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More Bad News for Inflation
Inflation continues to cast a long shadow over the United States economy, with fresh data revealing a concerning trend despite efforts by the Federal Reserve to rein it in.
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Border Battle Escalates: Trump's Bold Call to G...
Former President Donald Trump is urging states to send their National Guard troops to Texas. Why? To back Governor Greg Abbott's tussle with the Feds over removing razor wire along the U.S.-Mexico border.
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Poll Highlights Challenges for Biden and Trump ...
In a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll, alarming numbers have emerged for President Joe Biden as he gears up for a potential rematch against former President Donald Trump.
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On this day in 1892, Bessie Coleman, the first...
Bessie Coleman was born on January 26, 1892. She achieved historic milestones as the first African-American woman to obtain both a pilot's license and an international aviation license.
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Hollywood Live: Thursday - January 25, 2024
Netflix leads the pack with 55 NAACP Image Awards nominations | Cavaliers issue 25-game suspension to Tristian Thompson for violating anti-drug policy | Halle Berry's "The Mothership" removed from release schedule
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Border Talks in Focus: Senate Grapples With Imm...
At the heart a plan to address the surge of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border, the proposed compromise focuses on reducing temporary residency permissions for migrants.
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Trump's Courtroom Drama and Ballot Battles
Former President Donald Trump, hot off his New Hampshire primary victory, heads to a Manhattan federal court today for the ongoing defamation case with writer E. Jean Carroll.
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On this day in 1938, musical icon Etta James wa...
Born on January 25, 1938, in Los Angeles, Etta James, a gospel prodigy and musical icon, began her remarkable musical journey at the age of five.
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No Word On Secretary Austin’s Return to Pentagon
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin continues on the path to recovery after complications from recent prostate cancer surgery, according to Pentagon Press Secretary Major General Pat Ryder.
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U.S. Black Population Grows by 32% Over Two Dec...
The Black population in the United States has experienced significant growth from 2002 to 2022, witnessing a 32 percent increase, equivalent to 11 million people.
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Born on This Day in 1871: Arthur A. Schomburg, ...
Renowned for his activism and dedication to preserving African-American history, Schomburg's collection of literature formed the basis for the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, a division of the New York Public Library.
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Trump Defeats Haley in New Hampshire, Clearing ...
In the New Hampshire primary, Donald Trump emerged as the frontrunner with 54.6 percent of the Republican vote, while Nikki Haley trailed at 43.2 percent.
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Hollywood Live: The Oscars Nominees Are In | De...
The nominations are in for the 96th Academy Awards.
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FAA Grounds Boeing 737-9 MAX Planes, Continues ...
The Federal Aviation Administration is continuing its efforts to address safety concerns arising from the recent emergency landing involving an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 aircraft.
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Honoring Dexter King: A Legacy of Courage and C...
Dexter Scott King, the son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, passed away at 62.
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VP Harris Launches Nationwide Tour for Reproduc...
"However, 19 months ago, the highest court in our land took a constitutional right from the people of America, from the women of America. And now on the 51st anniversary of Roe, we speak of it in the past tense."
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Pew Research: Black Population Grows to 47.9 Mi...
Since 2000, the self-identified Black population has surged by 32%, reaching 47.9 million, which makes up more than 14% of the nation's total population.
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DeSantis Exits Presidential Race, Endorses Trum...
The field now narrows to two main contenders, former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley and Trump, battling for the Republican nomination. The next critical battleground is New Hampshire, with their primary taking place on Tuesday.
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Spelman College Receives Record $100 Million Do...
Spelman College, the private women’s liberal arts institution in Atlanta, recently announced a groundbreaking $100 million gift, marking the largest single donation ever received to an HBCU, as reported by CBS News.
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White House Downplays Concerns About Trump's In...
The White House's reassurance comes as Speaker of the House Republican Mike Johnson made it clear that he remains in close communication with former President Trump.
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Education Department Speeds Up Student Loan Rel...
Initially slated for launch in July 2024, the SAVE plan will now commence in February, offering immediate debt cancellation for borrowers who initially took out $12,000 or less in undergraduate or graduate student loans and have been in repayment for at least 10 years.
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DOJ Releases Scathing New Report on Uvalde Elem...
"The law enforcement response at Robb Elementary School on May 24, 2022 — and in the hours and days after — was a failure that should not have happened."
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Ukraine Aid Standoff: Biden's Urgent Warning to...
During a White House meeting with congressional leaders, Biden emphasized the danger to the NATO alliance and the free world if support for Ukraine falters.
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CFPB Proposes Rule to Cut Bank Overdraft Fees, ...
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has unveiled a proposed rule this week aimed at alleviating the burden of bank overdraft fees for millions of Americans.
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Rep. Jamaal Bowman Proposes $14 Trillion Repara...
New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman is taking a stand to hold the federal government accountable for the enduring impacts of slavery and systematic racism by introducing a $14 trillion reparations bill.
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