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ALBANY, Ga. — Belinda McLoyd, aged 64, has been contemplating the role of peanut butter in her diet. She relies on a minimal monthly benefit from the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps. “They don’...
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After a demanding day, many individuals stop by local convenience stores for a beer to unwind with at home. The leading beers in the U.S. include Modelo Especial, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra, Coors Light, and Corona Extra, as reported by Forbes in Nove...
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The United States and the European Union have established a preliminary trade agreement to circumvent a 30% U.S. tariff on EU imports, which President Donald Trump previously threatened to enforce on August 1. Trump argued that heightened tariffs wer...
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In recent months, Dr. Marty Makary, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner, has intensified previously unfounded worries surrounding the safety of seed oils—part of the vegetable oils used in infant formulas. He asserted on June 4 i...
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Ronald Donat's aspiration to join the police force faced dire challenges. The 41-year-old struggled to recover after a demanding series of pushups, sprints, and pull-ups during a grueling initiation termed “Hell Day” at a police academy in suburban...
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For Jayshawn Yancey, school represented more than education; it was a refuge from an abusive foster home. Having lost his mother at age four and never knowing his father, Yancey’s struggles emerged in school through aggressive behavior, eventually ea...
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The onset of the new academic year is approaching swiftly. Whether you are a student, educator, or guardian, the back-to-school period can catch you off guard. Here are five vital considerations to ensure you are prepared to commence the year confide...
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In a move that has unsettled the descendants of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other prominent civil rights figures, President Donald Trump authorized the release of over 240,000 pages of FBI documents concerning Dr. King’s 1968 assassination. H...
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The Senate Committee on Energy, Utilities, and Communications endorsed a bill aimed at reforming the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), enhancing the scrutiny of utility rate increases. Assembly Bill (AB) 13, introduced by Assemblymember...
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Cleo Laine, celebrated for her rich contralto voice, has passed away at the age of 97. Recognized as one of Britain's finest gifts to jazz, Laine's legacy resonated throughout the genre. The Stables, a charity and performance venue she co-founded wit...
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The cries of the marginalized have never been feeble. They resonate with fervor, persistently demanding acknowledgment, yet frequently fall on deaf ears. Today, California's Black communities are amplifying this message, shedding light on generatio...
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William L. Clay Sr., Missouri's inaugural Black congressman and an influential civil rights figure, passed away last week. He emerged as a pivotal political force during an era marked by deep-seated racial discrimination, which often relegated Black...
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Lorenzen Wright departed from the University of Memphis in 1996 to embark on a professional basketball career in the NBA. While opinions varied regarding this choice, Wright opted to enter the draft, ultimately securing the seventh overall selection...
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Macedonia Baptist Church commemorated its 75th anniversary on July 13, celebrating both its historical significance and enduring commitment to community service throughout the years.Originating in the mid-1950s, the church began with services hosted...
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