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On this day in 2009, Eric Holder was confirmed ...
On February 2, 2009, Eric Holder secured his place in history as the first African-American U.S. attorney general after U.S. Senate confirmation.
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Biden Issues Executive Order Imposing Sanctions...
Citing intolerable levels of violence, property destruction, and forced displacement, Biden's order places sanctions on individuals contributing to the region's instability.
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Hollywood Live: Byron Allen Wants To Buy Paramount
Byron Allen has submitted a $30 billion offer to buy all of Paramount Global's outstanding stock, existing debt, and equity.
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Secretary Austin Apologizes to the American Peo...
In a rare public apology, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin expressed regret and took full responsibility for failing to disclose his health complications following recent prostate cancer surgery.
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ASALH's 2024 Black History Month Theme Unites A...
Under the legacy of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History introduced this year's theme, celebrating African Americans and the arts.
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On this day in 1865, John Swett Rock Became the...
Following the ratification of the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution, formally abolishing slavery, John Swett Rock, an abolitionist lawyer, achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first African-American to be admitted to the bar of the United States Supreme Court on February 1, 1865.
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Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady, Ci...
The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday that it would maintain its current interest rates, with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasizing the nation's economic growth and tight labor market.
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Venture Capital Showdown: Black-Owned VC Firm F...
This legal tussle pits Fearless Fund against the American Alliance for Equal Rights, an organization led by far-right activist Edward Bloom.
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Biden Vows Retaliation After U.S. Soldiers Kill...
President Joe Biden has made a decision on how to respond to the recent drone attack in Jordan that killed three U.S. soldiers and injured dozens of others.
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On this day in 1943, Etta Moten Barnett Made Hi...
On January 31, 1943, Etta Moten Barnett, a Broadway star and film actress, made history as the first African-American to perform at the White House during President Franklin D. Roosevelt's birthday party.
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Hollywood Live: It's Grammy week (with a little...
I'm not sure when the feud began between Megan Thee and Nicki Minaj but honey, it heated up over the weekend as the war of words started hitting the internet.
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Chicago Tops Orkin's Bed Bug List for Fourth Ye...
Where is your city on the bed bug list? A new ranking released by pest control company Orkin has some big surprises.
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House Republicans Hold Hearing To Impeach Homel...
In a heated political showdown, House Republicans are pushing forward with impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
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Alaska Airlines Resumes Boeing 737 Max 9 Flight...
Alaska Airlines has returned portions of its Boeing 737 Max 9 fleet to operation after one of its planes made an emergency landing on Jan. 5 due to a blowout that caused a "door-sized" hole in the cabin.
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On this day in 1867, Morgan State University wa...
Established on January 30, 1867, in Baltimore, Maryland, Morgan State University is a historically Black institution with a rich history.
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U.S. Suspends UNRWA Funding
The United States has suspended funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency, also known as UNRWA, following allegations of staff involvement in Hamas's October 7th attacks on Israel.
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Biden Vows To Respond After 3 U.S. Troops Kille...
The president is attributing the attack to Iran-backed militant groups operating in Syria. The target of the deadly assault was a military base known as Tower 22 near the Jordan-Syria border.
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Harriet Tubman, Iconic Abolitionist and 'Moses'...
Believed to have been born on January 29, 1820 in Dorchester County, Maryland, Harriet Tubman, the renowned abolitionist, dedicated her life to guiding hundreds of enslaved individuals to freedom as a key "conductor" on the Underground Railroad.
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ICJ Hands Down Orders in Genocide Case Against ...
The International Court of Justice has issued a ruling in the case brought by South Africa against Israel, accusing it of committing genocide against the Palestinian people in the Gaza war.
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Trump Advisor and Sycophant Faces Jail Time
Peter Navarro, a former adviser to former President Donald Trump, has been handed a four-month jail sentence after he defied a congressional subpoena connected to the investigation into the January 6th Capitol attack.
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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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