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Source: Natalie_ / Getty Language, no matter which one, is our verbal way of communicating daily. With approximately 7,164 languages spoken throughout the entire world, there are 5 languages that are the most widely spoken. English (1,456+ million speakers), Mandarin (1,118+ million speakers), Hindi (602+ million speakers), Spanish (548+ million speakers) and French (310+ million), as provided by berlitz.com, are the popular languages on planet earth. In the 3 countries […]

Source: Southern University and A&M College / Getty   https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2017/01/010517lkbhf.mp3   Today marks the founding date of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., better known among Black Letter Greek Organizations as the “Nupes.” In 1911, 10 students gathered on the campus of Indiana University in Bloomington and began a tradition that has expanded to a membership 150,000 members strong worldwide. The fraternity was founded as Kappa Alpha Nu on January […]

Source: Tom Brenner / Getty PHOTOS: President Biden Honors Nineteen with Presidential Medal of Freedom President Joe Biden awarded the prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom to nineteen individuals in a ceremony that celebrated their extraordinary contributions across various fields. This award, the nation’s highest civilian honor, is granted to individuals who have profoundly impacted the country and the world through their achievements and service. At the forefront of the honorees […]

Source: General / Theaters Are Back: The 25 Biggest Movies Coming in 2025 A new year means a whole new slate of movies to enjoy. Many of us have noticed that the cinema experience has seemed a bit.. different since the pandemic ended and we were allowed to once again venture into our local theaters. Simply put, for longer than I’d like to admit, the bulk of films major studios […]

  Source: PixelsEffect / Getty New year, New you! In 2025 we are creating better habits and leveling up our financial and budgeting skills! Sometimes, living a lifestyle of luxury and convenience causes us to waste money. Sacrifice isn’t easy but worth it, once you realize how much money you could be saving. Related: Ways To Be Debt-Free In 2025 Also See:20 New Year Resolutions To Use In 2025 Living […]

Source: Michael Ochs Archives / Getty   UPDATED: 9:00 AM ET., January 4th, 2025 As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day even, death is unfortunately an inevitable part of life. Still, as much of a fact as that may be, the blow of experiencing loss never gets any easier, nor does reporting on the subject in Black culture. Brenton Wood, known for his hit songs “The […]

Source: Vinnie Zuffante / Getty A childhood star from one of the most popular sitcoms in the 1990s has been arrested. Zachery Ty Bryan of Home Improvement was arrested this week in Myrtle Beach. Police records indicate he was picked up and charged with second-degree domestic violence. As of this writing, he’s still in jail and is attempting to satisfy the $10,000 bond. Bryan, 43, was arrested Thursday. This isn’t the […]

Source: Matthew Horwood / Getty The U.S. surgeon general, Dr. Vivek Murthy, has called for alcoholic beverages to carry warning labels due to their link to at least seven types of cancer, including breast cancer. Despite the known risks, Congress would need to act to mandate these labels. The debate over the health benefits and risks of moderate drinking continues as the U.S. Dietary Guidelines are set to be updated. […]

Source: picture alliance / Getty Apple users who’ve experienced the iPhone’s virtual assistant being activated without consent may soon be in for a payday following the tech giant’s agreement to a $95 million settlement. A 2019 lawsuit claims Siri has been activated – and recorded conversations – without the device’s owner’s consent. The lawsuit also alleges that the recorded conversations were then sold to third parties. On Tuesday, court records […]