Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black Music' and benefactor of athletes and politicians, dies at 92
Clarence Avant, the manager, entrepreneur, facilitator and adviser who helped launch or guide the careers of Quincy Jones, Bill Withers and many others and came to be known as “The Godfather of Black Music,” has died
2023-08-14 21:49
Broadway-bound revival of 'The Wiz' finds its next Dorothy, thanks in part to TikTok
A 24-year-old triple threat who toured in “Hairspray,” competed on “American Idol” and came to the attention of casting agents with her TikTok videos has landed the plumb role of Dorothy in the Broadway-bound production of “The Wiz.”
2023-08-14 21:23
6 former Mississippi officers expected to plead guilty Monday in alleged torture of 2 Black men
Six former Mississippi law enforcement officers accused of torturing and abusing two Black men are set to appear in court Monday, when they are expected to plead guilty to state charges.
2023-08-14 21:20
Explainer-Maui inferno: What are the deadliest wildfires in US history?
By Stephen Culp (Reuters) -The Maui wildfires in Hawaii have killed at least 96, making it the deadliest U.S. wildfire
2023-08-14 20:55
Sweden calls for vigilance abroad after Quran desecrations and protests
A senior Swedish official says Swedes abroad and businesses linked to Sweden “should observe increased vigilance and caution,” following recent Quran burnings in the country and protests in the Muslim world
2023-08-14 20:54
Italy marks 5th anniversary of Morandi bridge collapse with demands for justice for the 43 killed
Italy is marking the fifth anniversary of the collapse of Genoa’s Morandi Bridge with a minute of silence and demands for justice for the 43 people who died
2023-08-14 20:25
Rights group urges rapid international intervention to end spiraling gang violence in Haiti
A human rights group has urged the international community to intervene quickly to end spiraling violence by gangs in Haiti
2023-08-14 20:25
Foreign tourism to Portugal registers best-ever first half
LISBON The number of foreign tourists visiting Portugal surpassed eight million in January-June, making it the best first
2023-08-14 20:21
A throng of interfaith leaders to focus on combating authoritarianism at global gathering in Chicago
Thousands of people representing scores of religions and belief systems are expected to convene in Chicago for a weeklong event
2023-08-14 20:18
In the shadow of US-China rivalry, Arab allies tread delicate ground
As oil-rich Gulf states seek to diversify their military partnerships, they are finding themselves ensnared in the intensifying rivalry for global dominance between the United States and China.
2023-08-14 20:17
Airlines, hotels branch out with experiences to lure travelers
By Doyinsola Oladipo NEW YORK Casino operator MGM Resorts International is finding Formula One's inaugural stop in Las
2023-08-14 19:28
Saudi Arabia appoints first envoy to Palestinians amid talks on Israel normalization
Saudi Arabia has appointed its first ambassador to the Palestinians, in a move that comes amid talks with the United States over a possible deal to normalize relations between the Gulf kingdom and Israel.
2023-08-14 19:23