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On July 8, 2025, the Pitt Pantry in Oakland faced critical changes as legislation backed by former President Trump targets nutritional assistance programs like SNAP. This move imposes additional financial burdens on states and challenges efforts to s...
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In a pivotal warning, the National Urban League has proclaimed a “state of emergency” for democracy and civil rights in the U.S. Their 49th annual State of Black America report, presented at a conference in Cleveland, Ohio, details a calculated effor...
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When pop sensation Katy Perry and five other women made headlines with their much-anticipated journey to the edge of space earlier this year, they were met with sharp criticism from various media, with skeptics raising concerns about the mission's le...
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Lee Greenwood often expresses his pride in America, yet he is not alone in embracing this sentiment. As a Black individual navigating life in the United States, I argue that my pride is intricately tied to our foundational ideals, albeit their fulfil...
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On July 4th, Donald Trump enacted his substantial “megabill,” a law that sustains the waning fossil fuel sector with vast taxpayer investment, potentially adding 470 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually by 2035—comparable to the...
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Sonja Norwood recently captured attention in a stunning portrait. For many years, she has functioned as a formidable yet frequently underestimated presence behind some of the most celebrated figures in Black entertainment, notably her children, R&...
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The vibrant Anthrocon convention took place over the 4th of July weekend, drawing attendees from far and wide. Captured in this striking image are Melona Morris, Aniyah Morris, Mone Morris, and Imani Morris, accompanied by furries Cirrus Kitty from C...
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Bishop Mark A. Eckman, newly appointed leader of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh, began his installation on July 14, 2025, at St. Paul Cathedral in Oakland. Clad in ceremonial white, he made a significant entrance, rapping the cathedral’s heavy do...
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Fifty years ago, Ugandan leader Idi Amin proposed an audacious idea to Commonwealth nations: he should replace Queen Elizabeth II as the organization's head. Amin argued that a faltering U.K. economy rendered it unfit to lead, emphasizing that the “B...
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On July 4, Trump hailed the “big, beautiful bill,” asserting it would enhance economic growth and financial stability. However, an analysis reveals adverse impacts on low-income communities and minorities. As a legal expert focused on tax disparities...
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Rev. Jimmy Swaggart preached passionately at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena on March 29, 1987. With his passing on July 1, 2025, Swaggart's influence endures. Alongside contemporaries Jerry Falwell and Pat Robertson, he captivated millions, ge...
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“Seek the Lord while He is accessible; invoke Him while He is close. Let the wicked renounce his path, and the unrighteous man abandon his thoughts. He should return to the Lord, who will show him compassion, and to our God, who will grant abundant p...
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The distress felt by millions of Americans due to the Republicans' recent megabill is significant. The ramifications of this new domestic policy may take time to manifest, but they promise to be severe. A considerable aspect of this pain stems from t...
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Throughout history, the Black church has been a crucible of spiritual refuge and political liberation. From the battle to abolish slavery to voting rights, equal rights, and educational opportunities, Black church leaders have called on God and prea...
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Celebrating 145 years of supporting at-risk youth and families, TRY has upheld its mission since its inception in 1880, originally as “Pittsburgh’s Home for Colored Children.” The organization was established after Reverend J.M. Fulton encountered a...