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If you asked most people if they are freethinkers, the vast majority would automatically give a ‘yes’ response. Would you?| Learning Mind
Oxfam’s new report, Climate Plunder, exposes how the world’s richest one percent are not only responsible for a disproportionate share of carbon emissions, but also for shaping the very policies meant to stop them. As the planet passes the 1.5 °C threshold, billionaires and big corporations continue to profit from an economy that is literally overheating.| iNSnet
If you asked most people if they are freethinkers, the vast majority would automatically give a ‘yes’ response. Would you?| Learning Mind
Research has suggested that low self-esteem can cause consumerism and materialism, but conversely, this also leads to low self-esteem.| Learning Mind
These powerful illustrations criticize the society of the 21st century and hopefully, will remind you of the important things in life.| Learning Mind
Why do we have so irrational fears? Why do we spend so much of our time worrying about things that are unlikely to happen?| Learning Mind
Being a deep thinker is a great gift. Still, in modern society with its materialistic consumer mentality, deep thinking can be quite challenging.| Learning Mind
Each statement, emotion, response, and belief we have is programmed into our minds because our perception of others is influenced by society| Learning Mind
The Telegraph slammed the area and one local said it was on the ‘verge of civil war’. What's it actually like?| The Dispatch
Sound-bite version of legal ruling is an imbalanced substitute for a proper meal/understanding of the situation. Before we get into the meat of this article, let’s start with a linguistics appetizer. Pretty much anyone with a passing interest in the Japanese language, or even Japanese culture in general, knows that the suffix -san often gets […]| SoraNews24 -Japan News-
Men and women show a difference in opinion on how strongly they need the cinematic romance staple in their real-life love life. You can’t talk about dating in Japan without the concept of kokuhaku, or directly confessing one’s romantic feelings, coming up. But while a pivotal kokuhaku scene is a must in romance TV dramas […]| SoraNews24 -Japan News-
Afua Kyei, Chief Financial Officer at the Bank of England, has been named as the most influential Black person in the UK. The annual list, conducted by Powerlist, highlights the most powerful people of African, African-Caribbean, and African-American heritage. As CFO, Kyei leads financial governance of the £1 trillion balance sheet, funding reforms, and upgrades […] The post Bank Of England CFO, Steven Bartlett, And Emma Grede Among Most Influential Black Brits appeared first on POCIT. Tel...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
I remember well my first father-son conversation about girlfriends because it soon devolved into an argument about slang. “Why limit yourself to girls you only think at first glance are foxy?” he asked, substituting my straightforward description of “good looking.” “Foxy girls are not the be-all-end-all,” he continued, substituting another of […] The post The “Six-seven!” Phenomenon Taunts Slang to Make Sense appeared first on Common Reader.| Common Reader
For all the press that men get in the chronicles of history and myth, some women stand out. The prehistoric, limestone figurine Venus of Willendorf is routinely invoked as the mother of all revered female figures. Discovered in an archaeological dig in northeast Austria, her corpulent form made her an icon of fertility […] The post The Rich Ambiguity of “Antifa Founder’s Girlfriend” appeared first on Common Reader.| Common Reader
After a pang of sadness, I turn to watching other people play SimCity 3000 Unlimited on Youtube.| Adamas Nemesis
Euphemisms and soft reporting let misinformation walk right in the front door.| ideatrash
Diving into a deeply painful and destructive moral failing: prejudice.| Jorge Arango
Transcendence as a way to cope with the drabness of everyday life.| Jorge Arango
Learning about memory and motivations from two classic novels.| Jorge Arango
Despite calls for many Democratic politicians and pundits to temper their inflammatory rhetoric, this week has proven a further escalation…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Masjid leadership in the U.S. often have sincere intentions to do what is best for their community. However, when faced with the choice between funding an expansion or investing in human resources, leadership frequently falls into what I call the Expansion Trap. This trade-off usually centers around accommodating the larger crowds that gather for Jumu‘ah, […] The post The Expansion Trap: Why Mosques Are Struggling Despite Fundraising appeared first on MuslimMatters.org.| MuslimMatters.org
Yesterday evening, I was walking through Midtown Manhattan catching up with my friend Mark Vlasic who happened to be in town. The streets were crowded with the usual mix of tourists, professionals …| rajiv.com
A study reveals nearly 20% of urinary tract infections in Southern California may stem from contaminated meat, disproportionately affecting low-income populations. The post Nearly 1 in 5 urinary tract infections linked to contaminated meat first appeared on Scientific Inquirer.| Scientific Inquirer
