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Montgomery County, Maryland has enacted groundbreaking legislation establishing a graduated fine system…
On October 1, 2025, Mayor Bowser and regional leaders launched Talent Capital…
Barbados PM Mia Mottley's outstanding UNGA 2025 speech shatters illusions of global order, condemning the 'crisis of truth' and warning against the creeping normalization of violence, lies, and injustice.…
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation launches its 54th Annual Legislative Conference with the powerful theme "Made For This Moment," addressing economic empowerment,…
The three West African nations—Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—all led by military governments, have jointly announced their immediate withdrawal from the International…
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Maryland Responds to Federal Government Shutdown. The federal government shutdown that began…
Democrats & Republicans play the blame game following the government shutdown. The Maryland,…
President Trump's proposal to use dangerous American cities as "training grounds" for the military and National Guard has ignited debate over legality, precedent, and civil-military boundaries in the United States.…
Barbados PM Mia Mottley's outstanding UNGA 2025 speech shatters illusions of global order, condemning the 'crisis of truth' and warning against the…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a combative address to the UN General Assembly, defending Israel's war conduct while facing mass delegate…
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Every year on October 1st, Nigerians worldwide commemorate the country’s independence from…
In a spectacular finale performance that left audiences captivated, British rap improviser…
The Breromi Hair Clique Lawsuit centers on a legal conflict between Black inventor Breana Askew and competitor Kirsten Owens regarding the rights to a magnetic hair accessory. The case raises IP concerns.…
AfroPicnic DMV brought together the region’s vibrant multicultural diaspora for a one-of-a-kind experience celebrating culture, music, and community. There are events, and then there are events – especially those ones that promise “good vibes” but rarely deliver. TANTV’s first-ever AfroPicnic delivered on…
When Jubilee Media uploaded its now viral Surrounded Mehdi Hasan Jubilee Debate debate episode, “1 Progressive vs 20 Far‑Right Conservatives,” on 20 July 2025,…
There’s something sacred about a slow summer Sunday—the kind where you sip something cold on the patio, sunlight hits just right, and…
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On October 1, 2025, Mayor Bowser and regional leaders launched Talent Capital AI, a groundbreaking platform connecting displaced federal workers with over 100,000 jobs, free training, and career coaching across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.…
By Lwazi Lungile Mhlambi The promise of entrepreneurship is a universal dream: to build something from nothing, to serve a community and to create generational wealth. Yet, for Black entrepreneurs on both sides of the Atlantic, this dream is often tempered by a harsh reality: the “black economy” remains largely segregated, not…
Democrats & Republicans play the blame game following the government shutdown. The Maryland, DC, and Virginia (DMV) region faces unprecedented economic vulnerability from the…
Prince George’s Police Department has announced the arrest of 35-year-old Hugo Rene Hernandez Mendez of Bowie, charged with first- and second-degree murder…
The Breromi Hair Clique Lawsuit centers on a legal conflict between Black inventor Breana Askew and competitor Kirsten Owens regarding the rights…
Lola Vision Systems, a DMV-based artificial intelligence and semiconductor startup has taken home the $125,000 grand prize at Investfest’s annual startup pitch competition, edging…
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When Jubilee Media uploaded its now viral Surrounded Mehdi Hasan Jubilee Debate debate episode, “1 Progressive…
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Detroit, MI – June 6, 2025 — TANTV will join fellow leaders at the Black Owned Media Equity & Sustainability Institute (BOMESI)…
Washington, D.C. — Nov. 18, 2024 — Black-owned media-tech company TANTV was awarded a $50,000 pre-seed…
Washington, D.C. – 111/5/2024 – TANTV announces the results of the African Diaspora 2024 Presidential Election…
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Health, Place & Space: Familiar Diasporic Narratives in…
By Geneva Greene and Mariana do Berimbau Memories…
TANTV's new 'Diaspora Voices' series, launched on Africa…
By Dr. Kimberly F. Monroe From their epic…
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By Lwazi Lungile Mhlambi The promise of entrepreneurship is a universal dream: to build something from nothing, to serve a community and to create generational wealth. Yet, for Black entrepreneurs on both sides of the Atlantic, this dream is often tempered by a harsh reality: the “black economy” remains largely segregated, not…
Every year on October 1st, Nigerians worldwide commemorate the country’s…
The three West African nations—Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—all led…
Join us in celebrating a true servant of God, Reverend…
AfroPicnic DMV brought together the region’s vibrant multicultural diaspora for…
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Searches for "what is turf toe" spiked nationwide in September 2025 after NFL star Joe Burrow suffered a Grade 3 toe injury, leading to surgery and months of recovery for the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback.…
“Today’s vote is a tremendous win for the business community and our wider city and region,”…
Washington Commanders return to RFK Stadium promises jobs, housing, and economic growth in DC. A legacy…
On February 8, 2025, the Washington Wizards hosted the Atlanta Hawks at Capital One Arena in…
Super Bowl LIX at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans was more than just a football…
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Montgomery County, Maryland has enacted groundbreaking legislation establishing a graduated fine system for speed camera violations as part of its Vision Zero…
On October 1, 2025, Mayor Bowser and regional leaders launched Talent Capital AI, a groundbreaking platform connecting displaced federal workers with over…
By Lwazi Lungile Mhlambi The promise of entrepreneurship is a universal dream: to build something from nothing, to serve a community and…
Maryland Responds to Federal Government Shutdown. The federal government shutdown that began at 12:01 a.m. on October 1, 2025, has prompted Maryland…
Democrats & Republicans play the blame game following the government shutdown. The Maryland, DC, and Virginia (DMV) region faces unprecedented economic vulnerability from the…
President Trump's proposal to use dangerous American cities as "training grounds" for the military and National Guard has ignited debate over legality,…
Every year on October 1st, Nigerians worldwide commemorate the country’s independence from British colonial rule. The spirit of celebration is especially vibrant…
Barbados PM Mia Mottley's outstanding UNGA 2025 speech shatters illusions of global order, condemning the 'crisis of truth' and warning against the…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a combative address to the UN General Assembly, defending Israel's war conduct while facing mass delegate…
The America First Agenda represents a comprehensive policy framework developed by the America First Policy Institute (AFPI), a conservative think tank founded…
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Prince George’s Police Department has announced the arrest of 35-year-old Hugo Rene Hernandez Mendez of Bowie, charged with…
The Breromi Hair Clique Lawsuit centers on a legal conflict between Black inventor Breana Askew and competitor Kirsten…
I want to pull back the curtain on something truly fascinating — the powerful and often surprising intersection…
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On October 1, 2025, Mayor Bowser and regional leaders launched Talent Capital AI, a groundbreaking platform connecting displaced…
The Breromi Hair Clique Lawsuit centers on a legal conflict between Black inventor Breana Askew and competitor Kirsten…
Blackbird Laboratories has secured a $2 million boost from Maryland’s new Build Our Future Grant Pilot Program—capital that will anchor a 35,000‑square‑foot Baltimore…
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Racism in the food system can be traced back to slavery in the Americas. The exploitation of Black…
On August 26, Fortress Investment Group announced Damola Adamolekun as the new CEO of Red Lobster restaurant chain.…
Tomorrow, September 3, 2024, at 7:00 PM ET, the Food Freedom Fighters coalition will host a virtual event…
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