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OAKMONT, Pa. — For Chase Johnson, the last player to qualify for this year’s U.S. Open, memories of watching Tiger Woods are vivid. Uniquely, he stands alone as the only competitor of Black heritage among the 156 participants at Oakmont, coinciding w...
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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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Ananda Lewis, an iconic and dynamic figure in the realms of BET and MTV, has tragically passed away at the age of 52. Her sister Lakshmi announced the heart-wrenching news on Facebook, expressing her grief and love. Ananda succumbed to cancer after a...
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In her impactful book "Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons With Racism in Medicine," Dr. Uché Blackstock honors her late mother, Dr. Dale Gloria Blackstock. A Harvard-educated physician, Dr. Dale dedicated her life to serving patients at Kings County H...
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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...
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With a quarter-century of experience in the industry, insightful wisdom naturally abounds for Fabian Matthews, the visionary behind Spotlight Productions. Renowned for his creative flair, Matthews has refined his craft while consistently delivering t...
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The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is transforming Freedom Way into a vibrant street festival to honor freedom once more. The second annual Juneteenth Jubilee will take place on June 19, showcasing lively music, food trucks, a variety o...
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Over a decade ago, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services set an ambitious goal for health equity, striving to eliminate disparities affecting various demographics. Unfortunately, African Americans continue to encounter some of the most ala...
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Republican and Democratic figures have interpreted the potential effects of the House reconciliation bill on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), previously known as food stamps, in contrasting manners. The Congressional Budget Offic...
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As summer unfolds, the allure of beach days and outdoor escapades increases. However, while the sun’s rays offer enjoyment, they also pose a significant threat: skin cancer, the most prevalent cancer in the U.S. The American Cancer Society notes that...
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In the wake of recent alerts indicating that federal ICE operations in Los Angeles could signify a troubling escalatory phase, Kansas City demonstrated remarkable resolve. What commenced as two separate gatherings on Tuesday evening rapidly transform...
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Attorney Alina Habba from New Jersey revealed on social media that Congresswoman LaMonica Mclver has been indicted on charges of “forcibly impeding and interfering with federal law enforcement officers.” This incident took pla...
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Dr. Karen Jones Bankston has been appointed as the chairperson of the Council on Aging’s (COA) Board of Trustees. Bankston, a board member since 2020 representing Hamilton County, previously held the vice chair role and stepped into her new position...