You may also like

Sammy says nickname controversy is opportunity to educate on racism
NEW DELHI, (Reuters) – Former West Indies captain Daren Sammy says he has accepted a former team mate’s explanation of a potentially racist nickname he was given at the Sunrisers Hyderabad and hopes the issue can be used to educate players about
Read more
Source: Stabroek News - Guyana's Most Trusted Newspaper
Sponsored by New York University
Indian TV Journalist Arrested for Alleged Role in Abetting Suicide | The Florida Star | The Georgia Star
New Delhi - Arnab Goswami, a news anchor and the editor of Republic Media Network, was arrested at his residence on Nov. 4 by Mumbai police for his alleged role in abetting an architect's suicide in 2018. His arrest in the case, which had been closed in 2019, was immediately condemned by Indian
Read more
Source: The Florida Star
Sponsored by Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Boston Professional Chapter
NFL Announces Major Steps to Incentive Teams to Hire Minorities for Top Posts
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent
Read more
Source: Observer News Group – Group Newspapers of Southern California
Sponsored by Diversity In Action
Governments backtracking as confirmed virus cases surge
NEW DELHI, India (AP) — Governments are stepping up testing and reimposing restrictions as newly confirmed coronavirus infections surge in many
Read more
Source: Jamaica Observer: Jamaican News Online – the Best of Jamaican Newspapers - JamaicaObserver.com
India Amends Law to Regulate Streaming and News Platforms – The Wilmington Journal
New Delhi - The Indian government has amended its rules to bring streaming platforms and digital news outlets under the purview of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, which already regulates television programs and movie, [...]
Read more
Source: The Wilmington Journal
Mauritius records 2 new Covid-19 cases after month-long lull
Two residents of Mauritius who were recently repatriated from India have tested positive for Covid-19, the country's first cases in nearly a month, the government announced late on
Read more
Source: https://www.news24.com
Sponsored by National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) Boston Metropolitan Chapter
Best-of-three WTC final not realistic, says ICC - Stabroek News
NEW DELHI, (Reuters) - Deciding the World Test Championship (WTC) in a best-of-three final is not a realistic idea in a crowded calendar, the governing International Cricket Council (ICC) said
Read more
Source: Stabroek News - Guyana's Most Trusted Newspaper
NFL Announces Major Steps to Incentive Teams to Hire Minorities for Top Posts – Voice and Viewpoint
National Football League teams must now interview at least two minority candidates for head coaching positions under new resolutions that the league hopes will improve diversity among its 32
Read more
Source: Voice and Viewpoint – Voice and Viewpoint Newspaper
Teen mom scores six ones
Otisa Wilmoth, head girl of the St James-based Green Pond High School last academic year, has emerged as the top performer at the institution in the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations. Wilmoth, who loves competition, has...
Read more
Source: Jamaica Gleaner
NFL Announces Major Steps to Incentivize Teams to Hire Minorities for Top Posts | Afro
National Football League teams must now interview at least two minority candidates for head coaching positions under new resolutions that the league hopes will improve diversity among its 32
Read more
Source: Afro | The Black Media Authority
Sponsored by Pride Academy
Recruiting for Good to Launch and Fund LA Gigs for Kids in the Fall 2020
Awesome staffing agency, Recruiting for Good creates fun fulfilling LA Gigs for Kids to learn life and work
Read more
Source: African Americans News Monitoring Service & Press Release Distribution - EIN News
Nigerians Fight Government's Twitter Ban With Legal Action
[Thomson Reuters Foundation] Since the government suspended Twitter, Nigerians have been downloading virtual private networks (VPN) to access the site, with #NigeriaTwitterBan and #KeepitOn trending on the platform
Read more
Source: allAfrica.com
Defenders of Roosevelt Statue Converge on Natural History Museum
For more than a dozen years, Marion Reid, 77, had walked past the statue of Theodore Roosevelt on his way to work in information technology at the American Museum of Natural History, an employer that he said often failed to treat African-Americans with
Read more
Source: Unpublished Black History
West Africa: SERAP Drags Buhari to Ecowas Court Over Twitter Ban
