October 2021

Lots and lots of moments in the last few weeks have been spent “showing off” in front of my new friends from 15 countries. They are teachers. They are here to learn how education is going in the United States. Along the way, I can show…

WAUSAU, Wisconsin (WSAW) - Dozens of people in Wausau are working to build the infrastructure needed to help people who have fled their home countries in search of safety in central Wisconsin. It is a vast network of resources; a major…

Progress or regression? The general election of November 2 comes down to this simple choice - whether the Commonwealth continues to move forward on the path of improving the lives of all its inhabitants or whether it reverts to…

In November 2021, the American Indian Committee of the Fort Cooper Chapter, National Society of the Girls of…

Afghan refugees awaiting special visa approval at Holloman Air Force Base have access to morale, welfare and recreation programs, Task Force officials told Holloman.Afghan refugees can access sports facilities and grounds, and even…

Indiaspora, in association with a number of Indo-American organizations, has been organizing the Festival of Lights in the US Congress for…

Hindu-American culture has enriched the United States and the world, US lawmakers have said during annual Diwali celebrations in Congress.“We have come a long way as a community where someone can easily say today like me, that I am a proud…

Progress or regression? The general election of November 2 comes down to this simple choice - whether the Commonwealth continues to move forward on the path of improving the lives of all its inhabitants or whether it reverts to…

Hindu-American culture has enriched the United States and the world, said U.S. lawmakers at annual Diwali celebrations in Congress.`` We have come a long way as a community where someone can easily say today as I do, that I am a proud…

In this episode of “The Path Forward,” NBC 5's LeeAnn Trotter speaks with panelists about racism in the Native American community. Racial inequalities in the Native American community are in some ways similar to what happens…

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said he had no issues with the Atlanta Braves 'continued use of Native American images on their uniforms and their fans' tomahawk vocals, despite similar concerns being raised. about other teams in the North…

HOLLAND - The Big Read Lakeshore is back with dozens of events for readers of all ages.Although a launch event originally scheduled for Monday, October 25 has been postponed, there are many ways to participate in the annual celebration of…

The organization, led by President Diana Hernandez, aims to bring together students and indigenous peoples, concepts and events. Native American culture has become an increasingly discussed topic in recent years as part of…

The organization, led by President Diana Hernandez, aims to bring together students and indigenous peoples, concepts and events. Native American culture has become an increasingly discussed topic in recent years as part of…

GREENVILLE, NC (WITN) - The Greenville-Pitt County African American Cultural Trail was unveiled at Town Common on Wednesday.Several people attended the launch celebration at Sycamore Hill Gateway Plaza on the corner of First and Greene…

Russians intending to apply for an immigrant visa to the United States must now visit the United States embassy in Warsaw, Poland, according to the US State Department. The move comes after Russia reduced the number of US diplomats…

HOUSTON - Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred is relying on the Native American community of Atlanta and surrounding areas on whether it is appropriate for the Braves to encourage the tomahawk chop gesture when the World Series…

Shino Sullivan knows that most of the students at North Mississippi Japanese Supplementary School are…

Members and guests of the Asian American Culture Club (AACC) gathered to watch a screening of "Shang-Chi and the Legend of Ten Rings" and discuss the role of Asian Americans in the film industry on Saturday October 16. The event featured a…

The Caribbean-American community of Lauderhill mourns the death of community pastor, Reverend Dr. Alexander Wilberforce Morgan, who passed away suddenly on October 9, 2021. He was 91 years old. Dr. Morgan is remembered as…

Breanna Reeves and Drew Nate | A math teacher at JW North High School was put on administrative leave after a video of her singing and dancing mockingly in the classroom with a fake hairstyle went viral on Thursday. In the…

BOSTON-Tata Consulting Services (TCS) with other New England partners, namely, Federation of Indian Associations, Indo-American community, Hindu World Council of America-New England, and Team help in partnership!-->!-->…

A California teacher was put to the test after her bland lesson plan involved wearing Native American headwear and her rendition of a "tomahawk chop."The offensive, and not to say painfully awkward, clips shared on Akalei Brown's Instagram…

Voters in the greater Richmond area will be able to vote early in person this weekend, with polling stations in Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield and Hanover open on Saturday, October 23. In addition, the polling stations will be open…

California teacher filmed making fun of Native American culture RIVERSIDE, California - A Riverside teacher has been put on leave after video of her seen singing and dancing in a fake Native American paper headgear went viral. A…

A Native American student was in class at John W. North High School in Riverside, California, when he noticed the teacher pulling out a fake feather headdress and decided to record what was about to happen.Candice Reed has been teaching for…

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. - Whether you're a football fan or not, the sport, the food, the tailgating, whatever goes with it are familiar sounds. But, these are traditions unique to the United States. In other countries, however, it's a…

Organized by Phi Beta Sigma and the Pan-Hellenic National Council, the annual Royal and Pure Reunion Walk was held at the Bill Daniel Student Center and featured black sororities and fraternities participating in a dance!-->…

Without the help and support of friends, the unique traditions of the Louisiana bayou will become another victim of Ida. HOUMA, Louisiana - Hurricanes destroy more than just homes and businesses in southern…

I was struck by something I read recently: “The history of Britain is often presented as one group of invaders after another displacing the native population. The Romans, Anglo-Saxons, Vikings and Normans all left their mark on Britain…

Copyright 2021 NPR. To learn more, visit https://www.npr.org. LULU GARCIA-NAVARRO, HTE: Minnetonka, based in Minnesota, began selling moccasins and other Native-inspired gear in 1946. But recently, the company admitted that it had…

