Kenya has a new president after a more transparent — but still contentious — election
Kenya has inaugurated William Ruto as president. The Christian leader has humble roots as a chicken seller.
Humanitarian needs ‘growing exponentially’ across Sudan, mission chief warns Security Council
Civilians are in increasing danger, while humanitarian needs across Sudan “are growing exponentially”, the head of the UN mission in Sudan told ambassadors in the Security Council on Tuesday.
William Ruto, sworn in as Kenya’s president, touts his chicken seller roots
Ruto also seemed to have mended fences with his former boss, outgoing president Uhuru Kenyatta, asking him to keep leading talks on regional crises. His ascent concluded a markedly peaceful election. (Image credit: Brian Inganga/AP)
DetailsElection officials prepare to combat misinformation as the 2022 midterms approach
This story, plus some Muslim groups are criticizing CNN for hiring NYPD deputy commissioner John Miller, Condé Nast workers win recognition of their union and more, all in today’s media headlines. Top Stories Sep 11, 2022Fighting bogus claims a growing priority in election officesAli Swenson, Julie Carr Smyth / The Associated Press Sep 9, 2022Muslim […]…
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Not everyone mourns the queen. For many, she can’t be separated from colonial rule
Some people note the enslavement, violence and theft that defined British rule, and they find it difficult to distinguish the individual of Queen Elizabeth II from the institution of monarchy. (Image credit: PA Images via Getty Images)
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With Queen Gone, Former Colonies Find a Moment to Rethink Lasting Ties
https://static01.nyt.com/images/2022/09/10/world/10queen-commonwealth1/10queen-commonwealth1-moth.jpgIn Commonwealth nations with British colonial histories, Queen Elizabeth’s death is rekindling discussions about a more independent future.
For many people, Queen Elizabeth was the face of a historically oppressive empire
NPR’s Michel Martin asks three academics from Commonwealth countries to reflect on the British Empire’s complicated legacy on race.
Stephanie Hancock — Coloradan, Black Woman Running for State Office
Historically, Black women hold few elected or appointed offices in the US. That is according to the Center for American Women and Politics at Rudgers University. This trend may be changing as some notable elections and nominations have seen Black women and other women of color take positions of leadership in America. This includes the…
DetailsKing Charles III, a life-long apprentice steps into the spotlight
The new monarch may no longer be as outspoken on the subjects he has previously championed
‘We’ll miss her’: Thousands gather to mourn UK’s Queen Elizabeth
People lay flowers in tribute to late queen at Buckingham Palace and other royal sites across United Kingdom.