[This Day] Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and 176 concerned Nigerians have filed a lawsuit against President Muhammadu Buhari over the suspension of Twitter in Nigeria, and criminalisation of Nigerians still using Twitter.
Read more
Source: allAfrica.com
West Africa: #TwitterBan - SERAP, Others Sue Nigerian Govt At Ecowas Court
[Premium Times] "The suspension of Twitter is aimed at intimidating and stopping Nigerians from using Twitter and other social media platforms to assess government policies," the plaintiffs said.
Read more
Source: allAfrica.com
Locals Of India’s Smallest Union Territory Take Protest Against Draft Laws Underwater – The Wilmington Journal
NEW DELHI — Alikkoya, a 45-year-old fisherman staying on the Lakshadweep island, was heartbroken to see his shed, the only source of livelihood he had, being razed by the authorities in the name of “development”. India’s [...]
Read more
Source: The Wilmington Journal
Blue Checks For All : Twitter Is Now Slowly Rolling Out Its Revamped Verification System
Twitter announced on Thursday (May.20) it has begun to roll out its new verification process slowly plus shared what criteria have to be met to obtain the highly-coveted blue checkmark details on how it will approve applications from now on.
Read more
Source: The Urban Daily
U.S. Embassy in South Korea Unfurls Giant Black Lives Matter Banner | HuffPost
The U.S. Embassy in Seoul, South Korea, unfurled a banner reading “Black Lives Matter” across its building and posted on social media Saturday that it stood “in solidarity with fellow Americans grieving and peacefully protesting to demand positive
Read more
Source: HuffPost - Breaking News, U.S. and World News | HuffPost-0
Kenya Competes Fairly on Solutions to Fight Covid-19
[CIO] At the just-concluded virtual ATU Africa Innovation Challenge 2020, Kenya has ranked top three, coming after Egypt's Mai Nagy, that emerged the overall winner.
Read more
Source: allAfrica.com
ADVERTORIAL | Education sector must digitally transform to address challenges
The COVID-19 pandemic revised the reopening date of the September school term to early October, as the country continues to battle to contain the spread of the coronavirus, which is in the community transmission phase. The pandemic has forced many...
Read more
Source: Jamaica Gleaner
Medical College of Wisconsin names vice president and chief people officer
Adrienne Mitchell, MBA, has been named vice president and chief people officer at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), effective Jan. 1, 2021. In this role, Mitchell will oversee and direct strategy and operations of the Human Resources (HR) Department and the Office of Faculty Affairs (OFA) to
Read more
Source: Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper – Journalistic Excellence, Service, Integrity and Objectivity Always
Arthur E. Johnson
Arthur E. Johnson was Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategic Development for Lockheed Martin Corporation. Johnson contributed over 20 years of senior leadership experience in the information technology and defense industry. Prior to Lockheed Martin, Johnson served as President and Chief
Read more
Source: Savoy Network
Sponsored by National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) Boston Professional Chapter
Kendrick Lamar On Why His Albums Take So Long
Watch BET UK on Sky 173, Virgin 184 Freesat 140
Read more
Source: Celebrities, Music, News, Entertainment, TV Shows & Videos | BET
Sponsored by New York University
James I. Cash
James I. Cash, Jr. is Founder of The Cash Catalyst, LLC, a firm that provides management development and consulting. Cash regularly convenes meetings of the Chief Information Officers, and for five years led a leadership development program for future Chief Information Officers. Cash was the
Read more
Source: Savoy Network
Nigeria: Mixed Reactions As Govt Orders TV, Radio Stations to De-Install Twitter
[Daily Trust] Mixed reactions yesterday trailed a statement by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) directing all television and radio stations in the country to de-install Twitter and desist from using it as a source of news.
Read more
Source: allAfrica.com
A Look Back, and Follow-Up, On Coronavirus Good-Deed Tales | Afro
By now the Portland, Oregon resident has rustled up more than $50,000 in donations and sent out over 100 rolls, most of them to health care and other essential
Read more
Source: Afro | The Black Media Authority
Sponsored by National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) Boston Metropolitan Chapter
