By Kojo In a debate that left political commentators in the U.S. buzzing, Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a performance that many described as a decisive victory over former President Donald Trump. The moment that most vividly captured Harris’ dominance occurred at the very start when Trump chose not to acknowledge her. As Trump headed […]
Release Date: September 15, 2024 By Janet Grant Amar Wala lovingly takes the audience on a TTC subway and Blue light ride so we can explore Scarborough’s vibrant and complex world in his latest film, Shook. The film is partly about Wala’s experiences after his Parkinson’s disease. This dramedy marks Wala’s first step into fiction. Having previously […]
By Neil Armstrong Toronto will soon be hosting book festivals that will feature several local and international authors of African, Black and Caribbean heritage. The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) at the Harbourfront Centre from September 19 to 29 invites readers to immerse themselves “in the joy of storytelling that spans boundaries, showcases fresh […]
The Paris 2024 silver medallist and reigning world champion in the men’s 800m, Arop set a new Canadian record and achieved the world’s fastest time in the 1000m on Sunday at the Boris Hanžeković Memorial meet in Zagreb, Croatia. Arop completed the 1000m in 2:13.13, surpassing his previous record of 2:14.35. The current world record, […]
In 1960, Bob Turner, a pioneering Black figure in Canadian sports, faced a dramatic shift from celebration to fear. That January, Turner, a former Negro League baseball player, was honored in Cornwall, Ontario, for his contributions to the local sports scene. Having escaped segregation in U.S. baseball, Turner was celebrated for his role in fostering […]
Statement by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on the passing of Sir Shridath “It is with sadness that I learned of the passing of Sir Shridath Ramphal, former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations. “Born in Guyana, Sir Ramphal was a politician and diplomat who dedicated his life to advancing human rights and social justice across […]
Reggae star Buju Banton has made a significant financial donation to the Accompong Town Maroons, contributing US$200,000 (approximately J$31 million) for infrastructure and economic development in the north-western St. Elizabeth community. The donation was announced on Tuesday night during the Washington leg of Buju Banton’s Overcomer tour at the Capital One Arena. Members of the […]
By Neil Armstrong A national arts initiative, the Year of Black Performance, was launched after the matinee performance of Andrea Scott’s play, Get That Hope, at the Stratford Festival on August 17. It coincides with the final year of the International Decade for People of African Descent and invites the public to celebrate, support and recognize […]
By: Kojo Canada has taken a historic step towards addressing systemic racism and advancing the social and economic well-being of Black Canadians with the recent announcement of a $7.25 million investment in the creation of the National Institute for People of African Descent. The funding, to be spread over three years, was announced by Kamal […]
As our world struggles with the urgent need to address climate change, the debate over nuclear power is heating up. Advocates argue that nuclear energy could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions since it doesn’t produce these harmful gases like fossil fuels do. However, nuclear power also comes with significant drawbacks related to safety and environmental […]