As we enter an age of algorithmic machine learning, the dumbing down of government is bound to accelerate The post What does the government know? first appeared on Consciousness of Sheep.| Consciousness of Sheep
According to the latest Sample Registration System (SRS) 2023 report, the total fertility rate (TFR) in India has fallen to 1.9 per woman. This is a decline from 2.0 in 2021. The report also indicated that for the first time in India’s documented history, the country is below the fertility level that supports population stability. […] The post India’s Fertility Rate Falls: A Demographic Shift with Far-Reaching Consequences appeared first on Youth Incorporated Magazine.| Youth Incorporated Magazine
India faces a growing obesity crisis, replacing malnutrition with rising health risks and lifestyle-related diseases.| Youth Incorporated Magazine
The EU's next budget threatens to slash climate transition funds for military spending. But Europe's gravest security threats already strike inside our borders — killing 62,000 citizens last year alone.| Social Europe
Bold investment in social innovation is essential if Europe wants to tackle twenty-first-century challenges beyond market and state solutions.| Social Europe
The EU abolished physical borders decades ago, yet digital walls fragment the continent more than ever before.| Social Europe
Fawn and Keith Weaver, the founders of the Uncle Nearest whiskey brand, are opposing efforts to add more of their businesses that are already placed under judicial control. Nearest Green Distillery and the flagship Uncle Nearest whiskey brand have been under a receiver’s management since September, after lender Farm Credit Mid-America claimed the Weavers defaulted […] The post Uncle Nearest Founders Push Back as Court Seeks Greater Control in Receivership Fight appeared first on POCIT. Te...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
We Stopped Practicing Capitalism by Mollie Engelhart at Brownstone Institute Nature doesn't lie. If a system isn't found in the natural world, we should question why we were trying to build it. In a world where more and more people seem to hate capitalism and clamor for socialism, I find myself wondering if we've chosen the wrong villain. Capitalism isn't the problem. Maybe it's the closest thing we have to nature. Imagine a small community. Someone opens a business, a bakery, a farm stand, a...| Brownstone Institute
Together, Apart by Julie Ponesse at Brownstone Institute [The following is an excerpt from Julie Ponesse’s book, Our Last Innocent Moment.] I have often wondered what it would have been like in Babel in the early days after its destruction. We don’t know that God actually destroyed the tower but imagination conjures images of people wandering in the dust of the ruins, living in the rubble of failed hopes and broken dreams. “What now?” they must have wondered. One interesting thing ...| Brownstone Institute
Brownstone Institute’s Struggle for a Better World by Brownstone Institute at Brownstone Institute Five years ago, Anthony Fauci warned Americans not to plan any holiday travel. Or parties. Too dangerous. You might catch Covid. You have to stay in your home. Continue living off stimulus payments, upgrading your digital technology with any extra funds. No weddings. No funerals. No Thanksgiving. No Christmas. Shopping only with store capacity limits. Arrows on the floor. Four people per eleva...| Brownstone Institute
The Pandemic That Broke Our Faith in Modeling by Paul Thacker at Brownstone Institute Several incidents in the Covid pandemic’s first two years forced me to confront the uncomfortable reality that American society had cracked apart, fleeing the comfort and safety of accepted knowns to float untethered from logic in a foreign ether far from planet Earth. Welcome to Mars. But prior incidents had already trained and prepared my mind to expect a coming derangement. During the Persian Gulf War a...| Brownstone Institute
Echoes of the Great Famine in the Covid Era by Robert Billard at Brownstone Institute "A Terrible Record" (John Johnson, Weekly Freeman July 2nd, 1881) In Spring 2020, supposedly “civilized” nations of the world tackled the prospects of how best to subjugate their domestic populations. At this time I was struck by seemingly obvious parallels to another sad chapter in the history of human misery: the Irish Potato Famine. There are many core similarities marking the two calamities. Both evo...| Brownstone Institute
The Theater of the Absurd Ends with a Whimper by el gato malo at Brownstone Institute This article was originally published in January 2024. Let’s start with two simple axioms: Certain sorts of the mentally ill seek power over others as they cannot control themselves. It’s a way to try to substitute regulating the world around them for self-stability by making their own internal dysregulation seem fitting or laudable; it’s environment as surrogate for self. The anxious and insecure see...| Brownstone Institute
