Domestic violence bill heightens victims’ court protection in Florida
By David L. Snelling Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – A proposed bill which grants domestic violence victims court protection after one incident was filed for the …
The East Wing of the White House is gone. Here’s a look at some history made there
The East Wing entrance of the White House decorated for the holiday season, November 26, 2018.PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIEPDIA Washington (AP) — Betty Ford reportedly …
Health and Wellness
Face The Fight highlights growing impact on veteran suicide
The health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to have obesity, chronic diseases and mental health …
American kids have become increasingly unhealthy study says
The health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to have obesity, chronic diseases and mental health …
Business
Contentious Florida bill exempts minimum wage for apprenticeships
By David L. Snelling Miami – Florida employees can waive their right to receive less than minimum wage if they agree to enter job-based learning …
Small Business Administration to relocate 6 offices in so-called ‘sanctuary cities’
PHOTO COURTESY OF MILITARY.COM New York (AP) — The Small Business Administration said it will relocate six of its regional offices in so-called “sanctuary cities,” …
AI made its way to vineyards and is helping to efficiently make wine
Agrology arbiter system PHOTO COURTESY OF PHYS.ORG Los Angeles (AP) — When artificial intelligence-backed tractors became available to vineyards, Tom Gamble wanted to be an …
Technology
Cheaper electric vehicles coming despite high battery costs
Photo: (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) WARREN, Mich. (AP) — Even though battery costs are rising, auto companies are rolling out more affordable electric vehicles that should …
Apple maintains prices on new iPhones despite inflation
Photo: AP Photo/Jeff Chiu CUPERTINO, Calif. (AP) — Apple’s latest line-up of iPhones will boast better cameras, faster processors, and a longer lasting battery — …
Education
Bethune first HBCU to host women historians
DR. CRYSTAL A. DEGREGORY: Director of the Bethune Institute and coordinator of the Southern Association for Women Historians Triennial Conference, which will coincide with founder …
FAMU President Larry Robinson resigns amid controversy
FAMU President Larry Robinson PHOTO COURTESY OF FAMU Tallahassee, Fla. – The capital city was abuzz as the word went out that Florida A&M University …
FMU, South Florida’s historic Black university in transition
Miami Gardens, Fla. – Florida Memorial University President Dr. Jaffus Hardrick resigned over unspecified health issues, the college’s Board of Trustees announced. His resignation was …
Sports
Fans to boycott Super Bowl over Black anthem
Photo courtesy of the NFL MIAMI – The Black National Anthem to be performed at the Super Bowl is once again sparking controversy after NFL …
Butler suspended 3rd time as deadline looms
JIMMY BUTLER: It’s complicated. He wants a trade. The Miami Heat are trying to comply. As NBA’s Feb. 6 trade deadline fast approaches, Butler repeatedly …
WNBA corporate sponsorship deals are growing. But not every athlete is getting her due
Maya Moore during the Lynx’s championship-clinching game 5 of the 2017 WNBA Finals. PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIEPEDIA In a banner year for women’s professional sports, …
