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Why did 60,000 migrants cross into a tiny Spanish enclave in North Africa? | Hanomansing Tonight
At least 57 people have died during a mass attempt by migrants to enter the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco. Spain and Morocco reinforced…
Canada beats South Africa 1-0 in World Cup knockout game to advance to the Round of 16
Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in their World Cup Round of 32 knockout match in Los Angeles. Canada will now move on to the Round…
Jamaica recovering after Hurricane Melissa brings devastation to Caribbean
Hurricane Melissa, now a Category 2 storm, is passing over the Bahamas after cutting a destructive path through Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti. Journalist Zahra Burton…
As Guyana’s oil sector booms, so do its growing pains
Guyana stands out among South American countries thanks to its abundant rainforests that double as carbon sinks, capturing more carbon dioxide than the country emits,…
Winnipeg historian talks about loss of Sutherland Hotel, significance to Black community
What once was a historic building that housed railway workers is now rubble. We take a closer look at the impact it had on Winnipeg’s…
‘Vile, racist’ mass text messages sent to Black people in U.S. after election
Racist texts with references to ‘picking cotton,’ ‘plantations’ and ‘slave catchers’ have been sent to Black people in at least 20 U.S. states shortly after…
Black community advocacy group cuts ties with Vancouver police
A committee created to improve relations between the Vancouver Police Department and Vancouver’s Black community has abruptly cut ties with the force. As Janella Hamilton…
Kwanzaa is an African-inspired holiday | CBC Kids News
Did you know that African-Canadians celebrate Kwanzaa every year, starting on Dec. 26? For seven days, they get together with their families, eat African food,…
Who wins and who loses? Jamaica on China’s Belt and Road Initiative
This year Jamaica became the 10th Caribbean country to formally sign on to China’s Belt and Road Initiative. China’s investments have brought much-needed infrastructure to…
Historic Canadian black community welcomes descendents home
A week-long event is celebrating the history, culture and people of Preston Township, Nova Scotia’s historic black community. Welcome to The National, the flagship nightly…
