Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights Story Links SAVANNAH, Ga.- The Savannah State University women’s tennis team has been recognized as a ITA All-Academic Team, while five members of the SSU women’s tennis squad earned ITA Scholar-Athlete honors, the Intercollegiate Tennis Association has announced.To be named an ITA All-Academic Team, programs must have a team grade point average of 3.2 or above (on a 4.00 scale), all student-athletes included should be listed on the institutional eligibility form, and all varsity letter winners should be factored into the cumulative team GPA for the current academic year.SSU…
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Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care The Trump administration announced on Tuesday that it intended to end a Biden-era program that for the past two years has helped tamp down the cost of monthly premiums for drug coverage for people on Medicare.The decision means that millions of Americans 65 and older could face higher Medicare drug premiums next year, when the cost of living is already a major concern. That could be politically damaging for Republicans in the midterm elections. In the weeks leading up to November, Medicare beneficiaries could experience sticker shock while shopping for next…
Tomorrow’s Tech, Today: Innovation That Moves Us Forward The teasing of the Google Pixel 11 Pro has reached a new level today with a short clip posted to Google’s social media channels. They just gave us a clean look at the Pixel 11 Pro, it’s Pixel Glow camera flash that has multi-color abilities, and the design. The video is purposely dark in order to not give away everything, but the device we can see has that same gold frame from previous teasers. It also appears to show a warmer color for the backside, which could very well be the Pixel…
From Campus to Classroom: Stories That Shape Education By Lois Elfman Collaboration and innovation are now key components of financial sustainability and vibrance at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. In mid-July, Delaware State University hosted the 16th annual HBCU Philanthropy Symposium, attended by more than 300 participants. Among those in attendance were representatives of approximately half of the nation’s HBCU institutions as well as corporate, foundation and federal partners. The theme was Building HBCU Capacity in an Era of Disruption. “Regardless of administration, there has been historical underfunding of HBCUs,” said Dr. Tony Allen, president of DSU. “Now, how we’ve…
Stay Informed: Latest News from Across Georgia Dr. Maesha Twyner, MD, MPH, a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist (OBGYN) with over a decade of clinical experience, is excited to announce the upcoming grand opening of The Healthy Woman OBGYN Conyers on August 19, 2026. The new practice will serve women in the Conyers and greater metro Atlanta community, offering comprehensive gynecological and women’s health care in a spa-like, patient-centered environment. The practice is currently scheduling appointments ahead of its August 19, 2026, grand opening, with Dr. Twyner beginning to see patients in July and early August. “I want every woman who walks through…
Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection Though registering for a travel rewards program is easy, deciphering which one will be most beneficial to join is often what deters travelers from signing up at all. The world of travel rewards programs can be complex, encompassing loyalty statuses, tiers, point systems, and airlines and hotels — each with its own benefits and regulations. And while the offerings can be overwhelming, the promise of perks like free flights and hotel stays is often just too good to pass up. In its annual report, U.S. News shared its rankings for 2026-2027’s best travel reward programs,…
Global Black Voices: News from around the World Toronto is once again transforming into the cultural capital of the Caribbean as the 2026 Toronto Caribbean Carnival, widely known as Caribana, takes over the city with nearly a week of parades, music, food and celebrations expected to draw hundreds of thousands of visitors from across Canada, the Caribbean and around the world. Now in its 59th year, the festival remains the largest Caribbean cultural celebration in North America and one of Toronto’s signature summer events. Running through the August long weekend, the carnival showcases the rich traditions of the Caribbean through masquerade (Mas), calypso, soca,…
Scientific research & Exploration: Discover the Globe Via Research Study and Development The completely dry conditions have effects for nature, with Atlantic salmon not able to move upstream where river circulations are low. Farming has actually also taken a hit. Paul Tompkins, deputy head of state of the National Farmers’ Union of England and Wales (NFU), claimed: “Farmers and cultivators have always needed to emulate the weather condition, however what they are experiencing now is environment adjustment in action. A lot more extreme conditions [are] making it harder, riskier and much more costly to produce the country’s food.” He added…
Health Watch: Wellness, Research & Healthy Living Tips PLYMOUTH, Mass. — The former husband of a Massachusetts woman on trial for killing their three young children returned to the witness stand Wednesday, testifying about a day that began with art projects and playtime in the snow and ended with him coming home to find the bodies.Whether Lindsay Clancy killed her children is not in dispute. But her attorney argues that she was driven by postpartum psychosis, a rare mental illness linked to the stress, sleep deprivation and hormonal changes that follow childbirth. Prosecutors contend that she acted intentionally and bears…
Local Voices. Statewide Impact. Stay Informed with Georgia News July 29, 2026, 7:39 a.m. ETThe heat that many Georgians are experiencing is tough, but it at least ensures warm sands and seas at the local islands. Where is the best?Earlier this month, Travel + Leisure released its “World’s Best Awards” including the best islands of the continent U.S. This was based on surveyed feedback with more than 661,000 votes across the various contests.What is the best island in Georgia?While technically not a single island, the Golden Isles ranked as best of the best in America and No. 11 in the…