Global Black Voices: News from around the World A session at the 17th Conference of the Parties (COP-17) of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. PHOTO/UNCCD. By PATRICK MAYOYO The African Development Bank has committed to work with partners to mobilise funds for the Great Green Wall Initiative (GGWI) during the 17th Conference of the Parties (COP-17) of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification in Ulaanbaatar. The commitment came on 24 August as African ministers, development partners and international organisations participating in an event titled Scaling the Great Green Wall through Continental Integration and the AU GGWI…
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Health Watch: Wellness, Research & Healthy Living Tips Close to 500 people have become ill with salmonella linked to imported eggs, say UK authorities, who say they have identified two new clusters of the infection.The UK Health Security Agency, external reported 207 cases last week. That has been increased to 259, with the two new clusters bringing the total to 474. There have been two deaths recorded.Some of the cases date back a year, but all involve bacteria that are almost genetically identical, suggesting a common food source.Investigations are ongoing, but based on what is known so far, experts say…
Game On: Sports News, Highlights & Commentary HOUSTON — The Hamilton Tiger-Cats signed former Prairie View A&M starting quarterback Cameron Peters on Aug. 25, according to the club’s release.Peters joins Hamilton eight months after helping lead Prairie View A&M to the 2025 SWAC championship and the program’s first Celebration Bowl appearance. He threw for 3,723 yards and 27 touchdowns across two seasons with the Panthers while adding 598 rushing yards and five scores.Peters is the second quarterback from an HBCU program the Tiger-Cats have signed in 2026. Hamilton also signed former Jackson State quarterback JaCobian Morgan after he went undrafted…
Fresh from the Kitchen: Recipes & Food Inspiration Prep the Ingredients: Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Dice the carrot, bell pepper, and onion into half-inch pieces, and crush or mince the garlic.1 large carrot, 1 bell pepper, ½ onion, 8 cloves garlicSeason chicken with salt and pepper, plus one tablespoon of curry powder, getting seasoning under skin.2 pounds bone-in chicken, salt, black pepper, 1 tablespoons hot curry powderSear the Chicken: Heat one tablespoon of oil in Dutch oven over medium-high flame, then add chicken skin side down until browned and easily releases from pan (about 5-6 minutes), then flip…
Glow & Grow: Black Beauty, Haircare, and Skincare Tips A smooth, formal bump ponytail using one clip and zero teasing. Perfect for weddings, work events, or anytime you need a polished look fast. Steps in this tutorial: Middle part + high ponytail Flip the ponytail forward Clip to hold hair forced forward Bring tail back to form the bump Elastic to secure Cross and hide the ends underneath No teasing, no insert needed, just a clip and an elastic. #hairtutorial #ponytailhairstyle #easyhairstyles #formalhairstyle #hairhack Reader Interactions This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.…
Faith & Reflection: Voices from the Black Church and Beyond From the moment the prime minister, Anthony Albanese, belatedly announced the royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion, he clearly wanted the inquiry to be short and tightly focussed. No detours.By setting Commissioner Virginia Bell a deadline of December 14 – the anniversary of the Bondi massacre – to deliver her report, the PM signalled he had no appetite for surprises or delays.He seems to have got his wish. The public hearings started in May and wrapped up this week, less than four months in total. Given that there were…
Style Spotlight: Looks, Trends & Fashion Inspiration Summer outfits have a funny way of coming together. Sometimes the dress is cute, the shoes are solid, and then one accessory completely changes the game. Lately, all eyes have been on the extras. Beaded jewelry is everywhere, scarves are being styled in more ways than ever, and tote bags have officially become part of the outfit instead of an afterthought. The fashion crowd is leaning into pieces that add personality, color, and a little bit of fun. That’s exactly where African print accessories shine. Whether paired with African clothing or mixed into…
Black History & Cultural Point Of Views: In every period of American background, ton of money have actually quietly swelled behind the curtain of government contracts, a reoccuring pattern that connects Opulent Age railway barons to modern-day tech titans. Cornelius Vanderbilt, that developed steamship wealth on government mail agreements, was taken part his day by Leland Stanford, Collis Huntington, Mark Hopkins, and Charles Crocker– the “Big 4” whose Central Pacific Railroad realm was financed by federal land grants and federal government bonds so generous they almost printed cash. A century later on, Riley Bechtel turned Bechtel Company right into a…
Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers The senior living industry is facing a growing development and supply gap, and it needs more than $1 trillion in investments through 2050 to meet demand. That’s according to a newly updated NIC MAP Senior Housing Market Outlook, released Wednesday. The same analysis in 2024 had put the figure needed to meet demand by 2050 at about $800 million, meaning that senior living companies have fallen even further behind with regard to growth since then. Construction starts have fallen 67% since 2021 to roughly 10,000 units in 2025, with a construction…
Local Voices. Statewide Impact. Stay Informed with North Florida News Welcome to OBGYN Champs, the show where no question is off limits. Join host Morgan Allen and board-certified OB/GYN Dr. Suny Caminero, MD, as they tackle the topics women are often too embarrassed, afraid, or unsure to ask about. From hormones, menopause, and sexual wellness to pregnancy, pelvic health, cosmetic gynecology, and everything in between, each episode delivers honest conversations, expert advice, and practical insights to help women take control of their health with confidence. Whether you’re in your 20s, navigating motherhood, approaching menopause, or simply looking for trustworthy answers,…