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iPhone 18 release date just got new evidence of delay, per leak
New evidence has just arrived via a reputable supply chain leaker of the base iPhone 18’s release date being later than usual.
US Adults Interested in, but Lack Knowledge About, Brain Health
US adults show strong interest in brain health, but very few report knowing a lot about ways to maintain a healthy brain.
Clearwater left in the dark on Scientology-linked entertainment project
Clearwater officials say a $50M EVO project lacks approvals or a formal proposal, despite public messaging that suggests it is moving forward.
Sphere Entertainment Co. Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) (“Sphere Entertainment” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. ...
KC's health care gap, by the numbers
A new Commonwealth Fund report finds Kansas dead last and Missouri second to last out of 39 states in how their health systems serve Black residents, with Black babies in Missouri dying before their first birthday at more than twice the rate of white babies.
Health care gaps persist for Black and Hispanic Pennsylvanians
A new report finds disparities in access, cost and outcomes across racial groups in Pennsylvania.
Mistrust, stigma shape health in Milwaukee's Black community
Health systems have a responsibility to look inward and rebuild trust.
Rodent droppings, expired food & black growth. Worst SC Midlands April restaurant inspections
There are plenty of great restaurants in the Midlands, but many don’t meet the state’s health and safety standards.
These Black maternal health groups laid groundwork for perinatal grants, then they were left out
The work they helped lead has garnered state dollars, legislative support and public praise, but their community-rooted organizations weren’t selected to reap any of the funds.
Legislative Dems follow highway robbery with blackmail
By Byron Pelton My colleagues across the aisle have revealed something extraordinary in their frantic attempt to get rid of Initiative 175: They believe Colorado voters are too stupid to notice their vote will be thrown out in furtherance of their elected representatives’ budget shell game. For more than a decade, the Democratic majority has […]
Real and durable wins for pro-choice? Maybe not so much
My regular reader (Hi, Jeff!) knows I don’t go out seeking to offend or bother my kindly readers. I don’t always try to upset people, even though I propose our president should be removed from office via the 25th Amendment, if his cabinet were not bootlicking sycophants and vaccine denying minions who regularly fail to […]
Baldwin introducing bill aiming to stop sports blackouts, cut streaming costs
The rise of streaming services have made watching games difficult for some sports fans.
Supreme Court justices spar over Louisiana’s effort to speed up elimination of majority-Black congressional district
The Supreme Court cleared the way Monday for Louisiana to redraw a hotly contested congressional map that the court ruled days earlier was an unconstitutional racial gerrymander, a highly technical decision that sparked a bitter back-and-forth between three conservatives and a member of the court’s liberal wing.
After pushback, Amazon rolls out Claude Code, Codex to all employees
Some Amazon staff had complained about a lack of access to top AI coding tools, arguing the company risked falling behind in developer productivity.
Black community speaks out against potential Debbie Wasserman Schultz candidacy in CD 20
Will Florida's longest-serving Democrat run for a historically Black seat?
Wall Street's $1.5 billion plan to build the 'McKinsey of AI'
Some of Wall Street's biggest investors, like Blackstone, are teaming up with Anthropic to build a consulting firm for the AI future.
Call Of Duty Will No Longer Release On Last-Gen Consoles
Activision has seemingly confirmed that Call of Duty is no longer releasing on last-gen consoles, starting with Modern Warfare 4.
Scientists Identify Another Contributor to Global Warming—and It's Everywhere
Researchers found that airborne microplastics trap nearly one-fifth as much heat as black carbon.
Introducing Autodesk for Small Business for the small businesses shaping Design and Make
Autodesk's new State of Small Business report* shows that small businesses across Design and Make industries are growing nearly 35% faster than the broader...
Public Health Needs Better Stories, Not Fewer Facts
In public health, we are trained to read the curve, trace the chain of transmission, and update guidance as evidence evolves.
Chicago's largest 25 construction companies for 2025
Despite growth at the top, seven of Chicago's largest 25 construction companies saw revenue decrease last year amid a lack of new development.
She’s a physician with access to great care. No one recognized her perimenopause.
Black women often start perimenopause early, and have more severe symptoms. It can be more than uncomfortable. Dangerous, even.
New Orleans youth sports group, facing funding cuts, could slash programs
A popular youth sports nonprofit may have to cut hundreds of kids from its rosters amid a loss of local and federal funding and a lack of facilities to accommodate growing demand.
