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'Women Talk Black' hosts virtual Florida Voter Registration Celebration tonight
Beverly Bond, founder of Black Girls Rock ST. PETERSBURG - Women Talk Black, a new organization, will host its debut virtual dance party at 6:30 p.m. tonight, featuring motivational speakers and inspirational DJs spreading the message: register to vote in Florida’s Primary before the July 20th
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Lawmakers Hope to Reform Police, Address Racial Injustice In Defense Bill : NPR
Congress will vote next week on the annual defense bill. After failing to pass police reform, some lawmakers see a chance to revive the debate about discrimination, but a presidential veto looms.
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Congolese officials ban pro-Mokoko march | Africanews
A peaceful march intended to demand the release and medical evacuation of Congolese opposition leader, General Jean-Marie Michel Mokoko has been banned by
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Bari Weiss, Andrew Sullivan and the Harper's letter: the case for open debate - L.A. Focus Newspaper
With the values of a diverse liberal democracy under assault at home and abroad, it's surprising that there is still the bandwidth to be outraged by seemingly self-evident statements like this: "The way to defeat bad ideas is by exposure, argument, and persuasion, not by trying to silence or wish
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FOOD: The Bake with Paris
NNPA NEWSWIRE — There are many things you can do with these cookies- you can eat them by themselves, put some chocolate and marshmallows on top to make s'mores, or create a cheesecake filling, just like I did.
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The gathering storm: How the state seized control of two troubled nursing homes as coronavirus crisis loomed - Black Voice News
In summary Once a rarity, state takeovers of on-the-edge nursing homes are expected to become more common as the pandemic tips facilities further into chaos. His paycheck was more than a week late, and by January, Kritsana Liamkrajang was growing more and more worried about the situation at the
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Tourists facing restrictions worldwide amid fears of new virus spikes
MADRID, Spain (AP) - From the palm-fringed beaches of southern India to the bar-lined streets of a Spanish island and the rolling hills of Ireland, restaurants, pubs and clubs are emerging as front lines in efforts to prevent the re-emergence of the coronavirus.
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SA coronavirus: over 300,000 cases; 8th biggest caseload globally | Africanews
South Africa has become a COVID-19 model for the continent in many ways since it confirmed its index case on 5th March, 2020. From the area of testing through to record number of recoveries, South Africa has been praised for pro-activeness in combating the
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[Source] There are a number of policies being reviewed and up for consideration and task force members want to ensure that community voice is incorporated into the recommendations we submit to the Mayor. You can join any of these listening sessions in person or submit your testimony in
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Chicago mayor responds to WH press secretary: 'Hey Karen watch your mouth'
Kayleigh McEnany referred to Lori Lightfoot as “the derelict mayor of Chicago,” accusing her of not doing enough to solve the gun violence in her city. The post Chicago mayor responds to WH press secretary: 'Hey Karen watch your mouth' appeared first on TheGrio.
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Hotel Industry Releases Top 5 Requirements to Travel Safely
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “The top priority for the hotel industry is the health and safety of guests and employees. Utilizing these best practices, including requiring face coverings and practicing social distancing in public spaces, will create an even safer environment for all our guests and
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‘I lost consciousness four times’ – Brazilian cop filmed standing on a Black woman’s neck - Face2Face Africa
Two São Paulo military police officers are facing criminal charges after one of them was filmed with his foot on the neck of a Black woman, who had her face on the ground during an arrest. The officer in question also stood on the woman’s neck, applying all his weight on the neck at
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When gunshots ring out at prayer ... August Town children under stress from violence
The ongoing violence in the community of August Town has often interrupted the education of students, and with the COVID-19 pandemic, that plight has only worsened. Principal of August Town Primary School Jennifer Solomon said teachers and...
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PNP boots former Mayor Benny White as candidate
People’s National Party (PNP) caretaker for the Fellowship division in East Portland and former mayor of Port Antonio, Benny White, says he was left surprised when he was replaced as a candidate for the upcoming local government elections.