The Spirit of Time by Jeffrey A. Tucker at Brownstone Institute [The following is an excerpt from Jeffrey Tucker’s book, Spirits of America: On the Semiquincentennial.] Sloane’s eighth chapter begins with an interesting observation. He was an expert on old-style covered wooden bridges. Strange passion but stick with me here. He observed that there were always signs on these bridges: “Walk your horse.” Apparently galloping across a bridge creates a rhythmic pattern that weakens the ...| Brownstone Institute
Can the Polyface Approach Feed the World? by Joel Salatin at Brownstone Institute By far the most common question people ask me is, "Can the Polyface approach feed the world?" Yet another big op-ed piece in the New York Times on Sept 28 took this position to marginalize non-chemical agriculture, using the oft-quoted idea that we would need three times as much farmland to produce the food the world needs if we quit using glyphosate and chemical fertilizer. Let's take a walk into history and ...| Brownstone Institute
Javier Milei’s Rallying Cry before the WEF by Robert Malone at Brownstone Institute [This article is a republication of a Substack post that was originally published in January 2024.] Buckle in, this is a speech for the history books. Summary quotes and the transcript are below the video. Note that “Libertarianism” as used here by Milei is synonymous with the classical liberalism of the US Founding Fathers such as Thomas Jefferson. Life, liberty, property. The term “classical liberali...| Brownstone Institute
A US company is using virtual reality to show how vaccines save lives – from the Congo to classrooms across America The post How virtual reality is helping people see the life-saving power of vaccines appeared first on Positive News.| Positive News
The farming community pioneering a soil health project to show how organic regenerative agriculture can restore a vital ecosystem The post ‘We found 23,000 worms!’ The soil project bringing life back to the land appeared first on Positive News.| Positive News
What stirs a sense of belonging in the place you call home, what connects you to the land and your fellow citizens? We want to know The post What does patriotism mean to you? appeared first on Positive News.| Positive News
From AI-driven medical miracles to whisky distilled on a remote Arctic island, our latest issue is packed with inspiring stories The post 10 things we learnt from the new issue of Positive News magazine appeared first on Positive News.| Positive News
An app backed by ecologists aims to reconnect people with nature by mapping the UK’s wild spaces The post App launches to help people to discover nature on their doorstep appeared first on Positive News.| Positive News
Some of the brightest minds are combining climate science with machine learning to address impacts of the climate crisis The post ‘I’ve found my community’: the woman bringing AI and climate science together appeared first on Positive News.| Positive News
A London care home built to tackle social isolation has won a major architecture award The post ‘Hopeful and imaginative’: introducing the UK’s ‘best’ new building appeared first on Positive News.| Positive News
Green turtles came back from the brink, The Maldives made medical history, and global EV sales surged, plus more The post What went right this week: coming off the ‘endangered’ list, plus more appeared first on Positive News.| Positive News
With more entries than ever before, this year’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition showcases the world’s enduring fascination with nature, and the urgent need to protect it| Positive News
Or, what is a Republic? Everyone knows the anecdote. At the conclusion of the constitutional convention in 1787, according to […] The post If You Can Keep What? appeared first on American Reformer.| American Reformer
Tyranny Through Energy Utopianism In 2022, as Russian tanks rolled into Ukraine, European nations confronted a bitter truth: their utopian […] The post The Evil of Green Politics appeared first on American Reformer.| American Reformer
The post The Decline of NGOs and the Challenges Iraq Faces appeared first on 1001 Iraqi Thoughts.| 1001 Iraqi Thoughts
Target is spotlighting its partnership with Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), a program supporting Black small business founders with access, education, and community, amid ongoing boycotts over its decision to rollback DEI initiatives. In a press release published on October 20, 2025, Target detailed its partnership with RICE, which began in 2020 and was renewed […] The post Target Spotlights Black Business Partnership Amid DEI Backlash and CEO Exit appeared first on POC...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
As the dust settles, there are questions about the tragic incident that need answering. How could such a huge construction failure occur? What lessons can be learned to prevent similar incidents in the future? And what are the implications of this disaster for religious education administrators and the general public?| Indonesia at Melbourne
Diaspora attitudes changed dramatically on the night of 28 August. The killing of Affan Kurniawan—a 21-year old Gojek driver—by an armoured police car was captured in multiple viral videos. It shook many Indonesians to the core.| Indonesia at Melbourne
