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In today’s digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) signifies computer systems' abilities to execute tasks typically requiring human intellect. Although these systems boast enhanced speed, power, and data processing capacities, their learning...
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Howard Stern, once branded the “King of All Media,” recently showcased a bewildering episode that could serve as a primer on misreading social dynamics. On his May 1st broadcast, Stern lamented that Black Knicks players fail to greet him during games...
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The individual residing in the House that Enslaved People Built has campaigned on promises to alleviate inflation, eradicate “fraud, waste, and abuse,” and tackle immigration via mass deportations. However, inflation cannot be addressed merely by p...
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July 30 marks the monumental 60th anniversary of Medicaid, a vital program providing health care coverage to millions in the U.S. since 1965. It was established with the commitment that medical care should be accessible to all, regardless of income o...
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As residents of Golden Gate Village in Marin City, California, we are compelled to voice our concerns. Our motivations stem from feeling abandoned by the very entities that profess to safeguard our welfare, specifically the Marin Housing Authority (M...
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Dr. Daren Ellerbee, a prominent leader and Pittsburgh native, recently took the helm of the Pittsburgh Scholar House (PSH). Previously, she led the Pittsburgh Innovation Team at the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University i...
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On Sunday, July 27, 2025, Cooperstown, New York, witnessed an extraordinary event that may forever solidify its place in Major League Baseball history. Three distinguished Black players—Dave Parker, Dick Allen, and CC Sabathia—were enshrined in the B...
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Let’s raise a glass to Howard Stern—not for his demise, but for the conclusion of his career. SiriusXM, in a rare moment of decisiveness, opted not to renew his contract. The real question isn't why, but rather why it took so long? Stern has lost his...
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In a city renowned for its Civil Rights history and cultural significance, Birmingham's iconic Prince Hall Masonic Temple symbolizes Black resourcefulness, entrepreneurship, and community pride. Recently, preservationists, city officials, and activis...
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Kwesi Daniels, Ph.D., serves as the Head of the Architecture Department at Tuskegee University, situated in Tuskegee, Alabama. An expert in vintage architecture, he recently explored the historic Masonic Temple in downtown Birmingham, an impressive s...
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On Wednesday, Jefferson County District Attorney Danny Carr announced that no charges would be filed against an Alabama police officer involved in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Jabari Peoples. The officer's use of deadly force was deemed justifie...
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Schools across the Birmingham metro area welcome students today, and Dr. Stephen Russell from the University of Alabama at Birmingham shares crucial advice for parents and guardians. To prepare for the school year, he emphasizes the importance of man...
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Have you sensed the gentle kiss of the impending fall season? Just recently, the 70-degree weather offered us a fleeting glimpse of cooler days. However, being in Alabama means the summer heat persists longer than anticipated. This brief respite serv...
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Birmingham's own poet laureate, Salaam Green, has been honored with the esteemed Academy of American Poets Laureate Fellowship. This significant accolade will provide crucial support for her innovative project aimed at serving incarcerated youth. Thr...
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The adage, “I can do bad by myself,” underscores a critical theme echoed by numerous witnesses at the recent congressional redistricting committee hearings in Texas. Legislators are hastily moving this redistricting map to the House floor, disregard...