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Nashville, TN – This week, healthcare professionals in Tennessee alerted Senators Blackburn and Hagerty that the passage of President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” poses significant risks to the state's residents. Dubbed the “Big Bad Billionaire Budge...
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Celebrating a remarkable milestone, Mrs. Early Patsy Montgomery marked her 106th birthday on April 3, 2023, surrounded by her church community at Newman AME Church in Pontiac, Michigan. Born in Carbondale, Illinois, she enjoyed a 66-year marriage bef...
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Eddie Bellas, a Saint Lucian musician and self-described "love and light" advocate, has returned to his native St. Lucia following a 25-year stay in the United States and his subsequent deportation. After being sent back on May 24, he is now striving...
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The Bay Area is celebrated for its stunning parks and outdoor experiences, yet not all neighborhoods share this privilege. In a significant shift, the Bayview Hunters Point community welcomes the India Basin Waterfront Park, a transformative $200 mil...
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This upcoming Tuesday, New Yorkers will participate in the Democratic Primary, edging closer to the pivotal decision of electing the next mayor. The city urgently requires a leader dedicated to serving all residents, not just the affluent and politic...
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Over 25 students from Saint Lucia were part of the 2,785 graduates celebrated during Monroe University's 92nd Annual Commencement, which recently took place in New York City. Although the Castries campus typically conducts local ceremonies in October...
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Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre delivered a pointed assessment of the OECS's slow progress in regional integration during this week's gathering, cautioning that persistent delays in meeting treaty obligations, especially concerning the free movement...
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In today’s climate, embracing a cynical perspective on modern politics is all too simple. Concerning examples of political violence, exacerbated by deep partisan rifts and anti-democratic feelings, alienate Americans of various backgrounds. Neverth...
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The Trump administration has reportedly transferred more than 500 migrant children from various locations across the U.S. into federal custody, as corroborated by multiple sources. A significant number of these children had been living with relatives...
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Weather predictions indicate possible storms, raising concerns for President Trump's forthcoming celebration marking the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary, which aligns with his birthday. When asked about attending the significant event in Washington, D....
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The anthology “That’s How They Get You,” assembled by Damon Young, explores the intricate nature of humor across various racial contexts. Young reflects on his youth and the admiration he held for his friend, Var Butler, whom he regarded as the most...
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Nashville, Tennessee – The Supreme Court of Tennessee has rendered its verdict in the case of State of Tennessee v. Pervis Tyrone Payne, upholding the lower court's decision to revise Payne's death sentences while overturning the concurrent sentencin...
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Senior United Nations officials emphasized the need for immediate restraint on Saturday as tensions escalated between Israel and Iran. This conflict intertwines with a broader regional crisis, heightened by Israel’s ongoing military actions in Gaza a...
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As Saint Lucia's Carnival evolves, concerns grow regarding the preservation of its traditional roots amid rising commercialism and generational changes. In a recent panel at the Listwa Kannaval public lecture at the Financial Centre, diverse voices s...
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In anticipation of this year’s Juneteenth celebration, the Global Circle for Reparations and Healing (GCRH) has unveiled a Declaration urging all Global Africans—those on the Continent and within the Diaspora—to prioritize healing. This Centering Hea...