Women make up 47% of STEM graduates in Africa, according to a recent McKinsey study —a higher share than in Europe (42%), Asia (41%), and South America (41%). Additionally, in sub-Saharan Africa, as much as 30% of roles in STEM sectors are held by women. However, less than 20% of top tech roles are held […] The post Africa Leads The World In Female STEM Graduates, Yet Few Hold Top Tech Roles appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech..| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Elly Savatia, a Kenyan inventor and social entrepreneur, has won the Africa 2025 Engineering Innovation Prize founded by the UK’s Royal Academy of Engineering. He won the award for Terp 360, an AI-powered app that translates speech into sign language using lifelike 3D avatars, along with a £50,000 ($67,000) grant. Terp 360: A Sign Language Translation App […] The post Kenyan Innovator Wins Prestigous Engineering Prize For Sign Language Translation App appeared first on POCIT. Telling t...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
The Nigerian government is working with Google and Apolitical, a global learning platform for government innovation, to launch a training initiative for public servants. The initiative, called the AI Government Campus, will be implemented through the Apolitical Government AI Campus. It aims to train thousands of public servants and government leaders to understand and apply […] The post Google And Nigeria Launch AI Campus To Train Public Servants appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
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Austria recorded 13,032 asylum applications in 2025, down 32% year-on-year, with more female and underage refugees than before. The post Austria’s Asylum Applications Drop 32% in 2025 appeared first on The International.| The International
Cactus Jack Foundation, a non-profit founded by rapper Travis Scott, has launched a new initative for students with Space Center Houston. As reported by Complex, the program will allow Houston Independent School District students to engage in a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)-enriched curriculum. Cactus Jack Foundation’s new initative The program will teach students […] The post Travis Scott’s Foundation Partners With Space Center Houston To Inspire STEM Student...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
In 2024, I co-founded a group called Black Adoptees Meetup. Another woman and I organized that event within two months. We brought 25 Black adoptees from around the States to meet for the first time. It was beautiful. It was necessary. It was powerful. So, we thought we would do it again. But this time, … Continue reading Monday Notes: 5 Lessons Learned From Planning Black Adoptees Meetup by Myself| K E Garland
VIBE has merged with Rolling Stone, according to Billboard. The merger will allow Rolling Stone to expand its hip-hop coverage and take a deeper dive into the genre. Additionally, VIBE will release exclusive collector’s edition issues of the magazine and debut a new interview series featuring in-depth conversations with leading figures across music, sports, and […] The post Rolling Stone Merges With VIBE To Expand Its Hip-Hop And R&B Content appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories an...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
OpenAI has paused video generations of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on its new Sora 2 app after backlash over disrespectful AI-generated depictions of the civil rights leader. The company announced the decision on X on Sunday, confirming it had reached a resolution with King, Inc., the organization representing the late Dr. King’s estate. The […] The post OpenAI Pauses AI Videos Of Martin Luther King Jr. After Backlash appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underre...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Coaching and digital education company Career Love LLC is launching a free Career Love Community, a digital space helping Black women who have been laid off from their jobs. Founded by career coach and DEI Mercedes Swan, the initiative aims to provide a space where Black women can access resources, network, and support after experiencing […] The post This Founder Is Launching A Digital Space To Help Black Women Navigate Job Loss appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of t...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams signed Executive Order 57, creating the New York City Office of Digital Assets and Blockchain — the first mayor-led office of its kind in the US. This move aims to make New York a global leader in digital assets like cryptocurrency and blockchain. Mayor Adams has also appointed Moises […] The post Mayor Adams Launches Initiative to Establish New York City As A Global Hub For Digital Assets appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the unde...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Tanya Morris, founder of Mom Your Business (MYB), is teaming up with Baltimore-based EcoMap Technologies to launch Foundery PHL, as reported by Technical.ly. The platform will help founders access the necessary tools needed to expand their businesses. Foundery PHL will host organizations like Enterprise Center, Startup Leader, and Women’s Opportunities Resource Center, providing resources and support for entreprenuers. Black women-led Businesses […] The post Founder Launches Platfor...