Jill J. Walker

These days, something unprecedented is happening, something historic in the long history of our community: a Greek child is moving into the US Embassy in Athens. He is not a son of the Community without knowledge and awareness of…

US President Joe Biden's candidate for next ambassador to Greece, George Tsunis, arrived in Athens on May 7, a day after his predecessor, career diplomat Geoffrey Pyatt, left amid a storm of tweets from farewell ending his exceptionally…

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Natarsha Eppes-Kelly has worked hard for the past four months to establish a new normal in her life. A Dinwiddie resident and former mortgage specialist who now works as a beauty and skincare entrepreneur, Ms Eppes-Kelly contracted…

Given the complexity of each painting, one would imagine Amir's creative practice to be quite hectic. The reality is quite the opposite. “After many years of working at a fast pace, I slowed down my process,” he tells us. Rather than…

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In his February 6 Daily Meditation on 1 Corinthians 12, the Reverend Richard Rohr writes, “Humanity constantly faces the problem of unity and diversity. We are not very good at understanding it. We usually choose our small groups, because…

A new documentary from Netflix, "White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch", chronicles the toxic and racist culture of the American clothing company during the 2000s.In the documentary, which aired on Netflix on Tuesday,…

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) - Residents have the chance to view one of the world's most unique collections of art and history as a special exhibit makes a stop in their 36th city in the world, here in Panama City.…

A recent Washington Post article, “Surge of international candidates at elite colleges,” reported that academic institutions such as Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dartmouth, etc. have seen a surge…

We draw our readers' attention to 4/20 - World Weed Day - and the efforts for equal and restorative justice for black and brown communities who for decades have borne the brunt of the national "war on drugs". Government statistics…

A recent Washington Post article, “Surge of international candidates at elite colleges,” reported that academic institutions such as Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dartmouth, etc. have seen a surge…

In the pop culture market, history is packed by decades and consumers by generations, because memory is rife: nostalgia for the old, retro-chic for the young. Aside from Bruce Lee's yellow tracksuit, however, Asian Americans have…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Two Republican senators have urged Secretary of State Antony Blinken to reopen the US embassy in Kyiv to "symbolically affirm" Washington's commitment to Ukraine.In a letter obtained by Fox News…

Southfield (CW50) – The authentic stories of Arab Americans across the country are rarely seen in the film industry. Growing up, Rola Nashef noticed this trend and wanted to use her own experiences to change the narrative of Arab…

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, April 19, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Attorney Jerry United's New American Culture Race captures readers' attention as he talks about and focuses on the growth, learning and…

FLINT, Mich. — Although chronic kidney disease is the ninth leading cause of death in Michigan, more than one million Michigan residents have chronic kidney disease, but only about 3 percent are aware of it. This reality has a…

Supportive Housing Supports Native American Culture and Tackles Homelessness in Seattle, Washington ʔálʔal, 80 supportive rental units in Seattle's…

Supportive Housing Supports Native American Culture and Tackles Homelessness in Seattle, Washington ʔálʔal, 80 supportive rental units in Seattle's…

UNTIL JUNE 30 ONLINE – Health and Religion, a series of online courses organized by the Prolepsis Institute in collaboration with the Hellenic Society of Medical Students of Greece and under the auspices of the Athens Medical…

Democrats celebrate the nomination of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court of the United States and the historical diversity of the Biden-Harris administrationPresident Biden, Vice President Harris and the Democrats are…

(Xinhua) 07:58, April 15, 2022 People walk on a street in Manhattan's Chinatown in New York, the United States, June 24, 2020. (Xinhua/Wang Ying) Anti-Asian racism is deeply rooted in American society, dating back…

For the past six years, Sharon Simmons Jennings has helped spice up the women's march through Richmond. The Henrico resident founded the Richmond chapter of GirlTrek in 2016 and over the years has worked to ensure a welcoming and…

It was in early January that the former known as Robert Henry "Wize" Green learned he would be released from prison after serving more than 20 years behind bars. A public campaign by the Exodus Foundation and others called for his…

Mesobis, an amalgamation of “Mesoamerica” and “cannabis,” exists at the point where Latin American culture meets industry. Co-founders Nelson Cury and Santiago Cervantes are old friends from boarding school who came together to…

