Automattic Wants to Migrate 500+ Million Tumblr Blogs to WordPress
If you like ambitious projects, I think this news tidbit will be right up your alley. In late August, Matt Mullenweg and Automattic announced plans to migrate all of the existing Tumblr websites to WordPress. Given that Tumblr hosts more than half a billion blogs (yes – that’s a “B”), I think this might just (more…)...
WordCamp US 2024 Schedule Released: Get Ready for the Event!
If you’re attending WordCamp US 2024 in person or online, I have great news! In late August, we got our first look at the full lineup and schedule for this year’s event, which will be held in Portland, Oregon from September 17-20. (more…)...
8 Mistakes I Made When Building My First WordPress Plugin Using AI (With No Prior Development Experience)
As the title of this article says, I have no formal development experience. Prior to taking this plunge into building my first plugin, the most coding I was capable of, was fumbling my way through some HTML and CSS. But! I was damn enthusiastic about building a WordPress plugin, so I decided to see if...
Is Gutenberg Finally Winning Users Over? We Analyzed 340+ Opinions to Find Out
Over the past few months, I’ve been diving deep into what people really think about WordPress’ block editor – Gutenberg. I thought this was going to be a fun project. I analyzed over 340 opinions from platforms like Reddit, Twitter, YouTube, and WordPress.org. I also spoke with developers, colleagues, and other professionals in the WordPress...
Our First Look at the Upcoming Twenty Twenty-Five Default WordPress Theme
If you’re a fan of default WordPress themes, I have great news! On August 15, we got our first look at the upcoming Twenty Twenty-Five default theme in this WordPress.org post. The new Twenty Twenty-Five theme will be released as part of WordPress 6.7 (which is currently scheduled for release on November 12, 2024). (more…)...
ONME’s ‘California Politics Now’ to feature live show of DNC highlights and commentary also with other community and political speakers this Monday
Watch live commentary from August 19 thru 22nd regarding the DNC at www.onmenews.com By ONME Newswire Starting this week, the ONME News’ California Politics Now live show will be featuring highlights from the Democratic National Convention (DNC), elected officials at the DNC, and live commentary from local watch parties from throughout California–organized by the California Democratic Party...
BHN Talk Radio (8-13-24): Bloomberg grants $600M to Black medical schools; here’s a reflection of Black women Olympic gold moments
By Black Headline News BREAKING: In this episode of BHN Talk Radio Show, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, Cheryl Smith and Brigitte Jones review recent news concerning Bloomberg giving Black medical schools $600M. Bloomberg Philanthropies is directing $175 million to each of the following institutions: Howard University College of Medicine, Meharry Medical College, and Morehouse School...
BHN TR 8-06-24: News publishers review the NABJ aftermath; Vice President Harris picks Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be her running mate
By Black Headline News In this episode, news publishers Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, Cheryl Smith, and Brigitte Jones review the latest breaking news: Vice President Kamala Harris picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be her running mate on Tuesday, choosing an affable longtime politician who Democrats hope can keep newfound party unity alive in a...
The New “Learn WordPress” Launches. Here’s What I Like About It
If you haven’t checked out Learn WordPress lately, it’s probably a good idea to do it today. This free educational hub has just had a serious glow-up, and I’m here to give you the scoop on why it’s worth your attention. (more…)...
BREAKING: Watch the NABJ live Q&A with former president, Donald J. Trump, and the three moderators on the front page of the Black Headline News website
Watch the live NABJ Convention Q&A live now on Black Headline News By Black Headline Newswire The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) has been swirling in a storm of heated backlash from angry NABJ members and the outside public concerning the news posted late Monday night that former president, Donald J. Trump, would be...