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Indigenous Peoples’ Day is not only a time to recognize Native American history but also an opportunity to explore the deep connections between African American and Native American communities. These two groups have a long, complex history of shared struggles, including colonization, displacement, and enslavement. For instance, during the Trail of Tears in the 1830s, […]
Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson were awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics for their research on the institutional foundations of national wealth and poverty. Their work focuses on how the institutions established in former European colonies continue to shape economic outcomes today. The researchers found that colonies with inclusive, democratic institutions, often […]
Users are falling victim to a sophisticated AI-based account takeover scam, which carefully impersonates Google staff over multiple weeks. Sam Mitrovic, an IT consultant and tech blogger, received a notification to approve a Gmail account recovery attempt, which he denied. According to his blog, Mitrovic then received a call roughly 40 minutes later, showing the caller […]
7-Eleven announced its closing 450 underperforming stores nationwide. The convenience store parent company Steven & I Holdings based in Japan said a drop in sales with cigarettes, inflation and slow foot traffic are the main reasons. There wasn’t a list of closing stores released. 7-Eleven closing nearly 450 underperforming stores (nypost.com)
T.I. has officially announced his retirement from performing. During an interview on 96.1 The Beat’s “Rari at 2” show, the Atlanta rap legend revealed that his headlining performance at the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball on December 19 at State Farm Arena will be his last. T.I. explained that he no longer needs the money and no […]
A hot-air balloon struck and collapsed a radio tower in Albuquerque, New Mexico, during the city’s annual Balloon Fiesta on Friday. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The balloon, carrying three people, safely landed in a field after hitting the tower, which transmits for radio station KKOB-AM. The incident is under investigation by the Federal Aviation […]
Fox’s Deli in Brighton and the House of Guitars in Irondequoit have both been nominated for the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry. Fox’s Deli, originally opened by Irving Fox in 1943 with roots dating back to 1929, is known for its traditional Jewish recipes and loyal customer base. Current owner Alex Rhinewald expressed […]
Seneca Park Zoo is welcoming two new Masai giraffes, a one-year-old male named Elliot and a three-year-old female named Kura, who were transferred from the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. This move is part of the Species Survival Plan Breeding recommendation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), aimed at managing species across AZA-accredited […]
Virginia McCullough, a British woman who murdered her parents and lived alongside their bodies for four years, has been sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum of 36 years before parole eligibility. McCullough pleaded guilty to the 2019 murders of her father, John, whom she poisoned, and her mother, Lois, whom she beat with a […]
The 2024 HBCU homecoming season is here, and campuses across the country are gearing up for one of the most exciting times of the year. Homecoming at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) is more than just a football game—it is an immersive experience that honors the rich history and vibrant culture of HBCUs, bringing […]
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