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No matter which proposed route you consider, Florida's northern extension of the Turnpike could destroy Royal's African-American community in Sumter County. And while the Florida Department of…

Journalist Ali Cinar interviewed Ulana Mazurkevich, chairwoman of the Ukrainian Human Rights Committee, about recent developments in Ukraine.…

The 4th of July is a very special day for every American citizen. Since time immemorial, millions of people have celebrated America's Independence Day on this date, celebrating its independence from the British crown. In addition to…

JUNE 30-JULY 4 NEW YORK – The National Young Adult League (YAL) conference runs from June 30 to July 4 at the New York Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway in Manhattan. YAL is a segment of the Young Adult Ministry of the Greek…

Residents of part of Cornelius, an area in northern Mecklenburg County that many people may not have heard of, are hoping a redevelopment plan recently approved by city officials will prevent their community from becoming a thing of the…

CHICAGO (CBS) - Following a story we aired Thursday night on CBS 2, the Arab-American community in Chicago is calling on police to end the use of suspicious activity reports after a groundbreaking study finds that reports were used…

CORNELIUS, North Carolina — Residents of part of Cornelius, an area in northern Mecklenburg County that many people may not have heard of, are hoping a redevelopment plan recently approved by city officials will prevent their community from…

By Samantha PakNorthwest Asia Weekly United States Ambassador to Cambodia, W. Patrick Murphy (right) As United States Ambassador to Cambodia, W. Patrick Murphy is responsible for representing the United States in Cambodia. Part of that job…

By Samantha PakNorthwest Asia Weekly United States Ambassador to Cambodia, W. Patrick Murphy (right) As United States Ambassador to Cambodia, W. Patrick Murphy is responsible for representing the United States in Cambodia. Part of that job…

We often hear the phrase “black excellence,” especially when black people, individually or collectively, achieve the seemingly impossible. It's a fitting reward for the legions of black men, women and young people who come forward…

We often hear the phrase “black excellence,” especially when black people, individually or collectively, achieve the seemingly impossible. It's a fitting reward for the legions of black men, women and young people who come forward…

Sweet notes of blues and jazz filled the air as singer Josephine Howell performed a rendition of "I Believe…

A junior from Amherst Regional High School plays a key role in advocating for a new law that would require public schools to teach ethnic studies and racial justice. The bill, pending in the Legislative Assembly, also aims to achieve a…

June 16th celebrations take place across the country, as well as in Southland, and hundreds of people gather to have a good time, but also to reflect on the significance of the holiday. One of the events that attracted a large…

The LEGO Group will build its first factory in the United States producing its wildly popular plastic building blocks for kids to create and build anything they can imagine in Chesterfield County. The announcement on Wednesday that…

Corey M. Nicholson's appreciation for baseball, its history and its impact dates back to his childhood watching hours of New York Mets games on black-and-white television with his grandparents. Today, Mr. Nicholson uses his passion…

The LEGO Group will build its first factory in the United States producing its wildly popular plastic building blocks for kids to create and build anything they can imagine in Chesterfield County. The announcement on Wednesday that…

Corey M. Nicholson's appreciation for baseball, its history and its impact dates back to his childhood watching hours of New York Mets games on black-and-white television with his grandparents. Today, Mr. Nicholson uses his passion…

Woodstock-based American Community Bank & Trust has hired Dennis Harlow as its new vice president of commercial banking and added Emily Smith to its board of directors.American Community Bank & Trust announced the addition of Dennis…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iTjSU1vlRYDear MNR, IIs the American Community Survey legit? Is it really from the United States Census Bureau? Do I really have to answer the questions? The answers, in order, are yes, yes and yes.…

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…

Dr Douzene Guishard Dr Carl Hill Dr. Goldie ByrdAccording to the Alzheimer's Association's 2022 Facts & Figures report, black Americans are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer's disease or other dementia as…

The All-Black Panthers hockey team showcases the talent of the African-American community The Panthers are an all-black hockey team made up of 16 players from seven different states to compete in the Minneapolis 2022 AAA Summer Showdown…

When people think of Miami, they often conjure up images of sunny beaches, tropical drinks, upbeat nightclubs, and, more than ever, a growing list of Latin-themed dishes. Miami's Hispanic culture continues to be the most defining…

