversation with Dr. Kingori, Bahati Constituency MP Kimani Ngunjiri voiced his opinion that sharing household expenses with one’s wife is not in line with biblical teachings. In an undated video, Ngunjiri emphasized that men should take on the role of leaders in their homes. “I don’t support this idea where a husband […]
Central Bank of Nigeria’s New Appointments at Keystone Bank
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced reorganizing Keystone Bank Limited’s board of directors, which is a key step toward improving the bank’s operations and governance. A statement released by the financial institution on Wednesday stated that to fortify Keystone Bank Limited’s operations for long-term commercial growth, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) appointed […]
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Understanding the Higher Risk of Prostate Cancer Among African American Men: Genetics, Stigma, and Solutions
September is prostrate cancer awareness month. More than just understanding the information and facts about prostrate cancer. It is even more imperative to take action. Some of the most pertinent questions around the matter include; Why Are African American Men More Prone to Prostate Cancer? One significant challenge in addressing prostate cancer among African American […]
The Nama and Herero Genocide: A Dark Chapter in Namibian History and the Quest for Justice from the Germans
The Nama and Herero genocide in Namibia, committed by German colonial forces between 1904 and 1908, stands as one of the earliest and most brutal genocides of the 20th century. The atrocities occurred during Germany’s colonial rule of Namibia, then known as German South West Africa, and continue to reverberate through modern-day Namibia, shaping calls […]
The Role of an Afrocentric Education Curriculum in Shaping Africa’s Future: Moving Beyond Colonial Legacies
The legacy of colonialism in Africa left a profound impact on many aspects of the continent, including education. Colonial powers imposed European systems of education that were often disconnected from the realities, histories, and cultures of African societies. These systems prioritized Western knowledge, values, and languages, while disregarding the rich heritage of African civilizations. As […]
African heads of state converge in Beijing, begging bowls in hand.
50 heads of state flew from Africa to China, the forum is called , without any sense of irony, the China-Africa summit and apparently its held every year. African leaders fly off to Beijing to negotiate what ‘help’ they will get from Beijing. A brief context; Africa’s landmass is bigger than China, India , the […]
The Influence of Pagan Holidays on African Culture: A Look at Easter, Halloween, and Christmas
When European colonizers and missionaries arrived in Africa, they brought with them a host of cultural practices, including certain holidays that had roots in pagan traditions. Among these, Easter, Halloween, and Christmas stand out as holidays with deep pagan origins. Over time, these celebrations were introduced to various African communities, who adopted them but often […]