A demonstrator holds up a Haitian flag during a protest against acting prime minister Ariel Henry’s government and the country’s growing insecurity in the Haitian capital, Port-au-Prince, on 1 March 2024. (TheNewHumanitarian.com) During the first week of April, reports showed that violence in Haiti caused several hospitals to shut down. After gaining control of 80%Continue reading “How Haiti Continues to Rise against Imperialism”
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Exploring the History Behind the Turmoil in Gaza.
For decades, Palestine has suffered direct discrimination and mistreatment from Israel, leading to many uprisings and protests.
Why U.S. Students Struggle to Choose the Right Career
Photo courtesy of Alamy.com. In a student’s later years in high school, they are often asked the question, “What do you want to do when you grow up?” Some young people are certain about their future, but others sometimes scramble between choices. According to a survey conducted by BestColleges, out of 1,000 high school students,Continue reading “Why U.S. Students Struggle to Choose the Right Career”
Will Guns Continue to Run America?
Photo taken from ABCNews.com In late March, Justin Jones and Justin Pearson, newly elected Black Democratic state representatives of Tennessee, started a protest against gun violence inside the Tennessee state courthouse. House representative Gloria Johnson was also among them. Jones and Pearson were soon expelled for not abiding to house rules however Gloria Johnson wasContinue reading “Will Guns Continue to Run America?”
How Global Climate Change Fuels Natural Disasters
The recent earthquake shows us that humans, the dominating organism on planet Earth, need to mitigate production of carbon emissions. It is imperative that we invest in Earth-friendly solutions like electric vehicles and solar panels. They can prevent unnecessary increases in sea level and excess damage to the Ozone. They can also help reduce the rate at which the Earth is warming.
Analyzing the Great Change in Malcolm X’s Life
Photo courtesy of MIchael Ochs Archives In the “Satan” and “Saved” chapters of The Autobiography of Malcolm X as Told to Alex Haley, Malcolm X is incarcerated and his demeanor and attitude about life change significantly. He is exposed to different ways of living, both dishonorable and ethical. In “Satan,” Malcolm X became an inmateContinue reading “Analyzing the Great Change in Malcolm X’s Life”
How The Media Exacerbates Youth Trauma
Photo courtesy of verywellmind.com In recent months there have been several cases of school shootings across the nation from elementary school through college. According to statistics of 2022, the average age of school shooters is 16 years old. However, a bizarre case was recently documented where a 6 year old shot his first grade teacher.Continue reading “How The Media Exacerbates Youth Trauma”
Are Pregnant Black Women Safe in Hospitals?
It is imperative that there are Black physicians and obstetricians that can represent and put themselves in the shoes of African American mothers. Studies suggest that when Black doctors care for Black mothers and their newborns, the mortality rate for Black newborns is cut in half.
The Remnants of Hurricane Katrina Seen in Hurricane Ian Aftermath
Hurricane Ian (Courtesy of WAFB) Category four Hurricane Ian ripped through the state of Florida in September causing great damage to Sanibel Island and Fort Myers. It left a death toll of more than 100. Many Black and Hispanic communities are still suffering because this storm left 2.5 million residents without power. A Black womanContinue reading “The Remnants of Hurricane Katrina Seen in Hurricane Ian Aftermath”
Murals Send A Message Of Artistic Expression
Kaliq Crosby in front of the Go-Go City Mural (Courtesy of Murals DC) Washington D.C.’s MuralsDC program displayed 15 more murals in September to celebrate its 15th anniversary. Murals have been growing as a part of D.C. culture in the past decade. One very unique mural is the Go-Go City mural, created by Kaliq Crosby.Continue reading “Murals Send A Message Of Artistic Expression”
The Watoto Speak! 