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- [Trump says US has ‘no interest’ in Iran talks as airstrikes intensify](https://pinchnews.com/trump-says-us-has-no-interest-in-iran-talks-as-airstrikes-intensify/): The U.S. and Iran are back to bombing every day in a bid to control the Strait of Hormuz. Neither side is backing down, showing the limitations of President Donald Trump’s reliance on escalating airstrikes to bend Tehran to his will.
- [Former HBCU Hooper Makes BIG3 History](https://pinchnews.com/former-hbcu-hooper-makes-big3-history/): With the NBA squarely in its offseason, other basketball leagues take centerstage to give diehard hoops fans the action they crave.
- [2030 World Cup Television Rights Price Expected to Skyrocket](https://pinchnews.com/2030-world-cup-television-rights-price-expected-to-skyrocket/): An exciting month of soccer hosted throughout North America has come to an end, and attention has already turned to the next edition of the most popular tournament on the planet.
- [Pressures Mount at Cash-Strapped Clinton College](https://pinchnews.com/pressures-mount-at-cash-strapped-clinton-college/): Clinton College, founded in 1894 and home to roughly 126 students as of the last federal headcount, has missed or delayed payroll for its 86 employees for months. Some staff are now owed thousands of dollars in back wages. Health insurance coverage lapsed after the college fell behind on premium payments. And still, employees say, they're expected to show up to work.
- [Apple Music announces price increase](https://pinchnews.com/apple-music-announces-price-increase/): Apple has announced that it will raise its U.S. pricing, effective July 17, across all three Apple Music subscription tiers. This announcement marks Apple Music's first price change since October 2022, when the Individual plan increased to $10.99 from $9.99
- [Fisk University considering data center near campus](https://pinchnews.com/fisk-university-considering-data-center-near-campus/): Community members packed Fisk University in June for a town hall on the school’s proposed Innovation Center, with many voicing concerns about a planned data center that has drawn increasing opposition in North Nashville.
- [HBCU Medical CEO: Must Adapt as Healthcare Moves Beyond the Hospital](https://pinchnews.com/hbcu-medical-ceo-must-adapt-as-healthcare-moves-beyond-the-hospital/): Medical schools must rethink how they train future physicians to better reflect today’s healthcare landscape, according to Meharry Medical College President and CEO Dr. James E.K. Hildreth.
- [Samsung Introduces New Flex Titanium Technology For Foldable Displays](https://pinchnews.com/samsung-introduces-new-flex-titanium-technology-for-foldable-displays/): On Wednesday, Samsung Electronics announced a new display technology called Flex Titanium, developed for the company's next generation of Galaxy foldable smartphones. The announcement builds on seven prior generations of Samsung foldable devices and introduces structural changes aimed at improving durability and reducing crease visibility on the display. The core of the announcement centers on how Samsung is restructuring the internal components of its foldable displays. According to the company, previous foldable designs faced a persistent engineering tradeoff: materials strong enough to resist damage were often too stiff to fold repeatedly, while materials flexible enough to fold were more vulnerable to external impact.
- [Iran targets military bases as US launches strikes on northern Iran](https://pinchnews.com/iran-targets-military-bases-as-us-launches-strikes-on-northern-iran/): Tehran has launched fresh attacks on U.S. military bases in neighboring Gulf states, hitting targets in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain, as a sixth day of renewed hostilities strained their preliminary deal to end the war.
- [HBCU and MLB Star Al Holland Passes Away](https://pinchnews.com/hbcu-and-mlb-star-al-holland-passes-away/): The North Carolina A&T family has a heavy heart this month, as they lost one of their greatest baseball players over the July 4th weekend.
- [Tennessee State Hockey Program On Thin Ice](https://pinchnews.com/tennessee-state-hockey-program-on-thin-ice/): Making history in any area of sports is a challenge, and the Tennessee State Tigers’ hockey program is realizing that firsthand. They are still slated to become the first HBCU with a hockey team, as they announced back in 2023 before that year’s NHL Draft. However, the program has experienced hurdles on their way towards dropping the puck for their inaugural campaign.
- [Lindsey Graham, long-time SC Senator and Trump ally, dies at 71](https://pinchnews.com/lindsey-graham-long-time-sc-senator-and-trump-ally-dies-at-71/): Lindsey Graham, a longtime Republican senator from South Carolina, who had become one of President Donald Trump's staunchest political allies, died on Saturday after a "brief and sudden" illness, his office said in a statement. Former Air Force Lawyer Senator Graham served in Congress for more than three decades. He turned 71 just two days before his death.
