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(Reuters) - Meta Platforms (META), opens new tab CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the Biden administration had pressured the company to "censor" COVID-19 content during the pandemic, apparently referring to White House requests to take down misinformation about the coronavirus and vaccines. In a letter dated Aug. 26, Zuckerberg told the U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee that he regretted not speaking up about this pressure earlier, as well as other

The Conversation More than two centuries after Jane Austen died in 1817, many of the English novelist's fans want to know her takes on her day's big issues, including race, colonialism, and slavery. Vigorous debates continue about what she may have thought, but her family's engagement in the movement to abolish slavery is gradually coming to light. After scouring 19th-century newspapers and archives for new information, I have discovered that

By Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer A. Ruth Proctor is a force in the community. Business owner, community organizer, mother and so much more, I was thrilled to ask her a few questions about her experiences. I first inquired about her influences from her writing to her philanthropy and other areas, "My personal experiences in foster care and surviving domestic violence have taught me to be intentional and purpose-driven in

NEW YORK (AP) - Online reviews and testimonials are a key way that small businesses can attract new customers and boost sales of products. But fake reviews and testimonials have been a persistent problem for small businesses, many of whom rely on recommendations for business. Fake reviews can make it harder for people to trust what they read online and ultimately hurt businesses. In addition, small businesses can find themselves

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Duke Energy Foundation today announced $700,000 of new funding will be made available to North Carolina small businesses in partnership with community development organizations. Small business grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 will be distributed through 20 community organizations to support retail shops, restaurants and other small businesses looking to expand, upgrade technology and improve downtown storefronts. Now in its fourth year, the grant program has

Are you spending more time in the bathroom than you'd like? Loads of TikTok posts show you're not alone. Young people, especially women, are increasingly talking on social media about gastrointestinal distress, such as irritable bowel syndrome or chronic bloating. Some experts say that's mostly a good thing, because it may help others seek help for a topic that has been taboo. But they stress it's important to realize that

By Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer You're not crazy, you're just traumatized systemically. This is not an Achilles heel or a crutch, it's just the facts. I'm sharing this knowledge in hopes that we can collectively embrace and use it as empowerment. Are you familiar with Dr. Joy DeGruy, "Dr. DeGruy developed her theory of Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome, publishing her findings in the book "Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome -

By: Jordan Meadows - Staff Writer CASA, a leading nonprofit in affordable housing, is nearing the completion of its most ambitious project to date: King's Ridge. This $13.7 million development is set to make a significant impact on the lives of up to 100 individuals and families in Raleigh who have experienced homelessness or face challenges due to disabilities and low income. King's Ridge will offer a range of housing

By Steve Worthy Special To The Carolinian Each year, starting around July 23rd, in a town on the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico, tradition comes alive with the annual FiestasTradicionales en Honor a Santiago Ap6sto (Saint James the Apostle Traditional Celebration). The annual event takes place in Loiza, Puerto Rico and consists of Bomba dances & music, culinary delights, different professions honoring men, women and children and fun for the

ROCKY MOUNT- The Lancaster family joined Dr. Evan D. Duff, President of North Carolina Wesleyan University, to formalize the creation of The William Ted & Karen Naylor Lancaster Family Endowed Scholarship. This scholarship honors the legacy and contributions of the late William Ted Lancaster and Karen Naylor Lancaster, both proud graduates of NCWU's Class of 1970. The scholarship will distribute a minimum of $2,500 annually once the endowment reaches $50,000.