By Linda Nwoke Many Americans are losing more money than ever to scammers, and recently, with the help of technology. In some cases, people have received fraudulent calls purportedly from reputable government institutions such as the Social Security Administration (SSA), the IRS, and utility companies. These calls, executed by impostors, threaten individuals with repercussions like […]
When thinking of filing for bankruptcy, understanding the bankruptcy process and the available options can be challenging. This article provides general information, not legal advice, to simplify things for you. What Is Bankruptcy? “What is bankruptcy?” This is a common question when facing financial challenges. Life happens, and factors such as illness, divorce, foreclosure, or […]
By PAHO | February 15, 2024 Washington D.C. 15 February 2024 – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has announced a new partnership agreement with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to help strengthen equitable access to cancer medications for children in Latin America and the Caribbean. The four-year agreement will focus on the provision of […]
Editorial credit: lev radin / Shutterstock.com Listen to Congresswoman Yvette Clarke speaking on Reggae Icon, Bob Marley, here and here. Congresswoman Yvette Clarke, representing the 9th Congressional District in Brooklyn, NY, has introduced a bill in the United States House of Representatives, asking Congress to recognize the birthday of legendary reggae artist Robert ‘‘Bob’’ Nesta […]