by Toter - 2 months ago
A critic recently shared contrasting images of Karoline Leavitt, the controversial White House Press Secretary, on social media, suggesting possible cosmetic enhancements. The tweet featured her 2022 photo from a failed congressional campaign alongside a recent image. While some users claimed she lo...
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El Salvador's President, Nayib Bukele, firmly stated he will “not send terrorists back to this nation,” referring to the deportation of Maryland's Kilmar Abrego Garcia to an El Salvadorian prison. Garcia is alleged by Trump administration officials to be affiliated with the notorious MS-13 gang. Buk...
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The United States was established on immigration principles that value legal entry. Immigrants are urged to assimilate into American culture and uphold constitutional laws. Congress holds the reins of immigration policy, with the Department of Homeland Security enforcing regulations, though it faces...
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On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson irrevocably transformed Major League Baseball by breaking its color barrier, a milestone celebrated by fans and the league alike. As 2025 approaches, Robinson's legacy reminds us of his exceptional talent and broader impact beyond the field.After serving in WWII, R...
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In Tennessee, approximately 3.6% of 4-year-olds and 3.4% of 8-year-olds are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), as reported by Vanderbilt University researchers through the CDC's ADDM network. This marks a significant rise since 2014. The study underscores the necessity for effective care...
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Garcelle Beauvais has announced her departure from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills after five dynamic seasons. In an Instagram video, she shared, “I’ve chosen to leave Beverly Hills. It’s been a wild journey filled with highs and lows.” Citing family commitments and exciting upcoming projects,...
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WASHINGTON – This week, environmental advocates and grassroots leaders nationwide rallied alongside congressional supporters against EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s Polluters First Agenda. This initiative jeopardizes over five decades of crucial advancements in safeguarding our air, water, land, and...
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The People’s Union USA, spearheaded by activist John Schwarz, is orchestrating a national economic blackout from April 18 to April 20. This initiative encourages consumers to limit spending at major corporations, favoring local businesses instead. The organization criticizes corporate and politica...
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. April 15, 2025 – Free STI screenings will be available at the Metro Public Health Department (MPHD) on April 17th and 18th, coinciding with STI Awareness Week, which runs from April 13th to 19th. “Our mission is to combat the spread of STIs through testing and treatment,” stated Dr....
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A new front in the voter suppression battle has emerged with the introduction of the SAVE Act—short for “Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act”—a bill critics say could deeply impact Black and Brown voter participation. Since the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965, voter suppression tactics have...
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(By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Senior National Correspondent) Despite holding properties in New York and a golf course in New Jersey, Donald Trump reportedly allocates nearly $800,000 each weekend for trips to his Florida private club, amassing about $26.1 million in taxpayer expenses since 2017. A 2019 Go...
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The tragic ending of LSU star Kyren Lacy's life continues to resonate painfully within the sports community. As the NFL Draft approached, he faced immense mental pressure, a burden echoed by NY Giants' Chris Hubbard and former defensive end Stephen Weatherly on The Shadow League’s “Locker Room” podc...
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – In the coming weeks, the periodical cicadas of Brood XIV, last seen in 2008, will emerge to sing and mate before laying eggs for the next emergence in 17 years. Expected to appear when soil temperatures reach 64 degrees, they will cover East Tennessee and parts of Middle and West...
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(By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Senior National Correspondent) After a recent incident where irate constituents compelled Kansas Senator Roger Marshall to exit his town hall meeting, Republican leaders swiftly intervened. House Speaker Mike Johnson and NRCC Chair Rep. Richard Hudson instructed GOP members t...
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CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Austin Peay State University's animation program has achieved notable recognition, ranking 24th in the southern U.S. according to Animation Career Review's 2025 regional listings. This honor reflects APSU's commitment to excellence in digital arts education. "Our program, establ...