Why Is the Bab el-Mandeb Strait So Important?
On 11 September 2026, Houthi militants seized control over the Strait of Bab el-Mandeb, connecting the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean. The Houthis are known to be aggressive towards...
Author: Malcolm Aaron
Why Do Algeria and the UAE Have a Difficult Relationship? A History of Their Growing Rivalry
Unfortunately Algeria, a country found in North Africa, in September 2026, decided to end its diplomatic relationship with the United Arab Emirates, which is located in West Asia. Even though...
Foundational Black American vs. African American: What Is the Difference?
The terms “Foundational Black American” (FBA) and “African American” are sometimes used as if they mean the same thing. Their definitions overlap considerably but are not wholly interchangeable. The simplest...
Who Are Foundational Black Americans? The History Behind the FBA Identity
The term Foundational Black Americans (FBA) has become increasingly visible in conversations about Black identity, American history, reparations, immigration and the legacy of slavery in the United States. But what...