- [MLB Proposes Salary Cap for New CBA](https://pinchnews.com/mlb-proposes-salary-cap-for-new-cba/): MLB and the MLB Players Association (MLBPA) knows that the clock is ticking on their current CBA (collective bargaining agreement), and negotiations for what a new CBA might look like would need to heat up this summer in order to avoid a lockout this winter.
- [Apple Sues OpenAI Over Alleged Theft of Confidential Tech](https://pinchnews.com/apple-sues-openai-over-alleged-theft-of-confidential-tech/): Apple filed a lawsuit Friday against OpenAI in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, alleging trade secret theft and breach of contract stemming from the conduct of former Apple employees who later joined the AI company.
- [US and Iran exchange intense strikes as ceasefire crumbles](https://pinchnews.com/us-and-iran-exchange-intense-strikes-as-ceasefire-crumbles/): US forces struck several locations in an Iranian coastal province overnight and into Thursday, according to Iran’s state news agency. Among the places hit was the perimeter of the Bushehr nuclear power plant, according to a regional official quoted by IRNA.
- [HBCUs Actively Look For Stadium Upgrades](https://pinchnews.com/hbcus-actively-look-for-stadium-upgrades/): In the world of business in college football, where a team plays can be just as important as how good a program is on the field. Schools frequently look for ways to upgrade their existing venue or to build a brand new one from scratch in order to maximize the revenue they can bring in.
- [Trump says ceasefire is over, US is preparing for more strikes against Iran](https://pinchnews.com/trump-says-ceasefire-is-over-us-is-preparing-for-more-strikes-against-iran/): President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the U.S. was preparing for another night of strikes against Iran, just hours after he said the ceasefire was over following Iranian attacks on American military sites in the Gulf.
- [LeMoyne-Owen College Names Roderick Smothers Jr. New Athletics Director](https://pinchnews.com/lemoyne-owen-college-names-roderick-smothers-jr-new-athletics-director/): LeMoyne-Owen College has hired Roderick Smothers Jr. as its new Director of Athletics, effective July 1, as the Memphis HBCU pushes to strengthen its Division II athletics program.
- [Florida A&M Lands Prized Hoops Recruit Camden Cooper](https://pinchnews.com/florida-am-lands-prized-hoops-recruit-camden-cooper/): It’s been a little while since the Florida A&M men’s basketball program has experienced success. The Rattlers have finished under .500 every season since the 2006-2007 campaign. That was also the last time the team qualified for the NCAA tournament.
- [Black hair care pioneer George E. Johnson Sr. dies at 99](https://pinchnews.com/black-hair-care-pioneer-george-e-johnson-sr-dies-at-99/): George E. Johnson Sr., the pioneering American businessman and entrepreneur who built a Black hair care empire, died at his home in Chicago on Monday, July 6, according to his family. Johnson was 99.
- [Black Woman Who Launched Texas Drone Academy Announces National HBCU Aviation and Drone Leadership Initiative](https://pinchnews.com/black-woman-who-launched-texas-drone-academy-announces-national-hbcu-aviation-and-drone-leadership-initiative/): Steffanie Rivers, founder of TCB Drones Academy and the first Black woman to launch a drone academy in Texas, has launched the National HBCU Aviation and Drone Leadership Initiative, aimed at connecting HBCU students and graduates with careers in aviation, drone technology, and entrepreneurship.
- [Tom Dundon Facing Criticism Over Micah Nori Contract](https://pinchnews.com/tom-dundon-facing-criticism-over-micah-nori-contract/): It’s been an eventful couple of months for new Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon. With the franchise seemingly on the upswing after its first playoff appearance in five seasons, Dundon’s reported vision for the team caused NBA fans on the outside looking in to wonder whether his master plan is set for success of failure.
- [Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship](https://pinchnews.com/supreme-court-upholds-birthright-citizenship/): A divided Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld a broad conception of birthright citizenship. The decision rejected President Donald Trump’s executive order declaring that children born to people who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens.
- [Former HBCU Players Get College Baseball HOF Nod](https://pinchnews.com/former-hbcu-players-get-college-baseball-hof-nod/): It’s been an exciting couple of months for HBCUs with regards to baseball-related stories. In early May, Prairie View A&M and Alabama A&M played a game at the hallowed ground of Wrigley Field. It was an evening to honor the past and promote the future of HBCU baseball programs at one of the most legendary sports venues in the country.