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KNOXVILLE, Tennessee (WATE) – A detailed survey asking personal questions was sent to a Knoxville home a few weeks ago, the owner feared he was being scammed, so she contacted WATE's Don Dare to find out if it was legit. “We…

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…

Following recent mass shootings – including those of a school in Uvalde, Texas, and a hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma – the Native American community of the Inland Empire came together on Saturday 4 June for a march in memory of the victims and…

Following recent mass shootings – including those of a school in Uvalde, Texas, and a hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma – the Native American community of the Inland Empire came together on Saturday 4 June for a march in memory of the victims and…

Following recent mass shootings – including those of a school in Uvalde, Texas, and a hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma – the Native American community of the Inland Empire came together on Saturday 4 June for a march in memory of the victims and…

Dr. Goldie Byrd According to the Alzheimer's Association's 2022 Facts & Figures report, black Americans are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer's disease or other dementia as their white counterparts, but less…

ROCHE SAYS IT'S NOT - IT'S NOT SOMETHING YOU SHOULD THROW AWAY W.NO >> IT'S A QUESTION THE TEAM HAS ON YOUR SIDE HERE SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK THROUGHOUT THE YEAR AND ALL YEAR. IS…

New to ClassAction.org? Read our newswire disclaimer Residents of Washington and California have filed a class action proposal in which they object to being asked to participate in the American Community Survey, which asks for…

The American Community School experienced double joy as the historic inaugural edition of the Jr. NBA Abu Dhabi League reached its thrilling conclusion on the day of the Gala Finals. The joint venture between the Department of Culture…

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AMHERST — A junior from Amherst Regional High School is playing a key role in advocating for a new law that would require public schools to teach ethnic studies and racial justice. The bill, pending in the Legislative Assembly, also aims…

Caribbean American community activist Monique Chandler-Waterman lands a landslide victory in the special election for the seat vacated by former New York State Assemblyman N. Nick Perry , who earlier this month was sworn in as the new U.S.…

The Orange County Sheriff's Office launched its Asian American Pacific Islander Outreach (AAPI) program in February. This is a new initiative that officials say will help bridge the gap between law enforcement and the Central Florida AAPI…

Caribbean American community activist Monique Chandler-Waterman said on Wednesday she was "humbled" by her landslide victory in the special election in the 58 three-way racee New York State Assembly District in Brooklyn."The 58th Assembly…

What does it mean to come to the house? A house is a place with a roof,…

The Indian diaspora in the United States has played an important role in deepening ties between the two democracies, Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan said, declaring the determination…

Solar Panel for Northern Cheyenne Northern Cheyenne installing solar power Solar panel built by Native Americans Empowered by Light and Indigenized Energy Initiative…

MADISON (WKOW) — This Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, many Asian Americans are…

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV5) – Surrounded by people from all walks of life, Kansas Citians gathered in Columbus Park on Saturday afternoon to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month.“I want to have a place where I feel like I belong, and I know other…

Images from the "Great American Community" courtesy of GAC Media. Sat. May 21, 2022 10:40 a.m. New direct-to-consumer app will feature original short content from GAC family talent GAC Media announced the development of “Great American…

Images from the "Great American Community" courtesy of GAC Media. Sat. May 21, 2022 10:40 a.m. New direct-to-consumer app will feature original short content from GAC family talent GAC Media announced the development of “Great…

Much is often said about the role and influence of the Greek diaspora, and given that the United States is…

May 19, 2022 Video available at: https://youtu.be/-g83k_Q1IyM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-g83k_Q1IyM Commissioner Fred Kreizman, Mayor's Community Affairs Unit: Hi. . Truly a pleasure to welcome you to the 20th anniversary of the…

In his letter, Biden emphasized that he was committed to being the president of all Americans. “I am confident we can work together to find common ground to make America a more just, prosperous, and secure nation,” Biden wrote.About 21…

In 2002, only about half of Richmond public school students qualified as proficient in reading and math. And that was an improvement from even lower testing levels recorded before the state's apprenticeship standards program launched…

Notes on delivery It is a sad honor to be with you this afternoon. News of the tragic shooting in Buffalo, and elsewhere, is at the forefront of our minds. Our hearts ache for the victims, their families, their friends and for our…

picture by: Picture File Young residents of La Yarda are pictured at the resort in this historic…

By Ali Ingersoll, WRAL investigative data reporterIn the weeks leading up to Tuesday's election, volunteers from the nonprofit group North Carolina Asian Americans Together reached…

