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Wife of Harvard-trained Oncologist Who Went Missing In Gulf Of Mexico Filed For Divorce Same Day He Disappeared

Yolanda BaruchAugust 18, 2022August 18, 2022

by Yolanda BaruchAugust 18, 2022August 18, 202257478

A renowned Florida radiation oncologist and researcher went missing in the Gulf of Mexico over a week ago and Coast Guard suspends their search....

Government, Scientists Differ on BP Oil Spillâ€™s Lasting Effects

Joyce JonesAugust 21, 2010

by Joyce JonesAugust 21, 2010327

Rep. Ed Markey (D-Massachusetts), chairman of the House Energy and Environment Subcommittee, grilled government scientists Thursday at a rare and recess hearing during which he...

Oil Spill Fuels Tourist Misconceptions and Fewer Visits

Joyce JonesJuly 16, 2010July 19, 2010

by Joyce JonesJuly 16, 2010July 19, 2010421

In the wake of the BP oil spill in April, tourism in the Gulf region is down. The irony is that the cityâ€™s ambiance and...

Prospects for Offshore Drilling Diminish in Wake of Oil Spill

Joyce JonesJuly 16, 2010July 16, 2010

by Joyce JonesJuly 16, 2010July 16, 2010290

In the wake of the BP oil disaster, 52% of Americans oppose offshore drilling compared to just 31% in February, a Pew Research Center survey...

Oil Spill May Hasten Deterioration of Louisiana’s Ecosystem

Joyce JonesJuly 14, 2010July 16, 2010

by Joyce JonesJuly 14, 2010July 16, 2010354

Even prior to the April BP oil spill, the Louisiana and Mississippi coastal region was considered fragile because of the high rate of coastal wetland...

Gulf Coast Small Businesses Worried About Their Futures

Joyce JonesJuly 13, 2010November 2, 2017

by Joyce JonesJuly 13, 2010November 2, 2017479

In a four-part series, Black Enterprise.com is looking at how the oil spill is affecting small businesses, the environment, tourism and the future of offshore...

Washington Report: Updates From the Capitol

Joyce JonesJuly 2, 2010March 20, 2011

by Joyce JonesJuly 2, 2010March 20, 2011401

Kenneth Feinberg, administrator of the Gulf Coast Claims Facility, regaled and reassured lawmakers Wednesday that he is committed to ensuring that small business owners are...

How to File a Claim Against BP for Oil Spill Damages

Marcia Wade TalbertJune 22, 2010March 24, 2013

by Marcia Wade TalbertJune 22, 2010March 24, 2013834

Here are five steps to help you start the claim process with BP and receive payment for your loss of income after the Gulf Oil...

Oil Spill Cleanup Scams

Sheiresa NgoJune 7, 2010March 25, 2013

by Sheiresa NgoJune 7, 2010March 25, 2013679

Whenever thereâ€™s an opportunity, scammers often find a way to use their dirty little tricks to get into your pocket. Unfortunately, two scams related to...