Tech Thursday is an occasional series that examines how Haitians are doing in technology, a sector that offers more money, cache and potential to drive change for a new generation of Haitians and Haitian-Americans. . This is the!-->…

Glendale, California has its first-ever Filipino monument in the form of a marble monument honoring its Filipino American community.The Philippino American Business Association of Glendale (FABAG), a non-profit organization dedicated to…

Hby Arald Jaehner Consequenceswhich is published in paperback in April, begins where most popular stories of Europe's bloody 20th century end, with the surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945. Rather than focusing on diplomatic treaties or…

We pause this week to reflect on the light and lessons shared with this country and the world by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr King, known as the 'drum major of justice', was just 39 when he was murdered 54 years ago in Memphis,…

c/o Microsoft Four film screenings taking place in April will showcase a wide range of Asian and Asian American experiences. The films themselves are affiliated with two long-running series: screenings organized by the…

The Coen Brothers Joel Coen and Ethan Coenare well known not only for their artistic style, but also for their primary interest in aspects of quintessentially American culture and identity. The Coen Brothers have produced, written and…

UNTIL JUNE 30 ONLINE – Health and Religion, a series of online courses organized by the Prolepsis Institute in collaboration with the Hellenic Society of Medical Students of Greece and under the auspices of the Athens Medical…

“It will please my mother. I'm the first Patel to win an Oscar. So I'm proud of that…” said American Indian Joseph Patel during his rousing speech. in a sonorous voice that resounded at the Dolby Theater, instead of 94and Oscar…

By Lucy Giardino [email protected] The Italian American Club of Jacksonville is proud to be the oldest ethnic organization in River City. Its story began in the early 1920s when a small group of immigrants…

In "From Little Tokyo to Crenshaw," host Nathan Masters visits Kristen Hayashi, Ph.D., collections manager at the Japanese American National Museum. KCET, showcasing the best of PBS while being Southern California's leading…

Kaitlyn LavoPortrait of Jessica Flores Rodriguez and Yoselin Deleon in front of the mural on the Casita behind the Chicana Studies building at CSUN taken on Mar. 18, 2022, in Northridge, Calif.CSUN students in Transborder Experiences of…

The 4and American Culture and Society Week, organized by the Center for American Studies, started today and will run until April 2, 2022 at the Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade. American heroes, superheroes and…

Pow Wow is an event hosted by BYU Multicultural Student Services. The event features performances from surrounding Native American tribes and highlights many of their traditions and cultures. (Megan Zaugg)By U.S Multicultural Student…

An armored personnel carrier used by the Armenian military seen after it was destroyed by Azerbaijani forces in 2020 during the last major confrontation between the two nations. As Russia continues to pound Ukrainian towns…

Natalie Truong greets customers under the Hapa Pizza canopy at Beaverton Farmer's Market.Steven Tonthat/OPBYour browser does not support the audio element.On a busy Saturday afternoon at Beaverton Farmers MarketAaron Truong and his wife…

Late last month, members of Northeastern University's Asian American Community Leaders sent a letter to two university deans in hopes of establishing a stronger foundation for the existing Asian studies program at Northeastern. The letter,…

UNTIL JUNE 30 ONLINE – Health and Religion, a series of online courses organized by the Prolepsis Institute in collaboration with the Hellenic Society of Medical Students of Greece and under the auspices of the Athens Medical…

M State is pleased to be the sponsor of the 31st Annual Woodlands & High Plains Pow Wow, one of the most popular cultural events in the Fargo Moorhead area. The powwow will take place from noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 at the…

M State is pleased to be the sponsor of the 31st Annual Woodlands & High Plains Pow Wow, one of the most popular cultural events in the Fargo Moorhead area. The powwow will take place from noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 at the…

The Portuguese Institute Beyond Borders has officially launched the Portuguese-American Educator Leadership Network (PAELN), which will bring together Portuguese-born teachers and scholars in the United States.“It is a leadership and…

The Portuguese Institute Beyond Borders has officially launched the Portuguese-American Educator Leadership Network (PAELN), which will bring together Portuguese-born teachers and scholars in the United States.“It is a leadership and…

