Congressional vote delay deemed crazy
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama on Friday said it was “crazy” and “embarrassing” the way the Republican-led Senate has held up confirmation of his attorney …
Essence Fest’s empowerment scene to feature Chopra, Fulton
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The 2015 Essence Festival’s lineup for its free daily empowerment sessions inside New Orleans’ convention center will feature South Floridian Sybrina …
Jay Z, Nicki Minaj among owners of Tidal
NEW YORK (AP) — Madonna, Rihanna, Beyonce and Jay Z are among the A-List musicians who are co-owners of Tidal, a streaming service being billed …
Oil pushes gas prices up 6 cents
TAMPA — The most expensive oil of 2015 triggered increases at the gas pump, and prices could continue to climb this week. The national average …
Bahamas R&B singer Johnny Kemp of ‘Just Got Paid’ fame dies
KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Bahamian R&B singer Johnny Kemp, who is best known for the hit song Just Got Paid,” has died in Jamaica. He …
Cuba holds first vote with a twist: Dissent
HAVANA, Cuba — On Sunday Cuba held its first local elections since a historic thaw in relations with the United States with an unusual wrinkle …
FlipSide fundraiser scores with audience
The Dade County (FL) Chapter of The Links Incorporated recently hosted an evening of spectacular national and local entertainment featuring a diverse group of talented …
Ortiz suspended 1 game by MLB for making contact with umpire
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) _ Boston designated hitter David Ortiz was suspended for one game and fined by Major League Baseball on Tuesday. MLB said …
HP will sell Snapfish online photo unit ahead of split
NEW YORK (AP) _ Hewlett-Packard said Tuesday it will sell its Snapfish online photo business to District Photo as HP prepares to split into two …