You may also like
Covid-19: Children eat 'plants' to survive as hunger explodes in SA | News24
The number of households going hungry has doubled, according to new research.
Read more
Source: https://www.news24.com
John Lewis: Civil Rights Lion Gets into Good Trouble in Dawn Porter Documentary | The Florida Star | The Georgia Star
As long as I have breath in my body, I will do what I can. – Congressman John Lewis Congressman John Lewis is known and revered worldwide for his social justice activism as a young man during the modern Civil Rights movement which sparked large scale civic and social change in America. Many have
Read more
Source: The Florida Star
Sponsored by Illinois Math and Science Academy
No Mask, No Entry: Walmart, CVS & Target Will Require Customers To Wear Face-Coverings
Kicking off things off, Walmart said in a blog post would start enforcing a new rule requiring patrons to wear face masks beginning Monday (Jul.20). This is significant being that Walmart is the biggest retailer in the country, with 5,000 stores nationwide. Plus, mask-wearing now has become
Read more
Source: The Urban Daily
Defiance grows as Georgia governor blocks local mask rules | The Atlanta Voice
Mayors in Atlanta and other Georgia cities deepened their defiance of Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday, saying they want their requirements for people to wear masks in public to remain in place, even after the Republican governor explicitly forbade cities and counties from mandating face
Read more
Source: The Atlanta Voice
Inglewood schools weighing how and when to reopen -
INGLEWOOD — As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the Inglewood Unified School District is in the process of deciding how and when to reopen school campuses for the upcoming 2020-21 school year. “It’s being extremely challenging to think about reopening differently,” said County Administrator Erika
Read more
Source: Homepage -
Harris County to end OmniBase Program that disproportionately impacts Blacks - DefenderNetwork.com
For Harris County residents, having access to a car is indispensable for daily activities such as getting to work, to a doctor’s appointment, and to pick up necessities like groceries. Particularly as COVID-19 cases continue to rise, and people are increasingly at-risk of losing their jobs, having
Read more
Source: Houston Defender Network - Houston's Leading Black Community News & Information Source
Farmers face earnings cut as tea prices dip to 12-year low
Farmers affiliated to the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) are staring at another season of low earnings after the price of the commodity declined to a 12-year low.
Read more
Source: Business Daily
Sponsored by Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Boston Professional Chapter
Politicking with Sen. Dick Durbin: Leading this country towards a fair path : TheGrio
Months after Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin took office, one of America’s most over-hauling immigration reform bills, the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act, became effective.  Some claim that... View Article
Read more
Source: theGrio
KISERO: Independent firm should run Kenya Power
It is not surprising that pundits read political intrigues in this week’s dramatic exit of five independent directors of the state controlled Utility, Kenya Power.
Read more
Source: Business Daily
Shop Now: Rihanna And Designer Amina Muaddi Partner Up On Capsule Collection
If you haven't heard, Rihanna's luxury label Fenty teamed up with the beloved shoe designer Amina Muaddi. Muaddi's shoes have become a fan favorite and celebrities love this particular designer […] The post Shop Now: Rihanna And Shoe Designer Amina Muaddi's Collab appeared first on Essence.
Read more
Source: Black Women's Lifestyle Guide, Black Love & Beauty Trends - Essence
Sponsored by Concerned Black Men of Massachusetts
Covid-19: Two mayors in self-isolation after testing positive this week | News24
Emalahleni Local Municipality mayor Linah Malatjie and Newcastle Local Municipality mayor Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba both tested positive for Covid-19 this week, their offices have confirmed.
Read more
Source: https://www.news24.com
Hotel Industry Releases Top 5 Requirements to Travel Safely
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “The top priority for the hotel industry is the health and safety of guests and employees. Utilizing these best practices, including requiring face coverings and practicing social distancing in public spaces, will create an even safer environment for all our guests and
Read more
Source: Black News, Politics, Commentary & Culture | BlackPressUSA
Sponsored by National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) Boston Professional Chapter
