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
What to Know if You Are Trying to Get Pregnant
PHOTO SOURCE: (c) yarkovoy – Fotolia.com StatePoint The journey to parenthood is not always easy. For some, it is definitely a harder process. But there …
No opioids, please: Clearing the way to refuse prescriptions
By SUSAN HAIGH Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) – The ease of relapsing into opioid addiction has led a growing number of states to help …
Business
‘Shark Week’ returns for 28th year with first Cuban visit
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) _ Sharks are serious business this summer, with “Sharknado”-style flippancy a barely heard echo following grisly …
Bahamas concerned about US ruling for resort developer
By DAVID McFADDEN KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) _ The Bahamas attorney general expressed frustration Thursday with a decision by the developer of a $2.5 billion hotel-and-casino …
Insurer Aetna to buy Humana in $35B deal
By TOM MURPHY Aetna will spend about $35 billion to buy rival Humana and become the latest health insurer bulking up on government business as …
Education
Women, minorities struggle on Missouri teaching exams
ST. LOUIS (AP) _ Woman and minorities are failing Missouri exams to enter teaching programs and to gain certification at higher rates, raising concerns. The …
Indiana teenager wins national fire and rescue competition
MODOC, Ind. (AP) _ An eastern Indiana teenager who’s an aspiring firefighter has won a national contest which tests competitors’ firefighting and rescue skills. Dylan …
Fewer state residents admitted to University of California
By LISA LEFF SAN FRANCISCO (AP) _ Fewer California high school students have been offered admission to University of California campuses for the fall, officials …
Sports
Jacksonville Jaguars announce front-office moves
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) _ The Jacksonville Jaguars have promoted Chris Polian to director of player personnel and Chris Driggers to director of pro personnel. Polian …
Bengals’ Devon Still asks for prayers for sick daughter
By JOE KAY AP Sports Writer CINCINNATI (AP) _ Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Devon Still is asking for prayers for his daughter, Leah, who’s had …
Warriors’ Kerr expects Thompson to play in Game 1 of finals
By ANTONIO GONZALEZ AP Basketball Writer OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) _ Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr is so confident Klay Thompson will be cleared for …
