Important stories for the day (15-08-2023)

These events happened on this day, as reported by major news sources.

Arkansas cancels an African American Studies course for the upcoming school year 48 hours before it begins.

5 Black-owned businesses will be featured at Baltimore Washington International Airport through the Launch Pad program.

Aaron Wilson and Kelvin Mensah launch ‘Approved Jets,’ a Black-owned private jet company to provide equitable access to air travel.

PM Modi praises youth & Tier-2 cities, declares faith in them on Independence Day 2023.

Radhika Apte's portrayal of a Buddhist wedding in Made In Heaven 2 is praised by BR Ambedkar's grandson Prakash.

Former addict now helps others recover from drug addiction.

Remaster of Quake 2 praised for being just as enjoyable as when it first released.

Woman suspected of killing her mother, whose body was discovered in a canal.

Games Inbox: Reviews for Bethesda's Starfield, PS5's redesign, and nostalgia for Assassin's Creed Mirage.

NCB catches drug peddler after 11 years of evading arrest.

Buy SoundCloud plays from reputable sites in 2023 for maximum reach.

Emeli's ex's last words before fatal stabbing revealed: "Life is too short."

Beware of fake parking app scam that can lead to costly subscriptions.

Halle Berry's daughter is 15 and is taller than her mom, surprising fans on a birthday outing.

16 leaders display Indian National Flag on Independence Day, celebrating the nation's freedom.

Adele in tears after couple waited 6 weeks to ask her to announce their gender reveal.

Lizzo praised by Beyonce: "Love, Strength, Pride."

Kendall Jenner looks seductive in her latest Calvin Klein shoot, her sexiest yet.

Nicola is being sued over her wedding plans with Brooklyn, reportedly for breach of contract with a wedding planner.

Western Railway celebrated 77th Independence Day with a grand ceremony.

A Black-owned bakery in Knoxville, TN celebrates 25 years of success.

Victoria Beckham and her 12-year-old daughter left a Miami restaurant after a fight broke out.

KL's Natural Beauty Bar in Nigeria marks 10 years of providing hair care services.

Russia warns it will use cluster bombs if US sends arms to Ukraine.

Shilpa slams trolls who criticised her for wearing shoes while hoisting the flag: "Get your facts right and back off!"

Lupita Nyong'o reportedly in talks to star in Disney's live-action remake of "The Princess and the Frog".

Atlanta's petition to "Stop Cop City" denied; petition holds nearly 80K signatures.

Oprah criticized for response to Maui wildfires sparking controversy.

David sends congrats to Aaron on sealing his Arsenal transfer.

MBMC adds 20 new auto tipper trucks for better garbage collection & sanitation.

Thousands flee wildfires in France, threatening popular tourist destination.

Noel Fielding confused after Lorraine Kelly spanked him.

Three Black women entrepreneurs opened a jewelry storefront in Baton Rouge.

Atlanta has declared June 24th 'Bey Day' to honor Beyoncé and celebrate her Renaissance Tour. Atlanta has declared June 24th 'Bey Day' to honor Beyoncé and celebrate her Renaissance Tour.

UP Police put court notice outside ex-SP leader's office as they pursue him for evading arrest.

A formerly incarcerated filmmaker is now making his ninth film for Amazon Prime and Tubi.

Black woman entrepreneur launches construction firm after owning 50 Airbnb properties.

Celebrate 50 years of hip-hop culture with 10 books about its history, influence, and prominent figures.

Renaming a square in Savannah, GA to remove recognition of an enslaver.

Online criminals claim to have hacked a woman's phone to blackmail her, a first of its kind.

Christopher Nkunku speaks out about his injury which kept him from playing at the start of the Premier League season.

Sienna stuns Ethan with an act to get rid of Dilly, proving she won't be pushed around.

Jeeter & Dwyane Wade join forces to launch an exclusive Hall of Flame Collection celebrating cannabis lifestyle.

An 18-yr-old Black girl from South Side of NYC is the city's youngest certified pilot.

Nawab Malik's power within Mumbai politics has both factions of NCP vying for his support.

Tracy Morgan is one of many who have used Ozempic to achieve a weight loss transformation.

Spelman College launches program to help students understand and manage their finances.

Usher shakes things up with his new video starring Keke Palmer for his song "Boyfriend".

Encouraging Black teachers to stay in the Bay Area by providing new housing for them.

Navi Mumbai's NAINA completes 10 years, 68 projects granted Occupancy Certificates.

CBS News appoints Ingrid Ciprian-Matthews as their new President.

NFL mourns death of former running back Alex Collins in motorcycle crash.

Barry Hearn wants snooker to become as popular as darts, with the same level of success.

You could be risking deadly fires by using your e-bike incorrectly.

Astrologer Karandikar predicts what Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023 holds for all zodiac signs.

Former publicist of Kanye West charged in the latest Trump indictment for RICO violations.

MA Millionaire Tax provides free lunch for public school students.