Category : News

O.J. Simpson: A Legacy of Triumph and Tragedy

The sports and entertainment world mourns the loss of O.J. Simpson, an iconic figure whose life story encapsulated the highs of athletic greatness and the lows of personal and legal controversies. Simpson passed away at the age of 76 in his Las Vegas...

Joe Biden’s Latest Big Lie

The following article, Joe Biden’s Latest Big Lie, was first published on The Black Sphere. Joe Biden lies for sport. He lies about the little things; things easily provable. He actually enjoys lying. And the bigger the lie, the more enjoyment....

How prison officials manufactured gangs and gang wars in Virginia’s prisons

This is the drawing Rashid created to illustrate his 2010 story “Kill Yourself or Liberate Yourself.” by Kevin ‘Rashid’ Johnson No Virginia prison gangs before 2004 With the prevalence of youth lumpen organizations (so called street gangs)...

Win free LaRosa’s pizza for a year

Contributed CINCINNATI, OHIO – LaRosa’s is helping families take a slice out of Tax Day with 20% off all Deluxe Pizza varieties. The special savings are available beginning today, April 15, and through June 30, 2024, as part of LaRosa...

Police Recover Shotgun In Anse La Raye

On Thursday, April 11, 2024, the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) conducted a joint police operation, which focused on various communities within Northern and Central Divisions, including Grass Street, Odsan, Bagatelle, Bisee Careille in Castri...

Beyoncé has Levi’s and Western boot sales soaring

New York (CNN) — Queen Bey is giving Levi’s brand a lift.Beyoncé’s hit country album “Act II: Cowboy Carter,” which features the song “Levii’s Jeans” with rapper Post Malone, has lyrics like “denim on denim on denim on denim.” And at the same time, s...

Beyoncé is sending Levi’s and Western boot sales soaring

New York (CNN) —& Queen Bey is giving Levi’s brand a lift. Beyoncé’s& hit country album& “Act II: Cowboy Carter,” which features the song “Levii’s Jeans” with rapper Post Malone, has lyrics like “denim on denim on denim on denim.” And...

Six tips for discussing money with your partner

This week, during the Indianapolis Recorder’s Money Smart Week, we’ll share daily articles about financial wellness. We’ll focus on topics including how to discuss money with your partner, create a budget, pay down your debt, prepare your kids for f...

Black running group sues Boston Marathon over alleged racial discrimination

Photo: Getty Images A Black-led running group claims they were racially discriminated against and harassed by Newton, Massachusetts police at last year’s Boston Marathon. According to CNN, TrailblazHers, a predominately Black, all-women runn...

Misinformation spreads online: O.J. Simpson’s death unrelated to COVID-19 vaccination

O.J. Simpson, a football star who was acquitted in the murder of his ex-wife and her friend, died of cancer on April 10 at age 76. Misinformation spread online within hours of the news. Social media posts falsely claimed that the cancer was related...

Federal Report Uncovers Lack of Faculty Diversity and Delay in Federal Discrimination Complaint Processing

A recent report from the United States Government Accountability Office has documented a large underrepresentation of Black faculty members in higher education. The same report also revealed a frequent delay by the Department of Education when referr...

Shadow war no more: Hostilities between Israel and Iran have strayed into direct warfare – is there any going back?

Israel’s air defense system intercepted nearly all missiles fired from Iran on April 13, 2024. AP Photo/Tomer Neuberg by Javed Ali, University of Michigan For decades, Iran and Israel have been engaged in a “shadow war.” Falling short of direct milit...

Pandemic passion: Janis Paige’s makeup success

Name: Janis Collier Title: Makeup Artist Business Name: Janis Paige Makeup Artistry Social Media Handles: IG: Janispaige_Mua Facebook: Janis Paige Website: Bookingjanispaige.as.me What made you start your business? I s...

News is Out, Word In Black, and Comcast NBCUniversal Welcomes 16 Journalism Fellows to Cover Black and LGBTQ+ Communities

Today, News is Out and Word In Black, together announced the 16 fellows selected for The Digital Equity Local Voices Lab, a new initiative powered by Comcast NBCUniversal to place journalists at 16 Black and LGBTQ+ serving news publications across t...

Pierre Says ‘Calixte Can Defend Himself’

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre, describing Sir Calixte George as a grown man whom he has great respect for, told reporters on Monday that he would not be drawn into defending the former Minister. Sir Calixte is the center of controversy over remarks...