Long ago, in the early days of the United States, voting wasn't a quiet, private affair. The first presidential elections, held from 1788 to 1789, involved only white men shouting out their candidates' names publicly. This method, known as viva voce or voice voting, was the norm for nearly half a ce
Vice President Kamala Harris has rolled out a new plan aimed at supporting Black men across various aspects of life. This agenda, unveiled on Monday, includes measures to assist entrepreneurs, educators, and those involved in digital currencies. It also addresses health issues that disproportionatel
As the US election gets closer, Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris hit the campaign trail on Sunday to gain support in key states. In North Carolina, Harris challenged her rival at Greenville's Black church, accusing them of spreading false information about hurricanes Helene and Mil
A survey by Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center found that one in four American adults believe they might have undiagnosed attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This mental health condition is often associated with children, usually boys, who struggle with focus at school. However
China has kicked off major military drills around Taiwan, calling it a “stern warning” against the island's independence push. Taiwan's Defense Ministry condemned the exercises as “unreasonable provocation.” The drills, dubbed Joint Sword-2024B, involve China’s army, navy, air force, and rocket forc
Nike has a new leader at the helm—Elliott Hill. He started his job on Monday, taking over a company facing tough times. Sales are down, and the stock price isn't looking great. Hill, a long-time Nike employee, retired in 2020 but is now back to steer the company through these choppy waters. Nike's
Vice President Kamala Harris is rolling out a new plan to support Black-owned businesses, particularly focusing on Black men. This comes as former President Donald Trump sees increasing support from Black voters. Her latest initiative promises loans of up to $20,000, which can be forgiven, for entre
Did you know that one in four adults in the U.S. think they might have undiagnosed ADHD? A recent survey from The Ohio State University found this growing awareness, especially among younger adults. But here's a surprising fact: only 13% of those who suspect they have ADHD have actually talked to a
Winter is creeping in, and it's starting with a whisper rather than a roar. The first snow of the season is headed northward, far from the cities of Duluth and Superior. The National Weather Service of Duluth announced this snowy debut early Saturday morning, October 12th. It's a gentle nudge into w
The Samsung Galaxy A16 might be the best-selling budget Android phone, but is it worth your money? Let's break down the issues. First off, the design is outdated. Thick display borders and notches? That's so last year. And the size? It's enormous, even compared to high-end phones. Now, let's ta