Asian Economies Tighten Regulatory Norms to Monitor Fintech Firms – The Wilmington Journal
New Delhi - India and China - two of Asia's biggest economies - are tightening their regulatory norms to closely monitor the expansion of fintech firms in their countries. A $37 billion Ant Group initial [...]
Read more
Source: The Wilmington Journal
Many In India Angry With Government For Constructing New Power Corridors | The Florida Star | The Georgia Star
NEW DELHI — The Indian government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi is constructing a new parliament complex at the heart of the country’s capital in New Delhi. The move will wipe off the building’s colonial legacy. While the government claims the building will represent a “New India”, numerous
Read more
Source: The Florida Star
On The 4th of July The Beauty Foodie Games Launch for Moms to Play and Win Goodies
The purpose of The Beauty Foodie Games is to inspire fulfilling fun for moms who participate in creative competitions; win Beauty, Foodie and Shopping
Read more
Source: African Americans News Monitoring Service & Press Release Distribution - EIN News
Sponsored by Pride Academy
Reopening schools and virtual learning: Experts offer valuable insight - L.A. Focus Newspaper
As schools reopen across the United States and children attending school test positive for the coronavirus, getting students back to school safely continues to be at the forefront of many
Read more
Source: La Focus Newspaper
More from The Florida Star
Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Calls For Fast Action In Ahmaud Arbery Case
THE LIFEBOAT DILEMMA
Restaurants in America Hard Hit by COVID-19 Face Uphill Battle to Return to Normal
Rep. Jim Clyburn Will Lead House Oversight Committee on Coronavirus
Nick Cannon Opened A Vegan Soul Food Restaurant
Author’s New Book, “Fatherless Fathering,” Helps Men and Women Who Grew Up in Broken Families
New Jacksonville Transportation Authority Now Open for Business
What’s on Miles’ Mind?: “GOODBYE”
When will fans be able to cheer from the stands?
Top 10 R&B, Hip Hop and Reggae Songs About the Coronavirus Pandemic
Social Security's Online Services Are Ready For Business
Hundreds Demand Justice for Ahmaud Arbery at Georgia Rally
Newly Unemployed? Understanding Your Health Insurance Options
Jaguars 2020 Schedule: Week-by-week breakdown
Stevie Wonder at 70: Blind but Blessed Beyond Measure
The Fight for the 2020 Vote and the March to the Ballot Box
FAMU Law Grad Succeeds Despite All Odds
Former President Obama Slams Trump's COVID-19 Response As An "Absolute Chaotic Disaster"
Serve a Sweet Treat
Georgia Attorney General Names New Prosecutor In Ahmaud Arbery Case
Former White House Butler Who Served 11 Presidents Dies Of Coronavirus
"THEY'RE SCREWING THE NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERS"
Former Detroit Mayor Kilpatrick set to be released from prison due to pandemic, lawmaker says
The Killing of Ahmaud
Magic Johnson Offers $100 Million to Minority Businesses
NFL Announces Major Steps to Incentivize Teams to Hire Minorities for Top Posts
Why I'm Supporting Joe Biden: His Plan for Black America
Has the Fear of Failure Crippled You?
Hardin: Finally Taking My Health Seriously
The Gantt Report: Protest Pimps
FAMU Law Student Receives Writing Award
400 YEARS OF WHITE FEET ON BLACK NECKS IN AMERICA
Attorney General Keith Ellison Takes Over George Floyd Murder Case
FAMU President Robinson Issues Statement On National Unrest
Food Drive Give Away set for Thursday, June 18, 2020
Police Murder of George Floyd Sparks Uprisings Across America
Obama's Popularity Continues to Rise Amid Trump's Rhetoric
Fires blaze and looters rampage during second night of Minneapolis anti-police protests following black man's death
A Wrongfully Convicted Man Freed After 36 years is now an 'AGT' Favorite
Raymere Thomas – A Shining Example of a Rattler for Justice
Missing Pro Wrestler Shad Gaspard Found Dead on California Beach
NFL Comments on George Floyd and Gets Roasted on Kaepernick
George Floyd's 6-Year Old Daughter, Gianna, Speaks Out: "Dad Changed the World!"
Relief: Tools and Resources to Navigate Today's Financial Crisis
Running with Ahmaud: Chasing Truth What it Means to be Black in America
City Of Jacksonville Announces Details & Application Process For Small Business Relief Grant Program
NAACP Letter to Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Jacksonville Teen Becomes Class Valedictorian Despite Experiencing Homelessness
Hardin: I'm Still Tired
The Black Church Faces an Atypical Crisis

Sports Facts

Lifestyle Facts

Sports Facts

Arts Facts