Today: September 15, 2025
During the month of November, culminating on November 19, the towns of Dangriga and Punta Gorda in Belize come alive with festivities to commemorate the arrival of the Garifuna people from Yurumein (St. Vincent and the Grenadines). For anyone visiting southern Belize…
In a significant milestone for Africa’s fintech landscape, Moniepoint announced yesterday, October 29, that it has successfully raised $110 million in a Series C funding round, elevating its valuation to $1 billion and securing its status as the continent’s eighth unicorn. This…
Washington, D.C. is investing $2.1 million in neighborhood safety through a new round of grants, as announced by Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice. Twelve local organizations will benefit from the FY2025 Safe…
The nation’s capital is transforming its downtown into a winter wonderland as the Downtown Holiday Market marks its 20th anniversary with an innovative addition: an indoor skating rink at the historic National Building Museum. The expanded celebration, running from November 22 through…
In a move to transform downtown Washington, DC’s government has unveiled plans to purchase Capital One Arena for $87.5 million as part of a larger $515 million investment in the city’s entertainment district. The deal would ensure the Washington Capitals and Wizards…
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on October 15 saw the stunning return of supermodels Tyra Banks and Bella Hadid, marking a significant moment for the iconic lingerie brand. Tyra Banks, a pioneering figure in the fashion world and one of the original…
Vice President Kamala Harris has unveiled a comprehensive “Opportunity Agenda for Black Men,” aimed at empowering this key demographic as she seeks to energize a crucial voting bloc ahead of the upcoming elections. Announced during her visit to Erie, Pennsylvania, the agenda…
In an effort to promote sustainable practices and reduce electronic waste, Reverse Logistics Group (RLG), in collaboration with major electronics manufacturers including Acer, Canon, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, Samsung, and VTech, is launching a series of 32 free consumer electronics recycling events across…
Democratic candidate Angela Alsobrooks and Republican candidate Larry Hogan during the 2024 Maryland Senate Debate addressed and clarified their stance on critical issues pertinent to Marylanders. Alsobrooks challenged Hogan’s Republican affiliation, asserting that his policies on reproductive rights and gun control pose…
Business Investment Financing Track, a $75 million initiative window, will benefit smallholder farmers, producer organizations, MSMEs, and agribusiness start-ups in developing economies. Birthed under the, Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP), the pilot initiative ending June 2026 is in partnership with…
