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Why the Massacre of Muslims in Sinai Was Too Extreme for al Qaeda

It is unusual for militant Islamists to condemn terror attacks against "non-believers," but so grotesque was last Friday's onslaught in Egypt that several extremist groups have threatened revenge against its perpetrators.

Breitbart Editor Cites Ringo Starr Song in Defense of Roy Moore

CNN anchor Chris Cuomo clashed with a top editor at the far-right news website Breitbart on Monday after the writer defended Alabama Senate GOP candidate Roy Moore by citing Ringo Starr's hit cover of the the song "You're Sixteen."

Facebook Is Rolling Out AI-based Suicide Prevention Effort

Facebook is expanding its automated efforts to prevent suicide. The company said on Monday it is now using artificial intelligence to identify posts, videos, and Facebook Live streams containing suicidal thoughts. It will also use the technology to prioritize the …

Trump Makes 'Pocahontas' Crack at Event Honoring Navajo Code Talkers

President Donald Trump, during an event at the White House honoring Navajo code talkers Monday, referenced his nickname for Sen. Elizabeth Warren, "Pocahontas," a label he has long used about the Massachusetts Democrat.

Al Franken Wants You to Know He's Very Sorry. Even If It's Not Clear What He's Sorry For.

On Monday afternoon, Minnesota Sen. Al Franken apologized. "I know that I've let a lot of people down, people of Minnesota, my colleagues, my staff, my supporters, and everyone who has counted on me to be a champion for women," …

This Is How Long It Takes to Sell a House

Three weeks. That's how long it takes to sell a home these days, according to the National Association of Realtors. Five years ago, the median number of days on market was 11 weeks.

THIS WAY FORWARD: Community-Based Solutions for the African-American Childbirth Crisis

Kyira “Kira” Dixon Johnson and her husband Charles seemed to have it all: a healthy baby boy, flourishing entrepreneurial careers, and vibrant health. Which is why no one could have predicted that 24 hours after welcoming their second son into …

A Special Buy Black Friday: 9 Black Women-Owned Businesses To Patronize On Black Friday

Now that the holidays are upon us, it’s time to go shopping. While we may swear that we’re going to spend less money this year–on ourselves and others– that rarely happens.

UNCF Report Shows HBCUs Positive, Multi-Billion Dollar Impact on U.S. Economy

The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) released a new report on the economic impact historically Black colleges and universities have on the nation’s economy. The study prepared by the University of Georgia’s Selig Center for Economic Growth, found that the …

NYT: Trump Questions Authenticity of 'Access Hollywood' Tape

President Donald Trump has questioned the authenticity of the infamous "Access Hollywood" tape in which he bragged about being able to grope women, The New York Times reported over the weekend, despite the fact that Trump immediately apologized for his …

Ban the term 'fake news'

When we use the term "fake news" it is not only self-defeating, it oversimplifies a very complex problem.

Showdown Over Top Post at Key Watchdog Agency

A showdown over the leadership of a major consumer fraud protection agency was underway Monday morning, as both President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the person tapped by its former director showed up to …

5 Things for November 27: Pope Francis, Volcano, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

It's Cyber Monday, which means you'll be fooling exactly no one when you're glued to your computer today "working." Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

Beyond the Rhetoric: Good Telecom Legislation for Business Growth

With reports showing that roughly 80% of consumers consider mobile services indispensable, (http://bit.ly/2AUs2E2) minority-owned small businesses will require access to resources that will allow them to compete in our fast-paced modern economy. The next generation of wireless, known as fifth-generation …

University of Texas Strengthens Commitment to Mexico with New Office in Mexico City

The University of Texas (UT) is deepening its historically strong relationship with Mexico by opening an office in Mexico City at the Universidad Nacional Autonóma de Mexico (UNAM). With new staff on the ground in Mexico, UT plans to expand …