African-American culture

Opportunity Zone Ecosystem to Create and Grow Technology Companies in Harlem

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021

We plan to build companies that bring revolutionary technologies to the Harlem community and, in turn, create hundreds, if not thousands, of jobs for Harlemites.

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  • We plan to build companies that bring revolutionary technologies to the Harlem community and, in turn, create hundreds, if not thousands, of jobs for Harlemites.
  • "This new innovation ecosystem addresses a significant gap in the Opportunity Zone market," said Gregory Campbell, Co-Chair of the Opportunity Zone Committee of The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce, a leading supporter of the WHIN initiative.
  • "\nThe WHIN ecosystem will look to create and nurture high-impact companies by combining the Opportunity Zone Program tools with a strong local brain trust, a trained Harlem workforce, world-class scientists and technology experts, community-based organizations, and world-class research institutions in Harlem.
  • "The West Harlem Innovation Network will help launch companies working to solve the world\'s most difficult health challenges, potentially helping millions of people around the world.

Technics Announces the SL-1200MK7-S Adding to the Legacy for their Successful Range of DJ-Turntables

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021

In keeping with the SL-1200 tradition of past decades and in response to recent inquiries, we are pleased to add a silver version.

Key Points: 
  • In keeping with the SL-1200 tradition of past decades and in response to recent inquiries, we are pleased to add a silver version.
  • It became greatly admired by both audio enthusiasts and DJs who helped to unleash the DJ culture in areas such as electronic dance music.
  • The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based Panasonic Corporation.
  • One of Interbrand's Top 100 Best Global Brands of 2020, Panasonic is a leading technology partner and integrator to businesses, government agencies and consumers across the region.

Get Ready for the Ride of Your Life, as The ABCs of HBCUs Takes Readers on a Front-Row, All-Inclusive Tour of Historically Black Colleges & Universities

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Monday, April 19, 2021

b'OAKLAND, Calif., April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --New children\'s book celebrates Historically Black Colleges and Universities.\nKamala Harris, Stacey Abrams, Toni Morrison, and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. all attended Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs.)

Key Points: 
  • b'OAKLAND, Calif., April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --New children\'s book celebrates Historically Black Colleges and Universities.\nKamala Harris, Stacey Abrams, Toni Morrison, and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. all attended Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs.)
  • Unfortunately, many children are unaware of these institutions.
  • "The ABCs of HBCUs," written by Claudia Walker and published by HBCU Prep School, is raising awareness about Black Colleges.\nFrom A to Z, "The ABCs of HBCUs" gives readers a front-row, all-inclusive tour of Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
  • I want to change that, and ensure that students are exposed to these historical institutions as early as possible.

Global Menthol Cigarette Market: (2021 to 2026) - Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecasts - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, April 12, 2021

b'The "Menthol Cigarette Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com\'s offering.\nThe global menthol cigarette market exhibited moderate growth during 2015-2020.

Key Points: 
  • b'The "Menthol Cigarette Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com\'s offering.\nThe global menthol cigarette market exhibited moderate growth during 2015-2020.
  • Looking forward, the publisher expects the market to grow at a CAGR of 3.20% during 2021-2026\nA menthol cigarette is a cylindrical roll of ground or shredded tobacco that is mixed together with menthol flavoring.
  • Menthol is a chemical compound that is produced from mint plants, such as spearmint and peppermint.
  • It is usually added in cigarettes to give a cooling sensation and reduce the harshness of the smoke for the consumer.

College Consensus Publishes Aggregate Ranking of the Best Historically Black Colleges & Universities for 2021

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Thursday, April 15, 2021

b"HILLSBOROUGH, N.C., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --College Consensus ( https://www.collegeconsensus.com/ ), a unique college ratings website that aggregates publisher rankings and student reviews, has published its annual ranking of the Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities for 2021 at https://www.collegeconsensus.com/rankings/best-hbcu/\nThe nation's Historically Black Colleges and Universities are known for providing excellent academics within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Key Points: 
  • b"HILLSBOROUGH, N.C., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --College Consensus ( https://www.collegeconsensus.com/ ), a unique college ratings website that aggregates publisher rankings and student reviews, has published its annual ranking of the Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities for 2021 at https://www.collegeconsensus.com/rankings/best-hbcu/\nThe nation's Historically Black Colleges and Universities are known for providing excellent academics within a supportive and inclusive environment.
  • HBCUs are recognized as having some of the strongest alumni networks where graduates continue to invest in the lives of their peers and current HBCU students.\nWhile only majority-black institutions founded before 1964 qualify as HBCUs, Historically Black Colleges and Universities are anything but history.
  • They are vibrant communities that fall into many categories, including public and private; research universities and liberal arts colleges; religious and non-religious.
  • The College Consensus Best HBCUs ranking highlights historically black institutions that define black excellence.\nThe top three Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities for 2021 are (1) Spelman College, (2) Howard University, and (3) Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.

