The US Postal Service (USPS) has temporarily halted the acceptance of international parcels from China and Hong Kong, a move that could significantly impact e-commerce platforms such as Shein and Temu. While letters remain unaffected, USPS has not provided a reason for the suspension, stating that it will remain in place until further notice. This decision comes in the wake of new trade policies introduced by the US government. Recently, President Donald Trump signed an executive order eliminating the “de minimis” exemption, a rule that previously allowed packages valued under $800 to enter the US without duties or inspections. Additionally,…
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“His limited and narrow view of the world made him feel threatened by the existence of two hardworking, highly educated, successful people who also happened to be Black,” Michelle Obama said of Trump. “Who’s going to tell him that the job he’s currently seeking might just be one of those ‘Black jobs’?”
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Published: 19 June 2024 The National Civil Rights Museum has announced the distinguished honorees for the 33rd Freedom Award, recognizing their exceptional contributions to civil and human rights. This is the museum’s signature event, which pays tribute to individuals who have shown unwavering commitment to promoting equity and justice. Honorees are: The prestigious Freedom Award ceremony will be held October 17, at the historic Orpheum Theatre in Memphis, Tennessee. This year’s Freedom Award host is MC Lyte, a legend in music and entertainment. She is a pioneering actress in television and film. The evening performances also includes Grammy-nominated recording artist, Deborah Cox,…
Open Letter by Black Women Leaders in Response to the Narrative Surrounding Black Women Nominees for Vice President Black women are many things. We are business executives, political strategists and elected officials, philanthropists, and activists. We are health and wellness practitioners. We are entertainers and faith leaders. We are wives, mothers, daughters, educators, and students. We set and shift culture. We build power and we are powerful. We are the highest propensity voters in this nation. We are a coalition of Black women leaders, who, in this inflection point of the Black liberation movement, where people around the world are…