Former star admits Liverpool’s lack of identity is worrying
Daniel Sturridge Questions Liverpool Identity Under Slot After Old Trafford DefeatLiverpool’s 3-2 defeat to Manchester United did more than deepen the anxiety around a faltering Premier League campa...
Changing the System to Support Maternal Mental Health
In the Greater Washington region, infant and maternal health is in peril. Black women make up about half of all births in DC but account for 90% of pregnancy-related deaths. This crisis is fueled in part by the structural failure to prioritize maternal mental health. Until policy and practice reflect this truth, outcomes will continue
Anthropic Nears $1.5 Billion Joint Venture With Wall Street Firms
Anthropic, Blackstone and Hellman & Friedman each expected to invest around $300 million; Goldman Sachs also an investor.
After Voting Rights Act setback, Black Americans brace for new fight
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting.
Louisiana Republicans eliminate Democrat's elected position
Louisiana Republicans eliminated the office a Democrat was set to assume after being overwhelmingly elected to a New Orleans-based post representing a Black-majority parish.
Beitar defeats Maccabi Tel Aviv in the capital
Jerusalem maintains a slim one-point lead over Hapoel Beersheba in the title race, as Yellow-and-blue is fading. Beitar Jerusalem defeated Maccabi Tel Aviv 4-2 over the weekend as four different goal scorers helped the yellow-and-black to the victory at Teddy Stadium and remain in first place with only six matchdays left in the Championship Playoffs.
Inspectors find moldy butter, evidence of rodents in local businesses
The state Department of Agriculture released the following reports of inspections of restaurants, markets and cafeterias in Lackawanna, Luzerne and Schuylkill counties conducted between April 16 and April 30. Lackawanna County 2WAYZ ONE…
Black maternal health, systemic issues Black women face in health care & the real world consequences
In this edition of Real Conversations in the QC, the cast sat down with community members and local experts to break down disease and healthcare issues that often affect the Black community.
Black maternal health, systemic issues Black women face in health care & the real world consequences
In this edition of Real Conversations in the QC, the cast sat down with community members and local experts to break down disease and healthcare issues that often affect the Black community.
Check in with your representatives in Washington: Supreme Court decision, maternal health bill and more
In Congress, Athens-Clarke County is represented by Democratic Sens. Jon Ossoff and Rev. Raphael Warnock and Republican Rep. Mike Collins. Here is the latest from Washington, D.C.
TST Best Bets: May 3, 2026
After the Philadelphia 76ers became the 14th team to ever come back from a 3-1 lead to win the series, the Detroit Pistons enter Sunday on the brink of history themselves. Detroit looked to be in dire straits against the Orlando Magic, as their physical defense made for a very poor matchup with the Pistons’ lack of secondary offensive creators behind Cade Cunningham. However, aided by an untimely injury to Franz Wagner for the Magic, the Pistons have started to look like the 60-win team they wer
California Politics 360 Full Episode | High-speed rail project facing delays
This week, the authority delayed a vote on the project’s latest business plan. State lawmakers and officials warn the plan lacks transparency, key cost information and violates state law.
FEMA and the American people deserve better than Trump’s political lackeys
The Official Website of the House Committee on Homeland Security
60 years building Black political power: He sees a wipeout coming
It was a trajectory the son of a poor sharecropper in the Jim Crow South never envisioned was possible.
He spent 60 years building Black political power. He sees a wipeout coming.
Press Robinson, who years ago mounted a legal fight to become the first Black person elected to a Louisiana school board, was on the losing side of the Supreme Court case weakening the Voting Rights Act.
🚨 Atlas vs Cruz Azul line-ups confirmed
The Clausura 2026 playoffs continue with Atlas vs. Cruz Azul at Estadio Jalisco. The red-and-blacks host the sky-blues in the quarterfinals and will look to strike first as they fight for a place in t...
Rep. Greg Casar pushes 'accountability and affordability message for Democrats in Austin
The Austin-area Democrat promised to hold Republicans accountable and tackle affordability, but danced around the thorny issue of state Rep. James Talarico's credibility with Black voters.
Experts: Midwives are the solution to Black maternal health disparities
Midwives do more than birth babies, and their role in pregnancy and childbirth is being re-evaluated as a way to reduce the high rate of maternal mortality ...
State redistricting battles intensify following U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act
A Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana has amplified an already intense national redistricting battle. Here’s a look at how some states are responding.