Worldwide Menthol Cigarette Industry to 2026 - Players Include Alfred Dunhill, Altria Group and British American Tobacco Among Others

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021

b'DUBLIN, April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Menthol Cigarette Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com\'s offering.\nThe global menthol cigarette market exhibited moderate growth during 2015-2020.

Key Points: 
  • b'DUBLIN, April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Menthol Cigarette Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com\'s offering.\nThe global menthol cigarette market exhibited moderate growth during 2015-2020.
  • A menthol cigarette is a cylindrical roll of ground or shredded tobacco that is mixed together with menthol flavoring.
  • It is usually added in cigarettes to give a cooling sensation and reduce the harshness of the smoke for the consumer.
  • What is the key capsule type in the menthol cigarette market?\n10.

STEEZY Studio Furthers Its Mission of Making Dance Learning Accessible with Launch of Ballet, Contemporary and Jazz Curriculums

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021

b'LOS ANGELES, April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- STEEZY Studio , the premier destination for virtual dance learning, today introduces foundational programming for three new dance styles - ballet, contemporary and jazz.

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  • b'LOS ANGELES, April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- STEEZY Studio , the premier destination for virtual dance learning, today introduces foundational programming for three new dance styles - ballet, contemporary and jazz.
  • With a mission to make dance instruction fun, easy and accessible, the launch provides a more classical portfolio to complement STEEZY\'s current lineup of hip-hop, house, heels, K-Pop, breaking and more.
  • Typically, receiving quality dance instruction of any style has been reserved for those with access to big cities and the necessary financial means.
  • Many adults might also feel like they have missed the \'cutoff age\' to begin their dance journey," said STEEZY Studio Director of Content, Jessie Ma.

Mission Neighborhood Centers Inc. Receives $1 Million Grant From Jack Dorsey's #StartSmall for Vital Community Services

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

A $1 million grant from Jack Dorsey's philanthropic initiative, #StartSmall, has been awarded to San Franciscos premier Latino Community non-profit agency: Mission Neighborhood Centers (MNC).

Key Points: 
  • A $1 million grant from Jack Dorsey's philanthropic initiative, #StartSmall, has been awarded to San Franciscos premier Latino Community non-profit agency: Mission Neighborhood Centers (MNC).
  • Second, #StartSmall grant funds will help MNCs Senior Center programs, which provide one-on-one assistance to hundreds of diverse seniors.
  • About Mission Neighborhood Centers, Inc. (MNC), is San Francisco's preeminent Latino-led community-based organization.
  • MNC serves 12 neighborhood centers in the Mission, Excelsior, Mission Bay and Bayview Hunters Point communities.

Growing Popularity of Menthol Cigarettes to Benefit Development of the Menthol Market, Market Projected to exceed valuation of US$ 1.2 bn by 2030: TMR

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Such extensive use of the product is estimated to foster growth of the global menthol market in the years to come.

Key Points: 
  • Such extensive use of the product is estimated to foster growth of the global menthol market in the years to come.
  • In addition to that,tobacco companies manufacture menthol cigarettes to cater to new customers, as menthol cigarettes are consideredmore attractive than plain cigarettes.
  • Furthermore, the menthol market is expected to expand at a steady rate as a growing number of new smokers choose menthol cigarettes over traditional cigarettes.
  • During the period of assessment, research and development activities are projected to play a significant role in the overall development of the global menthol market.

Growing Popularity of Menthol Cigarettes to Benefit Development of the Menthol Market, Market Projected to exceed valuation of US$ 1.2 bn by 2030: TMR

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Such extensive use of the product is estimated to foster growth of the global menthol market in the years to come.

Key Points: 
  • Such extensive use of the product is estimated to foster growth of the global menthol market in the years to come.
  • In addition to that,tobacco companies manufacture menthol cigarettes to cater to new customers, as menthol cigarettes are consideredmore attractive than plain cigarettes.
  • Furthermore, the menthol market is expected to expand at a steady rate as a growing number of new smokers choose menthol cigarettes over traditional cigarettes.
  • During the period of assessment, research and development activities are projected to play a significant role in the overall development of the global menthol market.