- [Kendrick Perkins To Become Jackson State General Manager](https://pinchnews.com/kendrick-perkins-to-become-jackson-state-general-manager/): Kendrick Perkins was a role player during his NBA career which spanned nearly 15 seasons, but he has been front and center in the hoops world since his playing days ended. The former NBA big man has become one of the most prominent voices on ESPN’s coverage of the league over the past few seasons, and has become a household name for one-liners and basketball takes.
- [NBA European League Remains on Schedule](https://pinchnews.com/nba-european-league-remains-on-schedule/): June has been an exciting and busy month on the NBA calendar. The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs to win their first NBA title in 53 years, and one of the deeper NBA drafts in recent memory was held a week and a half later.
- [SCOTUS expands presidential power, rejects tossing out sexual abuse case](https://pinchnews.com/scotus-expands-presidential-power-rejects-tossing-out-sexual-abuse-case/): The Supreme Court on Monday dramatically expanded presidential power, upholding President Donald Trump’s firings of the heads of independent federal agencies with one important exception: the Federal Reserve. The justices allowed Fed governor Lisa Cook to stay in her job while she fights the Republican president’s effort to fire her over allegations of mortgage fraud, which she has denied.
- [Motown Launches HBCU Internship Program to Build the Next Generation of Music Industry Leaders](https://pinchnews.com/motown-launches-hbcu-internship-program-to-build-the-next-generation-of-music-industry-leaders/): Motown Records is opening its doors to HBCU students with the launch of its New Legends Internship Program — a 10-week immersive experience designed to create a direct pathway into the music business.
- [Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on two immigration cases](https://pinchnews.com/supreme-court-sides-with-trump-administration-on-two-immigration-cases/): The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Trump administration on two immigration cases on Thursday.
- [Fred Hammond to Headline Gospel Explosion at 2026 Gulf Coast Challenge](https://pinchnews.com/fred-hammond-to-headline-gospel-explosion-at-2026-gulf-coast-challenge/): Gospel legend Fred Hammond is set to open the 2026 Gulf Coast Challenge in Mobile, Alabama, headlining the Gospel Explosion on Thursday, Oct. 1.
- [FAMU’s $2 Billion Underfunding Lawsuit Gets New Life in Federal Court](https://pinchnews.com/famus-2-billion-underfunding-lawsuit-gets-new-life-in-federal-court/): A federal appeals court has revived a landmark lawsuit accusing Florida of shortchanging Florida A&M University by nearly $2 billion over 30 years — and this time, the case is moving forward.
- [Dr. D’Wayne Edwards Imparts Shoe Design Skills At HBCU](https://pinchnews.com/dr-dwayne-edwards-imparts-shoe-design-skills-at-hbcu/): Dr. D’Wayne Edwards’ journey into the forefront of sportswear design was anything but traditional. He had a creative itch as a teenager in Southern California in the 1980s, but didn’t have a clear path to pursue his passion.
- [Senate approves war power resolution, calling for end to Iran war](https://pinchnews.com/senate-approves-war-power-resolution-calling-for-end-to-iran-war/): In a rebuke to President Trump, the Senate on Tuesday approved a war powers resolution calling for an end to the U.S. war against Iran. The resolution, which was previously approved in the House, passed with a margin of 50-48 votes. Four Senate Republicans joined almost all Democrats in support of the measure.
- [Andrew Body Returns To HBCU Fully Motivated](https://pinchnews.com/andrew-body-returns-to-hbcu-fully-motivated/): It was one of the highest profile stories of the offseason in the SWAC, and in college football in general. Alabama State quarterback Andrew Body entered the transfer portal shortly after a superb season with the Hornets concluded. He appeared primed and ready to cash in on his strong resume, perhaps even making the jump to a power conference school on his way to achieving professional football dreams.
- [The Chicago Bears Are Extremely Close To Moving To Indiana](https://pinchnews.com/the-chicago-bears-are-extremely-close-to-moving-to-indiana/): It’s hard for NFL fans to wrap their head around, but one of the league’s oldest and most storied franchises might be leaving the city they’ve been associated with for over a century.
- [US-Iran sign 14-point peace plan](https://pinchnews.com/us-iran-sign-14-point-peace-plan/): President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed a memorandum of understanding, laying out terms for ending the war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
- [NCAA: Alabama State Basketball Players Wagered On Game](https://pinchnews.com/ncaa-alabama-state-basketball-players-wagered-on-game/): Sports betting has embroiled professional and collegiate sports in controversies they don’t particularly want to be associated with. The Brendan Sorsby scandal has rocked college football, and there’s another situation involving an HBCU basketball team that has put the topic of sports gambling front and center once more.
