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
Salmonella outbreak may be linked to recalled cucumbers, CDC says
STOCK PHOTO Cucumbers contaminated with salmonella bacteria may have sickened and hospitalized dozens of people in at least 25 states, U.S. health officials said Wednesday. …
Lab-grown meat isn’t on store shelves, but already banned in some states
PHOTO COURTESY OF UPSIDEFOODS.COM Lab-grown meat is not currently available in any U.S. grocery stores or restaurants. If some lawmakers have their way, it never …
Business
Zimbabwe’s ZiG is the world’s newest currency and its latest attempt to resolve a money crisis
World’s first police backed currency. PHOTO COURTESY OF NEWZIMBABWE.CO Harare, Zimbabwe (AP) — Out with the Zimbabwe dollar, in with the ZiG. Zimbabwe on Tuesday …
Biden just signed a bill that could ban TikTok, his campaign plans to stay on the app anyway
STOCK PHOTO Washington(AP) — When President Joe Biden showed off his putting during a campaign stop at a public golf course in Michigan last month, …
Establishing and enforcing work zone safety laws is essential to keeping roadway workers safe
Roadway workers, including utility contractors, telecommunication providers, and traffic control professionals, put their lives at risk daily to maintain our nation’s critical infrastructure. Working on …
Technology
Amazon says Trump’s ‘improper pressure’ doomed Pentagon bid
Washington – Amazon says President Donald Trump’s “improper pressure” and behind-the-scenes attacks harmed its chances of winning a $10 billion Pentagon contract. The Pentagon awarded …
Google co-founders step down as execs of parent Alphabet
San Francisco (AP) — The cofounders of Google are stepping down as executives of its parent company, Alphabet, ending a remarkable two decades during which …
Education
FMU receives $550,000 for STEM programs, math, writing center
From left, Mayflor Remond, chief of staff, Office of the President; Dr. Samuel A. Darko, interim provost & VP of Academic Affairs; Dr. Jaffus Hardrick, …
Florida’s university system under assault during Gov. Ron DeSantis tenure
Gov. Ron DeSantis PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CHRONICLE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – Academic freedom and independent governance have been under political and …
FAMU alum ABC News President Kim Godwin designated Fall Commencement speaker
Kim Godwin PHOTO COURTESY OF FAMU Staff Report Florida A&M University (FAMU) alum ABC News President Kimberly Godwin has been announced as the keynote speaker …
Sports
College football playoff announces 2024 and 2025 game dates
IRVING, Texas – The College Football Playoff (CFP), today announced the game dates and bowl assignments for the 2024 and 2025 college football seasons. The …
Who’s house? ‘Playoff Jimmy’ delivers game for the ages
MIAMI (AP) – Jimmy Butler had the game of his life, and the Miami Heat had a comeback for the ages. Butler scored 56 points …
Somehow, Dolphins still have real playoffs chance
Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP) – They might not have their starting quarterback. They might not have their backup quarterback. They’ve lost five consecutive games and …
