PVAMU biology major one of eight students nationwide to receive ETS Presidential Scholarship
Adaeze Eze, a senior biology major and student in the Honors Program and Undergraduate Medical Academy at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU), is the latest recipient of the ETS Presidential Scholarship for HBCU Students. A partnership with ETS and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), the Presidential Scholarship for HBCU Students offers financial assistance to eight outstanding students across the U.S. who attend private and publicly-supported historically black colleges and universities.
Mnuchin and Pelosi no closer on stimulus even as they agree in principle to fund the government
The Trump administration and House Democrats have agreed in principle to fund the government past the end of the month -- but don't appear any closer to striking a deal on additional coronavirus stimulus.
A Helping Hand
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban helps former NBA player Delonte West during his time of need
On Monday billionaire owner of the Dallas Mavericks, Mark Cuban, went to personally pick up former NBA player Delonte West from a gas station in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area according to TMZ. West was seen earlier last week holding a sign on nearby street corners and individuals reported he did not look in the best of health. TMZ also reported that some family members were concerned that West is battling a drug addiction and wanted him to seek help, to which Cuban has said he will pay for.
Kamala Harris: 'We do have two systems of justice in America'
Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris strongly rebuked President Donald Trump and Attorney General William Barr for denying there's systemic racism in the US justice system, saying they are "spending full time in a different reality."
VA secretary dismisses Trump POW remarks as 'politics' and denies President made disparaging comments about fallen Marines
Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie on Sunday dismissed President Donald Trump's previous comments about prisoners of war as "politics" and denied the President made disparaging comments about fallen US service members.
Schiff accuses Barr of lying over election intelligence
House Intelligence Chairman Adam Schiff on Sunday accused Attorney General William Barr of lying about intelligence related to foreign interference in the upcoming presidential election.
Biden's lead over Trump is the steadiest on record
New CBS News/YouGov polls reveal that former Vice President Joe Biden maintains his grip on the 2020 race for president.
In tell-all book, Michael Cohen says Trump hired a 'Faux-Bama' before White House run
Before Donald Trump ever sought the Oval Office, he was preoccupied by its occupant President Barack Obama, publicly questioning his birthplace and privately describing him as "a Manchurian candidate" who obtained his Ivy League degrees only by way of affirmative action, according to a new book by Trump's former attorney, Michael Cohen.
Travel shaming -- another trend of 2020
For many people, travel these days is fraught with second-guessing, extra research and plenty of confusion by way of logistics, travel restrictions and safety -- and that's before you add in what everyone else has to say about your decisions.
After record low flu season in Australia, US hopes for the same
Australia and other countries in the Southern Hemisphere just finished their easiest flu seasons on record, and the United States and other nations in the Northern Hemisphere could have an easy time, too -- if people get flu shots, practice social distancing and wear masks.
Broadway performer Nick Cordero, who died of Covid-19, is remembered with music-filled memorial
Friends and family gathered virtually to pay tribute to theater performer Nick Cordero in a memorial streamed Sunday on Broadway on Demand.
SoftBank shares dive on reports that Masa Son has been betting big on tech stocks
SoftBank's shares plunged more than 7% Monday, wiping out roughly $8 billion in value, as investors reacted to reports that the Japanese conglomerate has been making massive bets on major tech stocks.
Stranded 38-foot whale dies on Oregon coast
A stranded 38-foot whale died on the Oregon coast south of Bandon on Saturday.
Humane Society assists in relocating 49 pets affected by Hurricane Laura
The Oregon Humane Society assisted the ASPCA and Wings of Rescue to relocate 49 pets from shelters in Louisiana affected by Hurricane Laura.
Chrissy Teigen is using Botox to treat 'really bad pregnancy headaches'
Chrissy Teigen is using a beauty treatment to help her during her pregnancy.
Hundreds say goodbye, pay their respects to slain Officer Tamarris Bohannon
Hundreds of people lined the sidewalk in front of the Cathedral Basilica Saturday evening to pay their respects to the family of Police Officer Tamarris Bohannon.
Boris Johnson is battling to reach a Brexit deal. But hardliners already fear betrayal
When Boris Johnson first took over as British Prime Minister, many in his Conservative Party couldn't believe their luck. After years of watching Theresa May's government rub out red line after red line on Brexit, the man who led the triumphant march to freedom in 2016 was in charge.
Poker legend Mike Sexton dies at 72
Beloved poker commentator and champion Mike Sexton, nicknamed the "Ambassador of Poker" for his lifelong promotion of the game, has died at 72.
World's slowest musical composition changes chord for first time in seven years
A musical composition designed to take well over 600 years to play has gone through its first chord change in seven years
Tennessee Titans sign Jadeveon Clowney
The Tennessee Titans agreed to terms with three-time (2016-18) Pro Bowl OLB Jadeveon Clowney on a one-year contract, reportedly worth $12 million with incentives up to $15 million.
