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In 2024, Black K-12 education faced significant moments that shaped the educational environment for Black students, including the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, laws restricting the teaching of AP African American Studies, persistent disparities in school discipline, racist text messages sent to Black students, and the nomination of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education.
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Abiy's government and the regional one run by the Tigray People's Liberation Front each consider the other illegitimate.
\t There was no immediate word from the three AU envoys, former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, former Mozambique President Joaquim Chissano and former South African President Kgalema Motlanthe. AU spokeswoman Ebba Kalondo did not say whether they can meet with TPLF leaders, something Abiy's office has rejected.
\"``Not possible,'' senior Ethiopian official Redwan Hussein said in a message to the AP. ``\"Above all, TPLF leadership is still at large.'' He called reports that the TPLF had appointed an envoy to discuss an immediate cease-fire with the international community ``masquerading.''
\t Fighting reportedly remained well outside the Tigray capital of Mekele, a densely populated city of a half-million people who have been warned by the Ethiopian government that they will be shown ``no mercy'' if they don't distance themselves from the region's leaders.
\t Tigray has been almost entirely cut off from the outside world since Nov. 4, when Abiy announced a military offensive in response to a TPLF attack on a federal army base.
That makes it difficult to verify claims about the fighting, but humanitarians have said at least hundreds of people have been killed.
\t The fighting threatens to destabilize Ethiopia, which has been described as the linchpin of the strategic Horn of Africa.
\t With transport links cut, food and other supplies are running out in Tigray, home to 6 million people, and the United Nations has asked for immediate and unimpeded access for aid.
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(NNPA) - The lack of a quiet place to work and resources like internet service often hamstrings students of color’s ability to adequately learn during the pandemic, according to education experts who share their frustration about the inequities in education faced by minorities and those in underserved communities. “There also may be familial responsibilities like […]
Cardona’s nomination delivers on Biden’s campaign pledge to appoint an individual with public school experience, following President Donald Trump’s education secretary, Betsy DeVos, who championed private schools and mostly turned a blinds-eye to the plight of underserved students.
bhamcityschools.org Birmingham City Schools will return to remote learning beginning December 7 as the number of COVID-19 cases increase in Birmingham and health officials project additional increases in the coming weeks. Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan said the school district will reassess the impact of the pandemic and decide on the next steps after the winter […]
Universal Music Group has joined forces with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund for the creation of an internship program designed for HBCU students.
Morgan State University has become the benefactor of a $40 million gift that will support its efforts to advance research and enhance investments aligned with other mission-focused priorities and initiatives, the historically Black institution recently announced.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The interview with Dr. Hall primarily centered on the CDC’s tips for celebrating virtually with loved ones and offering guidance to those who choose to enjoy the holidays with friends and family outside of their homes.
A national rewrite will be undertaken after two matric exam papers; maths 2 and physical sciences 2, were leaked in recent weeks.
Campaign Continues to Live up to Diversity Promise by Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent On Wednesday, December 23, President-elect Joe Biden selected Connecticut Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona as his nominee for education secretary. Cardona’s nomination delivers on Biden’s campaign pledge to appoint an individual with public school experience, following President Donald … Continued
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… Representative Marcia L. Fudge, an African-American Democrat from Ohio. Mr. Clyburn …
In its October World Economic Outlook report, the International Monetary Fund projected a 6.6% contraction in the UAE’s growth this year.
Recovery, the institute said, was not expected before 2021.
Whilst oil price swings and the coronavirus pandemic have hit hard, the UAE capital Abu Dhabi says it remains committed to its economic growth & diversification plans.
Moreover, last month, the agency Fitch reaffirmed the capital’s ‘AA’ rating and outlook as “stable”.
It cited, amongst other factors, Abu Dhabi’s strong fiscal metrics and reduced exposure to tourism, real estate and retail, compared to neighbouring emirates.
ADIO action
The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) is the central government hub supporting investment in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.
Its vision is to develop a thriving, knowledge-economy for Abu Dhabi that is competitive and diverse, whilst attracting FDI.
How? The entity cites the UAE’s strategic location between East and West, its high ranking in regional reports relating to the ‘Ease of Doing Business’, plus its positioning on global competitiveness and innovation indexes.
Dr. Tariq Bin Hendi, is an Emirati-American, London-trained economist who hopes to expand Abu Dhabi’s economy as the Director-General and CEO of the Abu Dhabi Investment Office.
