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On this day in 1962, the U.N. condemned South A...
On November 6, 1962, the U.N. condemned South Africa’s racial apartheid by ending economic and military relations with the country. From 1948 to 1994, apartheid was a system of racial segregation, political and economic discrimination against South Africa’s non-white population.
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Election Day Could Cause a Major Shift in the B...
Tuesday kicks off Election Day and there are several critical elections that will shape the political landscape.
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Trump's High Stakes Trial Begins Today
It’s a day of reckoning for former President Donald Trump as he testifies in a New York courtroom today in a $250 million civil fraud case threatening to dismantle his business empire.
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Democratic Senators Call For Ceasefire
A group of 14 Democratic senators, including Senators Edward Markey, Mark Warner and Chris Murphy, are urging a short-term stop of hostilities in Gaza. They expressed concerns over the failure to protect noncombatant civilians and the potential escalation of the conflict.
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2023 Holiday Shopping Season Predicted to Boost...
As the holiday season approaches, the National Retail Federation (NRF) is optimistic that the 2023 holiday shopping season, spanning this month and the next, could play a pivotal role in bolstering the U.S. economy.
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Black-Owned OneUnited Bank Debuts WiseOne® Insi...
OneUnited Bank, the largest Black-owned bank in the country, has introduced an AI tool to promote financial literacy with their clients and is the first AI product launched by a Black bank.
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Hollywood Live: Suge Knight has a new podcast f...
In the 'you just can't make this stuff up' category, Suge Knight has a new podcast. Yep, he is still in jail serving a 28 year sentence, but apparently that doesn't matter.
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Hope Gaza: Will Blinken's Trip to Israel Bring ...
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Dr. Steven Williams Breaks Barriers as First Bl...
In a historic milestone, Dr. Steven Williams, a distinguished Black plastic surgeon, has been appointed as the President of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). This announcement marks a significant moment in the organization's 92-year history, as Dr. Williams becomes the first Black doctor to assume the prestigious role.
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On this day in 1983, a federal holiday was decl...
On this November 2, 1983, a federal holiday was declared in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In the bill signed by President Ronald Reagan, every third Monday in January would from then on be observed as Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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Gaza's Medical Crisis
Gaza's hospitals are still finding themselves in a dire predicament as they grapple with a critical shortage of medical supplies. A key medical facility in northern Gaza faces an additional challenge as its main generator has gone offline.
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Fed Holds Steady on Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve has announced that there will be no change in interest rates following the conclusion of its Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) two-day meeting. This decision came as a pivotal moment for the nation's economic watchers amid high inflation.
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Republicans Split on Johnson's $14.3B Israel Ai...
Today on Capitol Hill, a historic clash unfolded as Republicans turned on House Speaker Mike Johnson over a game-changing Israel aid package.
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NBA icon Earvin “Magic” Johnson is officially a...
According to CBS News, Magic Johnson is the fourth athlete to achieve billionaire status, along with Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Tiger Woods.
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Silence Imposed: Trump's Gag Order Reinforced
U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan has once again imposed a gag order on former President Donald Trump, silencing him in an ongoing federal election interference case.
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President Biden Issues Groundbreaking AI Execut...
President Joe Biden issued a historic executive order on Monday that promises to reshape the world of artificial intelligence. The move comes as the White House unveiled an ambitious set of standards focusing on security, safety, privacy, civil rights, and the future of AI.
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Israeli Ground Invasion of Gaza Ratchets Up
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has signaled a commitment to a long and difficult war aimed at destroying Hamas and preventing further attacks on Israeli soil. The major question is how are forces differentiating between Hamas and regular Palestinian citizens?
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On this day in 1945, Jackie Robinson made histo...
On October 30, 1945, Jackie Robinson made history by signing a contract with the Brooklyn Dodgers. The event marked the breaking of the color barrier in baseball, a sport that had long been segregated.
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Escalating Tensions in Israel-Gaza Conflict: Ex...
In the latest developments from the Israel-Gaza conflict, explosions have rattled the northern Gaza Strip as Israeli airstrikes have intensified, leaving communication lines within the enclave severed. There have been reports of Israeli ground forces expanding operations in the region, further escalating the situation.
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Althea Gibson and Ida B. Wells Among Newest Cla...
Tennis icon Althea Gibson and NAACP co-founder Ida B. Wells are the newest class of women who will be featured on the 2025 quarters the Treasury Department announced, The Hill reports.
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Florida Civil Rights Showdown: Defending Our Le...
This weekend, Florida will witness a significant civil rights showdown unfolding against the backdrop of Florida A&M University's homecoming. The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation and the Power of the Ballot Action Fund are amplifying their Power of the Ballot 'We Will Not Be Erased' Vote 2024 campaign.
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Tragedy Strikes in Lewiston: 18 Lives Lost in M...
Ross said the suspect, Robert Card, 40, should be considered armed and dangerous. The shooting unfolded Wednesday at the Just-In-Time Recreation bowling alley and Schemengees Bar in Lewiston.
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On this day in 1911, Mahalia Jackson was born i...
Mahalia Jackson was born on October 26, 1911, in New Orleans. Jackson's mother died when she was just four and she had to leave school in the fourth grade to help out at home. She had music though and sang at church.
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U.S. Pushes for Humanitarian 'Pause' in Gaza
The shift in policy comes as concerns grow over the humanitarian crisis caused by heavy bombardments and a siege of Gaza, which also raises the risk of a broader conflict.
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Hollywood Live: We lost another icon, Richard R...
Richard is best known for playing Detective John Shaft in the original Shaft movie franchise, including the 1971 OG film, "Shaft," the 1972 sequel, "Shaft's Big Score," and the 1973 trilogy, "Shaft in Africa."
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