ATLANTA — This past weekend, ONE/35 Agency hosted and moderated an exclusive screening and roundtable discussion at Atlanta’s Regal Cinema in Atlantic Station, Midtown for the new Peacock original series “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist.” The series stars Kevin Hart (co-executive producer), Taraji P. Henson, Terrence Howard, Samuel L. […]
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Rattlers edge Spartans in MEAC/SWAC challenge
ATLANTA — Football season is in full swing, and Florida A&M is 1-0. The Rattlers held the ball for the final six minutes of the game, stifling a late-game comeback in the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Saturday night in Atlanta against Norfolk State. Before the game, FAMU first-year head coach James […]
Volleyball comes up short in exhibition match
Florida A&M’s volleyball team went head-to-head Friday against West Florida University in their home exhibition match at the Lawson Center, falling three sets to one. The Rattlers started with an 11-1 lead in the first set against the Argonauts but that did not last very long. Struggling after giving up […]
Was Larry Robinson’s departure voluntary?
As Florida A&M University begins a new semester, it faces significant upheaval following President Larry Robinson’s departure on Aug. 4. After just one week on the job, interim FAMU President Timothy Beard requested letters of resignation from the entire senior leadership team. At least four members of that team, […]
A call for creativity: Wakati’s 5th year design challenge
Wakati, which means “time” in Swahili, embodies a rich heritage and is a celebration of the past, present and future of hair care. This brand has quickly become synonymous with empowerment and authenticity, embracing natural hair journeys while offering products that nurture hair health and beauty. Now, as Wakati celebrates […]
FAMU interim president asks for leadership resignation
Florida A&M University Interim President Timothy Beard has called for the immediate resignation of the school’s senior leadership team; this team includes the Chief Operating Officer, Provost, General Counsel, Athletic Director, Chief of Staff and Communications director, among several other positions that report directly to Beard. This letter was delivered […]
Harris picks a running mate
In a strategic move that has captured widespread attention, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the 2024 election. Walz, a seasoned politician with a rich background, brings a blend of experience and relatability to the ticket. Tim Walz’s political career […]
Cathcart satisfies sweet cravings
Nyla Cathcart, a fourth-year psychology major at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, is a testament to the power of resilience and entrepreneurship. Transferring to FAMU from a community college in Pasadena, California, in fall 2022, Cathcart sought to immerse herself in an environment of Black excellence and deepen her understanding […]
Trump battles journalists at NABJ
CHICAGO —Former President Donald Trump, the Republican nominee for the 2024 election, faced criticism for his previous comments about the Black community during his panel conversation at Wednesday’s National Association of Black Journalists conference. After an hour delay, ABC News Congressional Correspondent Rachel Scott wasted no time asking Trump heavy-hitter […]
Alum leading charge to reduce social media harm
Led by a Florida A&M grad, the Social Media Research Institute has submitted a proposal to The Joint Select Committee on Social Media and Australian Society to have research on social media’s effects published in the Parliament of Australia. Parliamentary committees investigate specific matters of policy, government administration, or performance. […]