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By April Ryan Tensions erupted when President Trump admonished Ukrainian President Zelenskyy during a heated Oval Office meeting. Both Trump and Vice President Vance urged Zelenskyy to seek peace and be thankful for U.S. support. The encounter strain...
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Marcus Brown founded Complete Computer Services to support his family. This accomplished entrepreneur surpassed his aim. An East High School alumnus, he studied at Mary Holmes Junior College in West Point, Mississippi, before heading back to Tennesse...
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The Cincinnati Regional Chamber honored eight dynamic Black leaders during its annual dinner on February 27. The We Are Making Black History campaign, supported by BT Rise and Frost Brown Todd, celebrates these trailblazers shaping the future across...
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A child's death in Texas marks the first measles fatality in the U.S. since 2015, amid a growing outbreak. With only 82% vaccination in Gaines County, the virus spreads rapidly. Vaccination remains the best defense against this ancient disease, ensur...
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Jotaka Eaddy, founder of #WinWithBlackWomen, received the Mildred Bond Roxborough Social Justice Impact Award at the 56th NAACP Image Awards. Celebrated for championing Black excellence, Eaddy's achievements include advocating for Vice President Harr...
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Desmond Bane’s triple-double fell short as Hawks' Caris LeVert hit a buzzer-beater, securing a 132-130 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on March 3. This marked Memphis' third consecutive two-point loss in close games. The Grizzlies co...
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Mayor Lee Harris urges the Shelby County Commission to prevent indicted member Edmund Ford Jr. from awarding grants after his arrest for bribery and tax evasion, announced Monday, March 3. The charges relate to several grants involving the commission...
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Injury woes plague the Dallas Mavericks, currently clinging to the Play-In Tournament's No. 10 seed. Key players sidelined include Anthony Davis (adductor), Caleb Martin (hip), Daniel Gafford (knee), and PJ Washington (ankle). Dallas Mavericks look t...
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University of Cincinnati's decision to replace bathroom signs for "biological" genders, following Ohio's bill, has upset many, especially its LGBT+ community. The president announced removing DEI elements, alarming diverse students. This move, influe...
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Benjamin Banneker, born in 1731 Maryland, crafted America’s first wooden clock, lost in a fire. His legacy thrives through Banneker, Inc., founded in 2003. Popular collections include Baller and Poise. 2025 launches feature new Poise versions and Afr...
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Target Corporation's stock plunged by $27.27 per share, losing $12.4 billion in value amid backlash over DEI rollback. The NNPA and NAACP criticized the move, urging Black consumers to redirect spending. Legal challenges arose, with shareholders and...
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Tariffs starting today impose a 25% tax on Canadian and Mexican imports and a 10% levy on Chinese goods. The Trump administration claims it safeguards U.S. industries. However, economists and civil rights advocates argue the impact will severely affe...
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Renier Coetzee cautions against using expired medications due to health risks. Improper disposal, like trashing or flushing, poses environmental threats. Safe alternatives include using drug take-back programs. Mixing meds with substances like coffee...
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March brings thrilling sports action with March Madness, Reds baseball, and Winter's end. The Reds debut against the Giants on March 27th. Decisions loom on Noelvi Marte, while Encarnacion-Strand, De La Cruz, McLain, Hurtubise, Petty, Fraley, Dunn sh...
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Kansas City denied Urbavore Urban Farm's expansion plan after a two-year legal battle. The farm, promoting afro-indigenous agriculture in a Black neighborhood, faced discussions on colonialism and activism. Despite zoning issues and community resista...