Eastwind Books of Berkeley is Beatrice and Harvey Dong's labor of love for the Asian American and ethnic literary community. Founded in 1982, Eastwind Books is an independent bookstore that initially focused on Chinese-language books.…

Every story has an end. And I decided to wrap up my story at the Richmond Free Press. I'm stepping down as editor after seven and a half years. This edition of the journal is my last. The pandemic has highlighted a lot of things…

Dr. Kate Hoof helps Richmond kids put the pedal to the metal. As Chairman of the Richmond Cycling Corps Board of Directors, Dr. Hoof is a key part of the nonprofit's efforts to educate and empower middle and high school youth in East…

When Dr. Brittany Hunt returned to Duke as a staff member earlier this year, it felt restorative. Hunt, a 2012 Duke alumna and member of North Carolina's Lumbee tribe, sometimes felt lonely as a Native American on campus as…

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…

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…

Since the beginning of our species, it has been the responsibility of the female to take care of the unborn child, the newborn and the young. After millions of years, women have brought us here. Now is not the time for men – or a…

For years, Mike Mines was fiercely determined to make sure his two children knew what little he had known about his life: his family history. Kate Chenery Tweedy wanted to learn more about her Virginia family's heritage, including…

Since the beginning of our species, it has been the responsibility of the female to take care of the unborn child, the newborn and the young. After millions of years, women have brought us here. Now is not the time for men – or a…

Every year around this time, all good kids, regardless of age, take a break and find the perfect gift for mom. It can range from a bouquet of flowers and a lavish brunch to something as simple as a drawing or a heartfelt note…

For years, Mike Mines was fiercely determined to make sure his two children knew what he had little known about his life: his family history. Kate Chenery Tweedy wanted to learn more about her Virginia family's heritage, including…

ORLANDO, Florida. - After the Vietnam War ended, hundreds of Vietnamese came to Central Florida through the Catholic Charities Refugee Program and found a new home near Mills Avenue and Colonial Drive, an area known today as Mills 50…

Every year around this time, all good kids, regardless of age, take a break and find the perfect gift for mom. It can range from a bouquet of flowers and a lavish brunch to something as simple as a drawing or a heartfelt note…

While the repercussions of the leaking of the Supreme Court's draft preliminary ruling on Roe vs. Wade continue to rock American politics, some experts point out that the greatest impact will be felt in the African-American community. We…

Singh pointed out that hate crimes against the community have increased during the pandemic. Within a week, "these abusers found it so comfortable to come to the same place at around the same time," Singh said. "They took off their dastars…

On Saturday, May 14, 2022, the Dallas and Northeast Texas Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will host a Virtual Black/African American Community Forum via Zoom. With a projected 29% increase in Texas residents age 65 and older with…

sergeant. Christopher "Chris" Washington has been with the department for 12 years. He said he was passionate about connecting with his community. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – The Virginia Beach Police Department has named…

By Tracy RecordsWest Seattle Blog Editor What the Ukrainians are fighting is painfully familiar to people who were in South Vietnam almost half a century ago. That's why on Saturday Vietnamese cultural center The ceremony commemorating the…

You won't have to travel to Japan to see the cherry blossoms“We are a city of rivers and a city of trees, and the Hanami Line weaves together both aspects of our civic character. It will salute Sacramento's rich history and create a…

At the end of 1921, the deportation and massacres of the Greeks of Pontos by the Kemalists attracted the attention of the American press and Greek-American organizations. The latter believed that the government of the United…

The Greek-American community in Manchester, New Hampshire is significant in the United States, and St. George's Greek Orthodox Cathedral spearheaded an initiative to save its heritage and history. The St. George Memory Project is…

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…

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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…

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…

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…

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…

Monterey County health officials are bringing out some local power in hopes of increasing COVID-19 vaccination rates among the local African-American community, which…

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…

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…

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…

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…

A monument representing Glendale and its ties to the Californian city's Filipino American community has been unveiled. Led by the Filipino American Business Association of Glendale (FABAG-GLAC), it will be the city's first Filipino…

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,…

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…

Hello City of Edgewater! We would like to take the time to introduce ourselves, the Filipino American Community of Colorado (FACC), to the Edgewater community. FACC is one of the oldest Asian American communities in Colorado, established…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…