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Despite comprising roughly 14% of the U.S. populace, Black individuals represent almost 20% of multiple myeloma cases, as per the International Multiple Myeloma Foundation. They face double the diagnosis rates compared to White patients, often at you...
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As Queens District 28 readies for a pivotal election to choose a successor for term-limited City Council Member Adrienne Adams, Latoya LeGrand emerges as a distinct candidate. The founder of Projects II Projects and the only woman of color in the rac...
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The NAACP's national, state, and local divisions are urging the Shelby County Health Department to implement an immediate closure order for xAI’s contentious supercomputer facility in South Memphis. This appeal, prompted by a plethora of reported env...
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Prioritizing self-love is paramount, often overshadowed by society’s emphasis on romantic connections. While sharing love with someone special is enriching, nurturing our internal selves remains the foremost commitment. To truly engage with life, one...
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In Georgia, stillbirth occurs in about 1 in 125 pregnancies, highlighting the urgent need for increased awareness and proactive initiatives. Amerigroup Community Care of Georgia is joining forces with Count the Kicks to offer valuable resources that...
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In Atlanta, the dichotomy of “new” and “old” is a frequent topic. Yet, 404 Coffee in the historic Black Pittsburgh neighborhood transcends this debate. Here, owner Kelli Jones honors Atlanta's rich culture one brew at a time. “My goal in opening this...
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Dr. Otis Williams possesses a flair for making a memorable entrance, even if it's via phone. Exhibiting an admirable commitment to time, he pauses the interview momentarily—“four or five heartbeats”—for a brief technology check. Derrick Holmes, the C...
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Elon Musk openly criticized President Donald Trump’s legislative initiatives on Tuesday, branding them a “disgusting abomination.” On X, Musk articulated his discontent, denouncing the “massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill” as...
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Twenty-five courageous survivors of childhood sexual abuse recently gathered at the state Capitol, voicing their testimonies to help defeat Senate Bill 832. This legislation sought to impose stringent requirements for abuse claims, necessitating “cle...
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In remembrance of George Floyd, local activists commemorated the fifth anniversary of his tragic death with a march aimed at preserving his legacy and spotlighting the impact on the Black community. Floyd died on May 25, 2020, under the knee of a Mi...