We Need Fighters, Not Polite Politics: Why Everton Blair Is Our Choice in Georgia’s 13th
The Black Wall Street Times endorses Everton Blair after Georgia 13 debate highlighted leadership under pressure.
Georgia baseball shuts out Missouri 4-0 behind dominant pitching
No. 5 Georgia baseball leaned on a dominant outing from its starting pitcher and timely offensive execution to secure a 4-0 shutout victory over Missouri on Friday night at Foley
Sports Illustrated Revel at the Races party draws athletes, influencers
NFL athletes, dramatic actresses and rising influencers all showed up to the black carpet May 1 at Sports Illustrated's Revel at the Races party.
Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting
Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting.
Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting.
Black Americans face a new fight for racial representation after justices' Voting Rights Act ruling
A generation of Black Americans across the South fought in courtrooms and in the streets during the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle barriers to voting.
A mysterious black goo was oozing from this Great Lakes ship, what scientists found inside has them rethinkin
DNA testing revealing microbes never seen before by science.
What’s Working: 44 years after Colorado’s Black Sunday, an incubator in Grand Junction keeps businesses running
Of the nearly 2,300 businesses launched, 86% are still in business after five years, says the Business Incubator Center in Grand Junction. Plus: Colorado jobs, inflation and more!
Sutton's predictions: Wolves v Sunderland
I'm maybe being foolish here but I am backing Sunderland to respond after their shocker at home to Nottingham Forest last time out. Black Cats boss Regis le Bris would have been "Regis le Bristle" after that woeful home display and his team looked like they were on the beach. To continue the maritime theme, Wolves have looked like a fish out of water for most of this Premier League campaign.
Civil rights pioneers of the sky: Pan Am's first Black flight attendants reunite
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 forced airlines to end discriminatory hiring practices.
Two more Southern states move toward adding Republican House seats
GOP-led states are rushing to take advantage of the Supreme Court’s decision to curtail the Voting Rights Act with new maps that could end the careers of several Black Democratic House members.
Sphere Entertainment Co. to Host First Quarter 2026 Conference Call
Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) will host a conference call to discuss results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2026 on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10...
Black-owned vodka business is changing the spirits game
Kevin Larkai and Monte Burrow, co-founders of Blackleaf Organic Vodka, are taking on the global spirits industry with a premium organic product. They join us to discuss their inspiration in France, the challenges of distribution and capital, and why they believe small businesses need to prioritize systems over "the grind" to achieve long-term success.
Vikings Seemingly Have a Shadow GM
Since January, the Minnesota Vikings have lacked a clear leader in the building. GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah was fired after four […]
Health care is getting more expensive. Texas lawmakers want to understand why
Health care costs are increasing faster than the rate of inflation. A Texas House committee is holding a two-day hearing this week to learn more about what drives lack of affordable healthcare before working on policy recommendations later this year.
US criticises Zambia for lack of engagement as $1 billion health deal stalls
The United States has criticised Zambia for failing to engage on a new health aid agreement governing more than $1 billion in U.S. funding, saying repeated outreach from Washington had been ignored as an April 30 deadline passed without a deal.
Health care is getting more expensive. Texas lawmakers want to understand why
Health care costs are increasing faster than the rate of inflation. A Texas House committee is holding a two-day hearing this week to learn more about what drives lack of affordable healthcare before working on policy recommendations later this year.
Ten years in, Nubian Square's Black Market is struggling
Black Market hoped to help small businesses plant roots in Nubian Square. Now after years of business struggles, they're at risk of losing their place there too.
May Day: Some SF businesses staying open despite calls for economic blackout
It's anticipated to be the largest national day of action since the No Kings rallies in January but this time around, some San Francisco businesses aren't on board.
May Day: Some SF businesses staying open despite calls for economic blackout
It's anticipated to be the largest national day of action since the No Kings rallies in January but this time around, some San Francisco businesses aren't on board.
Behavioral Health Is Health Care
AHA members are working every day to expand behavioral health access, integrate care, strengthen the workforce and reduce stigma, often while navigating limited resources and outdated systems that have not kept pace with need.
NOLA.com's Live from Jazz Fest: See Friday forecast, top food picks, Lainey Wilson, The Black Keys
See how to navigate the Friday Jazz Fest crowds for the best view of tonight's headliners. Today's live show is presented by Explore Louisiana and New Orleans and Company.