- [Class of 2026 Enshrined in Black College Football Hall of Fame](https://pinchnews.com/class-of-2026-enshrined-in-black-college-football-hall-of-fame/): Hall of Fame inductions are always exciting and memorable occasions to honor great performers of yesteryear. While their playing days have long since concluded, their contributions and body of work over a long period of time become immortalized and engrained into the history of sports.
- [Reaction: Naomi Osaka Hosted Pre-French Open Dinner For Black Players](https://pinchnews.com/reaction-naomi-osaka-hosted-pre-french-open-dinner-for-black-players/): The French Open brings the world’s most talented and accomplished tennis players to Roland Garros for a high-leverage competition on clay courts. The Grand Slam event serves as a golden opportunity to advance careers and for players to build camaraderie.
- [US and Iran reach tentative deal to end war and reopen Strait of Hormuz](https://pinchnews.com/us-and-iran-reach-tentative-deal-to-end-war-and-reopen-strait-of-hormuz/): The United States and Iran reached an initial agreement Monday that would extend their shaky ceasefire and lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement would potentially allow desperately needed oil and natural gas to reach the global market. However, significant challenges remain, including whether Israel will continue its offensive in Lebanon.
- [Spelman College Appoints Dr. Ayanna Howard as its 12th President](https://pinchnews.com/spelman-college-appoints-dr-ayanna-howard-as-its-12th-president/): Spelman College has named nationally recognized artificial intelligence pioneer and former NASA engineer Dr. Ayanna Howard as its 12th president, ushering in a new era of leadership for the nation’s top-ranked HBCU. Howard will officially assume the role on Aug. 1, 2026.
- [Tennessee State AD Named In No Confidence Letter](https://pinchnews.com/tennessee-state-ad-named-in-no-confidence-letter/): While fans are rightfully focused on the quality of the product on the field or court, what happens behind the scenes can directly affect athletic performance. This includes planning and preparation from the coaching staff, and operational competence from leaders at the school.
- [US launches new attacks on Iran after Trump blames Tehran for downed helicopter](https://pinchnews.com/us-launches-new-attacks-on-iran-after-trump-blames-tehran-for-downed-helicopter/): U.S. Central Command said Tuesday that new attacks had been launched against Iran in retaliation for the downing of a U.S. Army Apache helicopter.
- [NBA HBCU Fellowship Program Achievement Updates](https://pinchnews.com/nba-hbcu-fellowship-program-achievement-updates/): HBCUs have a special place in the world of sports, and the NBA has doubled down on its commitment to these educational institutions during this decade.
- [HBCU president touts fundraising boom on Bloomberg](https://pinchnews.com/hbcu-president-touts-fundraising-boom-on-bloomberg/): Grambling State University is receiving national attention as President Dr. Martin Lemelle Jr. appeared on Bloomberg Businessweek to highlight the impact of HBCUs and the university’s continued momentum. During the interview, Lemelle discussed the transformative power of higher education, the importance of investing in HBCUs, and Grambling State’s role in preparing students for careers in business, technology, public service, and other industries.
- [South Carolina State funding targeted by Republican lawmakers over Pamela Evette decision](https://pinchnews.com/south-carolina-state-funding-targeted-by-republican-lawmakers-over-pamela-evette-decision/): South Carolina State University is facing political backlash after student protests led to the cancellation of Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette’s planned commencement address. In response, a group of Republican lawmakers is seeking to remove $5 million in state funding designated for a proposed S.C. State convocation center.
- [Five HBCU choirs compete for inaugural Stellar Awards recognition](https://pinchnews.com/five-hbcu-choirs-compete-for-inaugural-stellar-awards-recognition/): The Stellar Gospel Music Awards is making history with the introduction of its first-ever HBCU Choir of the Year category, shining a national spotlight on the rich musical traditions and cultural impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The inaugural honor recognizes five distinguished programs: Howard University, Morgan State University, North Carolina A&T State University, Southern University, and Fort Valley State University.
- [Iran declares end to attacks after trading strikes with Israel](https://pinchnews.com/iran-declares-end-to-attacks-after-trading-strikes-with-israel/): Iran has declared an end to its military operations against Israel after the two sides exchanged a wave of attacks. Iran fired missiles at Israel late Sunday in the first such bombardment in the two months since a ceasefire.
- [Los Angeles Rams Take Super Swing For Myles Garrett](https://pinchnews.com/los-angeles-rams-take-super-swing-for-myles-garrett/): The Los Angeles Rams were within a few plays of making it to the Super Bowl last season, but came up a little bit short in the NFC championship game against the Seattle Seahawks.
