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Imani Archer, the daughter of the iconic R&B and soul artist D’Angelo, is expressing her grief after her father's passing. In an emotional Instagram tribute posted on October 15, Archer addressed her profound sorrow over the loss of her father, w...
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A significant wave of protests is expected this weekend across the United States against President Donald Trump’s increasingly autocratic initiatives, according to CNN. Over 2,500 “No Kings” demonstrations are scheduled for Saturday, October 18, repr...
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Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has made a groundbreaking $63 million contribution to Morgan State University, representing the most substantial single gift in the institution’s 157-year legacy, according to TheGrio. This unrestricted dona...
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As urban centers nationwide confront growing income disparities and cultural divides, the location you inhabit significantly influences your access to opportunities. In Chicago, a vibrant city showcasing diverse neighborhoods, the interplay between h...
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Renowned R&B and soul artist D’Angelo spent his last months hospitalized due to pancreatic cancer, as confirmed by a family insider. Born Michael Eugene Archer, he passed away on Tuesday, October 14, while receiving hospice care after an extended...
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Today, the U.S. Supreme Court is evaluating a crucial case, Louisiana v. Callais, which may shape the trajectory of voting rights in the nation. Central to this case is the constitutional status of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act that prohibits ra...
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The phrase "A mind is a terrible thing to waste" has echoed in many lives since its inception in 1972 by the United Negro College Fund, underscoring the significance of education. Recently, this message was invigorated at Atlanta's Woodruff Arts Cent...