'Come Thruuu': Keyshia Cole Leaves Fans Gaping Over Her Jaw-Dropping Beauty
Keyshia Cole is a knockout, to say the least. The R&B songstress flossed her jazzy looks this week in a lovely snapshot that left Twitter users blown
Read more
Source: Visit Atlanta Black Star For African-American | Black News and Information
Netflix names content chief Ted Sarandos as co-CEO - TechCentral
Netflix on Thursday elevated its content chief Ted Sarandos to co-CEO, making the 20-year veteran of the pioneering streaming video service a clear successor to co-founder Reed Hastings.
Read more
Source: TechCentral
Sponsored by National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAP) Boston Chapter
Kenya: Badoer the Man - What You May Not Have Known About Wazito's No-Nonsense Boss
[Nairobi News] Last week, Kenya Premier League side Wazito FC owner Ricardo Badoer caused a stir online by summarily dismissing 12 players for under performance.
Read more
Source: allAfrica.com
Pouderoyen FC coach sees lasting impact on football from COVID-19 - Stabroek News
With competitive local football non-existent due to the Covid-19 pandemic, head coach of Pouderoyen FC Travis Bess, disclosed that the current situation has had a tremendous impact on the club’s developmental plans for the 2020/2021
Read more
Source: Stabroek News - Guyana's Most Trusted Newspaper
Sponsored by Concerned Black Men of Massachusetts
Michael B. Jordan wants you to view a drive-in movie, on him - DefenderNetwork.com
For Michael B. Jordan, timing is everything. So when the SAG award winner marched in a Los Angeles Black Lives Matter protest last month demanding that Hollywood drastically increase its diversity in the executive ranks, it was a moment he felt prepared for. ’I think it’s always been brewing in
Read more
Source: Houston Defender Network - Houston's Leading Black Community News & Information Source
Sponsored by Greater Boston Veterans Collaborative
Orphanages in dire need of donations - Stabroek News
Now more than ever, orphanages are in dire need of supplies and they are appealing to the public for donations during this COVID-19 pandemic. The article Orphanages in dire need of donations appeared first on Stabroek News.
Read more
Source: Stabroek News - Guyana's Most Trusted Newspaper
'There are people out there who believe we are very stupid' - Mbalula
Fikile Mbalula said there are some people who believe the government should not be respected following certain decisions it has taken like the return of the alcohol ban.
Read more
Source: South African News | Online News | The South African
India's rich can't flee the pandemic. That's given some a new empathy for the poor - L.A. Focus Newspaper
Across India, meanwhile, critically ill virus patients are being turned away from public and private hospitals for lack of beds, staff and equipment, as healthcare systems buckle under the pressure of the escalating
Read more
Source: La Focus Newspaper
British Vogue Editor Edward Enninful Racially Profiled At Work
Edward Enninful shared his experience on social media.
Read more
Source: Celebrities, Music, News, Entertainment, TV Shows & Videos | BET
Sponsored by Museum of African American History in Massachusetts
Megan Thee Stallion Is Recovering After Being Shot Multiple Times
By Victor Omondi Megan Thee Stallion suffered multiple gunshot wounds after an attack on Sunday and is expected to recover soon. In an Instagram post, the upcoming rapper said that she's lucky to be alive. Megan took to Instagram to explain what happened on that fateful Sunday morning to 'set the
Read more
Source: Your Black World
The gathering storm: How the state seized control of two troubled nursing homes as coronavirus crisis loomed - Black Voice News
In summary Once a rarity, state takeovers of on-the-edge nursing homes are expected to become more common as the pandemic tips facilities further into chaos. His paycheck was more than a week late, and by January, Kritsana Liamkrajang was growing more and more worried about the situation at the
Read more
Source: Black Voice News | The Voice of the Black Community in California
The Pandemic Gifted Me a Global Queer Community
I don’t have to worry about my appearance or strangers’ judgment. I’m limitless with my people.Continue reading on ZORA »
Read more
Source: https://zora.medium.com
H.P. Police Department switches to encrypted radio system -
HUNTINGTON PARK — Community members have raised concerns about transparency ever since the Huntington Park Police Department announced in early July that it would change to a new digital encrypted radio system for field communication among officers and other law enforcement agencies. The department
Read more
Source: Homepage -
Sponsored by National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAP) Boston Chapter
KAM picks Mucai Kunyiha to head its board
Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has appointed Mucai Kunyiha as its new chairman, replacing Sachen Gudka, whose term has ended.
Read more
Source: Business Daily
Magil Palms laments infrequent, discoloured water supply
Residents of the Magil Palms housing scheme in Old Harbour, St Catherine, are expressing great dissatisfaction with their water supply being provided by a private company. Bemoaning that what used to be a once-a-month lock-off has now blossomed...
Read more
Source: Jamaica Gleaner
Shaw awaiting briefing on Appleton before commenting
SANTA CRUZ, St Elizabeth - Industry, Commerce and Agriculture Minister Audley Shaw says he is waiting to be 'properly briefed' before commenting on reports that the Appleton sugar factory in Siloah, northern St Elizabeth, may cut staff or even shut down because of heavy losses.'Until I am properly
Read more
Source: Jamaica Observer: Jamaican News Online – the Best of Jamaican Newspapers - JamaicaObserver.com
Gabon appoints first woman prime minister amid government shakeup | News24
Gabon President Ali Bongo has promoted his defence minister Rose Christiane Ossouka Raponda to prime minister.
Read more
Source: https://www.news24.com
Sponsored by Association of Latino Professionals For America (ALPFA) Boston Professional Chapter
Covid-19: Concerns grow as cases grow in KZN hotspots | News24
KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu has expressed concern over the rising number of coronavirus cases in the province.
Read more
Source: https://www.news24.com
More from Black Women's Lifestyle Guide, Black Love & Beauty Trends - Essence
Janet Mock Thinks Theres Room For Improvement In Todays Hollywood - Essence
Nikole Hannah-Jones And Colson Whitehead Win Pulitzer Prizes - Essence
Insecures Jéan Elie Talks Playing Ahmal And Black Gay Men Onscreen - Essence
Biden Releases Plan For Black America - Essence
Rihannas Fenty Line Is Having A Major Sale - Essence
As States Begin To Lift Restrictions, Few Americans Want Businesses Reopened: Poll - Essence
Security Guard Calvin Munerlyn Killed In Face Mask Dispute - Essence
HS Senior Roberta Hannah Gets Accepted Into All 8 Ivies - Essence
Ohio State Rep. Says Faces Are The Likeness Of God In Refusal To Wear Mask - Essence
Black Women And Problematic Men - Essence
Sheree Whitfield Says Her Son Kairo Is No Longer Pursuing Modeling
Oprah Winfrey to Host Virtual “Your Life in Focus” Wellness Tour
Supreme Court Begins Arguments On Subpoena Of Trump’s Financial Records
Phylicia Rashad Was In Drake’s ‘In My Feelings’ Video Thanks To Daughter Condola
‘American Soul’ Returns With Your Favorites Reimagined As 1970s Stars
Maxine Waters Loses Sister To COVID-19
Condola Rashad Responds After Issa Rae Reveals ‘Insecure’ Character Is Based On Her
‘You Were My Father for 30 Years,’ Diddy Said About Andre Harrell
Fauci To Warn Of ‘Needless Suffering And Death’ At Senate Hearing
Police Shooting Of EMT Worker Leaves Family Looking For Answers
5 Products That Will Restore Dry Hands
The Chic Kaftan All Your Favorite Celebrities Are Wearing
Kevin Hart, Omari Hardwick & More To Join President Obama For The #ShowMeYourWalk HBCU Virtual Graduation
Ahmaud Arbery’s Mother Would Support Death Penalty For Men Charged In Son’s Death
Twitter Rips Into Mitch McConnell For Calling Obama ‘Classless’
Pilot’s Brother Blames Passengers In Fatal Kobe Bryant Crash
Senate GOP Reject House Democrats’ $3 Trillion Coronavirus Bill Before Seeing It
Rihanna Releases A New Collection Of Fenty Eyewear
Madam’s CJ Walker’s Great-Granddaughter A’lelia Bundles Pans ‘Self Made’
Reginae Carter: The Queen of TikTok
Tracee Ellis Ross Launches PATTERN Hair Accessories
Family Of Teen Killed In Florida Shooting Retain Zimmerman Lawyer For Representation
Michael B. Jordan Talks ‘Owning His Space’ In Coach Ad
Switching To Natural Deodorant? You’ll Want To Read This First
AMBI And Cynthia Bailey Launch Contest For Models Of Color
Paul Manafort Released From Prison Amidst Pandemic
How To Do Makeup At Home For A Virtual Wedding
Tyler Perry Shares Safety Guidelines For Filming During COVID-19
Raven-Symoné Reveals She Hasn’t ‘Touched’ Her ‘Cosby Show’ Money
Bridal Bliss: Lauren and Warren’s Social Distancing Wedding In Washington D.C.
Stevie Wonder-Ful 70th Birthday Live Stream
HBCU Love: For Bakari Sellers’ Kids, The Only ‘School Choice’ Is An HBCU
Essence Virtual Wellness Summit-Superhero Syndrome
Essence Virtual Wellness Summit-Pouring Into Yourself
Essence Virtual Wellness Summit-Time to Find Yourself
Essence Virtual Wellness Summit-Future Has Always Been Uncertain
Essence Virtual Wellness Summit- Black Trauma
Essence x Chase | Love & Money | Setting Financial Goals (ADA)
Essence x Chase | Love & Money | Combining Incomes (ADA)
Essence x Chase | Love & Money | Budgeting (ADA)

Spirituality Facts

American Civil War Facts

Martin Luther King Jr. Facts

Democratic Party Facts

Random Facts