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
New York AG files suit against 2 tanning salon chains
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) _ New York’s attorney general has filed suit against two tanning salon chains, accusing them of downplaying health risks while playing up …
Grant aimed at stopping pregnant smokers in Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) _ The Kentucky Department for Public Health has announced a grant to address the issue of women who smoke while pregnant. The …
Education
Bill Gates: Poverty is not an excuse for no education
BOSTON — Microsoft founder Bill Gates told the National Urban League that a child’s success should not depend on the race or income of …
Smith stepping down as Fla. education commissioner
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) _ Florida education commissioner Eric Smith is leaving that post in June, saying he wants to give new Gov. Rick Scott a …
Desmond Tutu appeals to young people at NSU
DAVIE — “Dream. Be an idealist. Don’t be a cynic like me,” said Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, appealing to the students in his audience last …