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Every year, on the second Monday in October, the US commemorates Indigenous Peoples’ Day to honor and celebrate Indigenous communities’ rich cultures, traditions, and contributions. Here, we shine a spotlight on some remarkable Indigenous leaders, past and present, who are pushing the boundaries of tech and inspiring the next generation. 1. Mary Golda Ross Mary […] The post 4 Tech Leaders You Should Know About This Indigenous Peoples’ Day appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories a...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told his employees that the company will continue to sponsor H-1B visas and cover all associated costs after President Donald Trump’s new executive order imposed $100,000 fee on each new application. A H-1B visa allows employers to temporarily employ foreign workers in “specialty occupations” that require a degree or its equivalent. […] The post Nvidia’s CEO Will Cover Visa Fees, Telling Staff ‘Legal Immigration Remains Essential’ appeared first on POCIT....| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Uncle Nearest whisky company remains viable and should continue operating, according to the first quarterly report filed by a court-appointed receiver. “The Company has significant value and can be reorganized, as a going concern,” he wrote, emphasizing that a fire-sale liquidation is unnecessary. The lawsuit against Uncle Nearest The Black-owned brand was in dire straits, […] The post Black Woman-Owned Uncle Nearest Is Viable And Has “Significant Value,” Report Says appeared first ...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Two Black-owned health and wellness startups are teaming up to close the gap in menopause care for Black women. Black Girl Vitamins, a Chicago-based wellness brand, and Jayla Health, a hormonal health telehealth startup, are collaborating to offer free virtual consultations for menopause and perimenopause to Black women in New York, California, and Florida. The […] The post Two Black Women–Owned Startups Team Up On Free Telehealth Initiative To Improve Menopause Care appeared first on POC...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Burberry, a British fashion house, has cut Geoffrey Williams, the head of diversity, from his role. “As part of a wider restructure, Burberry has chosen to integrate responsibility for diversity, equity, and inclusion across the organization,” Williams wrote in a LinkedIn post. He continued: “This reflects a belief that DEI should be embedded throughout the […] The post Burberry Scraps Head Of Diversity Role Amid Company Reshuffle appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoug...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Black-owned businesses faced the highest rejection rate for loans in 2024, according to a recent analysis by LendingTree. Nearly 2 in 5 (39%) of Black founders were denied when applying for loans, lines of credit, or merchant cash advances. Hispanic business owners also faced high levels of rejection, with a 29% rejection rate. Comparatively, only […] The post 2 In 5 Black-Owned Business Loan Applications Were Denied, Study Finds appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of ...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Dating in 2025 is tough, and it’s even harder if you’re hoping to meet someone who shares your cultural background. The same can be said for building friendships and finding community. While social media offers endless possibilities, it’s rarely easy to filter for genuine connection. And on dating apps, your options are limited. Currently, the […] The post Inside HUE: The New App Helping People Of Color Find Love And Connection appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Apple has removed ICEBlock and several similar apps from its App Store after government officials raised concerns about safety risks linked to tools that let users track US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The growth of ICE-Tracking Apps A growing number of mobile apps are helping immigrants stay safe amid ICE deportations, providing critical information such as “Know […] The post Apple And Google Remove Apps Tracking ICE Agents appeared first on POCIT. Telling the st...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Solange Knowles’ Saint Heron has launched a free digital archival library of literature by Black and brown authors, poets, and artists. Readers can borrow rare and out-of-print books for up to 45 days, creating new pathways to access historically significant works. Improving access to Black archives Many historically significant Black material survives only in fragile, […] The post Solange Opens Free Digital Library Of Rare Black Books appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thou...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
