Too much screen time may be damaging kids’ eyesight
Myopia rates are getting worse in Canadian kids, according to a recent study. Some say part of the solution is…
Amid romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak, restaurants aim to soothe customers
The CDC said Friday that at least 98 people in 22 states have been affected by the E. coli outbreak.…
Talk therapy may help soldiers combat insomnia
(Reuters Health) – Talk therapy for insomnia is effective at reducing insomnia, as well as mental fatigue, among military personnel,…
Alfie Evans, UK toddler at center of legal battle, dies
Brain-damaged toddler Alfie Evans, has died, his parents announced early Saturday. Alfie is seen in the arms of his mother,…
What’s on tap for the beer industry?
The beer industry was disappointed by a recent Supreme Court decision to maintain rules on interprovincial liquor transfers. Fred Landtmeters,…
Shania Twain apologizes for Donald Trump support
Shania Twain has apologized after telling a British newspaper that she would have voted for U.S. President Donald Trump if…
U.K. vs Russia: A new Cold War?
The U.K. expelled 23 Russian diplomats after the poisoning of a former Russian spy. Russia has retaliated by expelling 23…
Is 420 finished in Canada? | Q&A
420 celebrations were held on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. But what happens when Canada’s Cannabis prohibition ends? Catherine Cullen took…
Doctors are now ‘re-gifting’ kidneys to save lives
About 25 percent of recipients of donated kidneys die with a functioning kidney that could be reused. (iStock) Vertis Boyce…
Zimbabwe says will issue cannabis licences to growers
HARARE (Reuters) – Zimbabweans can now apply for licences to grow cannabis for medical and research purposes, the government has…
Cosby Convicted; Uber’s Diversity Problem
Just in case you’ve missed some of the black small business and other news stories we published last week, we’ve…
Millennial Moves: Bringing eSports to High Schools across America
Twenty-five-year-old Delane Parnell launched the platform PlayVS to get high school students involved in eSports, a form of competition using…
CHINA: Travelling home during the Lunar New Year season
The world’s largest human migration of the year has begun, as hundreds of millions of migrant workers in China start…
Mae Jemison on Choosing to be an Astronaut—or a Dancer
When NASA astronauts rocket into space, they are allowed to take a few souvenirs from Earth with them. Dr. Mae…
Underground Railroad Museum Preserves Memories of Freedom Seekers That Passed Through Niagara Falls
Throughout the Civil War of 1812, and the many years prior, as freedom seekers escaped slavery in the South through…
INVESTOR INSIGHTS: CHINA’s LUCKY 7%
China has announced a new 7% growth mantra after its economy slowed to its softest pace in 24-years in 2014.…
SG+: Ageing Workforce – Finding the Silver Lining
As one of Asia’s fastest ageing populations, it is estimated that by 2030, one-fifth of the population will be 65…
10 Nov 2013 Spotlight: A race to enhance Singapore’s eldercare services
Singapore’s rising ageing population has led to an increase in the demand for care for the elderly. But while building…
Tanzania’s helium deposit [The Morning Call]
Tanzania could hold the worlds solution to ending the fear of helium shortage. After the discovery of over 54 billion…
Zimbabwean white farmers cautiously optimistic about president’s land pledge
White farmers in Zimbabwe are cautiously optimistic about the future after the new president pledged to compensate those who lost…
Egypt’s Sisi arrives in Paris for three-day visit
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi was welcomed to Paris on Monday (October 23) by French Defence Minister Florence Parly for…
Cameroon: Designer finds fashionable ways to promote ancient toghu cloth
Liz Ngwane, a fashion designer in Buea, Cameroon is working on one of her latest outfits at her store in…
Rwanda dreams big in essential oil production [Business Africa]
Somalia real estate For roughly twenty three years the civil war in Somalia had ruined basic infrastructure in the country.…
Morocco’s African Union reintegration controversy [The Morning Call]
Participants at the recent MEDays International Forum in Tangiers, Morocco are in favour of the reintegration of Morocco into the…
Carrie Underwood shares close-up video of her face while joking with husband Mike Fisher
Carrie Underwood is showing more of her face since opening up earlier this month about her scary fall. The country…
‘Avengers: Infinity War’ topples ‘Star Wars’ for best box office opening ever
This image released by Marvel Studios shows, from left, Benedict Cumberbatch, Robert Downey Jr., Mark Ruffalo and Benedict Wong in…
Signing of DRC peace deal pushed further
The Democratic Republic of Congo might have to wait a little longer, for the signing of a peace deal between…
Mali, Algeria step up war against terror
Mali and Algeria, which share a long border, have pledged to intensify the fight against terrorism. Bamako reaffirmed the commitment…
Tate Reveals Shortlist for 2018 Turner Prize -ARTnews
