Access to capital has historically been a barrier for Black entrepreneurs, but new programs and organizations are creating more opportunities for Black businesses. MACON, Ga. (41NBC/WMGT) – August is National Black Business Month, and there are now more resources than ever for Black entrepreneurs to thrive in Middle Georgia. For more than 30 years, the Black pages of Mâcon served as a directory to promote black-owned businesses in Middle Georgia. According to Alex Habersham, publisher of Black Pages, one of the biggest challenges for black entrepreneurs is access to capital. He says African American consumers spend more than $3.5 billion…
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Tourism leaders from across the Americas have committed to more ethical and inclusive tourism as the sector rebounds to drive economic recovery in the region. The 68th meeting of the UNWTO Regional Commission for the Americas brought together high-level delegations from 20 countries. The meeting saw participants working together around shared priorities, with a focus on jobs and education, boosting investment in the sector and advancing sustainability and climate action efforts. Americas: Strong demand drives tourism recovery According to UNWTO data, tourism in the Americas has quickly recovered from the impacts of the pandemic. International arrivals to destinations across the…
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A security official, left, confronts a protester during a match between Coco Gauff of the United States and Karolina Muchova of the Czech Republic in the US Open women’s singles semifinals of tennis , on Thursday, September 7, 2023. in New York. Associated Press Climate protester puts feet to the ground at US Open, interrupts Coco Gauff’s semifinal win over Muchova NEW YORK — Coco Gauff’s victory over Karolina Muchova in the US Open semi-final was delayed 50 minutes at the start of the second set due to a disturbance caused by four environmental activists in the stands at Arthur…
Posted July 31, 2023 at 1:51 p.m. ET A display for the Mega Millions lottery is seen at the Save ‘N Time store in Harahan, La., Wednesday, July 26, 2023. The Mega Millions lottery jackpot hit $1 billion ahead of Friday’s draw. (AP Photo/Gérald Herbert) DES MOINES, IOWA — Another day, another billion-dollar lottery jackpot.At least that’s what seems to be happening ahead of Tuesday night’s Mega Millions draw, with the top prize estimated at $1.05 billion.It’s a huge sum of money, but these giant jackpots have become much more common, with five prizes exceeding $1 billion since 2021 –…
Click to enlarge Photo: COURTESY OF YANNIS DRAKOULIDIS / FOCUS FEATURES Say “cheese!” – or it’s “feta!” » ? You know it’s a weird time for moviegoers, where legacy sequels from the 2000s and 2010s are now old enough to have their own sequels. The concept dates back at least to the 1980s, with Psycho II (1983) and The color of money (1986) reintroducing iconic characters from culturally significant films of the past to a new generation of viewers. However, this 21st century resurgence of an 80s trend (not the only example of such a phenomenon, of course) has seen…
More: Arsenal will continue to track England goalkeeper Mary Earps; Newcastle United are close to agreeing a new contract with star midfielder Bruno Guimaraes; Youri Tielemans is already unhappy with Unai Emery over his lack of playing time at Aston Villa 10:36 p.m., UK, Friday, September 8, 2023 All the transfer news and rumors from Saturday’s newspapers… EVENING STANDARDChelsea fear Romeo Lavia could be out for an extended period after the midfielder’s suspected ankle injury was assessed on Friday.Arsenal will continue to pursue England goalkeeper Mary Earps beyond this transfer window if Manchester United refuse to sell her before next…
Published July 25, 2023 at 9:18 p.m. ET Police tape tapes off a crime scene in this file photo. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) LAFAYETTE, IND. — Prosecutors have filed neglect and drug charges against the parents of a 16-month-old boy shot and killed by his 5-year-old brother after the older child found a handgun in their apartment.Charges against Deonta Jermaine Johnson, 27, and Shatia Tiara Welch, 24, of Lafayette, were unsealed Tuesday following their arrests the day before in LaPorte, news outlets reported.The shooting of Isiah Johnson took place March 28 at the Romney Meadows Apartments in Lafayette, about 60 miles…
Gavin and Laura are raising money in memory of baby Elis. (Photo: LM)A heartbroken rugby mum and dad are hosting a family fun day this weekend in memory of their beautiful little son.Laura McCarthy and Gavin Langhor are raising money for the Lily Mae Foundation which has provided help and support since the loss of their baby boy Elis.ElisFest takes place at The Barley Mow in Newbold tomorrow (Saturday September 9) and everyone is welcome.Elis was born prematurely. (Photo: LM)The event, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., includes darts, pool and bowling competitions, face painting, a bouncy castle, live music,…