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Job Opportunities 2-21-2024

LAWRENCEVILLE FARMERS MARKET ASSISTANT MANAGER Seeking someone passionate about food access to support social media and in-person operations for the 2024 Lawrenceville Farmers Market. Seasonal (Apr-Dec), part-time (10 hrs/wk) position. $18.57/hr. Mor...

Fedee Stands His Ground Amid Criticism From Jean

Former Tourism Minister Dominic Fedee has defended his recent assertion that many perpetrators of crime are ruling Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) supporters, amid criticism from Government Senator Allison Jean. Jean described Fedee’s statement...

Lil Durk brings out 20 Pittsburgh students to perform ‘All My Life’

Photo: Getty Images 20 Pittsburgh students joined Lil Durk on stage to perform one of his hit songs during Drake and J. Cole’s “It’s All A Blur” tour. On Saturday (February 17), Lil Durk performed his song “All My Life...

Uganda’s Most Creative Tiktokers of 2024 So Far

From the time of Covid-19, Ugandans jumped on Tiktok and have never looked back. Over the years, different Tiktokers have come and gone, however few have been creative. BigEye.ug brings you the most creative Ugandan TikTokers that every brand should...

Shattering the glass ceiling at the National Baptist Convention

Dr. Gina Stewart. Courtesy photo & Rev. Dr. Gina Marcia Stewart is the first woman ever to preach at the event — the latest gender equity milestone for a house of worship. & by& Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware, Word In Black A...

FAFSA website meltdown: How to avoid additional frustration with financial aid applications

Some colleges are extending the traditional May 1 deadline for students to accept offers. valentinrussanov via Getty Images by Dawn Medley, Drexel University When Congress passed the FAFSA Simplification Act in 2020, it was touted as making it easier...

Miss Uganda Hannah Karema Shining at Miss World Event in India (Video)

By BigEyeUg Team In a momentous occasion for the nation, Miss Uganda 2023/2024, Hannah Karema, is making waves at the prestigious Miss World event held in Mumbai, India. Miss Uganda Hannah Karema With her poised representation and unwave...

Recorder wins Game Changer Award

President and CEO of the Indianapolis Recorder Robert Shegog accepts Game Changer Award. Pictured left to right: Jamal Smith, Jaylon Smith, Robert Shegog, Denise D. Steele. The Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper was selected as a recipient of the 20...

Rep. James Clyburn steps down from House leadership, pledges support for Biden’s inclusive vision

**FILE** Rep. James Clyburn (Travis Riddick/The Washington Informer) & Longtime South Carolina Democratic Rep. James Clyburn has announced his resignation as assistant House Democratic leader, effective immediately, while simultaneously comm...

Students lose out as cities and states give billions in property tax breaks to businesses − draining school budgets and especially hurting the poorest students

Exxon Mobil Corp.’s campus in East Baton Rouge Parish, left, received millions in tax abatements to the detriment of local schools, right. Barry Lewis/Getty Images, Tjean314/Wikimedia by Christine Wen, Texas A&M University; Danielle McLean, The C...

Pro-Palestinian activists demand ceasefire in Gaza during All-Star Weekend

As celebrities and public figures flocked to Indianapolis for the NBA All-Star weekend, pro-Palestinian activists were hoping to draw attention to calls for a ceasefire in Gaza. Organizations including the Party for Socialism and Liberation India...

Comedian Maulana Reflects on Celebrities Balancing Religion and Work

By BigEyeUg Team In a recent interview on local TV, comedian Maulana Kasozi, one half of the popular Ugandan comedy duo ‘Maulana & Reign,’ shared his thoughts on the challenges of maintaining faith in the entertainment industry....

Vandal throws rocks through windows of Philly’s historic Mother Bethel AME church

& Mother Bethel Vandalism — NBCPhiladelphia & by Marco Cerino. Philadelphia Tribune Staff Writer Philadelphia police are investigating vandalism at one of the city’s oldest Black churches. Officers were called to Mother Bethe...

Four Rushed To Hospital After Separate Road Accidents

Saint Lucia Fire Service (SLFS) emergency personnel were busy overnight responding to a spate of road accidents and transporting four people to the hospital. The emergency personnel received a call for assistance at about 7:09 pm regarding a bus that...

Reporters to Biden: Is Gavin Newsom on Standby?

Fresh off tripping up the stairs again, the new and unimproved Joe Biden was met by a gaggle of reporters as he prepared to face more stairs. As Biden said not long ago about his abilities, “Watch me.” And America obliged. We are watching. Moreover,...