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U.S. Removes Cuba from List of Counterterrorism Non-Cooperators
This week’s decision marked a notable shift in the often-turbulent relationship between the two nations. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that the United States has officially removed Cuba from its list of countries deemed less than fully cooperative
Read MoreHUD Announces $40 Million Boost for Housing Counseling Nationwide
The funds, administered through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office of Housing Counseling, will facilitate counseling services catering to the needs of homebuyers, homeowners, and renters across America. Ten California and seven Washington, D.C., agencies are
Read MoreInvestigation Reveals More than 1,000 Unnecessary Deaths from Police Use of Non-Lethal Tactics
The investigation underscored the potential lethality of these tactics when misused, echoing the outcry sparked by the death of George Floyd in 2020. More than 1,000 people have died in the past decade after encounters with law enforcement, despite
Read MoreFrom Coast to Coast: Report Spotlights Growing Support for Second Look Policies Across America
Titled, “The Second Look Movement: A Review of the Nation’s Sentence Review Laws,” the report provides a detailed analysis of second look legislation and court decisions in 12 states, the District of Columbia, and the federal government. A comprehensive
Read MoreBiden-Harris Administration Propels Historically Black Colleges and Universities with Record $16 Billion Investment
First reported by HBCU Buzz, the unprecedented financial commitment represents a substantial increase from the previously reported over $7 billion, encompassing significant additional actions already undertaken. The total exceeds $16 billion, inclusive of over $11.4 billion allocated between FY2021 and
Read MoreLandmark Study of Cancer in Black Women Launches in 20 States, Aiming to Be the Largest Ever
Black women die from cancer at higher rates than any other racial or ethnic group. The American Cancer Society is beginning a 30-year study to investigate why. The risk of dying from cancer has steadily declined in the U.S.
Read MoreHow Black Teachers Lost When Civil Rights Won in Brown v. Board
Brown v. Board of Education, the Supreme Court decision that desegregated public schools, stands in the collective national memory as a turning point in America’s fight for racial justice. But as the U.S. observes its 70th anniversary, Brown also represents
Read MoreImproving Child Welfare to Help Kids Heal and Thrive in Early Education Years
We must ensure they have the nurturing relationships, stable homes, and access to mental health services they need to thrive socially, emotionally, mentally, physically, and academically as they grow and develop. As I recently walked the grounds of the
Read MoreA Win for Black Entrepreneurship: Is the New FTC Ban Good for Black Businesses?
FTC estimates that the impact of banning non-competes could increase worker pay by $300 billion and it can lead to 8,500 more new businesses each year. For Black entrepreneurs, the elimination of non-competes can now open the door to new
Read MoreHousing, Mental Health Advocates Push for November Ballot Measure Would Repeal, Replace Measure H
“Today, we stand at a critical crossroads in our county’s history,” Yvonne Wheeler, president of the L.A. County Federation of Labor, said in a statement. “We have one of two options. Either we go about business as usual, or we
Read MoreSDSU Student Pushes for Human Dignity, Amidst Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Among their Jewish and Palestinian students, many campuses have been grappling with the intersection of free speech, censorship, and academic freedom in a way that does not marginalize any belief. Students in support of Palestine have made their reasoning to
Read MoreFirst AME Pastor Defends Bankruptcy Filing for FAME Corp Says it was “the last thing” he wanted to do.
“The last thing I wanted these entities to do was file for Bankruptcy protection, but the three involved FAME corporations had assets that were encumbered or otherwise transferred to other parties under questionable circumstances, creating an untenable financial situation for
Read MoreNew Research Uncovers Genetic Variant’s Alarming Impact on Heart Health and Longevity in Black Americans
On average, carriers die two to two and a half years earlier than expected. With nearly half a million Black American carriers over the age of 50, the implications are profound. A groundbreaking study led by researchers at Brigham
Read MorePersistent Threat: Two Years After Buffalo Massacre, Hate Crimes Targeting Black Community Show No Signs of Abating
In addition to Ruth Whitfield, 86, the other victims were Roberta Drury, 32; retired Buffalo police officer Aaron Salter Jr., 55; Heyward Patterson, 67; Pearl Young, 77; Geraldine Talley, 62; Celestine Chaney, 65; Black Press journalist Katherine “Kat” Massey, 72;
Read MoreBird Flu Detected in Colorado Dairy Cattle − a Vet Explains the Risks of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Virus
Colorado has highly pathogenic avian influenza – also known as HPAI or bird flu – on a dairy farm, the ninth state with confirmed cases. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratories confirmed the virus on April 25, 2024, in
Read MoreWhy Some People Receiving Federal Benefits Don’t Consider Themselves Poor − Even Though Poverty Rates Have Increased Since the COVID-19 Pandemic
For the past 25 years, my research as a cultural anthropologist has taken me into the homes and neighborhoods of people living in poverty in cities and rural communities throughout the U.S. To better understand their day-to-day lives, I also have spent
Read MorePalestinian Writers Have Long Explored the Horrors of Amputation
Words fail as 2,000-pound bombs shred lives and limbs. The sheer number of children killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza is devastating – at least 13,000 children in the first six months of the war. But somehow I am even more dumbfounded
Read MoreNASA Postdoctoral Program Seeks Early Career and Senior Scientists For Prestigious Fellowships At Its Locations Across the U.S.