- [Trump administration scrapping $1.8 billion fund to compensate allies](https://pinchnews.com/trump-administration-scrapping-1-8-billion-fund-to-compensate-allies/): The Trump administration is scrapping plans for a $1.8 billion fund that would have compensated allies of the Republican president, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said on Tuesday. This retreat comes after the administration faced fierce political backlash that had threatened to stall key elements of the White House agenda.
- [Iran strikes Kuwait, killing 1 and injuring 63](https://pinchnews.com/iran-strikes-kuwait-killing-1-and-injuring-63/): The US and Iran have traded strikes in one of the biggest nights of attacks since the ceasefire began in April, with negotiations on perilous ground after days of back-and-forth and rising frustrations on all sides.
- [North Carolina Central Hires Olivia Gaines To Lead Women’s Hoops](https://pinchnews.com/north-carolina-central-hires-olivia-gaines-to-lead-womens-hoops/): May was an eventful month at North Carolina Central University on the sports front. The school brought in Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Lewis to deliver the commencement speech to the class of 2026, and he delivered with a passionate and personal message.
- [Ray Lewis Delivers Powerful Speech at HBCU Commencement](https://pinchnews.com/ray-lewis-delivers-powerful-speech-at-hbcu-commencement/): Few NFL players took their craft more seriously or intensely than Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Lewis. He was the picture of focus and determination out on the field every Sunday, and he made sure that his Baltimore Ravens teammates were ready to stick by him through thick and thin for a full 60 minutes.
- [NFL Reaches Agreement With Referees Association](https://pinchnews.com/nfl-reaches-agreement-with-referees-association/): Amidst the excitement of the offseason, the NFL had one potential lingering crisis on its hands. The agreement it had with its referees was set to expire, which would have paved the way for replacement officials to work NFL regular season games this fall.
- [US accuses Iran of ceasefire violation after strikes on Kuwait](https://pinchnews.com/us-accuses-iran-of-ceasefire-violation-after-strikes-on-kuwait/): The U.S. military on Thursday accused Iran of violating a fragile ceasefire after Kuwait reported coming under attack following an American strike against the Islamic Republic. Kuwait, which hosts a US base, said it had intercepted "hostile missile and drone threats", but did not confirm the target. The US Central Command confirmed that Iran fired a ballistic missile toward Kuwait overnight, which was intercepted.
- [Trump says midterm elections will not impact Iran war strategy](https://pinchnews.com/trump-says-midterm-elections-will-not-impact-iran-war-strategy/): President Donald Trump asserted Wednesday that Iran is “negotiating on fumes” and insisted that November’s midterm elections won’t make him rush into a deal to end the nearly three-month-old conflict that’s spurred unease across the global economy.
- [HBCU Gamer Makes Esports History](https://pinchnews.com/hbcu-gamer-makes-esports-history/): The landscape and opportunity for young people to compete in various sports has changed significantly over the course of the last decade, and perhaps no phenomenon has brought more kids to the arena of competition than esports.
- [Delaware State shaping next generation of Army aviators with helicopter flying program](https://pinchnews.com/delaware-state-shaping-next-generation-of-army-aviators-with-helicopter-flying-program/): At Delaware State University, students are gaining hands-on experience as future Army aviators through the Army-funded Helicopter Flight Training Program.
- [Meharry Medical College Graduates Largest Class in School’s History](https://pinchnews.com/meharry-medical-college-graduates-largest-class-in-schools-history/): More than 500 student physicians, dentists, researchers, and other health care professionals from Meharry Medical College crossed the stage at the Grand Ole Opry House on May 16, in Nashville, TN, during the College’s 2026 Commencement ceremony.
- [Livingstone College Mourns Volleyball Player Kendall Cook After Her Death At 19](https://pinchnews.com/livingstone-college-mourns-volleyball-player-kendall-cook-after-her-death-at-19/): Livingstone College is mourning the loss of Kendall Cook, a 19-year-old volleyball player who had recently transferred from Clark Atlanta University and planned to join Livingstone’s women’s volleyball program. Originally from Frankfort, Cook was remembered by teammates, coaches, and community members as a bright, kind, and talented young woman whose warmth and smile left a lasting impact. The cause of her death has not been disclosed.
- [Could HBCU Football Polls Change The Game?](https://pinchnews.com/could-hbcu-football-polls-change-the-game/): There are a lot of narratives that draw college football fans into the sport. Longstanding rivalries, star players and campus traditions that withstand the test of time are a few things that make college football what it is.
