Shanique Myrie: Barbados' Treatment of CARICOM National a National Disgrace
In an era of social media and instant news, the case involving CARICOM national Shanique Myrie represents a major blow to...
The Burton Wire’s Christopher A. Daniel Featured on HuffPost Live
The Burton Wire's Deputy Editor Christopher A. Daniel recently had the opportunity to chat with talk show host/activist Tavis Smiley on HUFFPost...
Judy Smith Talks Crisis & 'Scandal'
by Christopher A. Daniel
Judy Smith has great stage presence. She’s always anticipating the next chapter of her life.
The inspiration and co-executive producer...
Battling Over Black Hair
OPINION
by
Cindy Barnes-Thomas
Kids these days with their cornrows, tattoos, sagging pants and piercings—how will they ever get a job if they don’t...
Akosua Report: Hiram R. Revels
written by Akosua Lowery
In 1870, Hiram R. Revels (R-Miss.), became the first black member of the United States Senate as he...
Ailing Mandela 'Opens Eyes' and Smiles When Told of Obama Visit
NBC News is reporting that ailing former South African President opened his eyes and smiled when he learned of U.S. President...
Chinua Achebe: African Literary Giant Dies at 82
Jonathan Kandell of the New York Times is reporting that literary great Chinua Achebe has died after a brief illness. Kandell...
Nigeria: President's Pardon of Gov. Convicted of Stealing Millions Draws Ire
The Associated Press is reporting that Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan's pardon of a politician convicted of stealing millions has outraged the...
Obama: Closer-in-Chief at DNC
OPINION
by
Jasper Alexander
During the Democratic National Convention, Democrats spent the majority of the week making their case to the American electorate, more...
Chicago Officials: Corrupt from the Ground Up?
DOJ Probe must begin with Rahm Emanuel and City Hall.
From Ronald Johnson to Laquan McDonald, to the fact that Mayor Rahm...
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