Program offers unique and inspiring environment for fellows to conduct research with leading NASA scientists; apply by July 1 for next application cycle deadline. NASA invites both early-career and senior scientists to explore fellowship opportunities in its postdoctoral program
Read MoreBishop Malone Becomes First Black Female President of COB
Before nearly 800 delegates and hundreds of observers, Bishop Tracy S. Malone, resident bishop of the East Ohio Conference, recently took the mantle as the new president of the Council of Bishops (COB) of The United Methodist Church. In so doing, she
Read MoreAlanna McCargo Named President and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco
FHLBank San Francisco (Bank) announced that its board of directors has named Alanna McCargo as the Bank’s next president and chief executive officer. McCargo was most recently the President of the Government National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae), a federal government
Read MoreThe One Club Opens 2024 Colorful Grant Program For BIPOC Creatives
The One Club for Creativity announced the 2024 launch of COLORFUL, a grant program connected to the upcoming Young Guns 22 competition to help young BIPOC creatives around the world advance their careers. There is no fee to apply for the grant, which is
Read MoreAs UNC students across the state celebrate commencement, a proposal from the Board of Governors Committee on University Governance jeopardizes equity on campus and beyond. RALEIGH (May 9, 2024) – All students—Black, Brown, and white students, disabled students, LGBTQ+ students, students
Read MoreWhat Do Kindergarten Teachers Mean By “Ready for School?”
If you always do things for your child, and always tell them what to do, they will not be able to make their own decisions and learn how to be independent. One good rule of thumb for parents of toddlers:
Read MoreExperts Weigh-in on Mounting Concerns of Impending U.S. Civil War
Dr. Ashley Robertson Preston, an assistant professor of history at Howard University and author of the acclaimed book “Mary McLeod Bethune the Pan-Africanist,” has detected a palpable shift in national sentiment. In the wake of a recent survey revealing
Read MoreLa Niña Is Coming, Raising the Chances of a Dangerous Atlantic Hurricane Season – an Atmospheric Scientist Explains This Climate Phenomenon
One of the big contributors to the record-breaking global temperatures over the past year – El Niño – is nearly gone, and its opposite, La Niña, is on the way. Whether that’s a relief or not depends in part on where you live.
Read MoreCelebrate National Small Business Month
Small business is BIG business! National Small Business Month is a time to recognize the amazing contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. Every day, these pioneers are working to grow small businesses, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation, and
Read MoreDespite Some Improvements Since 2019, Racial Disparities and Inequities Persist in Atlanta
Atlanta’s Black residents – including its young people – still face persistent barriers in their communities, schools and access to economic opportunities. That is according to the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s new report, Changing the Odds: Comprehensive Solutions for Atlanta’s Future.
Read MoreCivil Rights Attorney Ben Crump Leads Class Action Against Geico, Alleging Discriminatory Practices
The lawsuit, alleging contractual breaches regarding policy renewal commissions and accusations of unjust enrichment, represents a coalition of minority business owners formerly associated with the company. On Tuesday, May 7, plaintiffs in a sizable class action lawsuit against insurance
Read MoreNational Museum of African American History and Culture To Display Space Devoted to Black Design
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture will open a new space in its Rhimes Family Foundation Visual Arts Gallery. “Reclaiming My Time,” the first exhibition in the space devoted to contemporary Black designers, will open Friday,
Read MoreDiversity Dilemma: Kim Godwin’s Exit from ABC Sparks Debate on Black Leadership in Television News
Godwin’s departure, a surprising turn of events, comes on the heels of Disney’s recent appointment of a veteran executive to oversee ABC News, a move that effectively diminished her authority within the organization. Despite having recently extended her contract, Godwin’s
Read MoreU.S. Department of Education Acts to Ease FAFSA Woes Amidst Rising Concerns
“We are determined to close the FAFSA completion gap,” declared U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten. With escalating concerns surrounding the tumultuous rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the U.S. Department of Education has announced
Read MoreHomeschooled Kids Face Unique College Challenges − Here Are 3 Ways They Can Be Overcome
Homeschooling is the fastest-growing education setting in the United States. More than 3 million students were educated at home in the 2021-22 school year, up from 2.5 million in the spring of 2019. Current estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate that there are 3.62
Read MoreVP Harris Announces $5.5 Billion Funding for Affordable Housing and Homelessness Solutions
The staggering increase has left many families struggling to afford rent or homeownership, and, according to recent data, around a quarter of renters, equivalent to roughly 12 million households, are spending more than half of their income on housing costs,
Read MoreWalking in African Cities Can Be a Miserable Experience: Accra Study Shows Planners Ignore Needs of Pedestrians
African cities aren’t welcoming places for pedestrians. Yet walking is free and, given the shortage of decent public transport, it’s often the only way for people to move around. More than 70% of Africa’s urban population of about 609 million walk daily
