Phillips first Black woman American Chemical Society President
Photo courtesy of Dorothy Phillips.net MIAMI – Dorothy Phillips has accomplished many firsts during her lifetime. Phillips was the first Black woman to earn a …
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MDC recognized for enrolling high-rate undeserved students
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DeSantis proposes first responders pay raises
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Youth affected by gun violence can apply for college scholarships
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Florida shatters visitors record for 2024
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Coast Guard repatriates aliens, suspected smugglers arrested
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Miami-Dade to launch digital literacy program for senior, disabled people
Photo courtesy of Vecteezy.com MIAMI – The Miami-Dade County Community Action and Human Services Department, in partnership with Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP, …
Health and Wellness
Make prescriptions more affordable by cutting out the costly middlemen
Congress is considering several bipartisan, common-sense reforms for holding PBMs, to account. Legislation could even pass before the end of this year – to the …
For now, ‘Dreamers’ will be shut out of the healthcare marketplace in 19 states
Bismarck, N.D. (AP) — Young adult immigrants known as “Dreamers” in 19 U.S. states will be temporarily blocked from getting health insurance through the Affordable …
Business
Veterans challenged in new business startups, amid resources
New York (AP) — Many veterans who’ve started small businesses tell a similar story: Their military service prepared them mentally for the task, but they …
An Idaho health department isn’t allowed to give COVID-19 vaccines in six counties
A regional public health department in Idaho is no longer providing COVID-19 vaccines to residents in six counties after a narrow decision by its board. …
Will people leave Florida after devastating hurricanes? History suggests not
Orlando, Fla. (AP) — The news rippled through Treasure Island, Florida, almost like a third storm: The mayor planned to move off the barrier island …
Technology
Black men pitch tech at 4th annual competition
Miami, Fla. (Black PR Wire) – Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) served as one of the lead sponsors of the Black Men Talk Tech’s …
Blacks In Technology hosting BITCON
Orlando, Fla. (Black PR Wire) – Blacks In Technology, LLC and the Blacks In Technology Foundation (BIT) are hosting BITCON 2022, their 4th annual conference …
Education
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 …
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. to host its 84th Grand Conclave in Tampa during June 27 – July 2
(Black PR Wire) Atlanta, GA Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated is proud to announce that it will host its 84th Conclave in Tampa, Florida, from …
College protesters want ‘amnesty.’ At stake: Tuition, legal charges, grades and graduation
Maryam Alwan figured the worst was over after New York City police in riot gear arrested her and other protesters on the Columbia University campus, …
Sports
“Sportsman of the Year.” Buffaloes Coach Deion Sanders
Deion Sanders PHOTO COURTESY OF BIOGRAPHY.COM After all the controversy with his decision to leave an HBCU, Jackson State University, Sanders remains a winner even …
Dolphins’ struggles vs. better NFL teams on display again
TUA TAGOVAILOA: Two more costly blunders by the quarterback, including on final drive when Miami had a chance to tie. PHOTOS COURTESY OF WIKIPEDIA MIAMI …
Adebayo triple-double, Butler 28, Heat beat LeBron, Lakers
LEBRON JAMES: Led all scorers with 30 points for the Lakers, but #23’s latest return to Miami results in 108-107 defeat. PHOTOS COURTESY OF ALLUCANHEAT.COM …
