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Italy to invite African, South American leaders to G7 summit
¥Italy is planning to invite leaders from several African countries as well as Argentina, Brazil and India to so-called outreach meetings at the Group of Seven (G7) summit that it will host in mid-June, a source close to the matter said. The G7 comprises the United States, Britain, Canada, France,
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Role of African-Americans in Scots diaspora is key theme of Tartan Day
For the first time the role of African-Americans in the Scots diaspora was a key theme. It has been a long time coming and was widely welcomed by Scottish diaspora organisations and members. As thousands of pipers, dancers and other participants marched down New York’s Sixth Avenue on the Tartan Day parade behind guest of honour Dougray Scott, the honour-guard Saltire flag was carried by Lolita Jackson, an African-American Scot. Throughout a week of activities to promote Scottish connections to...
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Caucus of African American Leaders call for Malkus Bridge name change
CAMBRIDGE, Md. – The name of bridge that many Marylanders and visitors travel on a regular basis is under the microscope. Calling for Change The Frederick C. Malkus Bridge is a vital link between Dorchester and Talbot Counties. It’s named for the Democratic state legislator, who served a total of 48 years in the Maryland General Assembly; he was