by Toter - 3 weeks ago
On June 6, the Governing Board of the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) rejected two proposed regulations aimed at banning gas heaters and furnaces in Southern California, a decision with significant implications statewide. The board voted 7-5 during a session held in Diamond Bar,...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
LOS ANGELES — Once fierce competitors in the 2001 NBA Finals, Shaquille O’Neal and Allen Iverson are now collaborating to rejuvenate the Reebok brand they once elevated to iconic status. This week, the Netflix docuseries “Power Moves” premiered, showcasing the Hall of Famers trading their jerseys fo...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
When Venita Graves founded her nonprofit Beauty Beyond Breast Cancer in 2010, it stemmed not from a pursuit of recognition but a deep calling. As a hairstylist and a cancer survivor, she identified a significant gap for women, particularly Black women, undergoing treatment. “When a woman loses her h...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
The 25th Annual BET Awards transcended mere celebration; it became a defining moment. From the glamorous red carpet to the electrifying stage performances, Black excellence radiated throughout the evening. R&B music resonated profoundly, reaffirming its status as the quintessential heartbeat of...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A three-judge federal appellate panel ruled on Thursday in favor of NASCAR in an antitrust case brought by two teams, including one owned by Michael Jordan. The ruling annulled an injunction that required 23XI and Front Row Racing to be acknowledged as chartered teams while th...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Few cinematic franchises have embedded themselves into public consciousness like the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Among its over 30 projects, only a select number have featured nonwhite non-male leads, with “Ms. Marvel” and “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” being key milestones. With the advent o...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Marva Williams, the CEO of Discover Dominica, leads efforts to promote a Caribbean paradise situated between Martinique and Guadeloupe. Dubbed the "Nature Island of the Caribbean," Dominica is a treasure trove of breathtaking scenery and vibrant culture, central to its conservation initiatives and e...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Tiffany Smith-Simmons, a proud alumna of Howard University, has long envisioned a diverse educational landscape within Sacramento City Unified. As the director of talent management, she collaborated with Alan Rowe from United College Action Network Inc. (UCAN) to actively recruit teachers from Histo...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Sherri Shepherd has disclosed the identity of the celebrity who confronted her at the Broadway premiere of "Othello" earlier this year. During her June 9 appearance on “The Breakfast Club,” Shepherd provided insight into the unexpected interaction that had captured public interest in March. She conf...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Renowned street figure Kunta, known as the “president of the vagrant association,” unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday morning in Gros Islet, leaving locals and onlookers in shock. His real name was Stephen William, and he gained fame through various viral clips. Witnesses reported seeing him stroll...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
A tragic occurrence in Marchand on Sunday evening claimed the life of 29-year-old Denver Felix and left another male injured, prompting urgent calls from family and community figures to combat escalating violence. At approximately 9:30 p.m., officers from the Marchand Police Station responded to rep...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
In his latest extravagant venture, content creator MrBeast transformed Disneyland into a private romantic paradise, spending an astonishing $500,000 for a date night with girlfriend Thea Booysen. This grand spectacle followed his admission of borrowing funds from his mother to cover wedding expenses...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Cypress 595 embodies a pivotal 1,500-unit preservation project in Atlanta's historic Old Fourth Ward, led by Wingate. Out of these units, 77 are classified as "deeply affordable," catering specifically to individuals whose incomes fall below 60% of the area median, as highlighted by Mayor Andre Dick...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
The following excerpt is a chapter from my novel, *The United States of Africa*. “I aim to illustrate how African Unity, achievable only through the defeat of neocolonialism, can significantly elevate African living standards.” — Kwame Nkrumah. Since Patrice Lumumba's 1961 assassination, global prot...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Chris Pratt has undergone a significant transformation for his role as James Reece in “The Terminal List,” embodying the character with intense dedication. The 45-year-old actor, renowned for portraying Peter Quill in the “Guardians of the Galaxy” series, appears nearly unrecognizable in a recently...