Today: October 23, 2024
Last year for Women’s History Month, I compiled an article “Honoring the Many ‘Firsts’ of African American Female Ambassadors.” The article included 14 female former ambassadors and was meant to be a work in progress to eventually include more of the approximately 55 African American women who have…
In preparation for International Women’s Day 2024, I felt compelled to delve into the perspective of Black women colleagues in the media industry on the theme of “Inspire Inclusion.” Although time constraints limited my reach, the insights I gathered illuminated a crucial…
Africa's vast potential for solar energy stands in stark contrast to its current limited access to electricity. This paradox highlights the continent's unique position at the cusp of an energy revolution…
Historically, the significance of March 8th for women is over a century old, beginning with women of the Russian capital of Petrograd going on strike to demand the end of the empire, according to Time Magazine. It is declared that in 1921,…
Ghana marks its independence day on March 6, a momentous occasion in the country’s history. This day holds immense significance as Ghana became the first sub-Saharan African nation to gain independence from colonial rule in 1957, paving the way for other African…
While it is expected to benefit consumers by saving them significant amounts in late fees, some express concerns about potential negative consequences and broader impact on the economy and individual financial practices.…
The CFPB's new rule to cap credit card late fees at $8 is a significant regulatory step aimed at protecting consumers from excessive charges and promoting financial discipline.…
Harvard University has regained its position as the top “dream” school for college hopefuls, according to a new survey by The Princeton Review, Harvard surpassed previous favorites like MIT and Stanford. Hafeez Lakhani, founder of Lakhani Coaching, acknowledged the university’s challenging year…
Presidents’ Day is one of 11 holidays Congress established, including Labor Day and Thanksgiving, celebrated on the third Monday of February every year. While Congress declared the holiday, the federal holiday only applies to the government and the District of Columbia. This…
The United States has recently shared intelligence with Congress and European allies about a new Russian nuclear capability, raising significant concerns among global security experts and eliciting a broad range of public reactions.…
