From a statistical standpoint, the New York Knicks have delivered one of the most dominant postseason stretches in NBA history. After sweeping the Philadelphia 76ers and defeating the Atlanta Hawks in convincing fashion, the Knicks continued their remarkable run by eliminating the Cleveland Cavaliers. Across those three playoff series, New York established a postseason record…
Four months after the capture of Nicolas Maduro, President Donald Trump made another move in Latin America. On May 20, the United States unsealed an indictment of former Cuban president Raúl Castro and five co-defendants in a Brothers to the Rescue operation gone awry in 1996. Castro faces seven charges, including four counts of murder,…
On Thursday, April 23, Warner Bros Discovery announced their approval of their merger with Paramount. The deal is worth $81 billion with Warner agreeing to sell Paramount at $31 a share. The total cost of the deal is nearly $111 billion, including debt. The merger is due to be the second largest sum in U.S….
For over five decades, Ron Thomas has shaped journalism, education, and mentorship with an unwavering commitment to excellence. On April 11, the Black Sportswriters Hall of Fame inducted Thomas at North Carolina A&T State University. This milestone celebrates his achievements and highlights the doors he has opened for future generations. A career built on impact…
Elijah Pinckney has always let his actions speak for themselves. Last weekend, Morehouse made sure the program spoke for him. After reaching the milestone of 200 career hits, Pinckney had his No. 6 jersey retired by the baseball program: only the third jersey retired throughout Morehouse athletics and just the second number in Morehouse baseball…
For decades, HBCU athletes have produced elite results across multiple sports, often matching or surpassing their PWI counterparts, yet the level of national recognition rarely reflects that reality. The issue isn’t talent, it’s visibility. From Olympic legends to present-day competitors, HBCUs have consistently developed world-class athletes. Names like Edwin Moses, Walter Payton and Ben Wallace…
The Morehouse College community celebrated Reverend Dean Lawrence Edward Carter Sr., PhD, as he nears the end of his tenure. On April 9, 2026, the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel honored Dean Carter during the annual Benjamin Elijah Mays Crown Forum. The Honorable Reverend Raphael G. Warnock ’91, PhD, Senior Pastor of Ebenezer Baptist…
Twenty-five years. Names that held and still hold weight. One standard of excellence. And it all started with a vision. That vision belongs to Joseph “Joe” Carlos III, a former Maroon Tiger sports editor and a 2004 Morehouse graduate who saw more than student success. He saw the importance of documenting legacy. He went on to create…
The intersection of professional sports, personal faith and public accountability has once again become a flashpoint for debate. Following a series of social media broadcasts that many have labeled homophobic and exclusionary, the Chicago Bulls officially waived guard Jaden Ivey on March 30. The move comes as the league grapples with where the line is…
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) punch far above their weight. HBCUs enroll just 9 to 10 percent of Black undergraduates. They produce roughly 20 to 25 percent of all Black STEM graduates. Despite that impact, they receive less than 1 percent of the nation’s $60 billion in federal research funding. Lawmakers now aim to…
