by Toter - 2 months ago
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — On March 27, Trump issued an Executive Order titled “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History,” profoundly affecting the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). In a recent assembly, seven Congressional Black Caucus members pledged to safeguar...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Joe Biden, attempting to reclaim his relevance with a significant address since leaving office, inadvertently showcased the reasons Democrats sidelined him, as he faltered through a story about his early encounters with racism. Reflecting on his Scranton upbringing, he recalled, “I remember pulling...
by Toter - 2 months ago
The Cincinnati Music Festival (CMF), sponsored by P&G, has revealed that LL Cool J and Toni Braxton will step in for Janet Jackson on Saturday night due to personal circumstances. Scheduled at Paycor Stadium from July 24-26, the festival features a hip-hop tribute on July 24 with Scarface and Goodie...
by Toter - 2 months ago
President Trump recently issued executive orders aimed at revitalizing the coal industry, inaccurately attributing its decline to environmental regulations. Experts highlight that the rise of cheaper, cleaner alternatives like natural gas primarily drove this downturn. Despite Trump's claims of coal...
by Toter - 2 months ago
In early 2024, Pinky Cole Hayes confronted a formidable obstacle as her successful plant-based burger venture, Slutty Vegan, underwent a significant restructuring. Despite a robust revenue stream, the skyrocketing annual costs of $10 million necessitated tough decisions, including the overhaul of he...
by Toter - 2 months ago
(Photo: Getty Images) In his inaugural post-presidency address, former President Joe Biden vehemently criticized Trump's approach to Social Security during the ACRD conference in Chicago on April 15. He expressed unprecedented public anxiety over potential disruptions to benefits, emphasizing that h...
by Toter - 2 months ago
“I aspire to enhance our healthcare systems so no life is lost in the journey of bringing life into our world,” asserts Ellen Rucker Sellers, CEO of Rucker Roots and maternal health advocate. Her near-fatal childbirth experience underscores the critical disparities faced by Black women. Following a...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Gayle King has responded to criticism regarding her recent spaceflight with Blue Origin, where she joined five other women on a historic mission. Addressing detractors, she emphasized the significance of space technology in everyday life and questioned their understanding of the mission's value. Kin...
by Toter - 2 months ago
A promising shift in the fight against syphilis has emerged, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Researchers at Truveta, analyzing health data from over 56 million individuals, report the first notable decline in syphilis cases following a 2022 peak—esp...
by Toter - 2 months ago
UTICA, N.Y. (AP) — On Wednesday, ten prison guards from New York were charged in the brutal fatal beating of 22-year-old Messiah Nantwi, with two facing murder charges. This incident marks a troubling pattern, as it's the second indictment this year involving correctional officers and the death of a...
by Toter - 2 months ago
The athletics community eagerly anticipates the season debut of Julien Alfred, Olympic 100m gold and 200m silver medallist, this weekend. The 23-year-old from Ciceron will compete in the 200m at Friday's Tom Jones Memorial Invitational in Gainesville, Florida, following her recent national record in...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Michael Dietz harbored resentment since an August 2023 car accident involving a suburban Cleveland woman. Last Thursday, he sought revenge, resulting in his arrest and a chauffeured trip to jail. Westlake police responded after the victim discovered her home vandalized, with derogatory slurs spray...
by Toter - 2 months ago
The Dirty Dozen Hunting and Fishing Club, Indianapolis' sole Black-led conservation organization, faces distress after its bus was vandalized and shot on April 13. The incident underscores the urgent need for youth engagement in underserved neighborhoods. President Joe King remarked on the broader i...
by Toter - 2 months ago
(By Kathia Woods | Special to The OBSERVER) Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” is his first independent feature since *Fruitvale Station*. The Oscar-nominated director breaks free from the MCU, delivering a uniquely Black narrative entwined with horror elements. The story follows twin brothers Smoke and Stack...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Jamie Foxx, 57, recently appeared at Atlanta's Alliance Theater, resuming his comedy career post-stroke. During his "What Had Happened Was..." special, he humorously declared, “No more white girls!” However, rumors of his reconciliation with ex Alyce Huckstepp emerged after they were seen together a...