- [Bucks Owner Wants Giannis Future Decided Before Draft](https://pinchnews.com/bucks-owner-wants-giannis-future-decided-before-draft/): After winning the 2021 NBA championship, the Milwaukee Bucks have tried desperately to get back to the mountain top. They’ve changed coaches and made ambitious player moves in hopes that they could maximize Giannis Antetokounmpo’s prime with the team that drafted him.
- [House Republicans call off vote on Iran War resolution](https://pinchnews.com/house-republicans-call-off-vote-on-iran-war-resolution/): House Republicans on Thursday delayed a vote on a war powers resolution that would restrict President Donald Trump’s ability to continue U.S. military operations in Iran. The move came after it became clear that the legislation would pass. Lawmakers delay planned votes on the matter until after they return from Memorial Day recess in June.
- [HBCU Football Coach Supports College Sports Executive Order](https://pinchnews.com/new-york-yankees-and-mlb-honor-john-sterling-after-passing-2/): Donald Trump has shown a particular interest in the landscape of college sports during his second term in office. He signed an executive order this spring titled “Saving College Sports”, which was geared towards addressing issues related to the transfer portal and NIL.
- [U.S. Government to permanently drop tax claims against Trump](https://pinchnews.com/u-s-government-to-permanently-drop-tax-claims-against-trump/): The U.S. government has agreed to permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump. This is part of a settlement document that is part of a deal to resolve Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns.
- [Alabama A&M and Mississippi Valley St Teams Receive Academic Penalty](https://pinchnews.com/alabama-am-and-mississippi-valley-st-teams-receive-academic-penalty/): Last month, it was reported that Florida A&M football received a punishment for failing to maintain their multi-year academic progress rate figure. Because their cumulative score fell below the minimum, the Rattlers are now banned from competing in the 2026 postseason.
- [New York Yankees and MLB Honor John Sterling After Passing](https://pinchnews.com/new-york-yankees-and-mlb-honor-john-sterling-after-passing/): There are certain announcers who serve as the soundtrack for fans over a long period of time in a given sport. While radio play by play announcers aren’t always as well known as their television counterparts, New York Yankees radio play by play man John Sterling was an exception.
- [Xi warns Trump over Taiwan and potential conflict over differences](https://pinchnews.com/xi-warns-trump-over-taiwan-and-potential-conflict-over-differences/): Donald Trump is in Beijing for a crucial series of meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Few breakthroughs are expected on divisive issues such as the Iran war, trade, technology and Taiwan.
- [Trade, Taiwan and Tehran cast shadows as Trump lands in Beijing](https://pinchnews.com/trade-taiwan-and-tehran-cast-shadows-as-trump-lands-in-beijing/): U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for his highly anticipated summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, as the world’s two biggest economies look to stabilize a trade truce against the backdrop of the simmering U.S. conflict with Iran. The meeting also comes at a restless moment as concerns over war, trade and artificial intelligence span the globe.
- [HBCU Baseball Takes Centerstage at Wrigley Field](https://pinchnews.com/hbcu-baseball-takes-centerstage-at-wrigley-field/): Wrigley Field is no stranger to hosting historic moments, as the hallowed baseball venue has been around for over 100 years. Its signature look and feel give baseball fans a chance to go back in time and connect with the sport’s roots.
- [HBCU Coach Questions NCAA Tournament Expansion Rationale](https://pinchnews.com/hbcu-coach-questions-ncaa-tournament-expansion-rationale/): It’s one of the most significant developments in recent college sports history. The men’s and women’s NCAA basketball tournaments are set to expand from 68 teams to 76 teams, starting possibly as soon as 2027.
- [NBA Reveals New Anti-Tanking Rules](https://pinchnews.com/nba-reveals-new-anti-tanking-rules/): NBA commissioner Adam Silver and the league knew that it had a serious problem on its hands this season. Whether teams were actively taking steps to lose games on purpose or not is hard to prove, but the perception that several franchises were not trying to win was something that the league had to address aggressively.
- [Tennessee Republicans pass map splitting up the state’s lone Black majority district](https://pinchnews.com/tennessee-republicans-pass-map-splitting-up-the-states-lone-black-majority-district/): Tennessee’s Republican-led Legislature passed a new congressional map splitting up the state’s lone majority-Black district. The move is a swift response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s major redistricting ruling last week.
- [Iran says it’s still reviewing the latest proposal to end the war](https://pinchnews.com/iran-says-its-still-reviewing-the-latest-proposal-to-end-the-war/): Iran is still reviewing “messages” from the United States via Pakistani mediation and has not yet finalized its response to a US proposal to end the war, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei has said, according to Iranian semi-official media. Tehran is expected to hand over its reply to mediators about the US proposal on Thursday.
