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Black men are at a higher risk for prostate cancer than their white counterparts, experiencing earlier diagnoses, more aggressive forms of the disease, and significantly higher mortality rates. Prostate cancer remains the second most common cancer among men, but its impact on Black men is disproportionately severe, with studies highlighting a stark difference in both […]
Dr. John Osae-Kwapong, a Fellow at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), has defended President John Mahama’s approach to appointing ministers, urging Ghanaians to exercise patience as the process unfolds. Dr Osae-Kwapong’s remarks came after Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin criticised the President for what he perceived as a slow and fragmented method of appointing cabinet […]
President John Dramani Mahama has assured the public that his complete cabinet will be revealed within the next 14 days, addressing growing concerns over the delay in appointing his full team. Mahama’s remarks came in response to criticism from Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who had questioned the President’s pace in making ministerial appointments. Afenyo-Markin described […]
On January 2, 1920, recruitment for the Black and Tans began, a controversial auxiliary force created by Britain during the Irish War of Independence. By March 25, 1920, these temporary constables arrived in Ireland, where they became infamous for their brutal tactics. However, a 2011 book by Canadian historian David Leeson, The Black Tans: British […]
A recently released government-funded report has revealed widespread instances of harassment, intimidation, and systemic racism experienced by Black executives working in the Canadian public service. The report, authored by lawyer Rachel Zellars for the Black Executives Network, paints a troubling picture of the challenges faced by Black professionals in senior roles within federal institutions. Drawing […]
A groundbreaking new report has shed light on the pervasive racism faced by Black executives within the Canadian public service, detailing shocking accounts of harassment, discrimination, and career stagnation. The government-funded study, authored by lawyer Rachel Zellars, paints a stark picture of systemic abuse that has plagued Black public servants for decades. The report, commissioned […]
Students at Hopkins Public Schools in Minnesota are among a growing number of Black students across the United States who have been targeted with racist text messages, sparking concerns over the rise of hate-driven incidents in schools. The Hopkins Public Schools district alerted families via email after Black middle school students reported receiving racist texts […]
In the wake of Kamala Harris’s defeat in the presidential election, many Black women across the United States are grappling with the painful realization that, despite her qualifications, experience, and widespread support, voters failed to fully show up for her. On election night, as the results poured in, Jai Marcus joined a sea of hopeful […]
Despite a flurry of initiatives aimed at increasing financial access for Black business owners in Canada, major banks have come under fire for their lack of transparency regarding the impact and success of their loan programs. As these financial institutions roll out support packages for Black entrepreneurs, many remain tight-lipped about how effective these programs […]
Minneapolis police have issued a formal apology for their inadequate response to repeated complaints of harassment by a local Black man, Davis Moturi, who was shot by his white neighbor. The incident occurred last Wednesday while Moturi was tending to his yard, resulting in serious injuries including a fractured spine and broken ribs. Chief Brian […]