In case you missed them, the televised confirmation hearings for nominee Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson for the United States Supreme Court are an extraordinary class study in the face of arrogance, sexism, white privilege, homophobia…

In case you missed them, the televised confirmation hearings for nominee Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson for the United States Supreme Court are an extraordinary class study in the face of arrogance, sexism, white privilege, homophobia…

American architect, critic, urban planner and educator, Michael Sorkin, whom the world lost in the first wave of coronavirus in March 2020, was considered one of the most outspoken public intellectuals in architecture. Sorkin wore many…

But even without direct state interference, American culture had inward-looking tendencies, many of which predated the 1940s. The media ecosystem in particular, writes Lebovic, constituted an "Americanist echo chamber." Few of the films…

Diplomat Nick Perry (left) endorsing Monique Chandler-Waterman (2nd left) at his campaign launch ceremony. Newly appointed United States Ambassador to Jamaica, Nick Perry has endorsed Caribbean American community…

Former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka has had a torrid start to the 2022 WTA season. After losing in the third round at the Australian Open, she returns to Indian Wells, her second tournament of the season.ADVERTISINGThe article continues below…

This article was originally published here Pharmacy (Basel). 2022 Mar 10;10(2):37. doi: 10.3390/pharmacy10020037. ABSTRACT African Americans are more likely than non-Hispanic whites to be diagnosed with and die of diabetes. A…

Aligning with the Earth Day 2022 theme Invest in our planetthe U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka is hosting a photo contest to showcase the importance and beauty of Sri Lanka's ecosystems and the wildlife that live there, showcasing the most…

The Lift Zones program offers free Wi-Fi at the Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center and Labateyah Youth Home. EVERETT, Wash.–Comcast has installed free Wi-Fi for members of Seattle's Native American community. As part of its…

Knoxville, Tenn. (WATE) - A weekend full of culture, education and conversation is unfolding in East Tennessee. The Spirit of Nation Pow Wow will take place on Saturday, March 26 at Patriot Academy in Jefferson City. Tickets are…

UNTIL JUNE 30 ONLINE – Health and Religion, a series of online courses organized by the Prolepsis Institute in collaboration with the Hellenic Society of Medical Students of Greece and under the auspices of the Athens Medical…

People waited patiently in their vehicles as long lines snaked around the Ukrainian American Community Center parking lot in Minneapolis. More than 650 people were expected to pick up fish fries, complete with pierogi, on…

Catholic social teaching, if lived by Catholics, can help evangelize American culture by bringing freedom into conversation with social solidarity, said Father Daniel Griffith, pastor of Our Lady of…

Richmond may soon have its first civilian commission to review serious complaints against police officers. But the proposal currently before Richmond City Council would be a far cry from the powerful, robust and independent council…

Our nation marks the beginning of the third year of life with COVID-19. For most, COVID-19 has been a painful and dramatic adjustment in our daily lives, including our work, school, social, and religious routines and interactions.…

DGAP-News: Comcast Washington16.03.2022 / 16:05 The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.Comcast today announced that it has installed free Wi-Fi for members of Seattle's Native American community. As part of…

A year after the Atlanta-area spa murders, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders reflect on the impact of the tragic day that brought together — locally and nationally — a community that says that it can sometimes be "stovepiped".On March…

By Stacey Wang Rizzo March 16, 2022Gabriela Ortega BFA '17 is the epitome of an artist with an endless stage, undeniably driven to be the change she hopes to see in her craft. And!--posted-->!--byline-->…

Oletha Bennett was an influential Christian who lived in Claremore in…

UNTIL JUNE 30 ONLINE – Health and Religion, a series of online courses organized by the Prolepsis Institute in collaboration with the Hellenic Society of Medical Students of Greece and under the auspices of the Athens Medical…

The price of freedom is high. We as black people know this from centuries of experience, having been brought as captives to this nation in 1619. And the cost of freedom has not gone down in recent decades, as the Ukrainian people l…

Hear directly from Ukrainian-Americans who work and learn at UConn Health and their suggestions for ways you can help support the people of Ukraine's health and humanitarian crisis.As war rages in their beloved Ukraine, Ukrainian Americans…