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Irate FLOW customer smashes glass door at head office
As several disgruntled customers visited the head offices of telecoms company FLOW yesterday, tensions boiled over in their quest for their concerns to be addressed, resulting in an entrance door to the Half-Way Tree Road offices being kicked in....
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Will Amina be second time lucky in WTO race?
Amina lost to Brazil’s Roberto Azevedo, who will step down a year early at the end of August.
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Shilling hits historic low against the dollar after reopening
Traders expect the gradual reopening of the economy to boost demand for commodities such as fuel and raw materials for many manufacturing firms.
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This Day in History - July 17
Today is the 199th day of 2020. There are 167 days left in the year.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHT2016: All 298 passengers and crew aboard Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 were killed when the Boeing 777 was shot down over rebel-held eastern Ukraine; both Ukraine's Government and pro-Russian separatists have denied
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Malian PM apologises for “excesses” by security forces against protesters | Africanews
Mali’s prime minister has apologised for “excesses” by security forces who opened fire last week on anti-government protesters, but rejected opposition demands that President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita
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Center Offers Help With Bills, Rent, Food Local Victims of Pandemic May Receive Stipends
Residents behind on bills and rent will be able to seek assistance this week from a $12.5 million fund authorized by the City Council. A resource center will open downtown…
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St Thomas men plead not guilty to breaching COVID curfew
Six St Thomas men charged with breaching the nightly COVID curfew pleaded not guilty when they appeared before the parish court on Wednesday and were ordered to return to court on September 19. Charged are Marlon Russell, Lamar Pusey, Dontee Reid,...
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DMV HBCU Report: COVID-19 Costs BSU Its Fall Season, MSU’s Big Pay Day | Afro
By Micha Green AFRO D.C. Editor mgreen@afro.com The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically altered the schedules of Maryland HBCU football programs who will not play big money games or an entire conference schedule.  Bowie State University (BSU) will not take the field as the CIAA
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THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: One more Guardado and Villanueva is done -
I will skip the diplomacy. One more Andres Guardado and Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva must resign or be recalled. Villanueva was elected in 2018 with the overwhelming support of the Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs, the union for rank-and-file sheriff’s deputies. It backed
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Pomeroon farmer Oscar Richmond waiting for the ‘new normal’ - Stabroek News
For the better part of the year, so far, Jacklow, Pomeroon farmer, Oscar Richmond, has been watching a ‘new normal’ unfold before him. The article Pomeroon farmer Oscar Richmond waiting for the ‘new normal’ appeared first on Stabroek News.
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Manchester United too good for Palace - Voice Online
BEFORE KICK-off, Manchester United knew they simply had to win at Palace due to Leicester’s... The post Manchester United too good for Palace appeared first on Voice Online.
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Philadelphia Sued For Military-Force Police Violence During Protests
Three civil rights lawsuits were filed in Philadelphia earlier this week accusing the city of using military-level force that injured several protesters
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‘Mthuli economic review damp squib’
ZIMBABWE’S main opposition MDC Alliance party yesterday described the 2020 mid-term budget and economic review statement presented by Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube as a damp squib for failing to address critical issues afflicting Zimbabweans such as price increases and low disposable incomes
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Jamaican businesses investing in UK cybersecurity services
The United Kingdom’s Department for International Trade is reporting a noticeable increase in Jamaican businesses investing in British cybersecurity services, with one company providing services to the value of £1.5 million in recent months.  
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Rwanda Uses Robots And Other Efficient Ways To Keep Coronavirus Cases Low
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Gambian MPs debate repealing skin lightening law | Africanews
Gambian MPs on Thursday debated a bill aimed at repealing a law passed under former President Yahya Jammeh banning skin bleaching, a widespread practice in West Africa to satisfy certain conceptions of
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Prof Chisi takes swipe at Chakwera’s counter-Covid-19 strategy
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Mtambo raises red flag on impunity and mediocrity in civil service, calls for patriotism among Malawians
High court orders Chakwera to reinstate, two MEC commissioners
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Legendary Chimwemwe Mhango bounces back on the saddle
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