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Benjamin Banneker, born in 1731 in Maryland, is renowned for creating America’s inaugural wooden clock, unfortunately destroyed in a fire. His enduring legacy is carried on through Banneker, Inc., established in 2003. Their acclaimed collections, suc...
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Clinical trials are crucial for lupus research, offering essential pathways to test new treatments for this complex autoimmune disease. Limited FDA-approved options highlight the urgent need for more studies. Addressing underrepresentation in trials,...
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Statistics Can Be Scary Three Black obstetricians discussed crucial pregnancy insights with ESSENCE, highlighting that 80% of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. are preventable. Black women face a higher risk, being three times more likely to die...
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The number of Black dentists remains unchanged across the country, prompting the Black dental community to seek solutions. A retiring Black dentist in Philadelphia shared her experiences with Black News & Views. WATCH: Black dentists focus on bu...
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Target Corporation experienced a dramatic decline in its stock price, plummeting $27.27 per share and resulting in a staggering loss of $12.4 billion in market capitalization due to the backlash surrounding its rollback on Diversity, Equity, and Incl...
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Starting today, new tariffs will apply a 25% tax on imports from Canada and Mexico, alongside a 10% fee on Chinese merchandise. The Trump administration asserts that these measures protect American industries. Nevertheless, economists, along with civ...
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, featuring Jacquelin Harris, will electrify Detroit from March 14-16, 2025, as part of a nationwide tour honoring Judith Jamison's legacy. Harris, rooted in the city, aims to share the profound significance of Black...
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Renier Coetzee emphasizes the dangers of consuming expired pharmaceuticals, highlighting significant health hazards involved. Furthermore, improper disposal methods, such as discarding drugs in the trash or flushing them down the toilet, can lead to...
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Donald Trump hosted the "Believers & Ballots" event in Pike County, October 23, 2024. His first month reportedly harms Georgia's economy with job cuts and funding freezes affecting the CDC. DNC claims his actions risk essential benefits for many...
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Carolyn Hugley, Georgia House Minority Leader, reflects on her role amid legislative challenges. With Republicans dominating, Hugley emphasizes pushing beneficial legislation, despite potential co-option. Tort reform and healthcare access remain foca...
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By Mark Haynes | OBSERVER Correspondent Sacramento's elite high school basketball teams, Inderkum Tigers and Folsom Bulldogs, battled for the CIF Sac-Joaquin section championship spot. Inderkum's Coach Fred Wilson reflected on his coaching journey,...
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Michigan State University’s Citing Slavery Project reveals enduring legal influences from slavery-era rulings. Despite the 13th Amendment, precedents like Prigg v. Pennsylvania continue shaping property law and civil rights cases. Law professor Justi...
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By Leah Mallory | New York Amsterdam News | Word In Black(WIB) – PeachFuzz Laser Studio in Brooklyn offers specialized laser hair removal for diverse skin tones, focusing on melanated skin. Founded by sisters Keisha and Kristin Wagner, the stud...
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U.S. Representative Nikema Williams stood with federal workers against mass firings by Trump and Musk, challenging their "efficiency" claims. Highlighting healthcare's impact, she criticized cuts affecting Medicaid. Kingia Randall shared personal sto...
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Vibrant hues and sisterly bonds converge in "Sisters Speak," the newest showcase by artists SuVon and Siana Treece at the Artistic Expressions Gallery. The grand opening reception occurs on March 12 from 6 to 8 PM at the Detroit Public Library Galler...