Monday 07.08.2019

California About To Become 1st State To Ban Natural Hair Discrimination In U.S.

Discrimination against employees or students based on their natural hairstyles will soon be illegal in California, as the state becomes the first in the nation to ban discrimination over natural hair.

What Summertime Means For Black Children

The arrival of summer generates excitement. But it could also bring challenges for both parents and educators. Many students experience a loss in math learning during the summer months known commonly as “summer slide.”

Ebony, Jet Magazines Fire Remainder Of Staff, May Close for Good

The company that bought the iconic Ebony and Jet magazines in 2016 fired the online editorial staff in June and finished the job last week, firing the rest of the staff with little or no notice.

IMF Predicts Central Banks Will Issue Digital Currencies

Cryptocurrency assets backed by central banks are likely to become a reality, according to a survey of central banks, finance ministries and other government agencies in 189 countries.

Swamp Thang: New York Progressives Are Now Targeting Establishment Democrat Gregory Meeks

Rep. Gregory Meeks, D-N.Y., may be in danger of losing his long stronghold. Progressive Democrats have been challenging the longtime politician, especially as several of his connections are coming into question.