by Toter - 2 weeks ago
On Pentecost Sunday, June 8, the Community Concert Choir of Baltimore will make an illustrious debut at Carnegie Hall in New York City, showcasing over 100 voices and embodying the essence of Black church worship. Under the leadership of founder Dr. Marco Merrick, this renowned choir transforms conc...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
In the United States, a significant portion of the populace is affected by political choices yet lacks voting rights. In 2023, out of 334.9 million residents, around 72.8 million were children aged 0-17, including approximately 7.5 million in Texas alone. Despite being ineligible to vote, these youn...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
In November 2024, a mother in Jacksonville, Florida, witnessed her 16-year-old son unraveling after enduring racial bullying at school. This followed the presidential election when he received distressing racist messages, which deeply affected his mental well-being. Consequently, he withdrew sociall...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
The allure of jazz lies in its blend of technical prowess and emotional depth. Master musicians like the legendary John Coltrane captivate audiences not just through skillful performances, but by evoking strong feelings that resonate in the hearts of listeners. Similarly, Celebration Arts' latest pr...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
Porsha Williams, known from “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” has successfully navigated a tumultuous divorce, one of reality television's most dramatic. Her estranged spouse, Simon Guobadia, was deported to Nigeria following months in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, underlining the com...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
STONECREST, GA— Dr. Jamal Bryant is passionately enhancing initiatives to foster Black entrepreneurship and promote economic equity by hosting a two-day pop-up marketplace for Juneteenth, showcasing over 100 Black-owned businesses. This vibrant celebration is scheduled for Saturday, June 21, from 10...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
Jason Brown, once renowned as the highest-paid center in the NFL, now diligently safeguards crops from pests and adverse weather on his sprawling 1,000-acre farm in North Carolina. In 2012, the St. Louis Rams released Brown after three seasons into his lucrative five-year, $37.5 million contract. C...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
Juneteenth occupies a unique and significant role within both San Francisco's cultural landscape and labor history. On Thursday, June 19, ILWU Local 10 will highlight this occasion at their Labor Temple, situated at 400 North Point St., starting at 10 a.m. As the newly installed president of ILWU Lo...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
An Arizona mother has been sentenced to a decade in state prison after driving her pickup truck through a busy park and running over a 12-year-old girl’s leg during an explosive reaction to a confrontation about alleged bullying. Brandie Gotch, 31, hailing from Peoria, entered a guilty plea to thr...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
Social media channels are teeming with discussions around Karoline Leavitt’s remarkable transformation since taking office at the White House. At just 27, she made history as the youngest press secretary in January, building on her prior role managing press communications for Donald Trump's 2024 cam...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to arrive in Saint Lucia from June 28 to July 4, as revealed by Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre during a pre-Cabinet press briefing on Monday. The trip will encompass a blend of official duties and leisure pursuits. Prime Minister Pierre noted, “Two days,...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
Aasia Laurencin showcased an exceptional performance at the Johnny Loaring Classic held in Windsor, Canada, on Sunday. She not only set a new Saint Lucia record in the women’s 100m hurdles but also met the World Championship qualifying standard while clinching victory. The event, organized by the Un...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
Dalton Knecht, a promising shooting guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, suggests that LeBron James may continue his illustrious career until he reaches 50. Previously considered in a trade involving Mark Williams, which ultimately did not materialize with the Charlotte Hornets, the 24-year-old player...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
The Wheeler-Dowe Boys & Girls Club of Indianapolis recently celebrated a significant enhancement to its recreational facilities, a transformation made possible by NBA Cares in collaboration with Emirates, the NBA's Official Airline Partner. This renovation of a multipurpose room is part of Emira...
by Toter - 2 weeks ago
The immense decentralized mobilization for No Kings Day has illustrated the potential of grassroots activism as a formidable challenge to the Trump administration's momentum. The demonstrations were remarkable, gathering 5 million individuals across 2,100 events nationwide. Activists are stepping in...