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Pancreatic cancer ranks as the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., with an estimated 67,440 diagnoses in 2025. Risk factors include controllable elements like tobacco use and uncontrollable factors such as age and race. Research indicat...
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Daylight Savings Time can disrupt your routine, but you can adapt smoothly. Utilize relaxation techniques, maintain a balanced diet, and prioritize sunlight exposure. Stay hydrated, minimize sleep disruptions, and keep exercising. Adjust your schedul...
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Denise Smith's federal career began 50 years ago under President Nixon. While still in high school, she secured a Navy intern position in Annapolis, Maryland. Over 35 years, she advanced through diverse human resources leadership roles within the Nav...
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Dr. Colleen Kelley reported chaos as federal HIV research grants were abruptly terminated, impacting crucial studies. Experts warn these cuts threaten progress in combating HIV, especially among marginalized communities. The NIH claimed the eliminati...
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Rolando Nooks, the visionary behind Compassionate Reprieve, established a live-streaming service for funerals of incarcerated individuals, addressing the challenges of familial connection during such events. Since its late 2024 launch, the platform e...
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(By Jack Buffington, University of Denver) Food prices are a pressing issue, highlighted by a 40% egg price increase from 2024 to 2025. While bird flu outbreaks are blamed, seasonal demand, especially during Easter, may reverse price drops. Reinventi...
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A West Virginia couple, Jeanne Whitefeather, 63, and Donald Lantz, 62, received a combined prison sentence of up to 375 years for abusing their five adopted Black children and subjecting them to slavery. Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney Debra Rusn...
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Black women in law represent only 4.1% of U.S. lawyers in 2024, highlighting their significant underrepresentation. Despite facing systemic barriers, their remarkable resilience and vital contributions are reshaping courtrooms and law firms, ensuring...
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George Edward Foreman emerged as a fierce contender, reminiscent of the notorious heavyweight champion Sonny Liston. Once a feared figure in boxing, Liston lost his title to Muhammad Ali in 1964. His former trainer instilled a similar intimidating mi...
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Mia Love, a trailblazing former congresswoman from Utah and the first Black Republican woman in the U.S. House, passed away on March 23 at her Saratoga Springs home. She was 49, succumbing to glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer she bravely fough...
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Diabetes significantly impacts the Black community, with over 10% affected in Chicago's vulnerable areas. The ECHO-Chicago Complex Diabetes program, which enhances care access and management, faces funding threats. Since 2020, it has trained provider...
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US Representative Jasmine Crockett, D-TX, joined The Breakfast Club, branding typical Republican voters as "less educated." She found it challenging to justify Black Trump supporters, claiming the "least educated" demographic preferred Trump. This vi...
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Support CCA Academy's Virtual Fundraiser until March 31, celebrating its 46th anniversary and enhancing the Urban Agriculture program. This initiative empowers students aged 16-21, offering hands-on learning and sustainable practices. Join us in tran...
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UC Davis' annual Equity Summit, held on March 11, celebrated social justice through massages, drum circles, and more. Organizers aimed to amplify voices against anti-DEI rhetoric. Award winners, including Angileena Hayes, highlighted community resili...
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Willie L. Simmons, Jr., founder of the Northern California Minority Junior Golf Association, Inc., passed away on March 8 at 94. A trailblazer for Black golfers, he dedicated his life to mentoring youth in the sport. His legacy includes promoting gol...
