Author: Carma Henry

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Slaves Built The U.S. Capitol

     There is a gross omission in the standard high school curriculum. Students are not taught that the labor of the slaves built the Capitol and the White House. A report by the National Archives (archives.gov) notes, “Two of Washington, DC’s most famous buildings,  the White House and the

National News

“Laws of Annihilation”

     You have to choose, you can’t have both. This one or that one, that or the other, think about it and then pick a side. Or maybe you don’t even have to think about it. Maybe, as in the new novel “Laws of Annihilation” by Eriq La Salle, the decision was made decades ago.

Entertainment

Merry Moments in Pompano Beach/Holiday events and shows

Holiday cheer is overflowing this year as Pompano Beach celebrates the season with a glorious array of events, and from the looks of it, Santa loves our City! The festivities kick-off with the 16th Annual Light Up MLK on November 18th at Annie Adderly Gillis Park with official tree lighting, live entertainment, and a visit from Santa! The beloved Yuletide on Atlantic Parade on December 7 will feature dazzling floats, marching bands, and another appearance from old St. Nick!

Sports

FMU snaps 2-game skid with 20-point victory over FNU

After a tight first half that was separated by only seven points, Florida Memorial dominated the second half to take their ninth straight win against Florida National with a final score of 80-60 at the FMU Wellness Center, continuing their undefeated streak against the Conquistadors.

Sports

Coco Magic-Gauff Wins Her First-Ever WTA Finals Match Coco Gauff and Ons Jabeur embrace after the 57 minute match, won by Gauff-Photo/Susan Mullane-USA TODAY Sports By Dwight Casimere (Source The Time Weekly): “She’s much more confident. She’s become more of a complete player.” That was how Tennis Channel commentator Chanda Rubin described 19-year-old American Coco Gauff as she steamrolled past Tunisian no. 6 seed Ons Jabeur to capture her first win at the WTA Finals in Cancun. This was their first time facing each other in the event, which sported a brand new court. The last time each of them played was in China, where Jabeur lifted a trophy in Ningbo and Gauff took an early exit at the China Open in Beijing against no. 2 Iga Swiatek. It was the ‘Coco Show’ from the beginning with Gauff delivering a blistering series of backhands. Despite a previous day loss in doubles with perennial partner Jessica Pegula, Gauff seemed to breeze across the court like a champion ice skater as she completely crushed Jabeur at every turn. Jabuer racked up an astonishing 12 unforced errors in the course of play. At one point reaching break point, the African’s play broke down again, over hitting every ball in response to Gauff’s relentless approach. Play was abandoned due to rain early in the second set, which might have proved a blessing from the skies for Jabeur, but the clouds never broke for her. Gauff reset after a brief slump when play resumed, and took full command of the match to a resounding victory. Gauff has won 50 matches this season, eight of them against Top 10 opponents. She moves on to face her now ever-present nemesis, Iga Swiatek in the second round at Cancun.

     “She’s much more confident. She’s become more of a complete player.” That was how Tennis Channel commentator Chanda Rubin described 19-year-old American Coco Gauff as she steamrolled past Tunisian no. 6 seed Ons Jabeur to capture her first win at the WTA Finals in Cancun.

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Let’s Talk Education

      Education plays a vital role in the development of every child, irrespective of their background. However, Black communities have historically faced social challenges when it comes to accessing quality education. Despite these challenges, we have found success.