Stephen A. Smith's xenophobic comments put post-Euro racism in global context
Two recent examples of the transatlantic dimensions of racial intolerance in sports — an arena that, along with politics, often triggers increasingly vitriolic abuse in the age of social media — are a sobering reminder: Racism is a global crisis that is often resistant to progress and fighting it requires constant vigilance.
Three women said they found out they had the same cheating boyfriend, so they converted a school bus and went on a road trip
Bekah King, Abi Roberts, and Morgan Tabor have a lot in common. They describe themselves as free spirited adventurers and fearless risk takers, all obsessed with music and the movie "Megamind."
American Academy of Pediatrics recommends universal masking in schools for everyone older than 2
The American Academy of Pediatrics released new Covid-19 guidance for schools on Monday that supports in-person learning and, among other things, recommends universal masking in school of everyone over the age of 2.
Haiti's acting prime minister Claude Joseph to step down amid power struggle after president's assassination
After a lengthy power struggle that has pitched Haiti's political landscape into uncertainty, the country's acting Prime Minister Claude Joseph has agreed to step down and hand power to his rival Ariel Henry, according to a top government official.
Arizona police investigate a deadly shooting rampage across 3 crime scenes, including a burning house where a body was found
Police in Tucson, Arizona, are investigating a deadly shooting rampage across three crime scenes, including a burning house where a charred body was found Sunday.
Coffee won't make your heart flutter, study says
Worried that coffee will make your heart go pitter-patter, and not in a good way? A new study puts to rest the fear that your daily fuel will cause heart palpitations -- or cardiac arrhythmia, as doctors call it.
Deadly floods inundated parts of Europe, but the Netherlands avoided fatalities. Here's why
As communities devastated by the catastrophic flooding in parts of western Europe start picking up the pieces, they are wondering how it all went so wrong, so fast. After all, Europe has a world-leading warning system that issued regular alerts for days before floods engulfed entire villages.
Canada joins allies blaming Chinese-backed groups for Microsoft email attack
The federal government is blaming Chinese state-sponsored cyber activity for a recent “unprecedented and indiscriminate exploitation” of Microsoft exchange servers, in an attack they say continues to put Canadians’ intellectual property and personal information at risk.
Coyote killed for its track record of charging at toddlers in SF's Golden Gate Park
A coyote that had repeatedly charged at toddlers in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park has been killed by wildlife officials.
Alternate on US women's gymnastics team tests positive for Covid-19 ahead of Tokyo Olympics
An alternate on the US women's gymnastics team has been placed in isolation after testing positive for Covid-19 on Sunday, USA Gymnastics announced in a Monday statement.
Crews responding to 3-alarm fire in West Oakland with 'multiple' structures burned
Firefighters responded to a 3-alarm fire in Oakland early Monday morning, just two blocks away from the West Oakland BART station.
House GOP's 10 Trump critics raise piles of cash in battle to hang on to their seats
Former President Donald Trump made his return to campaign politics last month by trekking to northern Ohio to take revenge on one of the 10 Republicans who voted to impeach him: Rep. Anthony Gonzalez.
McCullers Dominates The White Sox.
As the start of the second half of the season kicked off, the Houston Astros picked up right where they left off. After defeating the New York Yankees in an exhilarating six-run ninth inning comeback going into the All-Star break, Houston used that momentum and defeated one of the American League’s best team in the Chicago White Sox by a score of 7-1.
The Open House With Realtor Falyn Davis - Tips for Buyers & Sellers
Welcome back to The Open House. As I spend more and more time with my clients, I realize a lot of you all have the same questions. This week, I want to share some tips that will help prepare you whether you are buying a new home or selling your home.
Pot users welcome: Amazon won’t test jobseekers for marijuana
Amazon says it will no longer test jobseekers for marijuana use. The e-commerce giant, which is the second-largest private employer in the U.S. behind Walmart, is making the change as several states legalize cannabis.
4 Tips To Get Your Hair Pool Ready
It’s no secret that chlorine can be taxing on the hair, especially if it’s chemically treated, but that’s no reason to avoid getting some much-needed pool time this summer.
Pyer Moss wows with couture show honoring Black inventors
This time, the weather gods were smiling on Kerby Jean-Raymond and his label, Pyer Moss. So too were the fashion gods. Two days after torrential rains and lightning sent guests fleeing for cover and forced Jean-Raymond to postpone unveiling his hotly awaited first couture collection, the sun came out Saturday and the crowds came back. They were rewarded with a hugely imaginative, visually audacious show that blurred the lines between fashion and art as it paid tribute to the ingenuity of Black inventors often overlooked by history.
Local Author Invites Everyone to Celebrate National Cousins Day
Did you know that Saturday, July 24, 2021 is officially National Cousins Day? This day is dedicated to the wonderful people who helped us endure all our family get-togethers and holidays. They were there to keep us company at the “kids table,” and for some of us, they were the siblings we never had. Join author and illustrator, Lynn Page, along with her cousins, family, and friends, for 5-day LIVE reading to debut her children’s book, My First Best Cousin Friend.
Coleman Says, 'I'm not going to go'
“The reason I’m not concerned is I’m just not going to go. So if they want to drag me to Austin and throw me in the chamber and lock the door, good luck.”
The reason I’m not concerned is I’m just not going to go. So if they want to drag me to Austin and throw me in the chamber and lock the door, good luck.”
Mayor Turner speaks at Southmore Bridge Celebration
Nearly three years after it was demolished, the Southmore Bridge reconstruction project is officially complete.
