Shark Awareness Day – Some Fantastic Facts About Sharks
On Shark Awareness Day, let’s reflect on some of the facts about these magnificent creatures, the consequences of overfishing, and the works of some Black marine biologists.
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World Population Day: 7.7 Billion and Rapidly Growing
It took hundreds of thousands of years for the world population to grow to 1 billion – then in just another 200 years or so, it grew sevenfold. In 2011, the global population reached the 7 billion mark, and today, it stands at about 7.7 billion.
Mary Arthur, CEO of Campaign for Working Families Inc., on Tax Rebates and Access to Stimulus Checks
It has been over a year and a half since the pandemic struck the United States, and families are still coping with COVID’s effect on their finances. In 2017, Pew Charitable Trusts found that almost 26% of Philadelphia’s population live below the poverty line, and although COVID-19 has exacerbated the hardships of many, there are resources available that can cushion citizens
Opinions on the COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout in Ghana
On February 24th, 2021, Ghana became the first country in the world to receive the COVAX produced AstraZeneca/Oxford vaccine.
Closed Doors and Empty Seats – The Trend of Absentee Fathers
The saying goes, “It takes a village to raise a child,” but what happens when the chief of the tribe leaves the table?
An Ode to My Father: The Lessons in Love That He Taught Me
My father passed away when I was 18 years old, on June 22, 2008, after a long battle with colon cancer. If you check your 2008 calendar, you will notice that he passed 6 days after the celebration of Father’s Day that year.
Afia and Owusu Bonsu, Ghanaian-American Entrepreneurs, On Operating Transnational Businesses During COVID-19
FunTimes sat down with this couple to learn about their struggles and triumphs during COVID-19, as well as multi-cultural solidarity in Philadelphia, and advice for entrepreneurs of the African diaspora.
Clear Lip Gloss: The Rage in the ’90s, the Rage Now
Whether you wear solo or on top of a matte lipstick, clear lip gloss is exactly what you need to add to your arsenal of barely there beauty supplies. Have a look at 7 of the best clear lip glosses.
Juneteenth Events to Attend in Philadelphia in 2021
This year, Juneteenth falls on a Saturday, and Philly will host a plethora of events for you to attend. If you are looking to celebrate this year’s Juneteenth, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
7 Black Women Who Will Improve Your Financial Literacy
Whether you’re managing your student loan debt, searching for a better way to budget, these 7 Black women have the financial know-how to help you improve your finances.