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The DeSoto Area Chamber will host the annual DeSoto ISD State of the District luncheon on April 30 at 11 am in the Bluebonnet Room, DeSoto Civic Center. This event will celebrate achievements in education and showcase student talents, featuring perfo...
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Dallas ISD students are gaining essential water safety skills through a new program. Second graders, deemed ready to learn basic safety practices, participate in eight classes at local pools. With drowning being a top concern, this initiative aims to...
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The Dallas Examiner proudly presents the Black Business Collective, an online networking event aimed at empowering Black entrepreneurs. Scheduled on Zoom this Friday from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., the event fosters collaboration and idea exchange, helping bu...
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Saint Lucia is the inaugural OECS member to fully execute the Enhancing Health Infrastructure and Resilience Project, part of a $3 million initiative. This project, funded by Direct Relief, strengthens healthcare systems by providing essential medica...
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My grandparents overcame immense challenges to achieve homeownership, inspiring many. Today, while countless Black families have the means to buy homes, high interest rates and limited inventory discourage them. NAREB actively supports these communit...
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Head fakes distract from essential truths, particularly regarding civil rights. The Trump administration's misleading narratives threaten fair housing laws established by historical struggles. The Fair Housing Act mandates proactive measures against...
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On April 5, over a million people rallied across 1,300 locations, protesting against threats to Social Security, Medicaid, and more. Organized by MoveOn, this movement signifies a growing resistance to the current administration. As citizens voice th...
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President Jimmy Carter emphasized education's vital role in society during the 1979 creation of the U.S. Department of Education. Today, efforts to dismantle this agency threaten educational equity and student welfare. The National Urban League conde...
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The Smithsonian Institution, under the guidance of Secretary Lonnie Bunch, is grappling with upheaval following an executive order that seeks to eliminate "divisive" ideologies from its exhibits. Detractors, notably civil rights advocates, sharply de...
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The evening prior to his assassination, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his powerful "I’ve Been to the Mountaintop" speech in Memphis. Despite his health challenges, he motivated countless individuals, emphasizing the need for active resistance again...
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Tyler Perry's film, *Six Triple Eight*, starring Kerry Washington, celebrates Black women's resilience amidst adversity. This powerful narrative, available on Netflix, is a must-watch that evokes deep emotions. As we honor our history, let's uplift e...
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To address rising inequality and social division, the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, and Empowerment has initiated a partnership with faith-based organisations to enhance national unity. A recent symposium gathered religious leaders to discuss c...
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Seven delegates were officially matched with sponsors during the National Carnival Queen Pageant's sashing ceremony at Sandals Grand Beach Resort. Contestants donned sashes and drew their competition positions. This event highlighted cultural preserv...
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In a decisive operation, the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force arrested eight individuals and confiscated illegal firearms, ammunition, and a large quantity of drugs in Wilton's Yard. The raid recovered 1,480 grams of cocaine, a Glock pistol, and result...
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Critics claim President Trump’s tariffs ignite a trade war, yet they actually aim to conclude a long-fought battle against American exploitation. With soaring trade deficits and a staggering national debt, Trump's tariffs demand fairness in global tr...
