In Culpeper, Virginia, a long-standing injustice has finally been addressed. Over a century ago, three Black men – Charles Allie Thompson, William Thompson, and William Grayson – were lynched in the rural county, their names largely erased from history. A recent development brings new hope for those seeking justice and recognition for their tragic fate. … Read more
The 2024 presidential election may seem like a stark contrast to Trump’s previous term, where he tapped into economic discontent among lower-income voters. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that Trump’s campaign funding came predominantly from billionaires, indicating a more nuanced and complex picture. Trump has promised to deliver “the best jobs, the biggest … Read more
A 47-million-year-old fossil of the Othniophyton elongatum plant has been re-examined by researchers at the Florida Museum of Natural History. The initial identification of the species as a member of the ginseng family has been disputed due to new findings. In 1969, fossilized leaves were discovered in eastern Utah and initially assigned to the ginseng … Read more
Florida State is recruiting elite offensive lineman Lamar Brown for the 2026 class, adding to their efforts to bolster their line. Brown is a top prospect and has been ranked among the top players in his position. Meanwhile, other top prospects are making headlines. Ohio cornerback Elbert Hill is a five-star prospect and one of … Read more
Tyler Perry’s WWII drama “The Six Triple Eight” tells the true story of an all-Black unit of the Women’s Army Corps, a group that faced racism and sexism despite their impossible assignment. The film stars Kerry Washington and Oprah Winfrey. During World War II, 855 women from the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion were given … Read more
Volkswagen (VW) has reached a deal with unions to cut around 35,000 jobs in Germany, as part of efforts to reduce costs and increase competitiveness in the European market. The agreement was hailed by union leaders as a “Christmas miracle” after 70 hours of grueling negotiations. The deal includes sharp capacity reductions and would allow … Read more
The Dow Jones Industrial Average and other major indexes dropped on Friday as investors reacted to the failed attempt to avert a government shutdown with a funding bill backed by President-elect Donald Trump. The failure of the House GOP bill came after dozens of Republican lawmakers voted against it, along with almost all Democrats. Key … Read more
OnePlus is set to launch its next-generation smartwatch, the OnePlus Watch 3, globally in Q1 2025. The new model will feature a design similar to the current OnePlus Watch 2 but with a significant upgrade: a rotary dial. This tactile interface complements the touchscreen and offers a more intuitive way to navigate the user interface. … Read more
Kylie Kelce, a 32-year-old high school field hockey coach, has taken the top spot on Apple Podcasts with her podcast “Not Gonna Lie With Kylie Kelce”. The show surpassed “The Joe Rogan Experience”, which was held at number one for several weeks. Kelce attributes her success to honesty, as seen in her headline-grabbing statements and … Read more
Russia’s central bank surprised markets by leaving interest rates unchanged at 21%, citing improved monetary tightness that has brought inflation under control. The decision comes despite a 0.4 percentage point increase in the consumer price index to 8.9% in November, driven largely by rising food prices. The central bank noted that tightening monetary conditions had … Read more