Supreme Court voting rights decision rattles New Orleans officials and civil rights leaders
New Orleans officials and civil rights leaders say the decision threatens to immediately shrink Black voters’ representation in the state and the country.
Mississippi ranks last in U.S. on healthcare outcomes and disparities
The Commonwealth Fund, a private foundation focused on healthcare issues, released a report Wednesday that provided a nationwide look at how health outcomes, access to care, and quality of care differ based on racial and ethnic identity. The report shows that, compared to national rates, a higher number of Mississippians die from avoidable deaths, lack health insurance, and have less preventative care such as cancer screenings. These trends are heightened for Black Mississippians.
Arizona Diamondbacks Gameday Thread, #30: 4/30 @ Brewers
Today’s Lineups DIAMONDBACKS BREWERS Geraldo Perdomo – SS Garrett Mitchell – CF Ketel Marte – 2B Brice Turang – 2B Corbin Carroll – RF William Contreras – C Adrian Del Castillo – DH Jake Bauers – 1B Ildemaro Vargas – 1B Tyler Black – DH Lourdes Gurriel – LF Luis Rengifo – 3B Nolan Arenado […]
How the Voting Rights Decision May Block the Rise of Young Black Leaders
Black Democrats in the South already face steep challenges when seeking political office. But the Supreme Court’s ruling could be felt for a generation.
Black Female Driver Dystany Spurlock Set To Make NASCAR History
History is on the verge of being made by female driver Dystany Spurlock. Spurlock, who is Black, is set to make her NASCAR Truck Series debut next week. The Black female driver is set to drive the No. 69 truck for MBM Motorsports/Garage 66. She'll be competing at Watkins Glen. The female driver ...
Janet Mills Quits Maine Primary After Lackluster Campaign
The Maine governor’s exit from the race clears a path for Graham Platner to become the Democratic nominee and face Susan Collins in the fall.
Apple Business and the Illusion of Simplicity
Apple Business Manager simplifies device enrollment, but true security demands continuous governance and integrated endpoint management with BlackBerry UEM.
Google's privacy maze: How Gemini traps you and your data
Google says it respects user privacy in AI, but the reality is not so black and white.
Black and Hispanic Ohioans face stark health disparities
New national study finds Black and Hispanic Ohioans lagging far behind in key health indicators.
StanChart Sells Some Card Business to India Lender in Pullback
Standard Chartered Bank Plc has agreed to sell part of its Indian credit card business to Blackstone-backed Federal Bank Ltd., joining a slew of US and European lenders exiting the crowded retail segment dominated by local players.
After lackluster tour turnout, Turning Point wraps things up with excited crowd in Idaho
The final stop on Turning Point USA's college campus tour at the University of Idaho seemed more like the organization's previous events, with audience member debates and an energetic, young crowd.
John Roberts’ legacy of removing race protections sees defining moment
The Supreme Court’s decision Wednesday rolling back protections for Black and Latino voters marks another dramatic turn in the long-fought effort by conservative justices to reverse measures vital to overcoming America’s legacy of race discrimination.
The Pokémon TCG: <em>Mega Evolution—Pitch Black</em> Expansion Arrives July 17, 2026
Menacing Mega Evolution Pokémon debut in Mega Evolution—Pitch Black.
Protecting the Health of Black Children
Failure to understand the history of vaccine-preventable diseases risks dooming US children to again suffer needlessly from preventable infections
With supreme court ruling, Republicans able to marginalize Black political power
Decision gives mapmakers in Republican states power to crack districts into pieces and dilute votes into oblivion
Black business honored with historical marker
A historical marker is unveiled at the HJ Russel Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs building where prominent African American construction businessman, HJ Russell started his business 75 years ago. The community gathers to honor what the family has done for Atlanta.
California High-Speed Rail Authority's latest business plan violates state law, raises many questions
The California High Speed Rail Authority Board on Wednesday delayed a vote on the project's proposed business plan as state lawmakers and officials warn the plan lacks transparency, key cost information and violates state law.
Apple Has Likely Abandoned 'iPad Ultra' Plans
Apple has reportedly abandoned plans for a foldable "iPad Ultra" following years of disappointing sales performance for the iPad Pro. The claim predominantly comes from the Weibo leaker known as "Instant Digital," who posted the remark in response to a question about whether the iPad would join a rumored "Ultra" series of Apple devices.