Read MoreMedgar Evers, Rep. Clyburn, Among Nineteen Honored with Presidential Medal of Freedom
President Joe Biden will award 19 individuals the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor. Civil rights icon Medgar Wiley Evers and South Carolina Democratic Rep. James Clyburn lead the list of recipients whose legacy of bravery and
Read MoreEveryday Life and Its Variability Influenced Human Evolution at Least as Much as Rare Activities Like Big-Game Hunting
Think about taking a walk: where you need to go, how fast you need to move to get there, and whether you need to bring something along to carry the results of your errand. Are you going on this walk
Read MoreHouston Area’s Flood Problems Offer Lessons for Cities Trying to Adapt to a Changing Climate
Scenes from the Houston area looked like the aftermath of a hurricane in early May after a series of powerful storms flooded highways and neighborhoods and sent rivers over their banks north of the city. More than 400 people had to be rescued from homes, rooftops
Read MoreWhat Students Protesting Israel’s Gaza Siege Want — and How Their Demands on Divestment Fit Into the BDS Movement
A wave of protests expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people is spreading across college and university campuses. There were more than 400 such demonstrations by the end of April 2024 just in the U.S., with many more in Canada and other countries. The specific
Read MoreVice President Kamala Harris Announces Nationwide Economic Opportunity Tour
Officials said the tour builds on Harris’ extensive travel to communities nationwide. Since the beginning of 2024, she has made more than 35 trips to 16 states, engaging with small business owners and entrepreneurs in underserved communities to discuss challenges
Read MoreIN MEMORIAM: Tribute to the Ministry, Life, and Legacy of Reverend Dr. Cecil “Chip” Murray
How do you salute a man who walked amongst the angels? You start by making sure that history accurately reflects his name. This is my modest contribution to the telling of his vital history and legacy. How do you
Read MoreWake Up, Black Voters. Don’t Let Trump’s Lies Fool You
There is data that shows that the Democratic candidate for president over the last five presidential elections since 2000 has averaged 90% of the Black vote with an average of only 8% for the GOP candidate. In addition, the overwhelming
Read MoreA Decade After Water Crisis, Art Brings Hope and Healing to Flint
A decade after the water crisis began, health implications from ingesting the unsafe water as well as financial burdens continue to plague residents. Keyon Lovett, 34, a multi-disciplinary visual street artist, creatively known as The Art School Dropout, who moved
Read MorePoor People’s Campaign and National Partners Announce, “Mass Poor People’s and Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March on Washington, D.C. and to the Polls” Ahead of 2024 Elections
Scheduled for June 29th, the “Mass Poor People’s and Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March on Washington, D.C.: A Call to the Polls and to Vote,” aims to commence four months of outreach efforts targeting 15 million poor and low-wage
Read MoreBiden Administration Delays Decision on Menthol Cigarette Ban
Gwen Carr, mother of Eric Garner, who tragically died nearly a decade ago due to a police altercation over the sale of loose cigarettes, expressed relief at the Department of Health and Human Services’ decision to delay the menthol ban. Carr has consistently voiced concerns
Read MoreBiden-Harris Administration Unveils Ambitious Plans to Strengthen Teaching Profession Ahead of Teacher Appreciation Week
The initiatives include calling on states to increase teacher pay, fix public service loan forgiveness (PSLF), support special education teachers, establish a technical assistance center, provide data on PSLF, and increase special education funding. Ahead of Teacher Appreciation Week,
Read MoreBiden Urges Order as Arrests and Chaos Rise at Pro-Palestinian College Protests Nationwide
The long-running conflict between Israelis and Palestinians, which has recently intensified due to violence in the occupied territories, has fueled the demonstrations. President Joe Biden, in his first remarks since April 22, addressed the escalating pro-Palestinian demonstrations on American
Read MoreDemocrat’s Victory in New York Shrinks House Republican Majority as Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Move to Oust Speaker Johnson
Kennedy’s win could prove pivotal in balancing power and intensifying party-line struggles within the chamber. Democratic State Senator Tim Kennedy clinched victory in the special election for New York’s 26th Congressional District, effectively reducing the House Republican majority to
Read More“Tavis Smiley” Announces 11 New Markets, Expands Into Key Swing States of Michigan and Wisconsin
SmileyAudioMedia, Inc. is thrilled to announce that with the addition of 11 new affiliate agreements, “Tavis Smiley” is the fastest growing syndicated Black radio talk show in America. The flagship show, “Tavis Smiley,” which features newsmakers, influencers, authors, artists, activists, and
Read MoreThe Power of Touch is Vital for Both Reading and Writing
“Pat the Bunny,” the 1940 classic touch-and-feel book, is still in print – a testament to the value of touch in introducing infants and toddlers to the world of reading. Later, when children reach school age, a common technique for
Read MorePower Outages Linked to Heat and Storms Are Rising, and Low-Income Communities are Most at Risk, as a New NYC Study Shows
Many Americans think of power outages as infrequent inconveniences, but that’s quickly changing. Nationwide, major power outages have increased tenfold since 1980, largely because of an aging electrical grid and damage sustained from severe storms as the planet warms. At the
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