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- Vermont has no facility for people incompetent to stand trial. Could that finally change?
Vermont lawmakers are considering a bill to address the gap. The debate centers on balancing defendants’ rights with public safety. The post Vermont has no facility for people incompetent to stand trial. Could that finally change? appeared first on Boston.com.
- Gas explosion in New Hampshire sparks a fire at a mental health facility
Three firefighters were injured when a natural gas leak caused an explosion and fire at a New Hampshire mental health center, but the building’s tenants and clients all evacuated safely. The post Gas explosion in New Hampshire sparks a fire at a mental health facility appeared first on […]
- Parents navigate a fracturing vaccine landscape
Rattled by the C.D.C.’s actions and the spread of measles, some parents are scrambling to figure out how to best protect their children. The post Parents navigate a fracturing vaccine landscape appeared first on Boston.com.
Local News
- The Real Reason Your Google Ads Aren’t Converting (And How a PPC Audit Fixes It Fast)
You’re getting clicks, the traffic looks solid, but when you check the conversions, there’s nothing. This is a problem many UK businesses face. They pour […]
- Age Strong Commission to Host Cost-Saving Clinics Across Boston Neighborhoods to Help Older Residents Make Ends Meet
Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston’s Age Strong Commission launched a series of in-person cost-savings clinics for Boston’s older adult residents ages 55 and up. […]
- Google Launches WAXAL, an Open Source Dataset for African Languages
After three years of development, Google, in partnership with African research institutes, has finally announced WAXAL. WAXAL, derived from the word […]
- Mayor Michelle Wu Announces City's Black History Month Programming
Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston’s Equity & Inclusion Cabinet announced a series of programs to mark the start of the 100th anniversary of […]
- Ryan Coogler Named Creative of the Year as Creative Collective NYC Celebrates 83 Black Innovators
Sinners director, Ryan Coogler has joined the elite roster of culture shifters honored by the Harlem born ognzanization thats redefining what creative […]
- Stanford Grads Launch $2M Breakthrough Accelerator to Empower Student Founders
Two Stanford graduates have raised $2 million for Breakthrough Ventures, an accelerator program that supports student- and recent-graduate startups nationwide. […]
- Mayor Wu Announces Ailin Sha As Boston’s Next Youth Poet Laureate
Photo courtesy of Ailin Sha Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture announced that after a competitive search process, 18-year-old […]
- Waymo Secures $16B to Expand Autonomous Ride-Hailing into New Markets
Waymo has announced a $16 billion funding round to expand its autonomous ride-hailing operations. The round was led by Dragoneer Investment Group, DST Global, […]
- City of Boston Launches Directory to Connect Residents to Workforce Development Programs
The Office of Workforce Development (OWD) launched the Workforce Development Program Directory to connect residents to no-cost and low-cost job training, […]
- (BPRW) DMV Links Chapters Kick Off Heart Health Month on National Wear Red Day
(Black PR Wire) Washington, DC - The Arlington (VA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, along with 14 other Links chapters across Washington, DC, Maryland, and […]
Global News
- Before Rosa Parks It Was Claudette Colvin: The 15-Year-Old Who Helped End Bus Segregation
Before Rosa Parks, 15-year-old Claudette Colvin refused to give up her bus seat, sparking a pivotal fight for justice.
- Everything You Need To Know About The NFL Honors’ Performers & Award Nominees
The NFL Honors – the league’s answer to the Grammys and Oscars is being held on the Thursday before the Super Bowl, when basically everyone who isn’t […]
- Facts About Rosa Parks You Probably Didn’t Know
Rosa Parks was a lifelong civil rights activist, not just a woman who refused a bus seat. Her bravery sparked a movement and inspired generations.
- Trending on the Timeline: Stefon Diggs, and Don Lemon’s Arrest
DJ Misses spills tea on Instagram ad controversy and Diddy’s trial, with prosecutors pushing for an 11-year sentence.
- Co-opting African literature
In its first year, the Sharjah Festival of African Literature welcomed about 10,000 visitors. For four
- Aged To Perfection — 20 Of The Sexiest Black Male Celebs Over 50
This gallery of Black male celebrities over 50 continue to turn heads, shift rooms, and remind us that grown-man energy is undefeated. The post Aged To […]
- Black History Month: Music Inspired By The Social Justice Movement
Black History Month: Music Inspired By The Social Justice Movement Throughout history, Black musicians have used their platform to capture the fullness of the […]
- 8 US Travel Destinations That Showcase Black History For Children And Teens
Visiting historic neighborhoods, museums, and cultural landmarks invites meaningful conversations and reminds us that history is rooted in real people, places, […]
- ‘WWE Unreal’ Exclusive: R-Truth Reflects On The “We Want Truth” Moment
R-Truth, a dynamic WWE superstar, reflects on his career and fan support despite being relegated to comedy roles.
- Reshona Landfair: Jane Doe From The R. Kelly Tape Breaks Her Silence, Says She Was Brainwashed By Singer—’I Was Empty’
Reshona Landfair, R. Kelly's teenage victim, bravely recounts her abuse and exploitation in a new memoir. The post Reshona Landfair: Jane Doe From The R. Kelly […]