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Meet 6 Startups Selected For Google’s Accelerator Africa

Google has unveiled the latest cohort startups selected for its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa program.  The...

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Ada Ventures, a prominent early-stage venture capital firm, has launched AdaGPT, an AI tool designed to assist startup founders in perfecting their pitch decks.  The free and anonymous...

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Houston’s Best-Kept Secrets: 10 Hidden Gems to Explore

June 24, 2024 by Jasica Usman Reading Time: 5 minutes Houston is well-known for its vibrant hotspots, but beyond the famous sights lies a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. From secret tunnels and unique eateries to off-the-beaten-path museums...

The Evolution of Country Music: Embracing Diversity and Innovation

In 1962, rhythm-and-blues singer Ray Charles made a bold move with his album Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music. Instead of traditional country instrumentation, he used big-band orchestration and strings. Initially, his record label worried...

Eat, Celebrate, Repeat: The Ultimate 2024 Foodie Calendar

We’ve scoured the globe to bring you the ultimate lineup of national and international foodie holidays. From classic comfort foods to exotic treats, our 2024 Foodie Calendar is your go-to resource for a year packed...

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North Korea says Travis King wants refuge from mistreatment, racism in US. Is this a North Korean smear campaign or a issue that continues...

Source: Reuters SEOUL, Aug 16 (Reuters) - North Korea has concluded that U.S. soldier Travis King wants refuge there or elsewhere because of "inhuman maltreatment and racial discrimination" in the U.S. and the military, state media said on Wednesday. It...

Conservative activist behind US affirmative action cases sues venture capital fund that supports Black women who own small businesses, accusing it of unlawful racial...

Aug 2 (Reuters) - A group founded by the conservative activist instrumental in the U.S. Supreme Court's June decision rejecting affirmative action in collegiate admissions on Wednesday sued an Atlanta-based venture capital fund that supports Black women who...

On this day in Black History: The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is Passed

July 7, 1964, marks a pivotal day in the journey toward racial equality in the United States. The Civil Rights Act of 1964, a groundbreaking piece of legislation, was signed into law by President Lyndon B....

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This Collective’s Digital Heists Are Liberating Looted Art From Museums To The Metaverse

Looty is the anonymous collective digitally capturing 3D representations of looted artifacts, repatriating them in the metaverse. For centuries, museums and private collections around the world have been...

Black outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates talk inclusivity | The Wilderness Society

Aleshea Carrieré, Texas  Aleshea (she/her) is a southern girl living in Dallas who loves food, traveling and the outdoors. She writes about all of that on her blog, where you will find incredible recipes, tips...

BLACK FOODIE’s California Guide • BLACK FOODIE

California is well known for its beaches and its laid-back way of life, but you might not realize that the Golden State is rich with diversity and amazing eats. This month I took a journey down...

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On this day in Black History: FIRST BLACK SOLO FLIGHT AROUND THE WORLD LANDS

Jamaican born pilot Barrington Irving lands at the Opa-Locka Airport in Miami after 95 days of travel. Irving is the youngest person and first black person first Jamaican American, and youngest person EVER to pilot a...

Black Indianans To Access Tech Apprenticeships Thanks To $300K Grant

The Indianapolis African Quality of Life Initiative (IAAQLI) has pledged to give $300,000 in grant support for Black people in tech. As a result of this funding, tech...

Asian Americans Most Likely To Join ERGs, But Still Feel Excluded From DEI Initiatives

Asian American professionals are more likely to join Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) than their colleagues but feel excluded from workplace DEI initiatives, according to new research by...

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Meet 6 Startups Selected For Google’s Accelerator Africa

Google has unveiled the latest cohort startups selected for its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa program.  The...

Mike Tyson, Usher-Backed Fitness Platform Now Tracks Your Kicks

FightCamp, the at-home boxing and kickboxing fitness company backed by Mike Tyson and Usher, has...

LeBron James’ Media Company Is Merging With ‘The Kardashians’ Producer

Two entertainment powerhouses, SpringHill Company and Fulwell 73, have announced a merger, combining their expertise...

Angel Investor Hannah Bronfman Is Gearing Up To Launch Her Own Fund

Hannah Bronfman, the wellness entrepreneur turned prolific angel investor, has revealed her plans to launch...

Ada Ventures Launches AdaGPT To Perfect Startup Pitches

Ada Ventures, a prominent early-stage venture capital firm, has launched AdaGPT, an AI tool designed...

Microsoft And Black Veterans For Social Justice Train 5,000 Veterans For Tech Careers

Black Veterans for Social Justice (BVSJ), a Brooklyn-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans, has teamed...