As war rages in their beloved Ukraine, Ukrainian Americans working and learning at UConn Health continue their daily duties while finding ways to help the people of Ukraine cope with the health and humanitarian crisis. Seeing…

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) with The Museum at FIT (MFIT) showcases Asian Americans in New York Fashion: Design, Labor, Innovation. Designed and curated by graduate students from the Fashion and Textile Studies program, the…

Coming to the United States? Not sure what to expect? Well, buckle up and get ready for a weird and thrilling ride through the land of the grown-ups. Here you will find the Elyos delight of bottomless soda machines. The amazing spray…

It's no wonder it's been so ingrained in American culture for the past hundred years. Let's look deeper the importance of baseball in the United Statesits history and impact on American culture over the past century. National and!-->…

Administrator Samantha Power meets with members of the Bosnian American community The following is attributable to spokesperson Rebecca Chalif:‎ Today, Administrator Power met with members of the Bosnian-American diaspora community to…

The U.S. Embassy helped connect U.S. and Nigerian oncology specialists to help build capacity for cancer treatment and care in Nigeria. As visiting Fulbright scholars in the field of oncology pharmacy, Professor Cindy O'Bryant of the…

PTI Washington, March 7 The First Lady of the United States, Dr. Jill Biden, hailed the role of a prominent Indian-American tech entrepreneur and…

A group of Vietnamese Americans gathered in Westminster on Sunday to offer their support to Ukrainians in the face of the Russian invasion. Participants pointed out that they had had a similar experience during and after the…

"Don't make a mountain out of a molehill." “Don't put all your eggs in one basket. "Don't worry; there are plenty of fish in the sea! Most of us have heard these pithy sayings at some point in our lives. They often make us roll our…

BERKELEY COUNTY, SC – The Berkeley County Library System (BCLS) will collaborate with the Wassamassaw Tribe of Varnertown Indians, a non-profit organization, to host a new series titled Native American Culture Class. The first class…

UNTIL JUNE 30 ONLINE – Health and Religion, a series of online courses organized by the Prolepsis Institute in collaboration with the Hellenic Society of Medical Students of Greece and under the auspices of the Athens Medical…

Peter Hayden, PhD, founded Turning Point, Inc. in 1976 with a vision to help African Americans struggling…

Native American community leaders with New York City Mayor Eric Adams outside City Hall American Indian leaders discuss community issues and perspectives on how it can be involved in the city Native American community leaders raised…

TAMPA, Fla. — March is Women's History Month, and a Straz Center-produced musical highlights the cultural journey of African-American women. What do you want to know March is Women's History Month We met Natasha McKeller, the mother Shaw…

By Richard D. LandChristian Post editor | Friday 04 March 2022A daughter poses for her father as they tour the Statue of Liberty and Liberty Island as it reopens to the public in New York, July 4, 2013. | (Photo: REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz)At…

EAU CLAIRE — In 1975, UW-Eau Claire student Evangelos "Ben" Kyriagis, of Larissa, Greece, walked into class…

The masks are falling in Richmond and the region. The change is the result of the latest recommendations from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last Friday that relaxed mask guidelines for about 70% of Americans.…

COLUMBIA — Columbia hair salon owner Bridget Williams says hair is an important part of self-identity."I…

When the shakers Arriving in New York in 1774, their distinctive blend of English heritage, diligence, and devout Christian worship immediately branded the religious sect an outsider. Rumors and myths arose: the group was austere, bigoted…

BRAINERD - The Kitchigami Regional Library System is hosting an in-person discussion with Anton Treuer, award-winning author and historian of "Everything You Wanted to Know About the Indians But Were Afraid to Ask" at noon,…

All of us at the Consulate General understand that this is a particularly difficult time for the American community in Hong Kong. Our top priority is always the safety and security of Americans in Hong Kong and Macao. The current…

Congresswoman Dean welcomes Ukrainian-American community leaders Iryna Mazur and Roman Petyk as virtual guests at President Biden's State of the Union | Press Releases |…

By all accounts, St. Sophia Ukrainian Catholic Church is a small congregation that now has a big mission. On Sunday, The Colony Greek Orthodox Church held its first service since Russia began an invasion of Ukraine four days…