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Job Cuts See Big Increase
In a major development that underscores growing economic concerns, U.S. job cuts surged dramatically in August, according to a new report released this week by outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
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The Rules Are Set, the Stage Is Ready: Harris v...
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to square off in the first and only scheduled debate this Tuesday, Sept. 10, in Philadelphia.
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Judge Orders Trump Campaign to Stop Using “Hold...
A federal judge in Atlanta ruled Tuesday that Donald Trump and his campaign must stop using the song “Hold On, I’m Coming” while the family of co-writer Isaac Hayes Jr. pursues a lawsuit.
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Job Growth Slows in August
U.S. private sector employment growth continued to cool in August, adding only 99,000 jobs as the labor market shows signs of normalizing after two years of robust post-pandemic growth.
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Harris Surges in Battleground States
In a dramatic shift, Vice President Kamala Harris has made significant gains against former President Donald Trump in crucial battleground states, according to a new CNN/SSRS poll.
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Internship Welcomes Black Students to Ireland
The program, now in its second year, offers a transformative opportunity for 12 American college students from diverse backgrounds to immerse themselves in Irish culture while gaining valuable professional experience.
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Taraji P. Henson to Receive Honorary AARP Purpo...
Taraji P. Henson will receive an honorary AARP Purpose Prize for her work in eradicating the stigma surrounding mental health in marginalized communities.
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Trump Election Case Hits Courtroom As Judge Wei...
This marks the first hearing since the Supreme Court ruled that former presidents have broad immunity from criminal charges related to their official duties.
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VP Harris Calls for End to Gun Violence; 4 Dead...
"It's just outrageous that every day in our country, in the United States of America, that parents have to send their children to school worried about whether or not their child will come home alive."
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This Day in History: The Clinton Massacre Begin...
On Sept. 4, 1875, the Clinton Massacre began during a Republican rally in Clinton, Mississippi, to introduce candidates for the upcoming elections.
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Harris To Unveil Major Small Business Tax Deduc...
Vice President Kamala Harris is announcing a major proposal today in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to expand small business tax deductions from $5,000 to $50,000.
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Harris-Walz Campaign Breaks Records with Down-B...
The Harris-Walz campaign is making history by announcing nearly $25 million in support for Democrats up and down the ballot, marking the largest transfer of funds ever in a presidential cycle.
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Hollywood Live: Lee Daniels Faces Backlash Over...
Tanya Hart shares the latest buzz around Lee Daniels’ new film, Deliverance, which dropped on August 16th & highlights Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s new memoir, Lovely One, which is making waves as she embarks on a book tour.
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Harris & Biden Stand With Steelworkers on Labor...
Harris and Biden have strongly opposed the sale of the U.S. Steel Corporation to Japanese company Nippon Steel, a $14.9 billion deal, threatening the livelihoods of hundreds of American steelworkers.
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Black Americans Report Concerns With Local Crim...
A recent survey highlights significant differences in how Black Americans engage with and perceive local crime news compared to other groups.
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Black Voter Registration Surges as Kamala Harri...
According to a new report, national voter registration data shows that Vice President Kamala Harris’ historic role has significantly motivated Black voters, especially young Black women, to register for the upcoming election at unprecedented levels.
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Hollywood Live: Remembering the LA Riots & Ray ...
Tanya Hart reflects on the impactful new film 1992, which chronicles the six days of unrest that erupted in Los Angeles following the acquittal of four police officers accused of using excessive force against Rodney King.
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Americans Feel Slight Economic Boost
In July, Americans saw a modest uptick in their wallets, according to the latest report from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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Harris Gains Ground in Key States, New Poll Shows
A new poll suggests Vice President Kamala Harris may be energizing voters in the 2024 presidential race.
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U.S. Official Addresses Questions on VP Harris ...
During a press conference following high-level meetings with Chinese officials including President Xi Jinping in Beijing, U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan responded to questions about Chinese interest in Vice President Kamala Harris's role in U.S.-China relations.
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Ukraine Requests Expanded Missile Use
The White House has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ukraine's air defense capabilities this week, while stopping short of agreeing to lift restrictions on the use of U.S.-supplied missiles following recent Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
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Hollywood Live: Mariah Carey’s Heartbreak & Mar...
Tanya Hart sends love and condolences to Mariah Carey, who recently shared the heartbreaking news of losing both her mother, Patricia, and her sister, Alison, on the same day over the weekend.
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Harris-Walz Campaign Hits the Road With 'Fighti...
Today, the Harris-Walz campaign is kicking off its "Fighting for Reproductive Freedom" bus tour in Palm Beach, Florida, right in Donald Trump's backyard.
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NAACP Condemns Racist Event at University of So...
The University of South Carolina is at the center of a growing controversy as it prepares to host a highly-criticized racist event.
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Biden-Harris Administration Takes Steps to Acce...
Today, the Biden-Harris administration announced new steps to speed up federal permitting processes, ensuring that critical infrastructure projects get underway more quickly.
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