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This month’s Courier health page highlights the use of artificial intelligence, or AI, in the healthcare system, including its potential to produce faster and more accurate diagnoses. Carlos T. Carter, President and CEO of the Pittsburgh Urban League...
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In 1918, amidst the escalating turmoil of World War I, the U.S. government embarked on an unprecedented initiative, emerging as the nation’s predominant housing developer. Over a span of two years, it crafted over 80 meticulously planned communities...
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Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin introduced a proposed $591 million budget for Fiscal 2026 on Tuesday, earmarking funds for street repairs, public safety, and allocating $500,000 for youth sports in Park and Recreation for the first time. Earlier thi...
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Nestled in his classroom at George Washington Carver High School in North Birmingham, educator Aubrey Bennett reveals his emotional reaction upon being named Alabama’s Alternate Teacher of the Year this month in Montgomery. The experience was “surre...
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They shared an English class, but it wasn’t until senior year that destiny stepped in. Angelo remembers Tameka from freshman year—“she blew my mind,” he says—but their paths didn’t officially cross until prom season. Tameka, already sensing somethin...
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In my Californian hometown, serene mornings were alive with the melodies of finches, warblers, and sparrows, filling the air with joyous sounds. Sadly, these avian symphonies are dwindling. A recent study published in Science reveals alarming findin...
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On the centenary of his birth, Malcolm X's insights continue to illuminate the quest for liberty. Fiercely dedicated to racial justice, he remains a polarizing figure due to his calls for revolution and armed self-defense. Born Malcolm Little on May...
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Marva Johnson has been selected as the new president of Florida A&M University, despite substantial pushback from faculty, staff, and alumni concerning her qualifications and affiliations. On May 16, the university's board of trustees endorsed Jo...
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During a heated WNBA matchup between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever, Angel Reese became the center of controversy following a flagrant foul involving Caitlin Clark. The WNBA has since launched an official investigation into what it described as “h...
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Nourhan Abubaker dedicates her time to assisting children at Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School, situated in Homewood. She often pulls students aside for math guidance and leads lunch discussions, addressing personal challenges and fo...
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Elon Musk has undoubtedly influenced the Trump administration, yet Russell Vought, often referred to as Russ, exerts a notable, if understated, power as the director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Speculation surrounds his potential le...
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A pivotal resolution concerning an NCAA antitrust lawsuit is anticipated this month, with the potential to allocate over $20 million annually to college athletes for the next decade, starting July 1. The proposed agreement entails $2.8 billion in ret...
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Reactions to President Donald Trump’s announcement of acquiring a US$400 million aircraft from Qatar as the new Air Force One have been mixed, even within his own party. The extensive modernization and security enhancements could surge costs beyond $...
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Harvard University has declared it will cease to host or finance graduation events tailored for Black students and other affinity groups due to the threat of funding withdrawals from the Department of Education linked to DEI initiatives. On April 28,...
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Natalia Bryant celebrated her illustrious achievement by graduating with honors from the University of Southern California, paying tribute to her late father, the legendary basketball icon, Kobe Bryant. On May 16, this 22-year-old rising star shared...