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NAGRAT President Angel Carbonu (left) and Lawyer for Rastafarian students, Ras Tetteh Wayo (right)
The President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), Angel Carbonu, has said that the ruling by an Accra High Court ordering Achimota School to enrol the two Rastafarian students will encourage other students to wear all manner of hair styles.
“My worry is to obey the ruling of the court to the extent that it takes. Someone has Rasta, another has Mohican, another person will have Afro. Are they not hairdos? Why should we discriminate? Someone wants to wear trouser, another wants to wear shorts, are they all not pants?
Speaking to the recent development on Joy FM‘s Top Story with Evans Mensah, Mr Carbonu explained that the ruling will grant various individuals the opportunity to hold their religious activities superior to the school rules which are meant to foster teaching and learning.
Achimota School in March this year issued admission letters to two students; Tyron Iras Marhguy and Oheneba Kwaku Nkrabea but indicated that they would only be enrolled after they shave their dreadlocks in accordance with the School’s academic regulations.
However, the High Court on Monday, May 31, presided by Justice Gifty Addo ruled in response to the petition by the students, that Achimota School should enrol them since its refusal to do so, breaches the human rights laws of Ghana.
“Who determines religion, if I decide to be a Mohican religious person, who will determine that for me. If it is my religion to shave my hair to the scalp, who determines that for me. If it is my religion to wear Jerry curls, who decides that for me?” Mr Carbonu quizzed.
He noted that the exemption made should not just be limited to Rastafarian students but to all who believe being asked to trim their…
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Several St. Louis Blues players who returned positive COVID-19 tests have been cleared to play in Game 2 on Wednesday night against Colorado after the results from a lab were investigated with follow-up tests coming back negative.
The Blues players involved were put into isolation as a precaution before being cleared. There were also positive tests involving Vegas Golden Knights players, who also were cleared.
The league said the reported results emanated from the same laboratory, and an investigation was initiated into the possibility that the initial test results reported might have been in error. All affected players were immediately isolated and further testing was done. Those tests returned uniformly negative results, which confirmed that the initial reported test results were wrong.
Blues wingers Vladimir Tarasenko and Jaden Schwartz and goaltender Jordan Binnington were not on the ice with the rest of the team for the pregame skate early Wednesday. The Blues currently have leading scorer David Perron and two other players on the COVID protocol list.
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South Carolina is opening to full capacity at Williams-Brice Stadium next football season.
The school’s athletic department says it plans for 100% capacity in the fall, including traditional tailgating in areas around the 77,559-seat facility. Masks will not be required for entrance going forward.
The school limited attendance last season due to the COVID-19 pandemic to about 20,000 fans per game. Masks and social distancing were required for entrance. But athletic director Ray Tanner says those attending football games next season can “enjoy all of the game day traditions as in previous years.”
South Carolina opens the season Sept. 4 against Eastern Illinois.
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The St. Louis Cardinals plan to expand to full capacity at Busch Stadium…
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden signed into law Thursday legislation addressing anti-Asian hate crimes, which have increased during the Covid-19 pandemic, after the measure passed Congress with bipartisan support.
Biden said that the legislation was an example of how common values could unite the country and that his administration would continue to work to crack down on hate crimes.
“My message to all of those who are hurting is we see you. The Congress said we see you. And we are committed to stop the hatred and the bias,” Biden said.
The House passed the measure Tuesday in a 364-62 vote after the Senate gave its overwhelming support, 94-1, last month. Vice President Kamala Harris joined Biden, along with nearly two dozen members of Congress, including Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky.
Also in the crowd were relatives of Heather Heyer, who was killed when a man intentionally drove his car into a crowd protesting white supremacists in Charlottesville, Virginia, in 2017, and Khalid Jabara, a Lebanese American shot in front of his home in 2016.
President Joe Biden prepares to sign the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act into law during a ceremony in the East Room at the White House on May 20, 2021.Kevin Lamarque / Reuters
The legislation directs the Justice Department to expedite the review of Covid-19-related hate crimes that were reported to law enforcement agencies, help them establish ways to report such incidents online and perform public outreach.
The Justice Department and the Department of Health and Human Services are also required to issue guidance that seeks to raise awareness about the spate of anti-Asian hate crimes over the last year. The bill also creates grants for states to establish reporting hotlines.
Anti-Asian hate crimes increased by nearly 150 percent across major cities last year,…
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High School Softball: Cranford over Gov. Livingston 5-1
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All Tournaments Postponed
Updated Schedule
Monday
Morris County Tournament Final
- At Landing Park, Roxbury, 7 p.m.
- 2-Morris Catholic vs. 5-Roxbury, 7 p.m.
Shore Conference Tournament Final
- At Count Base Park, Red Bank, 1 p.m.
- 1-Donovan Catholic vs. 2-Colts Neck, 1
Tuesday
Hunterdon/Warren Sussex Tournament Final
- At Lenape Valley, 4 p.m.
- 3-Hunterdon Central vs. 9-Pope John, 4
Bergen County Tournament Quarterfinals
Sunday, May 30
- 11-Glen Rock at 3-Mahwah, 11
- 10-Tenafly at 2-Indian Hills, 11
Monday, May 31
- 5-Old Tappan at 4-Ramapo, 3
- 9-Lodi Immaculate at 1-IHA, 1
GMC Tournament Quarterfinals
Monday, May 31
- 8-Colonia at 1-St. Thomas Aquinas, 11:30
- 5-J.P. Stevens at 4-Monroe, 3:30
- 6-Old Bridge at 3-Metuchen, 9:30
- 7-Woodbridge at 2-South Brunswick, 1:30
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Many businesses are breathing a little easier knowing they can operate without restriction,
With the state removing virtually all business restrictions Wednesday, establishments are looking forward to getting back to business as usual or as close to it as possible while maintaining a safe environment.