The 2Africa submarine cable is scheduled to launch in September 2025 in locations including London, Ghana, Nigeria, and South Africa. Facebook reported that it will span 45,000 kilometers across nine landings, collectively known as the 2Africa Pearls. The subsea cable will directly connect Africa, Europe, and Asia. Upon its completion, the extension will make 2Africa […] The post Facebook-backed 2Africa Subsea Cable Set To Go Live In September 2025 appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stori...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Aliyah Jones went viral after going undercover on LinkedIn as a white woman named Emily to expose racial bias in corporate hiring. The digital storyteller documented the eight-month experiment in her Corporate Catfish docuseries, which resonated with hundreds of thousands online. Now, she’s expanding that work into a full-length documentary exploring what it truly means […] The post Her Fake LinkedIn Profile Exposed Hiring Bias, Now She’s Turning Her Viral Series Into A Documentary appe...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is facing a lawsuit from 404 Media after failing to release details of a $2 million contract with Israeli spyware company Paragon. The investigative outlet filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request in September 2024 seeking records related to the deal but received no substantial response, despite federal law […] The post ICE Is Keeping Its $2M Spyware Contract Under Wraps – Now The Media Are Suing appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stori...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
President Trump’s latest move on immigration is shaking up the tech industry and the global talent pipeline it relies on. On Friday, the White House announced that employers must now pay $100,000 for each new H-1B visa application, nearly 60 times the previous $215 lottery registration fee. The H-1B visa allows US companies to hire skilled foreign […] The post Trump’s New $100K Fee For Foreign Worker Visas Leaves Tech Industry Scrambling appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories an...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Women-led startups continue to attract only a small portion of investment in Africa’s tech ecosystem. So far in 2025, male-led startups in Africa have received 75% of all funding raised. This leaves the remainder shared between women-led and mixed gender teams, according to the latest Africa Venture Pulse report by Briter, a research and business intelligence […] The post African Startups Raised $2B So Far This Year, Just 10% Went To Teams With A Female Founder appeared first on POCIT. T...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
The current job market for Black women in the US is bleak. More than 300,000 Black women have exited the workforce in just a matter of months. 518,00 Black women have not returned to the labor force since the pandemic started, meaning their real unemployment rate is over 10%, according to gender economist Katica Roy’s […] The post How Black Women Can Protect Their Careers Amid Rising Unemployment appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech..| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Nearly 300,000 Black women left the workforce in just three months, according to gender economist Katica Roy’s analysis of federal data published in MSNBC. Black women were the only major female demographic to see significant job losses in the five-month period between February and July, with 319,000 leaving the workforce, The New York Times reports. […] The post Congresswoman Urges Federal Action After 300,000 Black Women Exit Workforce In Just 3 Months appeared first on POCIT. Telling t...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
AI is helping Latinos get on the property ladder. Latinos often face several barriers when trying to buy a home, such as meeting loan officers who don’t speak Spanish and not being able to fully understand what is being explained to them by loan officers. Federal housing agencies have started to switch to English-only services […] The post Mortgage Experts Are Using AI To Help Latinos Get On The Property Ladder appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresen...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has awarded $19.8 million to 12 projects across Detroit. One of the recipients of the grant is Black Tech Saturdays, as reported by the Detroit Free Press. Black Tech Saturdays allows creatives and tech enthusiasts to learn, innovate, and collaborate. The group will receive $2 million to […] The post Black Tech Saturdays Receives $2M Grant From Knight Foundation appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in te...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Lion Forge Entertainment, the Black-owned studio behind a growing slate of diverse film and TV projects, has secured a $30 million in a funding round led by HarbourView Equity Partners, as first reported by Bloomberg. The Los Angeles–based studio, founded by David Steward II, son of billionaire tech entrepreneur David Steward, will use the capital […] The post Tech Billionaire’s Son Behind Oscar-Winning Studio Raises $30M To Bring More Diverse Stories To The Screen appeared first on POC...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
A new social media platform designed for the Black community is set to launch. Byio – short for By Invite Only- is the first-ever SaaS, AI-forward social platform founded and owned by Black women, according to a press release. Byio is designed to build community. “Unlike traditional platforms that alienate and mistreat certain demographics, Byio […] The post The First-Ever Social Platform Founded And Owned By Black Women Is 100% Invite-Only appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories a...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