‘It’s certainly possible.’ Louisiana Democrat worries both majority black districts in the state could be redrawn
Supreme Court limits Voting Rights Act in setback for Black Democrats
The Supreme Court retreats from 1986 rules that called for electing Blacks and Latinos to Congress and state and local boards.
Supreme Court limits key provision of the landmark Voting Rights Act
The decision could touch off a scramble by Republicans to redraw minority-majority congressional districts, especially in the South, that could cost many Black Democrats their seats.
Supreme Court voids majority Black congressional district in Louisiana, boosting Republican chances
The Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down Louisiana’s second majority Black congressional district in a decision that could open the door for Republican-led states to eliminate Black and Latino electoral districts that tend to favor Democrats and affect the balance of power in Congress.
Certain Floridians die more often of cancer and disease. Will AI make it worse?
More Hispanics in Florida went without healthcare in 2023 and 2024 at higher rates than the Black and white populations.
Blackstone Forms New Unit to Oversee AI, High-Growth Tech Bets
Blackstone Inc. is folding its growth business into a new West Coast-based division that will focus solely on the alternative investment giant’s artificial intelligence portfolio, which includes OpenAI and Anthropic PBC.
America’s Broken Politics Are Dragging It Down a Fiscal Black Hole
Few any longer dispute that America’s public debt is growing unsustainably and that, sooner or later, the task of reining it in will be unavoidable. Oddly, this presumption of inevitability has bred a kind of complacency. In the end, whether we like it or not, the problem will have to be solved. Therefore, it will be solved. So what’s the hurry?
Merman and the New Rules of Branded Entertainment
Little Black Book, With roots in premium TV and a foothold in advertising, Merman is redefining branded entertainment. LBB’s Olivia Atkins examines how the production company blends storytelling, talent and craft to create work that earns attention, travels across platforms and delivers long-term brand value
Gabbiadini calls for perspective
Former Sunderland striker Marco Gabbiadini believes there is no point in criticising Regis le Bris' side after their 5-0 defeat by Nottingham Forest last Friday as they have been "consistent" and "relentless" in their first season back in the Premier League. The Black Cats struggled for much of the game as Forest ran riot in the first half and took an insurmountable 4-0 lead before Elliot Anderson added another in the second half to hand Sunderland their biggest loss this season.
Xavier Becerra wants to talk about his experience. So do his rivals for California governor
In the wake of former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s exit from the governor’s race, Xavier Becerra’s campaign is drawing support as a potential safe harbor for Democrats lacking a clear front-runner. Becerra offers a long record in state and federal government as well as a steady, if understated, presence amid a race shaken by scandal. The question now is how he’ll withstand increased scrutiny from voters and rivals, particularly over his record at HHS and criticism from both inside and outside former President Joe Biden’s administration.
So far, Florida has failed to end vaccine mandates. Now there's a last-ditch effort
Florida Republicans have pushed hard to drop some vaccine requirements for children. But after many months, their efforts stalled out. Could this week's special legislative session get the job done?
The G512 X is Logitech’s most advanced and customizable gaming keyboard yet
Featuring support for both mechanical and analog switch with TMR sensors, rapid trigger tech and an 8K polling rate, the Logitech G512 X might be Logitech's fanciest and most customizable gaming keyboard to date.
BlackDoctor Enters A New Era: How Akinwole “Aki” Garrett Is Redefining Digital Health For Black Americans
BlackDoctor’s new CEO, Akinwole 'Aki' Garrett, is transforming digital health media with a bold, 360-degree vision for Black health equity.
The Trump Administration Is Blackmailing Vulnerable Countries into Giving Us Rare Minerals
We used to help countries like Zambia with public health issues. Now, the president is dangling aid over their heads, just out of reach.
Clicks Communicator Phone Gets Big Update on When It Launches
Back in January at CES, we got a first look at the Clicks Communicator, a phone from some of the biggest fans of Blackberry devices who wanted to bring back the idea of a device with a physical...
Apple Planning to Launch Two New 'Ultra' Products in the Next Year
Apple has decided to market two of its new products over the next year as "Ultra" devices, Macworld reports. Citing sources familiar with the matter, the report claims that Apple's first foldable iPhone will be called the "iPhone Ultra". The device will become the highest end option in the lineup. The iPhone Ultra will not be considered part of the iPhone 18 iPhone lineup, despite arriving alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Community as cure: Mental health help for homeless Black people is losing funds
Typical mental health efforts missed many Black Californians who are homeless, but some organizations made progress until Trump’s recent funding cuts.