Naeem Mohaiemen, Tripoli Cancelled (still), 2017, digital video, color, sound, 95 minutes. ©2017 NAEEM MOHAIEMEN/COURTESY THE ARTIST AND EXPERIMENTER, KOLKATA…
R. Kelly axed from Chicago Love Jam Concert after #MuteRKelly campaign
Amid a growing chorus of protests, embattled singer R. Kelly is no longer on the lineup of the upcoming Love…
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Kanye West to feature late mom’s surgeon on new album cover
Kanye West said his new album cover will include a photo of the plastic surgeon who operated on the rapper’s…
Gabrielle Union recounts rape experience to shut down Cosby apologists
Actress Gabrielle Union took to Twitter on Friday to blast Bill Cosby supporters who claim the former beloved TV dad-turned-sex…
Michelle Wolf doubles down on Sarah Sanders insults as journalists defend press secretary
Comedian Michelle Wolf doubled down on her personal attacks on Sarah Sanders during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after several…
The Art of Laurie Cooper, African American Art – October Gallery
http://www.octobergallery.com -The Art of Laurie Cooper, African American Art – October Gallery, Black Art, Art TV Network, African American Artists.…
Nick Wright reacts to Pats’ owner Kraft saying New England needs to draft a QB | FIRST THINGS FIRST
In his discussion with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright reacts to Robert Kraft saying that the New England…
Chris Broussard on why the 76ers could dethrone Cavs to win East in 2018 | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Joining Cris Carter, Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe in studio on First Things First, Chris Broussard unveils why Ben Simmons…
Cris Carter on how Curry, Draymond and Klay’s injuries affect Warriors, Rockets | FIRST THINGS FIRST
In light of the Warriors’ plethora of injured players, Cris Carter reveals to Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe why he…
Feeling the doodle-aah in African American Music with LaFrae Sci and Eli Yamin
LaFrae Sci teaches the doodle-aah and shuffle is the heartbeat of the blues with Eli Yamin. Teachers and students at…
NMAAM National Museum of African American Music “RED,White and BLUES”
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Neville Brothers Saxophonist Charles Neville Dead at 79
The Associated Press Orleans-born saxophone player Charles Neville, who once backed up B.B. King and later gained fame with the…
Trevor Noah: Donald Trump Is The First Sober Person I’ve Heard Doing ‘Drunk History’
“Normally, when Trump has a bad day we know Trump watches ‘Fox & Friends’ and yells at the TV, but…
The 20 Funniest Tweets From Women This Week
The ladies of Twitter never fail to brighten our days with their brilliant ― but succinct ― wisdom. Each week,…
Janelle Monáe Coming Out As Pansexual Sends Word To Top Of Merriam-Webster’s Search
The musician-actress Janelle Monáe came out as pansexual in an interview this week with Rolling Stone. Within 24 hours, the…
Destiny’s Child Have Boozy Post-Coachella Reunion (PHOTOS)
Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams’ Destiny’s Child reunion at Coachella already had fans hopeful the three singers would hit…
Everyone Needs To Watch Tracee Ellis Ross’ TED Talk On The Power Of Women’s Fury
Tracee Ellis Ross is encouraging women to acknowledge and welcome their fury. The actress gave a powerful TED Talk this…
Chance The Rapper Clarifies That He Does Not Support Donald Trump
Chance the Rapper clarified Friday that he does not support Donald Trump after the president praised him for his support.…
Bill Cosby Publicist Invokes Emmett Till In Calling Cosby’s Accusers Liars
Bill Cosby was found guilty of three felony counts of aggravated indecent assault on Thursday, but that hasn’t stopped his…
Bill Cosby Publicist Invokes Emmett Till In Calling Cosby’s Accusers Liars
Bill Cosby was found guilty of three felony counts of aggravated indecent assault on Thursday, but that hasn’t stopped his…
“This is Turkish Air Force, En garde!” – Have I Got News For You
The Turkish Air Force has released the audio when speaking to the Russian pilots going into the airspace, but confused…
China- Leftover men
The growing number of older single men in China is NOT just an outcome of a gender imbalance caused by…
Rwanda’s tech entrepreneurs use technology to tackle reproductive health challenges amongst youth
Young people in Rwanda face many barriers to sexual and reproductive health information making them vulnerable to diseases and unintended…
HEALTHY Desserts | Decadent + Guilt-Free + Vegan ? ? ✨
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Cris Carter on what Tiger Woods’ return to form means for the sport of golf | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Reflecting on Tiger Woods shooting 4-under par at Bay Hill, Cris Carter explains to Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe what…
Newfoundland town rejects rainbow crosswalk
Town council in Springdale, N.L., has rejected a motion from local high school students to paint an LGBTQ-friendly rainbow crosswalk.…