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Structural factors continue to drive higher levels of migration within and out of Africa. While this represents a vital source of labor for host countries, irregular migration continues to pose extraordinary risks. African migrants stranded at the Libyan-Tunisian border in Ras Jedir. (Photo: Mahmud TURKIA / AFP) African migration continues to experience persistent upward pressures—extending […]
Dave Chappelle arguably the most popular stand-up comedian has stirred “the pot” once again with his unapologetic style in tackling controversial topics that often put him at odds with various communities notably the LGBTQ+. After appearing in 2021, Chappelle’s Netflix special “The Closer” where Dave explored touchy issues, like his earnest opinions on the LGBTQ+ […]
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Black Friday/Cyber Monday shopping has moved beyond buying for holiday gift-giving. Self-gifting is a growing trend, and many shoppers also want to give to charity. — Getty Images/Oscar Wong Why it matters: U.S. Consumers plan to spend an average of $567 during Black Friday/Cyber Monday shopping events, up 13% from last year, according to Deloitte. […]
According to the official poverty measure of the U.S. Census Bureau, 37.9 million people lived in poverty in 2022. Digging deeper into that statistic reveals important variations in income and poverty both over time and across demographic characteristics—and provides valuable insight on the causes and effects of poverty for our nation, our economy and our […]
Orbisresearch.com now features the study “Keyword market Insights.” Global USB Data Cable Market research study features the current condition and the development estimates of the industry for the years 2023-2031. The business report comprises statistics from the previous years. The research delineates the advancement of the firm . . .
CHICAGO, July 21 (Reuters) – Consumers continue to splurge on air tickets. But travel patterns are shifting so often, partly due to work-life changes wrought by the pandemic, that airlines must constantly adapt on booking plane seats and remain cautious in forecasting demand and revenue. That situation can result in lost revenue for the carriers […]
Seafood boils are one of the hottest culinary trends in the United States this year, and two black entrepreneurs are riding that wave of popularity to record sales. A staple of Black Southern cuisine, especially in the U.S. state of Louisiana, the seafood boil has achieved national recognition, with chains such as The Juicy Crab […]
Eugene M. DeLoatch, the first dean of Morgan State University’s engineering school, made significant contributions to building the college into one of the leading producers of African American engineers in the United States. He retired from the position in 2016. As part of his recognition as Black Engineer of the Year, US Black Engineer (USBE) […]
Madelynn Ballenger discovered she was pregnant for the second time at 20 years old. Already a single mother to a young son, she didn’t know whether she could take on a second child physically or financially. “It was really, really scary,” Ballenger said. “I didn’t have a job. I wasn’t in a good position to […]