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NJ students restore the names of Black Revolutionary War soldiers
Trenton, N.J., high school students recently created a project that honors the role African Americans…
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Jessica Spaulding: A sweet dream made of chocolate at home in Harlem
For Jessica Spaulding a love of what she creates, namely chocolate, but more than anything…
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Why aging in NYS prisons is becoming more commonplace
COVID-19 renewed public attention on incarcerated elders, given the pandemic’s disproportionate risk for seniors in…
A homegoing at home: Reflecting on the celebration of Rev. Jesse Jackson’s life and legacy
The homegoing for the civil rights icon came to a…
After a president-filled celebration, Rev. Jesse Jackson’s family gathers for a private homegoing
CHICAGO (AP) — A day after former presidents, sitting governors…
Celebration of life for Jesse Jackson draws former presidents and Grammy-winning artists
Three former U.S. presidents, Grammy-winning artists, clergy and elected officials…
‘No More Crumbs rally’ blasts SNAP cutoffs after work rules returned on March 1
Organizers of the Feb. 28 “No More Crumbs” rally called…
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
Entrepreneur Kendra Bulluck revives HBCU’s Orange Blossom Classic
Kendra Bulluck revels in her role as executive director of the Orange Blossom Classic (OBC), a Labor Day matchup between…
The Knicks look to ascend in the closing weeks of the regular season
The Knicks are in an intense race for seeding in…
Deadly Art of Survival magazine hosts sixth martial arts convention
The Deadly Art of Survival magazine hosted their sixth Martial…
The Jets reach back to the past for stabilizing QB
Geno Smith has returned to the Jets, a reunion that’s…
Columbia and Harvard to meet in the Ivy League Tournament semifinals
Columbia University women’s basketball dominated the first half of play…
Art & Entertainment
Harlem provides artistic inspiration for Bonnie Phillips
There was this man on 125th Street dressed all in green. His style and presence caught Bonnie Phillips’ attention.
‘Masquerade’ is the ultimate immersive theatrical experience for the Andrew Lloyd Webber Masterpiece!
Going to “Masquerade” is a dream come true. It is…
In a turbulent year, Oscar-Nominated documentaries turn their lens on power, protest and survival
The nominees for Best Documentary Feature and Best Documentary Short…
Review round-up: New Edition Way Tour brings together historic hitmakers
R&B queen Toni Braxton and Philadelphia soul icons Boyz II…
film/tv
‘Marty Supreme’’s Yasiris Ortiz swings into Hollywood, children’s books, and the Bronx
Never did ping-pong champion Yasiris Ortiz imagine she would end…
A Watch Guide to the 2026 Best Picture nominees
The Best Picture race at the 98th Academy Awards spans…
The art of reinvention with Monique Coleman
Earlier this year, Monique Coleman was in high demand for…
theater
‘Meat Suit’ wildly vocalizes the many aspects of motherhood
play is based on interviews with mothers and, fittingly, the…
‘The Other Place’ is stunningly captivating
Have you ever seen a production that just left you…
André De Shields, LaChanze receive archival walk-through at Schomburg Center
André De Shields and LaChanze were welcomed for a private,…
music
‘Spring is here,’ Legendary saxophonist Charles McPherson hosts residency ahead of exciting season at Smoke Jazz Club in Harlem
Saxophonist and composer Charles McPherson closed out a successful run…
The Craft brings ‘elevated’ hip hop experience to BK rap legends Onyx
Rap group Onyx was joined by a host of past,…
Son of Saturn — ‘Sun Ra: Do the Impossible’
At best, any casual music consumer would find the avant-garde…
AmNews Food
Indulge the senses with these flavorful chicken skewers
This recipe was inspired by my time growing up in…
Vietnamese-style pork chops for a dynamite weeknight meal
If you find yourself craving a lighter yet flavorful meal…
Mouth-watering wings to help you serve the heat on Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl Sunday is coming up, these wings are the…
Black History
Sorority Spotlight on Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
In this edition of The Divine Nine News, we recognize…
Education
NYC reverses Upper West Side middle school closure after mom’s viral racist remark sparks outcry
NYC education officials have reversed plans to close an Upper…
health
Novartis settles with Henrietta Lacks estate over use of her ‘stolen’ cells to advance medicine
Novartis has settled a lawsuit by the estate of Henrietta…
Religion
OP-ED: During Women’s History Month, remembering the life and legacy of Ama Ata Aidoo
When she wasn’t deeply immersed in the world of fiction…
