by Toter - 5 days ago
(CNN) – On Thursday, President Donald Trump hosted a lunch with Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch III at the White House. According to a White House official, "The meeting was both productive and cordial."This encounter, initially reported by The New York Times, follows Trump's orders t...
by Toter - 5 days ago
Recent revelations from ProPublica and The Texas Tribune disclose that three of Texas’s most financially rewarded charter school superintendents govern among the state's least effective districts. Notably, one faces potential closure by the end of the academic year. Records indicate that Valere Publ...
by Toter - 5 days ago
On September 6, significant community engagement occurred at the Eat’n Park in Penn Hills, where Achieving Greatness collaborated with various local organizations, including “100 Black Men” and the Penn Hills police, to distribute over 200 backpacks filled with essential school supplies to eager rec...
by Toter - 5 days ago
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, commonly referred to as HCM, poses a significant risk for sudden cardiac death among young athletes, often presenting without prior warning. This condition involves the abnormal thickening and rigidity of heart walls, hindering the organ's capacity to pump blood effectiv...
by Toter - 5 days ago
Mike Tomlin, the head coach of the Steelers, relishes a thrilling 34-32 victory against the New York Jets in the opening week of the 2025 season on September 7. This exhilarating triumph not only sets a dynamic tone for the season but also highlights the resilience and skill of the team. As they pre...
by Toter - 5 days ago
The Pittsburgh Steelers commenced their 2025 regular season with a thrilling victory over the New York Jets, edging them out 34-32 in a tightly contested match on September 6. While this is merely one game in a lengthy season, Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers delivered a commendable performance, p...
by Toter - 5 days ago
Following a summer featuring masked federal agents apprehending immigrants in Los Angeles, the California Legislature approved two significant measures on Thursday aimed at requiring law enforcement officers to disclose their identities. Senate Bills 627 and 805 emerged as some of the most contentio...
by Toter - 5 days ago
Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, known for his engagement with students at Utah Valley University, was tragically murdered during a debate there. At 31, Kirk emerged as a significant voice in young conservative politics, particularly known for his debates with students eager to challenge his v...
by Toter - 5 days ago
One enduring memory from my childhood revolves around the 1995 AFC Championship Game at Three Rivers Stadium. I, a ten-year-old, accompanied my father and his friends, Zandy and Mammal. Although I now stand at 5-foot-10, back then I struggled to see the field, often peering over the crowd and focusi...
by Toter - 6 days ago
The NCAA has imposed a ban on three men's college basketball players for their involvement in sports betting, specifically for wagering on their own games at Fresno State and San Jose State, reaping substantial payouts.The findings from the NCAA Committee on Infractions revealed that Mykell Robinso...
by Toter - 6 days ago
Constance Carter, the visionary behind California’s largest independent Black-owned real estate agency and an acclaimed author, emphasized essential strategies for safeguarding Black wealth: life insurance, wills, and living trusts. During her segment on Black Press USA’s Let It Be Known, Carter a...
by Toter - 6 days ago
On October 3, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson enacted the Hart-Celler Immigration Reform Act, dismantling a 40-year race-based National Origins policy that favored White northern European immigrants. This historic legislation enabled immigrants from various countries to seek entry without prejud...
by Toter - 6 days ago
At that time, Kyle Field didn’t rival its current grandeur. I sat way up in the second-to-last row—accompanied by the pigeons, as I often joke. From such a lofty spot, I witnessed the synchronized movement of the 12th Man, the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band’s meticulous formations, and the palpable enth...
by Toter - 6 days ago
K12 — An exquisite aspect of parenthood is the tranquil delight experienced while reading bedtime stories to your child. Your nurturing tone can gently guide them into a restful state as you share enchanting tales and rhythmic nursery rhymes. I still cherish the evenings when my mother would read my...
by Toter - 6 days ago
The recent capsizing of a ship allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela has troubling political and military implications. President Trump has taken the controversial measure of authorizing the U.S. military to implement shoot-to-kill orders against individuals suspected of drug trafficking.In urban...