October 11, 2023
The legendary MC Lyte was born on this day in 1970
Born Lana Michele Moorer, MC Lyte’s impact on hip-hop and culture is immeasurable. As one of the pioneering female MCs, she shattered…
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October 11, 2023
A Beacon of Black Wall Street Passes: Remembering Hughes Van Ellis
It is a somber page in history as Hughes Van Ellis, the youngest known survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre, bid farewell…
October 11, 2023
To What Extent Will the U.S. Support Israel in Rooting Out Hamas?
President Joe Biden delivered remarks yesterday in the wake of the terrorist attacks committed by Hamas in Israel. “We stand with Israel,”…
October 10, 2023
Netanyahu Swears Revenge on Hamas
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made a strong vow of mighty vengeance against Hamas in response to a surprise attack by…
October 10, 2023
On this day in 1917 pianist and composer Thelonious Monk was born
Born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Thelonious Monk would go on to become a pivotal figure in the world of jazz, known…
October 9, 2023
Netanyahu vs. Hamas: A Collision Reshaping the Middle East
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that the nation’s response to the recent Hamas attacks will be a game changer. As the…
October 9, 2023
On this day in 2009, former President Barack Obama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize
On October 9, 2009, former President Barack Obama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. The Norwegian Nobel Committee’s decision to honor Obama…
October 9, 2023
Middle East Tensions: Israel-Hamas Warfare Deepens
In a turn of events that’s gripped the world, today saw the Israel-Hamas conflict intensify. Over 1,200 lives have been claimed, with…
October 6, 2023
‘Bidenomics’ Sparks Impressive Job Growth, President Applauds Success
President Joe Biden is celebrating a significant victory as the latest jobs report reveals an outstanding surge in employment during September. According…
October 6, 2023
White House Talks Plan to Combat Gun Violence Epidemic
(AURN News) — In response to what it calls a gun violence epidemic sweeping the nation, the White House has unveiled a…
October 6, 2023
On this day in 1993, Mae C. Jemison was inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame
Mae C. Jemison is best known for becoming the first Black woman to be admitted to NASA’s astronaut training program and to…
October 6, 2023
Historic Reversal on Border Wall: Biden Taps Trump-Era Funds
President Joe Biden confirmed his administration’s decision to proceed with about 20 miles of new U.S.-Mexico border wall construction. The president clarified…