
Philanthropic group gifts HBCUs $124 million to increase student enrollment and retention
The HBCU Transformation Project, a collaborative venture between the United Negro College Fund, Thurgood Marshall College Fund and the Partnership for Education Advancement, announced on Wednesday a $124 million investment from philanthropic group Blue Meridian Partners.
2023-09-15 08:28

In a bad omen for inflation, US oil prices top $90 a barrel for the first time this year
US oil prices climbed above $90 a barrel on Thursday for the first time in 10 months, threatening to push gasoline prices even higher and heat up inflation across the economy.
2023-09-15 08:25

College football rankings: Top 25 teams re-ranked by Win Out Percentage
Where would each team in the AP Top 25 sit if the college football rankings were based on computer calculations for who has the greatest chance to win out in 2023?
2023-09-15 08:20

DeSantis rips Trump for claiming not to know who gave Fauci presidential commendation: 'Is this the immaculate commendation?'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized Donald Trump for claiming he doesn't know who gave Dr. Anthony Fauci a presidential commendation that the former president awarded him.
2023-09-15 08:20

Kim Jong Un-Putin talks: What do the optics tell us?
The meeting between North Korean and Russian leaders was orchestrated to send a message to the West.
2023-09-15 08:18

Peru's central bank cuts benchmark interest rate to 7.5%
Peru's central bank on Thursday cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 7.5% after holding
2023-09-15 07:59

Quest to bring priest charged with torture in Argentina to justice
Father Franco Reverberi is wanted in Argentina on charges of murder and torture under military rule.
2023-09-15 07:53

Ukraine's Zelensky expected to meet Biden during US trip
The visit comes as US lawmakers debate sending another $24bn (£19bn) to Ukraine.
2023-09-15 06:45

Bella Hadid seen with shaved head in new Marc Jacobs campaign
It’s official, Bella Hadid can pull off any look. In Marc Jacobs’ new jaw-dropping photos for its “Heaven” fall 2023 collection, the 26-year-old supermodel was pictured bare - shaved head and all. Her skin appeared smooth without a single hair in sight, as she posed in the futuristic universe crafted by the mind of Jacobs and photographer Carlijn Jacobs. Rather than formatting her sleek long locks to fit the concept of the collection, the team started with a clean slate, swiping Hadid’s hair and eyebrows. While her head remained bald, the brand’s muse could be seen with reconfigured dark brows angled upward. In the campaign, Hadid was placed on an entirely different planet with armour inspired by Marc Jacob’s iconic Kiki Boots. “The fall 2023 collection pays homage to the cult favourite Kiki Boot with the introduction of the Kiki Group, an assortment of ready-to-wear and accessories,” the fashion brand said in an official statement. With a long, spiraling silver tube seemingly coming out of her spine, the Dutch-Palestinian runway star celebrates the dominatrix essence of the platform boot. The campaign image also paid special attention to Hadid’s oversized wired ear cuff, which retails for $150, as she sat nude in front of the camera. Just five months ago, Hadid candidly spoke about her 15-year struggle with Lyme disease after taking five-month break to seek treatment at a wellness center in California. On 6 August, she posted a carousel of photos of herself in a doctor’s chair with an IV in her arm. “The little me that suffered would be so proud of grown me for not giving up on myself,” Hadid wrote on Instagram. “Living in this state, worsening with time and work while trying to make myself, my family and the people who support me, proud, had taken a toll on me in ways I can’t really explain.” “To be that sad and sick with the most blessings/privilege/opportunity/love around me was quite possibly the most confusing thing ever. One thing I want to express to you all is that one: I am OK and you do not have to worry, and two: I wouldn’t change anything for the world,” Hadid continued. “I have so much gratitude for and perspective on life.” In addition to Lyme disease, Hadid has also endured chronic disease and co-infection treatment. “Almost 15 years of invisible suffering was all worth it if I’m able to, God willing, have a lifetime of spreading love from a full cup and being able to truly be myself, for the first time ever,” she said. Read More Bella Hadid raises eyebrows after posting a GoFundMe page Bella Hadid looks back on ‘15 years of invisible suffering’ with Lyme disease What is Lyme disease? Bella Hadid reveals ’15 years of invisible suffering’
2023-09-15 06:27

Election officials reject calls to unilaterally block Trump from ballot using 14th Amendment but will defer to courts
Election officials in key states have recently rejected calls to unilaterally remove former President Donald Trump from the 2024 ballot and are saying courts should decide whether he's disqualified by the 14th Amendment's "insurrectionist ban."
2023-09-15 06:17

Southwest Airlines 'very prepared' for winter - CEO
Southwest Airlines said on Thursday it was better-prepared to handle upcoming winter weather thanks to the low-cost carrier's
2023-09-15 05:52

New Suns owner offers goodwill gift to fans
As Mat Ishbia begins his second season as the Suns owner, he has decided to give free TV access to Suns games for Arizona residents.
2023-09-15 05:52