by Toter - 2 months ago
California Legislative Democrats, supported by the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), are preparing to introduce five additional Democratic seats to the U.S. House of Representatives. This initiative is aimed at countering partisan gerrymandering efforts observed in Texas. Recently, the sta...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Family and friends congregated at the Self Designs Art Gallery in Sacramento on August 10 to commemorate what would have been Stephon Clark's 30th birthday. More than seven years have passed since his tragic death, when Sacramento police mistakenly identified his cellphone as a firearm, igniting pro...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Tre Little’s exuberance was palpable as he showcased his two-step in cowboy boots during the BET Awards preshow this summer.“I once watched this every year on TV, and now I'm performing onstage,” reflected the 22-year-old from Atlanta. “I was overwhelmed with tears of joy.”Performing alongside Sout...
by Toter - 2 months ago
A significant crisis is unfolding on HBCU campuses. Currently, Black men comprise merely 26% of HBCU students, marking the lowest percentage in nearly half a century. The South, home to 89% of HBCUs, records a dismal 33% Black male college enrollment rate. Notably, Howard University reports that on...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Heat pumps, known for their efficient air conditioning and heating capabilities, have emerged as vital components in contemporary home building. Yet, manufacturers that typically rely on outdated heating technologies have been sluggish to embrace these cost-effective alternatives, which offer signi...
by Toter - 2 months ago
President Donald Trump's immigration policies disregard loyalty, a reality that Roland Mehrez Beainy is confronting firsthand. The Lebanese immigrant, who created a mini restaurant empire celebrating Trump, now faces deportation under the very system he once hailed.Beainy’s Trump Burger chain, adorn...
by Toter - 2 months ago
The Birmingham Youth and Young Adult Fellowship Choir (BYYAFC) is gearing up for their upcoming journey to Los Angeles on September 1 to participate in the fan-favored quarterfinals of "America’s Got Talent" (AGT). In preparation, the BYYAFC held a celebratory event titled “Raise the Praise: A Golde...
by Toter - 2 months ago
By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times This weekend, the Alabama Greek Picnic (ALGP) brought together members of the Pan-Hellenic Council and others in Birmingham for a vibrant array of activities, including a significant community service project, a lively day party, family-friendly events, a stroll...
by Toter - 2 months ago
In a thrilling opener of the West Indies Rising Stars Men’s Under-17 50-Over Championship, the Windward Islands narrowly lost to Jamaica by four runs. The match took place at Queen’s Park Oval in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago. Led by captain Theo Edward, who scored 36 runs, Windward Islands f...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Hailey Bieber is captivating audiences online as she becomes the face of Yves Saint Laurent's recent campaign. The renowned French fashion label released its Fall/Winter visuals on Instagram on August 25, showcasing the 28-year-old model in a daring pose on a sleek black leather couch. While her chi...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Two viral videos showcase a white resident confronting a Black Amazon delivery driver, questioning his presence in the neighborhood. The clips, shared in July by @kavonbooker, have garnered close to 10 million views on TikTok. During the encounter, the driver, clad in an Amazon shirt, insists he is...
by Toter - 2 months ago
President Donald Trump once again finds himself at the center of attention, but this time, not for political endeavors. Social media users are questioning whether he truly read JD Vance’s acclaimed memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy,” following a revealing interview on Fox News.During Trump’s appearance on “J...
by Toter - 2 months ago
A woman was removed from a Frontier Airlines flight following a viral video capturing her altercation with a man who claimed she had taken his seat, prompting intense online discussions regarding accountability and parental duties.The TikTok video, shared by @bookthevacation, features a confrontatio...
by Toter - 2 months ago
In 2011, Saint Lucia faced a troubling rise in violent crime, prompting Prime Minister Stephenson King and Acting Police Commissioner Vernon Francois to initiate Operation Restore Confidence (ORC). King issued a resolute warning to criminals, asserting, “There will be no hiding place for anyone.” Th...
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A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday as four-year-old Ryhim Serville from Marina Road, Gros Islet, lost his life in an apparent drowning, according to police authorities. The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force revealed that the young boy had been playing along the shoreline of Gros Islet beach when the...