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New beginnings bring transformation, and The Apparatus Room in downtown Detroit is embracing change. After an eight-year journey, this beloved restaurant has reopened following a $4 million renovation, now featuring a refreshed design, an updated men...
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Chicago, IL—May 17, 2021, Wilson official NBA game ball photoshoot at St. Ignacious school. Photo by Jon Lopez. Billy Garrett Jr., the first NBA player with sickle cell disease, defies odds, advocating for awareness and research. His story inspires,...
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Ten Democrats joined Republicans to censure Rep. Al Green for his protest during Trump's congressional address. This highlights Democratic Party divisions over protest tactics. Green's actions, seen as distracting from key issues, led to a censure vo...
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LEXINGTON, Miss. — Robert G. Clark, Mississippi’s pioneering Black lawmaker from 1967, ascended to the state House's second-highest position, has died at 96, his son confirmed. Rep. Bryant Clark, following his father's legacy, stated Robert Clark pas...
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By Beth Sullebarger, Woman’s City Club of Greater Cincinnati welcomes data scientist Cathy O’Neil. Known for her insights on big data’s impact, O’Neil’s talk is on April 11 at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $50. Her book, “Weapons of Math Destruction,” high...
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(Photo by David Redfern/Redferns) Legendary vibraphonist Roy Ayers, famous for 1976's “Everybody Loves the Sunshine,” has died at 84. His family announced his passing on March 4, 2025, in New York City. Known as the “Godfather of Neo-soul,” Ayers inf...
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Black women in the U.S. face a 41% higher breast cancer mortality rate compared to white women, despite fewer diagnoses. In response, OWN and the American Cancer Society launched the VOICES of Black Women study, aiming to recruit 100,000 participants...
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) has transitioned from fatal to manageable, yet Black Americans, particularly women, face unique challenges. Survival disparities, treatment barriers, and genetic differences persist. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s experience hig...
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Avondale celebrated its first grocery store opening in 17 years at The Country Meat Co. Marketplace, owned by Tennell and Chanel Bryant. Hundreds attended, enjoying fresh produce, meats, and community spirit. Leaders like Wendell Young and Jan-Michel...
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Dr. Chesahna Kindred, a dermatologist in Maryland, emphasizes diversity in clinical trials to address Black patients' unique needs. Historical mistrust exists, partly due to the Tuskegee Experiment. Recruiting diverse trial facilitators can improve t...
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New York Attorney General Letitia James, leading a coalition, secured a preliminary injunction against the Trump administration's funding freeze policy. The court ruled the freeze illegal, threatening essential services like law enforcement and healt...
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The House censured Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, for disrupting Trump's congressional address. Green, removed for shouting, opposed Trump's claimed mandate. Republicans swiftly passed a censure resolution, labeling his actions a conduct b...
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Brian Platt, Kansas City's controversial city manager, faces intense scrutiny following a jury's damning verdict confirming corruption and retaliation under his leadership. Allegations include racism, sexism, and misleading the public. Civil rights l...
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Aerial yoga blends traditional yoga with acrobatics, offering strength, flexibility, and mindfulness through fabric hammocks. Ideal for improving spinal health and balance, it’s not for everyone. Conditions like severe back issues, heart problems, or...
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Nick Kossovan emphasizes the critical role of details in job search success. From perfecting resumes to maintaining a professional LinkedIn profile, small elements can make a significant impact. Dressing well, proofreading, and carrying essentials li...