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Iran launched missile strikes on U.S. forces in Qatar after President Trump ordered airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, escalating tensions in the region. Israel also intensified its bombing campaign, and Trump called for more domestic oil drilling. World leaders urge diplomacy — but is retaliation becoming the norm? Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a le...

The Trump administration’s immigration enforcement program is under scrutiny as new data from the Cato Institute reveals that most ICE detainees since October 2024 had no criminal convictions. The report highlights a growing number of nonviolent, noncriminal individuals swept up in deportation efforts. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & c...

President Donald Trump’s comments about regime change in Iran have reignited concerns over unchecked military action and political maneuvering. After U.S. strikes on nuclear sites, Trump took to social media calling Iran’s regime ineffective. Critics say the lack of consultation with Congress signals a dangerous shift in foreign policy. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest...

Following President Trump’s announcement of U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez accused him of violating Congressional War Powers and called for impeachment. Though Democrats are unlikely to succeed, the effort underscores deep concern over unchecked presidential military action. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black...

A federal judge has ordered the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student detained since March for his role in pro-Palestinian protests. The Trump administration cited national security and immigration concerns, but the court found his speech was being unfairly used against him. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & c...

With gas prices climbing and tensions with Iran rising, President Donald Trump faces pressure on multiple fronts. As AAA reports a nationwide surge in fuel costs, American families are feeling the squeeze — and potential conflict in the Middle East could send prices even higher. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company:...

A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of the Trump administration, allowing continued federal control over National Guard troops in Los Angeles. The decision — opposed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom — marks the first instance since 1965 that a president has taken control of a state’s Guard without the governor’s consent. The case could reshape the federal-state power balance. Subscribe to ou...

Lionel Richie, born June 20, 1949, in Tuskegee, Alabama, turns 76 today. With more than 100 million records sold, Richie remains a defining voice in music, from his time with the Commodores to his solo career and role as a judge on “American Idol.” Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Ho...

Despite rising inflation and economic uncertainty, the Federal Reserve is planning two rate cuts before the end of the year. Consumer prices are easing slightly, but President Donald Trump’s new China tariffs could push them back up. Here’s what it all means for your wallet. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: htt...

Retail and food service sales declined sharply in May, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, raising concerns about the strength of consumer demand under President Donald Trump’s second term. Even essential sectors like groceries and restaurants saw drops, while online shopping was one of the few areas of growth. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black...

Iran’s Supreme Leader and foreign ministry have issued stark warnings against U.S. military involvement in the ongoing conflict with Israel. With more than 1,100 Israeli strikes and Iran’s launch of a hypersonic missile, tensions have reached a boiling point. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/ne...

Charles Burrell, the first African American to join a major U.S. symphony orchestra and a celebrated jazz musician, has died at 104. Known as the “Jackie Robinson of classical music,” Burrell left a legacy of excellence, resilience, and cultural bridge-building. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com...

NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested inside a federal building Tuesday after linking arms with a man being detained by ICE agents. The moment, captured on video, has drawn national attention — especially from immigrant and progressive communities — and ignited debate about immigration enforcement and civil resistance. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from...

For the first time in its history, the NAACP is refusing to invite the sitting U.S. president to its national convention. President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance are barred, with the NAACP citing threats to democracy, use of military force on civilians, and attacks on civil rights. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlle...

President Trump has launched Trump Mobile, featuring a $499 gold-colored smartphone and a $47.45 plan — a not-so-subtle political reference. Experts question the feasibility of U.S. manufacturing and the ethics of a sitting president entering a regulated industry. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.c...

On this day in 1957, Black residents of Tuskegee launched a powerful boycott to protest a racist redistricting law that disenfranchised them. Their sustained resistance led to a landmark 1960 Supreme Court decision striking down the law. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Sim...

President Donald Trump removed NRC Commissioner Christopher Hanson on Monday, breaking decades of precedent by ousting a nuclear regulator without cause. Hanson, a Democrat, was appointed chair under President Biden and was serving a term through 2029. His removal comes shortly after Trump’s executive orders to expand domestic nuclear energy and limit regulatory independence. Experts warn the move...

The Trump family has unveiled Trump Mobile, a new wireless carrier tied to patriotic themes and military service. But with Donald Trump in the White House, concerns over ethics and conflict of interest are mounting. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...

On June 16, 1822, Denmark Vesey’s planned slave uprising in Charleston, South Carolina, was exposed before it could begin. Vesey, a formerly enslaved man who had purchased his freedom, organized a massive rebellion with fellow church leaders from Emanuel AME Church. Their plan to burn the city and kill white enslavers was uncovered, leading to the arrest and execution of Vesey and 34 others. Subsc...

A two-day manhunt has ended with the arrest of Vance Luther Boelter, accused of killing former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, and critically wounding state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. Authorities say Boelter posed as a police officer and left behind evidence suggesting politically motivated violence. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news fr...

Tensions between Iran and Israel reached new heights as Tehran launched more than 150 ballistic missiles and over 100 drones at Israeli targets. The attack, dubbed operation “Severe Punishment,” was in retaliation for Israel’s earlier strike on Iranian nuclear sites. Leaders on both sides vow to press forward. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-o...

President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” is meeting stiff resistance from the public, according to a new Quinnipiac poll. The legislation includes deep Medicaid cuts and new tax breaks, but 53% of voters oppose the plan. With approval ratings falling and skepticism growing — even among Republicans — lawmakers now face pressure to listen to public sentiment. Subscribe to our newsletter to sta...

On June 14, President Donald Trump will headline a $45 million military parade to mark his birthday, Flag Day, and the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary. But across the country, activists are mobilizing for “No Kings Day” — a coordinated effort with over 1,800 rallies rejecting authoritarianism and reclaiming American democratic values. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news...

On this day in 1967, President Lyndon B. Johnson appointed Thurgood Marshall to the U.S. Supreme Court, marking a historic moment in American history. A brilliant legal mind and longtime NAACP attorney, Marshall successfully argued key civil rights cases before the Court, including Brown v. Board of Education . He later served 24 years as a justice, championing civil rights, abortion access, and t...

A dramatic shift in America’s housing landscape is underway. Renters now outnumber homeowners in more than 200 suburbs across major metro areas, including Dallas, New York, and Chicago. Driven by high prices and remote work, the trend is challenging traditional views of suburban life. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media co...