By Siyabonga Sishi and Thando Hlophe June 19, 20245:53 PM CDTUpdated 13 days ago PRETORIA, June 19 (Reuters) – A weakened South African President Cyril Ramaphosa pledged on Wednesday that his new multi-party government would work to improve basic living conditions for all citizens as he was sworn in for a second term in office. […]
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Breaking New Ground, TEDx Orange Mound
General contractor and Melrose High School grad Dwayne Jones taking first steps to help re-brand his beloved Orange Mound’s profile with opportunities. photo by Don Mooney by Don Mooney 6-22-2024 Memphis, TN—Its an obvious admission that Memphis’ geo-location has a direct impact on the economic health in the U. S. […]
2024 Summer Solstice: The longest day of the year is here — Don’t Sleep On Strawberry Moon
The summer solstice this year will be the earliest in more than 200 years Published June 20, 2024 • Updated on June 20, 2024 at 6:12 am Welcome to the 2024 summer soltice—known as the astronomical start to summer, and the longest day of the year. The summer solstice takes place at approximately 3:50 p.m. CT […]
Where There’s A Billionaire There’s A Way. Owners Considering QB Cap
JUNE 18, 2024 David Rosenblum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images NFL quarterback contracts have continued to increase in a major way over recent years, especially for stars at the position, consistently taking up more of an NFL team’s salary-cap room. Whether that trend should continue, however, has become a topic of […]
Chet Walker, a seven-time All-Star forward who helped the 76ers win the 1967 NBA title, has died
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS June 8, 2024 at 11:12 PM Chet Walker, a seven-time All-Star forward who helped Wilt Chamberlain and the Philadelphia 76ers win the 1967 NBA title, has died. He was 84. The National Basketball Players Association confirmed Walker’s death, according to NBA.com. The 76ers, Chicago Bulls and National Basketball Retired Players Association also […]
Black Molecular Biologist Was Barred From Buying Virginia Beach Condo By White Owner Over Racial Bias, Now The Sale Moves Forward
Jahaura Michelle Wed, June 5, 2024 at 8:21 AM CDT·4 min read 1 Dr. Raven Baxter, a molecular biologist and science communicator, fell in love with a Virginia Beach condo with a direct view of the Atlantic Ocean. The home had everything she desired, and Baxter made an offer with a down […]
A Reflection Of Our Future From The Jungles Of Brazil
THE PROJECT FOREST PEOPLES CONNECTION INSTALLS A STARLINK ANTENNA IN THE SÃO ROSÁRIO QUILOMBOLA COMMUNITY, MUNICIPALITY OF ACARÁ, PARÁ STATE. PHOTO: FILIPE BISPO/SUMAÚMA DIÁRIO DE GUERRA Starlink: ‘Elon Musk’s internet’ brings euphoria and fear to the Amazon Indigenous peoples and traditional communities enjoy the advantages of the technology that is […]
Showboats Win Battle for UFL Bottom 19-12 Over Houston
(27) Darius VIctor rushed for two touchdowns in the 4th quarter to led Showboats to its second win of the season. photo by Don Mooney Memphis, TN – Deja vu for the Showboats at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, as they finish the season the same way they started with a win […]
1,300 Miles-$13k: China Takes Hybird Lead
By Joe Salas May 29, 2024 BYD’s Qin L DM-i hybrid Yes, you read that correctly, 1,300 miles (nearly 2,100 km) before you have to refuel or charge it. BYD – the world’s leader in EV car sales having recently surpassed Tesla – released its 5th-generation “DM” Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles. […]
Texas’ iconic travel stop Buc-ee’s isn’t impressing everyone
Some Stafford County, Virginia, residents are protesting a possible Buc-ee’s. By Abigail Rosenthal,Culture EditorMay 24, 2024 Despite Buc-ee’s growing popularity across the country, not everyone is eager for the beaver to come to town. Plans to build a Buc-ee’s in Stafford County, Virginia, inspired picketers to protest outside of a public safety center […]