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For the first time the African nation of Ghana has requested reparations from the Trans Atlantic Slave Trade that occured on its shores.  Ghanaian Pres. John Mahama  is leading the charge to also have the United Nations designate the slave trade as a crime against humanity for objectifying the West Africans who were sokd as property.  He says he has the support of the African Union and CARICOM.   This action reflects a change as  historically African Americans have raised the issue of slavery centering on the U.S. Ghana's engagement expands the movement globally. The U.S. has not backed the initiative.

 Ghana to Make Official Case For Reparations Ghana is leading a 2026 UN resolution campaign to recognize the transatlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity, demanding reparations from former colonial powers. Backed by the African Union and Caribbean nations, the plan includes financial compensation, return of stolen cultural property, and environmental restoration, focusing on addressing the lasting economic gaps caused by slavery.  Key Aspects of Ghana's Reparations Strategy: UN Resolution (March 25, 2026): President John Mahama is set to table a resolution at the UN General Assembly classifying slavery as the "gravest crime in the history of humankind". Three Main Pillars: The proposal focuses on direct financial compensation, the return of artifacts, and restoration of affected communities. International Support & Opposition: While the African Union and CARICOM support the initiative, Ghana's foreign minister noted that the U.S. and European Union have i...

Fragrance lovers, creators, and innovators around the world unite to celebrate  National Fragrance Day , honoring the artistry, science, and emotional power of scent. Observed annually on March 21, this day invites people to explore how fragrances shape our memories, moods, and personal expression. This year’s theme,  “Scents of Connection” , highlights the way perfumes and aromas bridge cultures, evoke nostalgia, and inspire creativity. From timeless classics to bold new blends, the fragrance industry continues to push boundaries, blending tradition with innovation. The Fragrance Foundation officially established March 21st as Fragrance Day™ in 2018. The observation unites the fragrance community, retailers, and brands. Desire Olfactive is pleased to be a part of the celebration and invites you to purchase our first fragrance, "Attention." It is a dates based gourmand  accented by vanilla, amber and orange flower.  It is both an attention giver and getter.  The...

  Defendants allegedly conspired to illegally supply military-grade weaponry to Mexican Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Peter Dimitrov Mirchev appeared in federal court today following his extradition from Spain to face charges of conspiracy to distribute cocaine and conspiracy to possess firearms, including machineguns and destructive devices, in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. Kenyan national Elisha Odhiambo Asumo was extradited from Morrocco to the United States on March 11 and appeared in U.S. federal court in the Eastern District of Virginia on March 12. As alleged in the indictment, since at least September 2022, Mirchev, Asumo, Tanzanian national Subiro Osmund Mwapinga, and Ugandan national Michael Katungi Mpweire conspired to illegally supply military-grade weaponry to Mexican drug cartels, and in particular, the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), one of Mexico’s most violent and prolific transnational criminal organizations. The weapon...

  WASHINGTON – Ahead of a Senate vote, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) are sounding the alarm on the so-called ‘SAVE America Act’ and its far-reaching and harmful consequences for eligible voters. If signed into law, the  SAVE America Act  could strip millions of Americans of their ability to vote by imposing unnecessary and burdensome verification requirements. Under the  SAVE America Act , voters would be required to provide proof of citizenship – such as a passport or birth certificate – to register to vote and photo identification to cast a ballot – even when voting by mail. “We support reasonable steps that help maintain trust in our elections, including the voter identification requirements we already have in Virginia,”  said the senators . “But the  SAVE America Act  goes far beyond that – it is a pretext for voter suppression. Republicans continue to raise baseless fears about election fraud and noncitizen voting,...

In an 80-minute speech President Donald Trump touted his accomplishments including dismantling DEI in the federal government. Executive Orders Ending Federal DEI Programs (Day 1 and Early Weeks) • Trump signed multiple executive orders on his first days in office aimed at  terminating “radical and wasteful” DEI programs  throughout the federal government and federal contracting, arguing it promotes  merit-based opportunity  instead of diversity metrics.  • These orders directed federal agencies to  end DEI offices, training, and preferences  in hiring, promotions, and performance reviews.  2. Rescinding Key Policies that Supported Diversity and Affirmative Action • The administration  revoked Executive Order 11246 , a decades-old order requiring affirmative action and equal employment obligations for federal contractors.  • Agencies were instructed to  eliminate references to DEI in federal contracts, hiring practices, grants, and s...