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For eight years, every Wednesday, Black Lives Matter advocates have gathered in Downtown Los Angeles, outside the Police Protective League, denouncing its alleged defense of officers lacking accountability in cases affecting marginalized communities....
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On May 25, marking five years since George Floyd's tragic death, crowds gathered at Target outlets from Georgia to California, kneeling for a poignant 9 minutes and 29 seconds—mirroring the duration ex-officer Derek Chauvin restrained Floyd. These si...
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Sleep frequently appears as a rare treasure amidst the clamor of everyday existence. Balancing responsibilities, anxiety, and excessive screen exposure can make attaining restorative rest quite challenging. According to the CDC, approximately one-thi...
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Upon her arrival in the United States on a student visa for postgraduate studies, Evelyn looked forward to an encouraging academic atmosphere that would foster her interests in research and instruction. Hailing from Venezuela, she now works at a prom...
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As the weekend approaches, here's a delightful highlight: vibrant moments captured at Johnny Gill's joyous Memorial Day birthday celebration.If you've scrolled through social media, particularly TikTok, you might have encountered lively clips from th...
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Almost five years after former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin fatally restrained George Floyd, a federal judge denied protests’ accountability requests against Sacramento Police on May 20. Six plaintiffs sought damages and permanent injunctive rel...
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In a pivotal development this weekend, the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) is revising its competition guidelines for the state track and field championships to enhance participation for biological female athletes. This shift follows inte...
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A former chief aide to Sean “Diddy” Combs testified that the hip-hop icon threatened her life on her first day and allegedly abducted her at gunpoint to target rapper Kid Cudi. Capricorn Clark’s harrowing testimony marked the commencement of the thir...
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If Congress enacts a contentious proposal mandating work hour reporting to maintain Medicaid, over a million of California's most vulnerable residents risk losing their health insurance. The recently advanced budget bill from the U.S. House seeks to...
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As the final child leaves home, parents often find themselves in an oasis of tranquility, intertwined with intricate emotions. For numerous Black parents, this phase transcends mere adjustment to a quieter environment; it embodies a significant emoti...
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As climate change intensifies, extreme heat becomes a formidable health hazard for older Americans. In honor of Older Americans Month this May, health professionals and climate advocates unite to highlight the heightened risks seniors face, exploring...
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When did you last engage in a conversation about sex with your child? For many parents, this topic can seem daunting and uncomfortable. Yet, addressing it is crucial, particularly for Black families, as data shows Black youth constitute one-third of...
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Recent independent studies reveal that the newly enacted House reconciliation bill is projected to increase the federal deficit by trillions over the next decade, despite significant spending cuts. This analysis challenges Republican assertions that...
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A troubling shift occurred in my friend's life; a once lively and devoted mother now seemed like a shadow of her former self. She withdrew from work and her family, neglecting even her cherished pet. Her teenage daughter stepped in, managing househol...
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Under the Trump administration, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has frozen or eliminated billions in scientific research funding and aimed to cut approximately 20,000 agency positions. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. downplayed...
