Today’s Headlines – November 13, 2023

Join the Celebration & Debate: 60 Years of The Sacramento Observer and Google’s News Owing Controversy

Good afternoon! It’s Monday, November 13, and we’re kicking off the week with some noteworthy news. The Sacramento Observer recently celebrated its 60th anniversary, highlighting its historical significance and ongoing relevance. Additionally, a new study has sparked a debate over whether Google should compensate U.S. publishers for using news snippets and headlines in its search results. Let’s dive into today’s headlines.

Sacramento Observer celebrates 60th anniversary, honoring Black Press legacy and community impact

The Sacramento Observer, a prominent Black-owned newspaper, celebrated its 60th anniversary in a grand event held at the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium. The event commemorated the publication’s historical significance and its continued relevance in today’s media landscape.

The debate over whether Google should compensate U.S. publishers for using their news snippets has been reignited by a recent study from Columbia University’s Institute for Policy Dialogue, which proposes a payment of $10-12 billion annually from the tech giant to publishers

A recent study suggests that Google owes U.S. publishers between $10-12 billion annually for using news snippets and headlines in its search results. The research proposes that Google should distribute 17.5% of its search revenue to publishers each year, sparking a heated debate among industry stakeholders.

Georgetown University faces calls for reparations and scholarships for descendants of enslaved people

Georgetown University has announced $27 million in new funding for the educational aspirations of descendants of the 272 enslaved people sold by Jesuit priests in 1838. The Thurgood Marshall College Fund is set to administer some of these funds in the form of scholarships for descendants starting in fall 2024.

First Lady Jill Biden leads effort to revolutionize women’s health research

President Biden has launched a new White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research to address the gaps in women’s health research and improve their overall well-being. The initiative will be overseen by the first lady, Jill Biden, and aims to revolutionize how the country studies women’s health.

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