UNTIL 31 OCTOBERSTOCKBRIDGE, MA - Greek-American artist Peter D. Gerakaris' mosaic installation of Neo-Byzantine Spotted Owls at the Berkshire Botanical Garden, 5 West Stockbridge Road in!-->…

Hailed as the father of African-American community theater, playwright Willis Richardson was born in Wilmington on November 5, 1889, the son of Willis Wilder and Agnes Ann Harper Richardson. His family moved to Washington, DC, shortly…

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro chats with artist Adrienne Benjamin about her new role as a "reconciliation advisor" to Minnetonka Moccasins, following the company's apology for apologizing for Indigenous culture.…

Hispanic Graduate Student Association (HiGSA) celebrates its fifth edition "Cinéhassee" Ibero-American Film Festival throughout the month, with films that showcase Indigenous communities. Film festival director Luis Porto said the theme…

WOODFORD COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - Ten years after the last resident left a historic African American community in Woodford County, there is now a new birth and a new way to remember a rich history .What happened to the hamlet of Huntertown in…

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The State of Christianity in Contemporary American Culture, Part 1 By Andy Pope Recently a friend of mine struggling with alcoholism lost his job, his car, and was forced to sleep outside. Logically, he thought…

High school students in California will need to take ethnic studies classes to graduate. Ritu Jha- Gavin Newsom, the state's governor, promulgated a bill on Oct. 8 that provides for the completion of a semester-long course on the subject.…

The CEO of Minnetonka Moccasins has apologized for taking advantage of Native American culture.The company is committed to doing more to support tribal communities and has timed its Monday apology to coincide with Columbus Day / Indigenous…

Jhe CEO of Minnetonka Moccasins has issued an apology for taking advantage of Native American culture. The company pledges to do more to support tribal communities and has timed its Monday apology to coincide with…

RICHMOND, Virginia., October 13, 2021 / PRNewswire / - Health disparities have a significant impact on the…

A child-sized Minnetonka suede and leather moccasin, pictured in 2011. The company apologized for appropriating Native American culture and pledged to do more to support Indigenous communities.Carlos Osorio | Toronto Star via Getty…

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 9:20 AM Funding supports preservation of Indigenous languages Congressman Brian Higgins announced a federal grant totaling $ 248,077 to Native American Community Services of Erie and Niagara Counties Inc. (NACS). Funded…

After 75 years of activity, Minnetonka apologizes to the Native American community. Today, the Minnesota-based shoe company publicly announces that it recognizes that its original products launched in 1946, some of which are still sold…

Minnetonka Moccasin President Jori Miller Sherer, Reconciliation Advisor Adrienne Benjamin and CEO David Miller. Minnetonka MoccasinMinnetonka Moccasin issued an official apology for appropriating Native American culture without!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…

JACKSONVILLE, North Carolina - In 2018, Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed the second Monday in October, commonly known as Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples Day. Many other states across the country have done the same. North Carolina…

GREENVILLE, Calif .-- For 20 years, Danny Manning has worked to protect his community as a firefighter, becoming too familiar with the scenes of destruction. But last weekend he was forced to face a different kind of loss as he walked…

SOUTH WINDSOR - Behind the Wood Memorial Library in South Windsor, visitors will find a wooden fence with a…

UNTIL OCTOBER 31STOCKBRIDGE, MA - Greek-American artist Peter D. Gerakaris' mosaic installation of Neo-Byzantine Spotted Owls at the Berkshire Botanical Garden, 5 West Stockbridge Road in!-->…

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) - Monday is Native American Day in South Dakota. The Sioux Falls school district will not have classes on Monday during the holidays. But students and staff don't wait until next week to spotlight Native…

October 8, 2021 by Jeremy Rosen Read the article The debacle in…

Do you want a gambling casino built on a 100 acre commercial property in the South Side? In addition to filling elective positions, this is the big question that voters in Richmond now face if they vote early or will face election…

Hispanic Heritage Month continues in the Detroit subway and across the country, and this week we bring you the story of a Michigan poet who has gained international attention for his work.Not only has Michael Reyes performed around the…

Editor's NoteThe Red & Black has published two versions of this article, one in English and one in…

Historical Society of WintersPress release Members of the Winters community who helped make the “Japanese Community Lost in Winters” exhibit at the Winters Museum a reality will share their experiences in an upcoming virtual presentation…

One of the great flaws of secular Greco-American society is its neglect of the arts and its own history. In recent years, two institutions have emerged to remedy this shortcoming. I!-->…

The Hernandez Tunnel in the Near Northside neighborhood now features an image of its namesake.The Greater…

When Yasmina Blackburn's daughter Aliya, 8, came home in tears after a school party, it broke her heart. Aliya and her classmates made works of art and sang traditional songs for Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa.…

Q. Have recent events / movements (namely, Black Lives Matter and Me Too) influenced the book, or are the parallels between yesterday and today in terms of race, gender and gender identity purely coincidental? A. I first designed A…

GENEVA - Tony DiCostanzo readily recognizes that European colonization of the Americas is not without dark…

Wellesley is barely emerging from a years-long and often bitter battle between Indigenous Peoples Day and Indigenous Peoples Day, which officially ended last spring when the Board of Directors voted to replace Indigenous Peoples Day by…

The word Dakota means "friend" or "ally". The Rochester School Board selected him to be on a shortlist of five student names out of hundreds. The public then chose him as their winning name through a voting…

Carr Center workers were studying their new dig in Midtown Detroit when they had an "accident by divine order," as director Oliver Ragsdale put it.At Park Shelton on Woodward, the longtime black arts organization had secured a former retail…

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Reading time: 2 minutes British brand of vegan fried chicken VFC has just debuted in the United States and Canada. To celebrate, VFC released a campaign recreating scenes from American culture, including the movies When Harry meets…