The former Emirates NBD executive is interested in cultivating a viable ecosystem for SMEs and startups in the UAE’s capital.
With a forward-thinking approach, Bin Hendi links diverse value systems across cultures to attract foreign investment.
Accelerators
A hashtag sculpture at Hub71’s space
Ghadan 21 is a $13 million accelerator program looking to support SMEs in the country which is overseen by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office.
When Inspire Middle East asked about the impact of Coronavirus on Ghadan 21, Bin Hendi says adaptability is key, with Ghadan 21 being both a proactive and reactive program.
The economist maintains that by adapting policy and with resources such as sovereign wealth funds, support from larger government entities, as well as the private sector, SMEs have the backing support to develop.
The fostering of innovation in the capital has seen the creation of Hub71 , an international tech base, which brings together startups, top VC funds, and investors.
AgriTech explorations
Crops being grown inside hydroponic greenhouses
ADIO has also encouraged innovators to flourish in the Agricultural Technology (AgTech) space, offering incentive programs, including financial incentives, to companies looking to relocate or expand in Abu Dhabi.
Pure Harvest is a farming startup that has reaped the benefit of ADIO’s support & investment.
Using climate-controlled, high-tech, hydroponic greenhouses located outside of the city, the company makes year-round farming possible in the arid desert.
“ADIO’s financial commitment is helping us significantly, as it’s allowing us to add additional technologies to our current deployments here in Al Ain,” Sky Kurtz, the Co-founder and CE
On Wednesday, December 23, President-elect Joe Biden selected Connecticut Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona as his nominee for education secretary. Cardona’s nomination delivers on Biden’s campaign pledge to appoint an individual with public school experience, following President Donald Trump’s education secretary, Betsy DeVos, who championed private schools and mostly turned a blinds-eye to the plight of underserved students. The nomination also […]
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By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent News that Pfizer and BioNTech’s announcement that their coronavirus vaccine was more than 90% effective in preventing COVID-19 among those without previous infection arrives as the United States continues to realize record-breaking new cases For the first time on Nov. 12, the country surpassed 150,000 new […]
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said Monday that Joe Biden is considering cancelling $50,000 in student loan debt for low income students.
by Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent For 194 years, the Black Press of America has remained the voice of the African American community and the soul of the nation. With more than 230 Black-owned newspapers and media companies comprising the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), the Black Press’s contributions have remained … Continued
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By BlackPressUSA (Submit your questions and comments for Dr. Hildreth in the comments section below and we will ask them during the livestream.) According to Forbes, Dr. Anthony Fauci said Thursday that 90% of the population may need to be immune in order to stop the coronavirus from spreading, a marked increase from estimates earlier in the pandemic that put the figure closer to 60-70% and one that shows the steep challenge the U.S. faces as it tries to get the virus under control. For African Americans, the vaccination question goes beyond availability and risk to focus on trust. In […]
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There will be no homework (independent practice) assigned for students in all grades from Monday, Jan. 4 through Monday, Jan. 11.
Equal Education says Umalusi and the Department of Basic Education have not convinced school communities that a national rewrite of the leaked Maths and Physical Sciences exam papers is the only way to protect the integrity of the matric exams.
NBA star Kyrie Irving covered tuition costs for students at Lincoln University.
The group of inmates got together to fundraise and successfully garnered over $30,000 for a high school student in need from their shared book club.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “This is good news for the Black Press of America in 2021,” declared Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., President and CEO of the NNPA. “The incoming Biden-Harris Administration has gone on the public record to keep their commitments to ensure equitable federal advertising dollars to be spent over the next four years […]
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By Erica Wright The Birmingham Times Birmingham City Councilor Steven Hoyt on Tuesday awarded scholarships to 54 students through his Education with a Purpose program that provides high school seniors with funds for college. Applicants are required to submit an essay detailing how they can make a positive impact in their community. The top 25 […]
Proctor & Gamble (P&G) unveiled their new scholarship with the UNCF and CVS aimed at increasing the number of Black women professionals within the field.
by Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent President-Elect Joe Biden’s administration plans to support legislation offered by District of Columbia Democratic Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton that would ensure federal agencies advertise with minority-owned businesses, including the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA). “From the racial equity plan – at the direction of the President-Elect, … Continued
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