ICE has recently spent approximately $4 million on facial recognition technology to investigate individuals it believes have harmed law enforcement officers, according to procurement records obtained by 404 Media. The records suggest that ICE is purchasing the technology to identify people who might assault the agency’s officers as they continue the Trump administration’s mass deportation […] The post ICE Spends Millions On Clearview AI Facial Recognition Tech appeared first on POCIT. T...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Iwnetim Abatek, an Ethiopian entrepreneur and assistant professor at MIT in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, has been named to the MIT 35 Innovators Under 35 list. The annual list, published by MIT Technology Review, celebrates the world’s most promising young creators in science and technology. Abatek’s research focuses on sodium-ion batteries, a […] The post Meet The Ethiopian Entrepreneur Who Made The MIT Innovators Under 35 List For 2025 appeared first on POCIT. ...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
ICE will have access to Israeli-made spyware that can hack into any phone and view encrypted messages. The Department of Homeland Security first entered into a contract with Paragon Solutions in 2024. But the Biden Administration put the $2 million deal on pause as it faced compliance reviews related to privacy and security concerns. The […] The post ICE Revives Contract With Previously Banned Spyware Maker appeared first on POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Gilbert Family Foundation announced that it will grant over $4 million to Black Leaders Detroit (BLD) and the Michigan Black Business Alliance (MBBA). The announcement made during Black Business Month detailed that the capital will be allocated towards several programs for Detroit business owners, including increasing access to capital, technical assistance, business coaching, and more. […] The post Gilbert Family Foundation Invests Over $4M To Detroit Business Ecosystem appeared first on P...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Black Tech Street (BTS) is bringing transformative AI innovation education to Tulsa’s Historic Greenwood District with the help of microchip maker NVIDIA. The partnership aims to help Tulsa become a national model for tech-driven economic empowerment and community advancement. NVIDIA, the world’s most valuable company, will collaborate with the organization to lead efforts in integrating […] The post NVIDIA Partners With Black Tech Street To Advance AI Education In Tulsa appeared first ...| POCIT. Telling the stories and thoughts of the underrepresented in tech.
Victor Davis Hanson warned Americans to not be fooled by Zohran Mamdani’s charming smile when he joined Mark Levin Saturday night.| The Daily Signal
Victor Davis Hanson ranked President Donald Trump in the top five best U.S. presidents when he joined Mark Levin Saturday night.| The Daily Signal
Written by Yi-Ling Chen. This article traces Taiwan’s housing transformation, arguing that the state’s role remains central, and that its interventions have facilitated commodification, speculation, and inequality in Taiwan’s housing sector. It calls for restoring housing’s use value and reimagining it as a basic necessity. Continue reading| Taiwan Insight
Written by Zong-Rong Lee and Thung-Hong Lin. This article introduces the Taiwan Insight–IJTS special issue on the Topical Section “Transitions and Challenges in Taiwan’s Economy and Society.” Initiated as an open invitation to scholars worldwide, the Topical Section reflects on Taiwan’s economic transformation, convening debate on structural shifts, their consequences, and the pressing challenges shaping Taiwan’s future. Continue reading| Taiwan Insight
The article emphasizes the significance of human unity and global governance, suggesting that it will emerge through love and technology, leading to a transformed, harmonious society devoid of barriers and conflict.| Operation Disclosure Official
Sierra shares her experiences with Light Warriors, discussing monarch butterflies, spiritual insights, and Galactics, while emphasizing positivity and connection amidst impending shifts in consciousness on Earth.| Operation Disclosure Official
Raanra communicates with LIORA, their Higher Self, discussing the significance of breathing the Breath of Divine One-ness amidst 100% Harmonic Pressure. This practice aids in transmuting negativity and unresolved traumas.| Operation Disclosure Official
In a bustling magazine office, John Titor and companions search for a busy editor while exploring Central Park. Dinner at a famous restaurant leads to unforeseen connections and philosophical discussions.| Operation Disclosure Official
Sierra and Jayde reconnect with Light Beings, discussing Pleiadian ships, the significance of upcoming dates, rising energies, and advice on surrendering control for personal growth in preparation for The Shift.| Operation Disclosure Official
