‘Hotel Rwanda’ Hero To Be Released From Rwanda Prison
Paul Rusesabagina, who inspired the Hollywood film "Hotel Rwanda" and had been sentenced to prison in Rwanda, has had his sentence commuted by the country's President Paul Kagame after his request for clemency.
U.S. Suggests Military Aid To Israel Is At Risk In Letter Demanding More Aid...
The Biden administration has sent a letter to the Israeli government demanding it improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza within the next 30 days or risk violating US laws governing foreign military assistance, suggesting US military aid could be in jeopardy.
Israel Strikes Gaza Camp, Killing At Least 90 Palestinians
Israeli strike on a displacement camp in southern Gaza killed at least 90 Palestinians, with footage showing bodies in the street and destroyed tents, while Israeli officials claimed the strike targeted Hamas' military chief, Mohammed Deif.
Former South Africa Leader Zuma Promises Jobs And Free Education As He Launches Party...
Former South African President Jacob Zuma Saturday lamented the high levels of poverty among black South Africans and promised to create jobs and tackle crime as he launched his new political party's manifesto ahead of the country's much anticipated elections.
Haiti’s Prime Minister Resigns As Council Sworn In To Lead Political Transition In Violence-Ravaged...
Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry announced his resignation on Thursday, handing power over to a transitional council that will seek to gain control of the violence-ravaged nation.
U.S. Warns Israel Amid Gaza Carnage It Doesn’t Have Long Before Support Erodes
President Joe Biden and his top advisers are warning Israel with growing force that it will become increasingly difficult for it to pursue its military goals in Gaza as global outcry intensifies about the scale of humanitarian suffering there.
Biden Pressed Netanyahu To Get More Humanitarian Aid Into Gaza As Fears Grow Over Conflict...
President Joe Biden on Sunday pressed his Israeli counterpart to “immediately” scale up the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
A Proposed Law In Ghana Would Require Citizens To Report LGBTQ People To Authorities
Most countries in Africa criminalize same-sex activity and/or LGBTQ people, but enforcement can vary. In Ghana same-sex relationships were illegal prior to this current bill, LGBTQ centers and groups were still allowed to exist. If the bill passes, their existence will become illegal, too.
Jamaica Heads To Women’s World Cup Knockout Stage For First Time
Jamaica became the first Caribbean nation to reach the knockout phase of the Women’s World Cup. Jamaica had never previously reached the knockout stages of a World Cup – men’s or women’s – prior to the 0-0 draw in Melbourne on Wednesday.
What Do We Know About The Us Soldier In North Korea And What Might...
For the first time in decades a US soldier is believed to be in North Korean custody. US military officials say King “willfully and without authorization” crossed into North Korea while taking a civilian tour of the Joint Security Area.
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Five Education Moments That Impacted Black Students In 2024
Black K-12 education experienced notable events in 2024, marking the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, the enactment of laws limiting AP African American Studies, ongoing disparities in school discipline, racist messages sent to Black students post-election, and the nomination of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education.
