Washington DC—Amidst current volatility in the stock market, federal spending costs, and layoffs, the U.S. The Department of Education announced plans to resume collections on defaulted student loans starting May 5, 2025, after the expiration of pandemic-era relief measures.
Malik Majeed did not inherit a leadership role. He earned it. Through relentless work, he moved from his job as a security guard and student to an attorney, then to the top as CEO of one of the largest minority-owned firms in the Philadelphia region, PRWT Services, Inc.
Freedom Day is much more than a public holiday; it is a living record of generations of sacrifice, a gauge of democratic health, and a platform for Pan-African solidarity with Africans on the continent and the diaspora.
From Afrobeats and Amapiano to the flavors of soul food, the African diaspora has left an indelible mark on cultures across the globe. Now, U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and John Cornyn (R-TX) are pushing to formally recognize that legacy. In a rare show of bipartisan unity, the senators have introduced a bill to designate September as African Diaspora Heritage Month.
For many in the African diaspora and beyond, the question is urgent and compelling: Could the Church finally see its first Black pope?
From sustainable fashion brands to zero-waste restaurants, many companies in Philly are implementing strategies such sourcing organic and sustainable materials, adopting eco-friendly packaging solutions and utilizing renewable energy sources to minimize their carbon footprint.
These sites are more than tourist destinations, they are cultural landmarks, symbols of resilience, and vital pieces of our shared heritage. Unfortunately, many of these sites are at risk due to ongoing conflicts, sea-level rise, flooding, erosion, and other human activity.
Dr. Pamela Kennebrew, is redefining what leadership looks like in health, education, and community healing. As Chair of the Human Services Department at Lincoln University and President-Elect of the Delaware Valley Association of Black Psychologists, her work intersects economic justice, adult education, mental health, and Black women’s wellness.
It’s official: the U.S. isn’t just dipping its toes into the crypto pond — it’s diving in headfirst. In a series of bold moves, the current administration has positioned cryptocurrency at the heart of the economy, and the ripple effects are set to shape global finance, investment, and power dynamics between tech and government.
“The thing you fear most has no power. Your fear of it is what has the power. Facing the truth really will set you free,” Oprah Winfrey.
