Black Archives Celebrates Women’s History Month
The Black Archives History and Research Foundation of South Florida is commemorating the remarkable women whose vision, tenacity, and leadership have shaped our communities and …
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Appeals court ends affordable SAVE Program for 7 million student loan borrowers
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Celebrate “Mother Africa” themed concerts for Jazz Appreciation Month in April at Lincoln Center
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Congress Can Halt the Iran War by Doing Nothing. It Should
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Luxury Affordable Housing coming to City of Miami Gardens
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Houston Native Natalie Greene, Deaf Basketball Standout at Gallaudet, Named United East Rookie of the Year
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The American Diabetes Association Honors Dr. Henry Rodriguez with Federal Advocate of the Year Award
ARLINGTON, Va. — The Federal Advocate of the Year Award from the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) recognizes an individual whose leadership and dedication have significantly advanced …
Health and Wellness
NFL, union approve new helmets for quarterbacks, linemen
Eight new position-specific helmets for quarterbacks and linemen have been approved by the NFL and the NFL Players Association. STOCK PHOTO Eight new position-specific helmets …
US wildfires are getting bigger prompting firefighting changes
STOCK PHOTO Prescott, Ariz. (AP) — It’s shaping up to be a long wildfire season, with Texas already seeing its largest blaze in recorded history …
Business
Disney board banned X-rated stores and liquor shops earlier
Forbidden establishments included tattoo parlors, liquor stores, adult entertainment, oil refineries and trailer parks. STOCK PHOTO ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) – Before allies of Gov. Ron …
FDIC recommends raising insured deposit limit for nation’s businesses
NEW YORK (AP) – U.S. businesses might be able to secure bank deposit insurance for accounts holding more than $250,000 if Congress agrees with the …
Ben & Jerry’s supports Vermont workers’ unionization drive
BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) Global ice cream maker Ben & Jerry’s said Tuesday it supports a plan to unionize by the workers at a retail shop …
Technology
Ralph Nader to open law museum in Connecticut hometown
By MICHAEL MELIA HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) – Ralph Nader is the first to say his new museum is not quite like any other. The American …
Tech Tips: Are you better off keeping Verizon contract plan?
By ANICK JESDANUN AP Technology Writer NEW YORK (AP) _ Verizon is doing the unthinkable: Starting Thursday, the nation’s largest wireless company will eliminate two-year …
Education
MIAMI-DADE School Board’s Gallon addresses Role Models
MIAMI, Fla. – Miami-Dade County School Board member Dr. Steve Gallon III brought greetings and an inspirational message to male students at the North Region …
FIU LEADS THREE UNIVERSITIES IN LAUNCHING PROGRAM FOR MORE DIVERSE DOCTORAL STUDENTS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
MIAMI – Florida International University is leading a trio of universities in a $7.5 million program to support diverse students pursuing doctoral degrees in special …
College Fair connects students to higher education
PHOTOS COURTESY OF CORDELE COLA By NEILSONSKY NOEL Special to South Florida Times DELRAY BEACH, Fla. – In one night, Diego Mondragon learned to navigate …
Sports
Coco Gauff gets US Open tennis wild-card entry
By HOWARD FENDRICH PHOTO COURTESY OF APNEWS.COM Coco Gauff will get a chance to try for an encore: The 15-year-old from Florida received a wild-card …
Miami Dolphins and His House Children’s Home sponsor back to school shoe-shopping spree
PEMBROKE PINES, Fla. – Miami Dolphins players Andrew Van Ginkel, Davon Godchaux, Charles Harris, Xavian Howard, Raekwon McMillan, Eric Rowe and Christian Wilkins, alumni Larry …
Dolphins defense will have different look under new coach
PHOTOS COURTESY OF MIAMI DOLPHINS DAVIE, Fla. (AP) – The worst defense in the history of the Miami Dolphins will look different this year. Until …
