Miami Book Fair to highlight Tubman’s role in Civil War
DR. EDDA L. FIELDS-BLACK: Daughter of Dr. Dorothy Fields, prominent activist and founder of The Black Archives in Miami, in discussion and book signing with …
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California voters reject proposed ban on forced prison labor in any form
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Trump’s return to White House sets stage for far-reaching immigration crackdown
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Haiti replaces its prime minister, marking more turmoil in its democratic transition process
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Trump denies slavery messages to Blacks
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‘Emilia Pérez’: Mind-boggling, Zoe Saldana – and a musical
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RANKY-TANKY
RANKY-TANKY: The Grammy Award-winning, Charleston, SC-based quintet, performs timeless music born from the Gullah culture of the southeastern Sea Islands, Nov. 16, 8-10 p.m., at …
Health and Wellness
Traumatized by war, Lebanon’s children struggle physically and emotionally
Eds: CORRECTS: Hussein Hammoudeh ‘s name to Hussein Hammoud BEIRUT (AP) — Curled up in his father ’s lap, clinging to his chest, Hussein Mikdad …
UN report warns of famine, aggravated by conflicts and climate shocks
Rome(AP) — Severe food crises threaten hundreds of thousands of people in vulnerable areas, including the Palestinian territories, Sudan, South Sudan, Haiti, and Mali, said …
Business
SBA backed financing rose 7% to $56B in fiscal 2024
The Small Business Administration said it backed $56 billion in financing to small businesses and disaster-affected areas during the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, up …
Veterans challenged in new business startups, amid resources
New York (AP) — Many veterans who’ve started small businesses tell a similar story: Their military service prepared them mentally for the task, but they …
An Idaho health department isn’t allowed to give COVID-19 vaccines in six counties
A regional public health department in Idaho is no longer providing COVID-19 vaccines to residents in six counties after a narrow decision by its board. …
Technology
New e-book explores ‘The impact of AI in business’
PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIPEDIA Miami, Fla. – Dr. Allison Hudson and Dr. Veronica Ramsundar, pioneers in AI literacy and highly regarded professors at Miami Dade …
The Titan’s lead engineer felt pressure to expedite submersible readiness
Cyclops 1 submersible on display at Seattle’s Museum of History & Industry. PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIPEDIA The lead engineer for an experimental submersible that imploded …
Education
FMU names air pros to revamp aviation program
EXPERTS: Oneida James Rollins, above, was named chair of the aviation and safety program and Capt. Yograj S. Raghunauth is the new associate chair and …
Back-to-school health tips for a successful school year
TOWARD A HAPPY SCHOOL YEAR: From conscientious eating, to counseling your children about e-cigarettes. PHOTO COURTESY OF INSIDE CREATIVE HOUSE / ISTOCK VIA GETTY IMAGES …
Bethune first HBCU to host women historians
DR. CRYSTAL A. DEGREGORY: Director of the Bethune Institute and coordinator of the Southern Association for Women Historians Triennial Conference, which will coincide with founder …
Sports
Classic fun
MIAMI – North Carolina Central University defeated Alabama State 31-24 amid South Florida’s ubiquitous rain showers and more HBCU weekend scenes that included, below from …
Women’s bball future bright, but world is closing talent gap
L.A. HOMECOURT 2028: But no longer an Olympic slam dunk as rest of world is catching up to USA. PHOTO COURTESY OF FACEBOOK.COM/USABASKETBALL Paris (AP) …
FIU swimmer fulfilling Olympic dream
OUMY DIOP: Grenoble, France’s hometown girl’s childhood goal is in sight as the Florida International University sophomore competes at 2024 Summer Olympics. “It’s a big …
