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On December 8, Kimberly Douglas visited her son Bryce’s grave at National Harmony Memorial Park in Landover. Nearly 18 months have passed since her 17-year-old son died from a fentanyl overdose. Annually, this day is observed as Worldwide Candle Ligh...
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By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Senior National Correspondent The Black Press, NAACP, and Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett alerted Americans. Many noticed Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025, warning of its dangers. Despite Trump’s deceit and denial, the...
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Renowned psychiatrist Alvin F. Poussaint, known for aiding civil rights activists in 1960s Mississippi, passed away at 90 in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Poussaint was a pivotal figure in understanding racism's impact on Black mental health. His...
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CoreCivic, a controversial private prison firm, aims to reopen Leavenworth's closed facility as an ICE detention center. Despite its history of abuse, the company pursues profit through political influence and secret deals. Community activists and ci...
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Eric Adams intensifies his battle with the Trump DOJ, seeking a permanent dismissal of his corruption case. Previously, the DOJ aimed for a "without prejudice" dismissal, allowing future revival. Ad...
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Langston Milsap, 19, joins the inaugural Black Radical Education for Abolition & Liberation Academy. Students, aged 11-73, gather to reclaim stolen history and explore radical freedom. B-REAL Academy, led by Melissa Ferrer Civil, empowers participant...
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Resilience and unity shone at the 56th NAACP Image Awards in Pasadena, hosted by Deon Cole. Kamala Harris received the Chairman’s Award, emphasizing adversity persistence. Dave Chappelle, honored with the President’s Award, highlighted community stre...
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr., in his debut interview as HHS secretary, made inaccurate statements regarding seed oils, an abortion drug, and U.S. health. Contrary to his claim, Americans don't buy 70% of global drugs. His vaccine safety assertions are misle...
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President Trump misrepresented data from Elon Musk, claiming millions over 100 receive improper Social Security benefits. In reality, only about 89,000 recipients are aged 99 or older. Fraud concerns persist, but Musk and Trump's claims exaggerate th...
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Nearest Green, a former slave, was the genius behind Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey. Finally acknowledged in 2016, his legacy inspires the billion-dollar Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey brand. Fawn Weaver, cofounder, wrote a best-selling book and buil...
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The tale of Nearest Green, a former slave and master distiller, underpins the rise of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey. His legacy, once overshadowed, is now celebrated through Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, a billion-dollar brand. Fawn Weaver and Vic...
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Nearest Green, a former slave and master distiller behind Jack Daniel's success, is finally recognized. The Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey brand, valued at $1.1 billion, honors his legacy. Fawn Weaver's research and Victoria Butler's expertise cement...
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Nearest Green's legacy as a pioneering Black distiller remains a captivating narrative. Once a slave, he mentored Jack Daniel in making exceptional whiskey. Today, Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, inspired by his mastery, thrives, valued at over $1.1 b...
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Nearest Green, a visionary former slave, was pivotal to Jack Daniel's whiskey success. His legacy, celebrated through Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, has flourished into a billion-dollar brand. Fawn Weaver's efforts, including launching the brand and...