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U.S. Opens Doors to White South Africans Only?
A Washington Post report says white South Africans are the only group being granted refugee entry under Trump’s second term, raising serious concerns.
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Trump Takes Aim at Drug Prices
Trump urges pharmaceutical companies to lower U.S. drug prices to match international rates, drawing sharp criticism from industry leaders.
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Supporters Urge Maryland Governor to Sign Repar...
Maryland lawmakers passed a bill to study reparations for slavery. Now advocates are urging Gov. Wes Moore to sign it into law.
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Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Arrested
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested while protesting outside a detention center he says violates city law. He’s currently running for governor.
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70% of Americans Say Money Worries Are at a Bre...
A new poll finds 70% of Americans say money stress is at a breaking point. Health costs and inflation are fueling a major mental health crisis.
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Tariffs, Trade and Tension: Trump’s ‘Great Deal...
Trump hails a new trade agreement with Britain, but critics say it’s rushed and leaves major issues unresolved. What it means for tariffs and businesses.
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#OTD: Abolitionist John Brown, Born in 1800, Re...
John Brown, born May 9, 1800, led the raid on Harpers Ferry and remains a controversial but iconic figure in the fight to end slavery.
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CEOs Predict AI Will Pay Off — How It Impacts You
AI is no longer optional. CEOs worldwide predict big returns on AI investments as the technology begins reshaping global business and workforce dynamics.
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From Chicago to the Vatican: The Rise of Pope L...
Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago becomes the first American pope, bringing global experience and a historic shift to the Catholic Church.
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Not Guilty — But Not Forgotten: Tyre Nichols Ve...
The acquittal of three officers in Tyre Nichols’ death ignites national outrage and raises troubling questions about justice and policing.
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Three Ex-Memphis Officers Acquitted in State Tr...
A jury acquitted three ex-officers in the state trial over Tyre Nichols’ death. Critics say it reflects deep flaws in how police are held accountable.
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From Texas to Tripoli: Trump’s Deportation Pipe...
Trump’s aggressive deportation policy now targets Libya, raising human rights alarms as conflict and chaos continue there.
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Fed Hits Pause as Trump’s Tariff War Shakes Eco...
The Federal Reserve pauses rate hikes while Trump’s tariff war fuels fears of inflation and stagnation.
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Musk’s Mega Database Big Brother Just Got a Brain
Musk’s mega database effort faces backlash as experts warn of cybersecurity and civil rights risks.
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Ban First, Ask Questions Never
Trump’s transgender ban faces backlash as the Supreme Court allows it to take effect.
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UW Trailblazer Dick Crews, First Black Men’s Ba...
Dick Crews, UW’s first Black men’s basketball player, has died at 89. His courage broke barriers and shaped future generations of athletes.
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Black Teens Push Back on Stay-at-Home Parenting
Black teens are leading the way in challenging traditional family roles. A new Pew study finds they are the most likely to say kids can thrive with two working parents.
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Exporting Injustice: Trump’s Global Prison Pipe...
Trump’s controversial plan to reopen Alcatraz and deport U.S. detainees abroad tests constitutional and human rights limits.
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#OTD: Adam Clayton Powell Sr. Born in 1865
Remembering Adam Clayton Powell Sr., born in 1865, who built America’s largest Black church and stood against injustice.
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DHS Offers $1,000 to Self-Deport
A new DHS program encourages undocumented immigrants to self-deport with a $1,000 stipend and free flight home. Officials say it will reduce costs and improve safety, but critics worry about its message.
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Trump Administration Cancels Black Community Va...
Trump abruptly cancels a vaccine study aimed at building trust in Black communities.
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Trump Says He Might Not Follow the Constitution...
Trump signals disregard for constitutional norms and embraces economic chaos in new interview.
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Trump’s Federal Job Purge Faces Major Legal Sho...
A sweeping coalition of unions, cities and nonprofits is asking a judge to block Trump’s sweeping government layoffs, calling them illegal and dangerous to critical public services and vulnerable communities.
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Jobs Rise, Wages Climb, but Racial Disparities ...
U.S. job growth continues, but Black unemployment remains highest. As Trump touts economic strength, concerns grow over tariffs, inflation and wage gaps.
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Judge to Trump: You Can’t Wage War on Migrants
A federal judge has halted Trump’s attempt to use wartime powers to deport migrants under the Alien Enemies Act. The ruling says the U.S. is not at war with Venezuela and blocks fast-track deportations in South Texas.
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