Tag Archives: In the News
Haiti’s President May Pardon Former Dictator Jean-Claude Duvalier
Keeping Haiti in mind, President Michel Martelly explores possible pardon for the ex-dictator
Haiti’s president, Michel Martelly, suggested Thursday that he might pardon former dictator Jean-Claude Duvalier, saying…
By Sade K. Muhammad
Heart & Soul Magazine Under New Ownership
The 18-year-old publication expands target market with recent purchase
National wellness publication Heart & Soul has been sold by independent owner Edwin V. Avent…
By Janel Martinez
Twitter Acquires Internet Security Startup Dasient
In an effort to beef up security, the popular microblogging site purchased the three-year-old Internet security firm
On Monday, Twitter attained Dasient, a security startup offering malware protection for businesses.
By Janel Martinez
Supreme Court Says GPS Tracker Violated Rights
The high court ruled collectively that the police's actions violated the Constitution
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Monday that law enforcement authorities violated the Constitution when…
By Sade K. Muhammad
President Obama Sings Al Green’s ‘Let’s Stay Together’ at the Apollo Theater
The president belted out a short rendition of Green’s classic hit at a fundraiser on Thursday
President Barack Obama visited the landmark Apollo Theater in Harlem on Thursday, where he broke…
By Sade K. Muhammad
Legendary Singer Etta James Dies at 73
The six-time Grammy-winning artist died from complications from leukemia on Friday
Etta James, whose powerhouse voice sparked such hits as “The Wallflower,” Something’s Got a Hold…
By Janel Martinez
Perry Ends Bid for President, Endorses Gingrich
Texas Gov. Rick Perry abandons his presidential bid
Gov. Rick Perry dropped out of the Republican presidential race in North Charleston, South Carolina…
By Sade K. Muhammad
Herman Cain Announces ‘Revolution Solution’ Bus Tour
The former Godfather's Pizza CEO keeps 999 alive with the launch of his tour
Herman Cain announced Wednesday on Fox News he will start a “Revolution Solution” bus tour…
By Sade K. Muhammad
Santorum’s Comment Ties Black People to Public Assistance
The Republican presidential candidate’s recent comment links black people to government assistance
Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum’s recent comment ties black people to public assistance.
By Sade K. Muhammad
Michele Bachmann Drops Out of Republican Race
The third-term Minnesota congresswoman is gracefully bowing out of the presidential campaign
After placing sixth in Tuesday’s Iowa Republican caucuses, Rep. Michele Bachmann announced Wednesday she is…