- [Southern University says search for new president will take longer than initially planned](https://pinchnews.com/southern-university-says-search-for-new-president-will-take-longer-than-initially-planned/): The search for a new Southern University System president will take longer than expected, the university said on May 6.
- [Women’s Leadership Conference Recognizes HBCU Leader and Other Change-Makers](https://pinchnews.com/womens-leadership-conference-recognizes-hbcu-leader-and-other-change-makers/): Charlotte lived up to its “Queen City” nickname this week as hundreds of women gathered in south Charlotte for the 12th annual Career Mastered Women’s Leadership Experience.
- [HBCU presidents announce collaboration to expand research and innovation](https://pinchnews.com/hbcu-presidents-announce-collaboration-to-expand-research-and-innovation/): Fifteen leading historically Black colleges and universities have launched the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a new coalition aimed at expanding research capacity, increasing innovation, and strengthening HBCUs’ influence in national research policy and funding. The organization officially launched April 29 at Howard University.
- [Former NBA Star Set To Graduate From HBCU](https://pinchnews.com/former-nba-star-set-to-graduate-from-hbcu/): J.R. Smith is used to marching to the beat of his own drum. The 16-year NBA veteran had a unique playing style that often deviated from the script, but the two-time NBA champion and former Sixth Man of the Year award winner had a lot of success doing things his way.
- [Former HBCU Corner’s Football Journey Leads to NFL](https://pinchnews.com/former-hbcu-corners-football-journey-leads-to-nfl/): The NFL draft highlights the path that hundreds of young men take to get to the professional ranks. For some the road is linearly defined, and the outcome isn’t in question.
- [Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini Saga Marches On](https://pinchnews.com/mike-vrabel-dianna-russini-saga-marches-on/): In a 2026 spring season that featured an intriguing NFL free agency period and an equally captivating NFL draft, it’s an off-the-field story that continues to dominate the headlines.
- [SC HBCU Drops GOP State Official as Commencement Speaker, Citing Safety Concerns](https://pinchnews.com/sc-hbcu-drops-gop-state-official-as-commencement-speaker-citing-safety-concerns/): South Carolina State University says Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette will no longer serve as Spring 2026 commencement speaker, reversing earlier plans amid controversy over her selection.
- [Supreme Court decision weakens the Voting Rights Act](https://pinchnews.com/supreme-court-decision-weakens-the-voting-rights-act/): The Supreme Court on Wednesday weakened a landmark Civil Rights-era law that increased minority representation in Congress and elsewhere, striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana. The decision opens the door for more redistricting across the country, which could aid Republican efforts to control the House.
- [HBCU Showcase Provides NFL Combine Alternative](https://pinchnews.com/hbcu-showcase-provides-nfl-combine-alternative/): A few weeks after the Super Bowl, the NFL combine takes center stage. It acts as a bit of a convention for NFL employees to congregate and exchange notes on the recently concluded season. It also serves as a chance for athletes to demonstrate physical traits that could make them attractive selections in the NFL Draft later in the spring.
- [Florida A&M Football Punished For Academic Letdown](https://pinchnews.com/florida-am-football-punished-for-academic-letdown/): College sports fans often believe that the field is often more important than the classroom for many programs, but Florida A&M football was recently given a harsh reminder that it might still be the other way around.
- [UAE says it will exit the OPEC, as US-Iran negotiations stall](https://pinchnews.com/uae-says-it-will-exit-the-opec-as-us-iran-negotiations-stall/): The United Arab Emirates said on Tuesday it will leave OPEC on May 1. The move will strip the oil cartel of one of its largest producers, further weakening its leverage over global oil supplies and prices.
- [Alec Bohm Swings For The Fences Against Parents](https://pinchnews.com/alec-bohm-swings-for-the-fences-against-parents/): The Philadelphia Phillies and their players have a lot of heated rivalries across the National League, which adds to the excitement on the diamond.
- [Fawn Weaver to speak at Grambling State’s commencement](https://pinchnews.com/fawn-weaver-to-speak-at-grambling-states-commencement/): Entrepreneur and two-time New York Times bestselling author Fawn Weaver will deliver the Spring Commencement address at Grambling State University. The ceremony is scheduled for Friday, May 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST at the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center.
