France is returning the sacred Djidji Ayôkwé drum to Côte d’Ivoire, nearly 110 years after its colonial seizure. Once silenced, it may now become a living symbol of peace, unity, and cultural healing for communities still recovering from conflict.

Los Angeles’ ICE Raids and the Death of the American Dream is peeling back the patriotic myth of opportunity and freedom, revealing the fear gripping immigrant communities in the United States. Through first-hand accounts, political commentary, and stark data, this feature investigates how ICE raids, mass deportations, and federal overreach are eroding not just human rights — but the very idea of the American Dream.

This article explores how Western media selectively frames global conflicts, amplifying some tragedies while downplaying others based on race, politics, and perceived cultural proximity. By comparing coverage of Ukraine, Palestine, Yemen, and Sudan, it challenges readers to question whose suffering is considered newsworthy — and why.