Beyond the Rhetoric: Meet National Black Chamber of Commerce in Atlanta
The NBCC is dedicated to economically empowering and sustaining African American communities through entrepreneurship and capitalistic activity within the United States and the Black Diaspora. NBCC provides resources to support the development of startups and established minority & women owned businesses.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Offers her Deepest Sympathies to the Families of Those Lost in the Crash of Ethiopian Airlines Flight ET 302 – Calls for Security Hearing on this Aviation Equipment
Jackson Lee—“This is the second recent suspicious crash of a 737 Max 8 model. In October, Lion Air Flight No. 610 crashed shortly after take-off, killing all 189 on board. Out of a concern for security, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a senior member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, calls for hearings following the crash of Lion Air Flight 610 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302.”
George Osborne: Saudi and Russian investors don't control London's Evening Standard
A former UK Treasury boss who re-invented himself as an influential editor says that Saudi and Russian investors won't be allowed to interfere with coverage at his newspaper.
Algerian President Bouteflika pulls candidacy for fifth term
Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika has announced that he will not seek a fifth term in office, after weeks of protests surrounding his candidacy.
Elizabeth Warren declines to say if she supports financial compensation as a form of reparations
Sen. Elizabeth Warren on Friday declined to say whether she would support monetary compensation as a form of reparations for African-Americans whose ancestors were slaves, further highlighting the deeply complicated and sensitive nature of an issue that is increasingly becoming politically salient in the 2020 Democratic primary.
Policewoman killed by colleague 'playing' with gun
A police officer in Paris died after her colleague shot her in the head, in what police union leader Christophe Crepin called "a tragedy due to a mistake in handling a loaded firearm."
White House rejects Cummings' request to interview former official
The White House is rejecting House Oversight Chairman Elijah Cummings' request to interview a former White House official who now represents the Trump Organization, the latest skirmish between the Trump administration and the House Democrats investigating President Donald Trump and his administration.
Beto O'Rourke eyes Iowa visit as 2020 announcement looms
Former US Rep. Beto O'Rourke could be headed to Iowa as early as this weekend, CNN has learned.
The city trying to make better bagels than NYC
A search for the best pulled pork barbecue or biscuits and gravy are fine reasons to hop a flight to North Carolina, but if you're looking for a great New York-style bagel? Bless your heart.
Trump is cool with making Daylight Saving Time permanent but Congress needs to OK
After losing an hour of executive time to "springing forward" his clock an hour over the weekend, President Donald Trump voiced his support Monday to eliminate states' legal requirement of "falling back" an hour each year.
Woman charged with Kim Jong Nam's killing freed in shock ruling
The Indonesian woman accused of using a deadly nerve agent to kill Kim Jong Nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, returned home Monday after Malaysian prosecutors withdrew the charge against her.
Smoking during pregnancy doubles risk of sudden death for baby, study says
Smoking even one cigarette a day during pregnancy can double the chance of sudden unexpected death for your baby, according to a new study analyzing over 20 million births, including over 19,000 unexpected infant deaths.
California police identify girl's body found in duffel bag as 9-year-old
California police have identified the girl whose body was found inside a duffel bag near an equestrian trail last week.
Olympic cyclist Kelly Catlin dies at 23
Olympic cyclist Kelly Catlin died late last week, USA cycling confirmed Sunday. She was 23.
Why grounding 737 MAX jets is a big deal for Boeing
The 737 MAX is Boeing's most important plane, and China is Boeing's most important market. That's why China's decision to ground all Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets operated by its airlines is so significant.
Boeing crisis escalates as countries ground 737 MAX jets
China, Indonesia and several airlines around the world have grounded the 737 MAX 8 after a second crash involving the best-selling Boeing aircraft in less than five months.
Winklevoss twins on their bitcoin bet: 'Money is the oldest social network'
For years, Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss were known for the company they didn't launch: Facebook. Now, the pair hope to be known for their bet on cryptocurrency, which they liken to a different kind of social network.
It's not just measles: Tetanus, mumps and other vaccine-preventable diseases are still in the US
She walked into the emergency room with an infant in her arms. "My baby, please help my baby," she said between sobs. I followed her into the room and asked what her baby's name was and whether I could hold her.
He couldn't hack it as a drug-sniffing dog. Now he's conservation's best friend
Let's face it: All dogs like to smell poop. But this dog smells something else, too -- opportunity.
Trump 2020 budget projects big deficits despite spending cuts
President Donald Trump delivered a 2020 budget to Democrats on Monday that cuts spending across the board yet still isn't projected to balance for 15 years, even with ambitious economic growth forecasts.