- [Spelman College Makes History with Crowning Two Homecoming Queens](https://pinchnews.com/spelman-college-makes-history-with-crowning-two-homecoming-queens/): Spelman College made history by naming two winners, Jillian Collier and Kinsley Wilson, as Co-Miss Spelman for 2026–27 after discovering a scoring miscalculation in its annual pageant.
- [Missouri State House Bill Proposes Allocation Of Gambling Proceeds To Support HBCUs](https://pinchnews.com/missouri-state-house-bill-proposes-allocation-of-gambling-proceeds-to-support-hbcus/): A proposed Missouri bill aims to boost funding for the state’s two historically Black colleges and universities, Lincoln University and Harris-Stowe State University, by creating a dedicated “Strengthening HBCUs Fund.”
- [Senate passes budget plan for ICE and Border Patrol with only GOP votes](https://pinchnews.com/senate-passes-budget-plan-for-ice-and-border-patrol-with-only-gop-votes/): The Senate took the first steps in a new effort to reopen the Department of Homeland Security early Thursday without any Democratic objections. They voted to adopt a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol over Democratic support. This begins the process of drafting a filibuster-proof bill to fund the two agencies and could prompt Republicans to pass a separate bill to fund the rest of DHS.
- [Alabama State Men’s Basketball Hires New Head Coach Chris Wright](https://pinchnews.com/alabama-state-mens-basketball-hires-new-head-coach-chris-wright/): The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) men’s basketball standings during the 2025-2026 campaign were pretty tightly contested. Alabama State finished with a 7-11 record in conference, and the Hornets hope that a key hire at head coach might catapult them over .500 next season.
- [Iran attacks three ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump extends ceasefire](https://pinchnews.com/iran-attacks-three-ships-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-as-trump-extends-ceasefire/): Iran fired on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, as it intensifies its assault on shipping in the waterway crucial to global energy supplies. The attacks were carried out by the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, according to Iranian media, which reported that the force seized two of the ships and was bringing them to Iran.
- [DOJ Launches Investigation Into NFL TV Rights Package](https://pinchnews.com/doj-launches-investigation-into-nfl-tv-rights-package/): Sports leagues and their owners usually look forward to media rights renegotiation, as a new package can lead to billions of dollars in revenue over the course of a contract.
- [Milwaukee Bucks and Doc Rivers Part Ways](https://pinchnews.com/milwaukee-bucks-and-doc-rivers-part-ways/): It’s been a disappointing season for the Milwaukee Bucks, who were hoping to get back into the thick of the race in the Eastern Conference.
- [Benedict College Defies National Trends with Rise in Black Male Enrollment](https://pinchnews.com/benedict-college-defies-national-trends-with-rise-in-black-male-enrollment/): Benedict College is seeing a rise in Black male enrollment, bucking national trends that show a long-term decline in Black men attending HBCUs. While national enrollment dropped from 38% in 1976 to 26% in 2024, Benedict has maintained between 42% and 48% Black male enrollment over the past decade, including a 7% increase in fall 2024.
- [Jackson State names new president after national search](https://pinchnews.com/jackson-state-names-new-president-after-national-search/): Denise Jones Gregory has been named the 14th full-time president of Jackson State University, following her interim appointment since May 2025. A JSU alum and former provost, she was selected from a pool of 78 applicants following a national search.
- [HBCU News Store opens at Washington, D.C.’s Union Station](https://pinchnews.com/hbcu-news-store-opens-at-washington-d-c-s-union-station/): In a powerful tribute to history, culture, and community, the HBCU News Store officially opened its doors at Washington, D.C.’s iconic Union Station on April 16, 2026, D.C. Emancipation Day, commemorating the abolition of slavery in the nation’s capital in 1862.
- [Israel and Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire](https://pinchnews.com/israel-and-lebanon-agree-to-10-day-ceasefire/): President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day pause in fighting starting on Thursday at 5 p.m. ET, following “excellent” conversations he had with each nation’s leader.
- [HBCU Bethune-Cookman Baseball Team Defeats Defending Champion LSU](https://pinchnews.com/hbcu-baseball-team-defeats-defending-champion-lsu/): As attention officially turns away from the winter sports and focuses on spring contests, baseball takes centerstage at this point in the calendar.
- [Eric Swalwell ends bid for CA gubernatorial race, exits Congress](https://pinchnews.com/eric-swalwell-ends-bid-for-ca-gubernatorial-race-exits-congress/): Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell announced this week that he’s leaving Congress and the crowded contest for California governor following sexual assault allegations. The 45-year-old congressman was among a group of leading Democrats in the race to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom, who cannot seek a third term at the helm of the nation’s most populous state.

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