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Dangote refinery IPO opens a new chapter for African ownership
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has launched what supporters call a landmark offering for Nigeria…
Black New Yorker
How Kathleen Adams’ multiple talents led to being entrepreneur at Angel of Harlem restaurant
Businesswoman and brand strategist Kathleen Adams reflects on 11 successful years co-founding Angel of Harlem.
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NEWS
Did the NYPD fail to disclose Flock camera database access?
The NYPD may have failed to disclose Flock camera database access to the public.
Trump administration hits South Africa with new sanctions over alleged discrimination against whites
The Trump administration imposed new sanctions on South Africa over…
COMMENTARY: Two systems of justice: How success makes leaders of color targets
It is easy to dismiss as racial paranoia by many…
How Mamdani plans to fix years of pay delays in city childcare programs
Mamdani’s plan aims to fix years of pay delays in…
NYC ‘stole’ properties from Black and Brown homeowners in third-party seizures — but now it has to cough up $60M.
Last week, New York City reached a historic $60 million…
Word In Black, conceived by AmNews Publisher Elinor R. Tatum, with 10 other Black publishers nationwide, promises to confront inequities, elevate solutions and amplify the Black experience.
SPORTS
Legendary broadcaster Rickie Ricardo reflects on his days with Rick James and Prince
Across 46 years in broadcasting, Yankees and Eagles voice Rickie Ricardo covered sports legends, but none compared to Prince.
Ex-Yank Shawn Chacón embraces the roles of mentor and manager
Shawn Chacón uses George Lombard Jr.’s struggles with the yips…
2020 Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson knocked out at UFC 331
Steveson’s star was dimmed after stunningly being knocked out by former…
The Giants face a crisis with Jaxson Dart’s season potentially over
Jaxson Dart’s knee injury in a loss to the Rams…
Can the Yankees take down the Red Sox without Aaron Judge?
The Yankees face a tough playoff path against the Red…
Art & Entertainment
Fat Joe discusses his new album ‘Organized Rhyme’
Hip-hop artist, actor, author and “Joe and Jada” podcast co-host Fat Joe hosted an intimate listening event for his new…
Wilmington, Delaware: A Mid-Atlantic getaway for jazz, art, and nature lovers
Beyond the Amtrak lies Wilmington, DE: a charming escape from…
Colin Kaepernick launches new book, ‘Perilous Fight,’ at Brooklyn Library
Colin Kaepernick recently visited Brooklyn Public Library (BPL)’s Central Library…
Antwuan Dixon returns to NYC and skateboarding with faith
Antwuan Dixon hit LES Coleman Skatepark under the Manhattan Bridge…
film/tv
2026 Emmy Awards countdown: Dubious Distinctions
The 2026 Emmy Awards countdown highlights some dubious distinctions in…
Bearing witness without judgement: Gordon Parks and the humanistic view
Gordon Parks embodied a humanistic view that allowed him to…
Cuba’s Gloria Rolando is making a film about the Buffalo Soldiers. She needs our help
Filmmaker Gloria Rolando highlights the history of Black U.S. soldiers…
theater
Woodie King, Jr.’s theater magic continues in the West Village
Woodie King, Jr.’s theater magic continues in the West Village…
‘Broad Strokes’ demonstrates Cat Cohen’s healing journey through musical comedy
Comedian Cat Cohen turns a real-life heart attack at age…
‘The Pass’ shows the possible price of success in sports
“The Pass” playing at La Mama, shows an interesting take…
music
Booker T. Jones kicks off fall at historic AC boardwalk ahead of upcoming NY appearances
Famed keyboardist and songwriter Booker T. Jones broke out the…
Hip Hop Museum moves projected opening date to 2027
The Hip Hop Museum moves its projected opening date to…
Commentary: John Coltrane gave Black artists a spiritual roadmap
John Coltrane gave Black artists a roadmap for tracking their…
AmNews Food
Red Bull Chapters hosts La Mesa Nuyorican and superstar Rauw Alejandro
La Mesa Nuyorican set table for Red Bull Chapters featuring…
Queens-based The Nourish Spot returns to the U.S. Open for a fifth year
The Nourish Spot, a Queens-based vendor, returns to the U.S.…
Chef Mavis-Jay Sanders celebrates summer’s end with family in Brooklyn
Chef Mavis-Jay Sanders celebrates summer’s end with family in Brooklyn.
Black History
The Meaning of July Fourth for the Negro by Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass’s 1852 speech challenges American freedom by exposing the…
Education
Teachers’ unions press New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to reject federal school choice program
Teachers’ unions press New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to reject…
health
OP-ED: Remembering the indomitable and innovative oncologist Dr. Harold P. Freeman
When Dr. Harold P. Freeman applied his oncological knowledge to…
Religion
Gary fell into darkness. Black churches refused to leave it there
The city of Gary, Indiana, was plunged into darkness. It’s…
