Gone but not forgotten: notable Black figures who passed away in 2021

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Gone but not forgotten: notable Black figures who passed away in 2021

Here we’ve highlighted a few notable figures who left this world—but not our hearts—in 2021.

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Mother of Slain Florida Teen Shot During Burial Service

COCOA, Fla. (AP) — An unknown gunman fired into a crowd gathered at a Saturday afternoon burial service of a teenager who was fatally shot by a Florida sheriff's deputy earlier this month, officials said. The deceased teen's mother was wounded by the bullet, Florida Today reported. The shooting

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Obama Blackface Skit on Kremlin-Funded TV Sparks Outrage - The Moscow Times

… to protest police brutality against African-Americans — before Keosayan shuts him down …

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At tiny rural hospitals, weary doctors treat friends, family - Black News Channel

By JEFF ROBERSON and JIM SALTER Associated Press MEMPHIS, Mo. (AP) — As Dr. Shane Wilson makes the rounds at the tiny, 25-bed hospital in rural northeastern Missouri, many of his movements are familiar in an age of coronavirus. Masks and gloves. Zippered plastic walls between hallways. Hand

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Biden's first 100-day challenge: Transitioning to a more inclusive economy - Dallas Examiner

By CHARLENE CROWELL Center for Responsible Lending The tumultuous 2020 presidential election triggered a record number of participating voters. Never before had so many people cast their preferences. And similarly, together substantiated how

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Source: The Dallas Examiner

'Rep for Your Man': Angela Simmons Dresses Up In Boxing Attire Embroidered with Her Boyfriend's Nickname

In case anyone forgot,Angela Simmons, let it be known loud and clear during a recent post on social media that she’s team Daniel “Miracle Man” […]

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Young Thug Bashes André 3000 In Most Unexpected Shade Of 2020 - Blavity

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The 1 Workout That Undoes 8 Hours Of Sitting | BlackDoctor.org - Where Wellness & Culture Connect

A job that requires you to sit all day can be a detriment to your health. If you work in an office setting you’ll know what I’m talking about. Along with sitting all day, you’re probably snacking on everything in the break room to keep your mind focused on completing those eight hours of chaos. […]

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Malawi: Expert Warns Chakwera Against Unilateral Decision to Send Malawi Soldiers to Battle Islamist Insurgents

[Nyasa Times] An international relations affairs expert has warned President Lazarus Chakwera against making a unilateral decision without Sadc to send Malawi Defence Force (MDF) soldiers to fight Islamist insurgents in Mozambique.

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Source: allAfrica.com

South Africa: Army to Help Police Deal With Attacks on Trucks

[Nation] Police in South Africa have asked the army in the country to help them curb a rapidly escalating series of attacks on truckers on one of the region's major road arteries.

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Teen sentenced for killing stepmother, allegedly on ‘prophet’s’ instruction

The teen was sentenced to 15 years for robbery and 20 years for the murder of his stepmother. The sentences will run concurrently.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Ivorian international Gervinho inspire Parma win | Africanews

A tribute to Argentine legend Mardona at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris just before Seria A game Parma against

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Going the distance: The Fiat Tipo is SA's most-driven hatchback

A practical Italian ride is clocking up the highest mileage on South Africa's roads.

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'Mark my words'

Mark Golding yesterday sought to stamp his authority as president on the People's National Party (PNP), telling its National Executive Council (NEC) that the Opposition party would offer no haven to corrupt individuals and warned anyone who would want to challenge him for leadership that the only

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South Africa: A Triple Dose of Great Performances by Idols South Africa's Top 3

[Mzansi Magic] We're down to a Top 3 -- and they're getting closer to Idols superstardom!

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President-Elect Biden Names All-Women Senior Communications Staff | BlackP

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “I am proud to announce today the first senior White House communications team comprised entirely of women. These qualified, experienced communicators bring diverse perspectives to their work and a shared commitment to building this country back better,” Biden said in a statement.

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Africa: UN Warns of an Impending Famine With Millions in Danger of Starvation

[IPS] United Nations -- The numbers are staggering-- as reflected in the ongoing coronavirus pandemic which has triggered a new round of food shortages, famine and starvation.

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Chadwick Boseman’s Wife, Taylor Simone Ledward, Named Administrator of His Estate

Chadwick Boseman’s wife, Taylor Simone Ledward, has been granted her request by a judge to become administrator of the late “Black Panther” star’s estate with […]

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Healing the Black Community | Chicago Defender

In 1968 during the American Psychological Association’s national conference, a group broke off in the middle of a session to create The Association of Black Psychologists. They wanted to create a platform to actively address the needs of Black psychologists and the broader Black community. Soon

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Floyd Mayweather Defends Nate Robinson Following Knockout Fight with Jake Paul, Says Black Athletes Shouldn't Mock Him

Former NBA playerNate Robinsonlost his boxing match to Youtube personality Jake Paul Saturday night, Nov. 28, following a formidable right-hand knockout — and instantly became […]

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The last supper for our California restaurants

The storefronts are emptying. A drive down Ventura Boulevard today is like a drive through a hockey player’s mouth: tooth, missing tooth, missing tooth, missing tooth, tooth. One by one, businesses small and large are failing, undone by Amazon, COVID-19, government incompetence and our maddening

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Uganda: Police Car Knocks Bobi Wine Supporters in Mukono

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Kenya: Leopards Claw Tusker in FKF-PL Season Opener at Kasarani

[Nation] AFC Leopards kicked-off their 2020/2021 Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKF-PL) season with a 2-1 win over Tusker at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani in Nairobi on Saturday.

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Is the UK Illegally Tearing Black Families Apart before Christmas? | Africanews

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Long Live the King: Marvel Pays Tribute to Chadwick Boseman with Update to Opening Credits of Black Panther

Long Live the King: Marvel Pays Tribute to Chadwick Boseman with Update to the Opening Credits of Black Panther

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Africa: Battles Won - and Lost - Against Aids Hold Valuable Lessons for Managing Covid-19

[The Conversation Africa] World AIDS Day this year finds us still deep amid another pandemic - COVID-19.

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South Africa: Last Day To Have Your Say on the Draft Cannabis Bill!

[allAfrica] Cape Town -- The draft Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill for South Africa is flawed, restrictive and discriminatory as it focuses only on criminalisation. As the draft is currently open for public comment, marijuana industry experts are hoping that the government is listening to

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Florida Mother Shot During Funeral for her Teen Son, Who Was Shot by Police – Free Press of Jacksonville

Spectators tend to the injured after a shot was fired during the interment of Sincere Pierce at Riverview Memorial Gardens Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020. (Mandatory Credit: Craig Bailey/FLORIDA TODAY via USA TODAY NETWORK) By Tyler [...]

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Activists put the squeeze on Gov. Pritzker to keep Mercy Hospital open | The Crusader Newspaper Group

Multi-racial coalition demand meeting with Governor By Chinta Strausberg A coalition of healthcare workers, elected officials and civil rights activists on Tuesday, November 24 called on Governor J. B. Pritzker to use his political might to save Mercy Hospital, which is the safety net for Black and

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On World Aids Day, Differences and Parallels Seen in COVID-19

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