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A congresswoman from Ohio is making substantial strides in the intersection of personal-care products and reproductive health issues impacting Black and Latino women. Rep. Shontel Brown, a Democrat, recently unveiled the Health & Endocrine Resear...
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Amidst escalating protests against immigration raids in Los Angeles, rumors emerged about a Craigslist advertisement purportedly hiring individuals to incite riots. However, no such legitimate ad exists; instead, a prank ad placed by podcasters for...
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Recently, President Donald Trump claimed that the nation's murder rate has "plummeted by 28%" since his administration began. Local police data indeed reflects a decline in the murder rate, a trend that has persisted for several years. Interestingly,...
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The 1990-1991 Chicago Bulls emerged as a formidable basketball squad, boasting emerging talents such as guard Michael Jordan and forward Scottie Pippen. However, their aspirations were thwarted by their adversaries, the Detroit Pistons, who had repea...
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On May 20, over 100 individuals convened at the Sacramento County Board of Education to discuss the disheartening findings of the Black Student Achievement Landscape Analysis report. This comprehensive assessment, initiated in fall 2023, revealed tha...
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Ananda Lewis, renowned as a prominent MTV host, became a television icon in the 1990s. Sadly, she passed away at the age of 52 after a prolonged battle with breast cancer, confirmed by her family via a social media update on Wednesday. Her sister, La...
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The 2025 Roots Picnic in Philadelphia once again celebrated women in the arts, despite facing weather-related delays before finally launching at the esteemed Mann Center. Founded by Amir “Questlove” Thompson and Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter, this 17...
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In California, small businesses—from sole proprietorships to SMEs—constitute approximately 99% of all enterprises, driving over 7 million jobs. Recognizing their significance, Governor Jerry Brown established the Office of the Small Business Advocate...
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NEW YORK — This autumn, Michelle Obama unveils her latest literary endeavor, shifting focus from politics to a captivating narrative centered on fashion. On social media, she revealed that “The Look” will debut on November 4, published by the Crown P...
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WASHINGTON — Filings for unemployment benefits in the U.S. reached their highest mark in eight months last week, though they remain historically low amid rising apprehensions regarding potential tariff impacts on the economy.New jobless claims incre...
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My journey began in the Hollywood Hills, a picturesque region often shrouded in haze. As a young child, I struggled with asthma, clutching my inhaler tightly, as if it were a vital companion. The enchanting California sunlight, which enticed many, ul...
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A widely circulated graphic alleges that enacting the House-approved reconciliation bill would mean "no more elections." However, this assertion is devoid of verifiable evidence. Importantly, the proposed legislation does not provide President Donald...