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Immigration is a situation, not a problem. After all, the very nature of immigration means that people’s lives are in a mixed state of present stress and hope for a better future. Questions of identity weave in and out of the topic. Immigrants have to leave the patriotic pride of their former home and their […]
Immigrant Children: A Special Lens for the Immigration Situation Read More »
Historic Black Colleges and Universities are designated higher education institutions that were established before 1964 to serve and educate minority populations that might not otherwise have the opportunity to increase their knowledge and enlighten themselves. The first institution of higher education that was created exclusively for blacks was Cheyney University of Pennsylvania in 1837. Cheyney
The HBCU Renaissance Read More »
“The face of poverty has changed over the last 200 years, the nature of it has not,” declares Elsie McCabe Thompson, the newly-appointed president of the New York City Mission Society. The 200-year-old, community-based non-profit organization has developed a well-earned reputation for helping countless children, youth, and families transcend the ills of poverty in New
Passion & Commitment for Everday Life: Elise McCabe Thompson’s Mission Read More »
One of the most prolific eras in the storied history of the New York Yankees ended with the retirement of Derek Jeter. While someone else will play shortstop for the Yankees next year, no one will be able to fill Jeters’ shoes. He is the Yankees all-time leader in hits, stolen bases, games played, and
There Will Never Be Another Derek Jeter Read More »
With recent Ebola cases discovered in Texas and New York City, there is a lot of concern by all Americans about the virus. Unfortunately, it is more likely than not that there will be more diagnosed cases in the United States. With that in mind, The Harlem Times would like to inform you about the
Ebola : What You Need To Know Read More »
“GOD IS DEAD—NIETZCHE” was a famous graffiti exchange, under which was written “GOD IS NOT DEAD; HE IS JUST AN UNDER-ACHIEVER.” The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference is another prominent under-achiever. The four-day social networking gathering of America’s richest, best-connected black business executives and politicians held in Washington each September helps (or at
Less Posturing, More Action Read More »
In the history of human civilization new scientific knowledge has run parallel to advancements in military research and technology. While immeasurable losses and human suffering can directly be connected to the use of military technology, history tells us a paradox — the research behind tools of warfare has also improved our scientific knowledge, quality of
Military Technology and the Science that Shapes our World Read More »
Accra Beach, Christ Church Spring flirtatiously dances away as Fall, beautifully displayed in burnt orange, maroon and golden attire, now waltzes into the ballroom of mother earth. Lovely to behold, we know her visit is for a short spell. Soon, many of us will be preparing to bunker down for the arrival of the wise
Barbados, Destination Go – Christ Church Read More »
Given the inherent magnitude of protecting the leader of the free world, it’s fair to assume that the ”layers of checks and balances” are impenetrable, ensuring the utmost efficacy of the Secret Service in protecting the White House, and the president in particular. If the grounds of that assumption were shaken by the recent evasion
An Incredible Breach of Faith Read More »
Anthony Whitaker first saw what remained of the fallen Twin Towers of the World Trade Center at night. It looked like a monolithic piece of art to him. Breathtaking at 207-feet high, the shell of the building’s facade was taller than the statue of liberty (which is 151-feet tall). Whitaker worked for Con Edison at
Steel Standing: An Artist Talk Read More »