Among the businesses affected the most have been bars and nightclubs. This morning, for the first time in over a year, the owner of Hartford’s Russian Lady was preparing to open for business.
“We’ve got a lot of catching up to do. We’ve got a lot of work ahead of us,” said Jerry Fornarelli.
Fornarelli, who also owns the Rocking Horse Saloon, estimates it could take three years to make up his losses. He is excited about Wednesday’s reopening but will do it cautiously. Safety barriers are in place and employees will be wearing masks.
“We want to keep our staff safe and our customers as well,” Fornarelli said.
Coinciding with the relaxation of restrictions the Department of Public Health (DPH) issued guidance. DPH recommends all people wear masks in schools, health care facilities, and transportation hubs.
Although private businesses can ask people to wear masks, they are no longer a state requirement for vaccinated people in many business settings.
Berlin’s Powerhouse Gym says it will maintain strict sanitation efforts but masks will be optional.
“People are finally able to breathe,” said Co-owner, Jack Banks. “People are on the treadmill and they’re smiling again.”
Although Mohegan Sun is located on tribal lands its protocols are aligned closely with the state. Starting Wednesday, masks are no longer required for vaccinated people and restaurants are at full capacity. Still the casino is being cautious.
“It’s still going to stay at, every other slot machine. We’re going to keep our table maximums to three or four spots…
In its first 100 days in office, the Biden administration has advanced its policy priorities, many of which have involved repealing the policy accomplishments of the previous presidential administration. The Biden administration can be expected to advance its own proposals soon.
The first part of this two-part blog series focused on the Biden administration’s first 100 days and reviewed the administration’s legislative plans. The second part of the series addresses policy developments occurring at the executive branch agencies and independent agencies.
U.S. Department of Labor
Personnel Is Policy
On March 22, 2021, the U.S. Senate confirmed former Boston mayor and union official Martin Walsh as secretary of labor. While it is still early, many in the business community remain optimistic about Walsh’s willingness to listen to their concerns. As for other leadership positions at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), the deputy secretary of labor nominee, Julie Su, and solicitor of labor nominee, Seema Nanda, have had their confirmation hearings but have not been voted on by the full Senate. Su runs California’s Labor and Workforce Development Agency, while Nanda is an Obama-era DOL vet and former chief executive officer of the Democratic National Committee. If Su and Nanda are confirmed by the Senate, they will work with Walsh as the top three officials dictating policy at the DOL.
OSHA and Workplace Safety
- Assistant secretary nominee. In early April 2021, President Joe Biden announced his intention to nominate Douglas L. Parker to be the assistant secretary of labor for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Parker currently serves as chief of California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA).
- OSHA emergency temporary standard. For months, workers’ advocates and Democrats have been calling on OSHA to issue an emergency temporary standard (ETS) to protect workers from COVID-19….
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The Guinness World Record holder for the tallest mohawk credits his salon for his sky-high hairstyle. Joe Grisamore of Minnesota has trusted Family Hair Affair and Day Spa and hairstylist Kay Jettmann with his 50-inch-long locks for years. “Kay and I had worked together for a long time,” Grisamore told KARE. “We just do it without ratting it, laying on the floor. It was a big trial and error.” Grisamore’s wife, Laura, has also become a pro at perfecting the style.Grisamore explained that his world record title is specifically for the tallest spike mohawk. His mohawk measures at 50.9 inches, to be exact. In 2019, he also won the title for tallest mohican, or fan mohawk, in the world. “Of the two titles that exist, I now hold them both,” Grisamore said. “Laura wanted me to be humble and not do the second one, I figured if it’s out there and it exists, let’s make it happen.” Grisamore’s reason for all the effort that goes into the titles? It’s fun. “Yeah, that’s what it’s all about,” he said. “I don’t have a good answer as to really why. Good goal, good news and it’s fun.”Watch the video above to see all the work required to get Grisamore’s mohawk looking its best.
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The Guinness World Record holder for the tallest mohawk credits his salon for his sky-high hairstyle.
Joe Grisamore of Minnesota has trusted Family Hair Affair and Day Spa and hairstylist Kay Jettmann with his 50-inch-long locks for years.
“Kay and I had worked together for a long time,” Grisamore told KARE. “We just do it without…
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OKLAHOMA CITY – The Journal Record Legacy Award recognizes lifetime achievement in leadership, honoring a prominent business figure leaving a legacy through his or her work in Oklahoma. The 2021 winner is Phil Busey Sr., and his accomplishment will be celebrated virtually on June 28. The Legacy Award presentation is part of the 12th annual Oklahoma’s Most Admired CEOs & Financial Stewardship Awards event, where 28 CEOs and two chief financial officers will be acknowledged this year.
Busey is founder, chairman and CEO of Delaware Resource Group in Oklahoma City. After practicing law for more than 25 years, he founded DRG in 2002. Experiencing 8,000% growth since inception, DRG is one of the largest defense contractors in the region, working with companies such as Lockheed, Boeing and the Air Force. DRG employs 850 people in the field and expects to be at 1,000 employees by August 2021.
“We never considered not growing,” Busey said. “We’re still growing, and we don’t have any intent not to do that.”
For Busey, successful business is all about relationships. “We have built our business on relationships. People say, ‘you’re a government contractor, so you just win contracts.’ No, it’s about relationships.”
He credits his diverse career experience, good mentors and a strong team as driving and shaping his business and his leadership philosophy.
“We wouldn’t be where we are if it wasn’t for the people we have, and the people that have helped us,” Busey said. “I love doing what I’m doing, and it took a long time to get to this point.”
DRG’s success story includes the entire Busey family. Sons Philip and Brian are both DRG employees, and wife Cathy has been…