by Toter - 1 month ago
Up to 500 women can engage in pioneering breast cancer research by contributing healthy breast tissue during the All-Star Cure on July 12-13. Hosted at Indiana University’s Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, this event coincides with the AT&T WNBA All-Star Game 2025, promoting essential cancer r...
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On Wednesday, a state court acquitted three former Memphis police officers of all charges concerning the 2023 death of Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man. The jury delivered a not guilty verdict for Demetrius Haley, Tadarrius Bean, and Justin Smith. Nichols, who worked at FedEx, endured a fatal...
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In light of the Trump administration's reductions to civil rights initiatives and public safety financing, House Democrats are appealing to the Justice Department to preserve the Community Relations Service, known as “America’s Peacemaker.” Founded by the 1964 Civil Rights Act, it assists communitie...
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Dr. Amos C. Brown expressed vehement opposition to the Smithsonian’s decision to return significant artifacts he lent, including a vital Bible and a comprehensive account of Black Americans. In his appearance on Let It Be Known, he raised alarm over the museum's shifting policies post-Trump administ...
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What began as an extraordinary act of generosity by Oprah Winfrey on September 13, 2004, transformed into an unexpected lesson on taxation. As she gifted Pontiac G6 sedans to 276 audience members, the iconic phrase "You get a car!" became a part of pop culture lore, overshadowed by post-show tax imp...
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Southwest Tennessee Community College’s 2025 commencement will be one for the history books. Among the 1,295 candidates, 43 high school seniors from Medical District High School (MDHS) will graduate not just with diplomas—but with associate degrees, too. These students, the first cohort from the sch...
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An unusual incident involving an Oregon man culminated last week with his sentencing to over seven years in prison for shooting at a man who confronted him regarding his harassment of wild peacocks. Dylan Levi Rhoads, 25, received a 90-month term after pleading guilty to second-degree attempted murd...
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American actor Steven Seagal, now 73, made headlines following his appearance at the Moscow Victory Day military parade on May 9, 2025. Known for his iconic roles in the '90s, he sparked intrigue with his transformed appearance, including notable weight gain and an unusual hairstyle. Social media er...
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In Spring 2018, acclaimed actress and author Denise Nichols initiated the Longwood Writers Workshop, gathering passionate writers eager to hone their craft. Nichols, known for her distinguished roles in “Room 222,” “Baby, I’m Back,” and “In the Heat of the Night,” boasts several accolades, including...
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Black America is reveling in a groundbreaking announcement that is resonating across the Vatican and New Orleans: Pope Leo XIV, previously Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago, boasts Black and Creole ancestry. Genealogist Jari Honora confirms his maternal lineage ties directly to the 7th Ward's vibra...
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LeBron James' unexpected first-round playoff exit, despite the addition of Luka Doncic, has left fans and management contemplating the offseason ahead. At 40, LeBron remains effective but is undeniably slowing down. Rich Paul, his agent, points to insufficient roster depth as a significant factor in...
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(Photos: Wikimedia Commons) Senator Marco Rubio asserted that the Chinese Communist Party exploited global advantages while neglecting its responsibilities, portraying them as deceptive in their pursuit of superpower status. This sentiment reflects deeper US concerns about China’s perceived untrustw...
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In a pivotal move toward justice reform, a federal judge has ordered the appointment of an independent remediation manager to oversee operations at Rikers Island, following years of documented abuse and constitutional violations. The ruling in Nunez v. City of New York marks a critical turning poin...
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During May's Mental Health Awareness Month, a notable shift occurs as numerous prominent Black women candidly address a once-taboo topic within their communities. Increasingly, these influential figures not only disclose their struggles with chronic depression but also share their paths to recovery....
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A couple from Oakland, California, has achieved a significant legal triumph against an appraiser and lender who undervalued their home by $254,000 due to racial bias, as confirmed by the California Civil Rights Department (CRD). As part of a settlement, they received $75,000 from appraiser Mehdi Meh...