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One additional COVID-19 death, 8 new cases
Jamaica on Tuesday recorded one additional COVID-19 death, pushing the tally to 225. The deceased is a 55-year-old male from St Mary. One other death is under investigation, pushing that figure to 31. Meanwhile, there were eight new cases with ages...
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Source: Jamaica Gleaner
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Ethiopian Wins 'Customer Choice Airline of the Year Award'
[Ethiopian Herald] Pan-African carrier, Ethiopian Airlines, has won the 'Customer Choice Airline of The Year Award' at the just-ended National Customer Service Awards held in Accra, AviationGhana reported.
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Kenya: Swvl Kenya Introduces Long Distance Travel Service
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Swvl Kenya has commenced the rolling out of a new innovation that will allow commuters to use the platform for long-distance travel in Kenya, as part of their travel service.
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Source: allAfrica.com
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Black Girl Magic: Kamala Harris Gives Direct Shout Out To Black Women After Historic Win
On Monday (Nov 9), the new Vice-President-elect took to Twitter to share a special message for Black women, who once again saved the election with their overwhelming support at the polls, noting that the significant win "couldn't have happened" without Black women's diligence.
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Source: The Urban Daily
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EXPLAINER: Why do the media call races in US elections? - Black News Channel
By ALEXANDRA OLSON and DAVID KOENIG Associated Press Fifty-one separate elections — one in each state and one in Washington, DC. Each with different rules and regulations, and no national elections commission to tell the world who wins. How, then, to quickly and accurately determine who won the
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From Army Veteran to Veteran Entrepreneur Louis James Parlays A Tour of Duty into Business Success - Atlanta Tribune
From Army Veteran to Veteran Entrepreneur Louis James Parlays A Tour of Duty into Business Success On this Veteran’s Day we should celebrate veterans, not only for their honorable military service, but also for their contributions in civilian life. Time in the armed services allows for the
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Lucille Bridges, Mother Of Anti-Segregation Icon Ruby Bridges, Dies At 86 : NPR
In 1960, she braved death threats and racial epithets to accompany her daughter to the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans, desegregating the school.
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EFF slams FF Plus: ‘Cape Town will never be an independent state’
On Tuesday the FF Plus said the Western Cape should consider secession from the rest of the country and become an independent state.
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'I'm so sorry' says Trinidad doctor over his racist, abusive rant - Stabroek News
(Trinidad Express) Dr. Avinash Sawh, the doctor heard in a leaked telephone recording using racist remarks and abusive language towards a now former employee is begging the nation for forgiveness for his hurtful
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3 Tips For New, Bold Black Business Owners - Blavity
If you’re interested in sharing your opinion on any cultural, political or personal topic, create an 
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Mother of activist Ruby Bridges, who walked her to an all-white school every day, dies at 86 - Face2Face Africa
Lucille Bridges, the mother of civil rights activist Ruby Bridges, has died at the age of 86. On her Instagram account Tuesday evening, Ruby said, “Today our country lost a hero. Brave, progressive, a champion for change. She helped alter the course of so many lives by setting me out on my path as
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Rapper Mo3 shot dead in Dallas, bystander wounded: report - TheGrio
Dallas rapper Mo3 was reportedly gunned down in broad daylight in a drive-by shooting and died from his injuries on... View Article The post Rapper Mo3 shot dead in Dallas, bystander wounded: report appeared first on TheGrio.
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Oprah Winfrey producing film of Ta-Nehisi Coates' ‘The Water Dancer’ : TheGrio
Ta-Nehisi Coates has written several brilliant books and his novel, The Water Dancer, is being developed into a film by... View Article The post Oprah Winfrey bringing Ta-Nehisi Coates novel ‘The Water Dancer’ to big screen appeared first on TheGrio.
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Drink Up: These Are The 50 Best Bars In The World For 2020
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Because 2020 Can’t Stop Won’t Stop, Folks Are Wondering If Patti LaBelle’s Nephew-Son Is A Trump Supporter
On Tuesday one of the most bizarre social media stories took place after users pieced together that Patti LaBelle's nephew-son William "Bly" Holte, might actually be a staunch Trump supporter.
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Golding offers bipartisan approach when necessary
Newly sworn-in Opposition Leader Mark Golding says under his leadership, the People's National Party (PNP) will embrace bipartisanship cooperation with the Government when necessary.
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Obituary - Vernon Ray Torrey - The Seattle Medium
Vernon Ray Torrey was born to Ray Arthur Torrey and Ethel Louise Ross Hollingsworth on March 27, 1964 in Seattle, WA. The post Obituary - Vernon Ray Torrey appeared first on The Seattle Medium.
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Picture | IPL winner Quinton de Kock poses with trophy
Proteas wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock enjoyed a memorable 2020 Indian Premier League, finishing as SA's top run-scorer.
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Director Eric Drath Brings Story of Hector ‘Macho’ Camacho to Life – The Wilmington Journal
Emmy Award-winning director/producer Eric Drath is known for capturing stories about the entertaining sport of boxing. His 2010 film 'Assault In The Ring' captured an Emmy for Outstanding Sports Documentary. Drath has since produced other [...]
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Pooler Resident, Lisa Washington's Book, "Love Lifted Me", Wins Global Award | The Savannah Tribune
The votes are in and Lisa Washington’s third book, Love Lifted Me, won the Author Elite Award for Clean Romance. Award Winners were announced on October 23 during a virtual ceremony presented live on Facebook. Winners were given the chance to speak through video call and Washington used the time to
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New Horror Movie Anonymous Killers Makes U.S Debut At ChiTown Movies; “Behind Judgement Lies The Truth” | Chicago Defender
Making his directorial debut, A.R Hilton premiered his horror film Anonymous Killers at ChiTown Movies in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood, November 6. Starring Gabriela Lopez, Natassia Halabi, Patrick Caberty, Kevin Glikmann, Nathanyael Grey, and Dominic Pace. The film focuses on four seasoned
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How COVID-19 has changed the way we do business forever | New Pittsburgh Courier
(StatePoint)—The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed how business gets done. And when it comes to midsized and small businesses, the importance of investing in new technology, facilitating remote work and maintaining a tech-savvy workforce has never been so clear, according to a new
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A guide to Charleston from a musician who knows its history
The Charleston-based combo Ranky Tanky re-interprets Gullah music through jazz. Member Charlton Singleton reveals his favorites places in this city.
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‘I’m going to stick to my vows like God has stuck with me’
BY JE’DON HOLLOWAY-TALLEY Special to the Birmingham Times “You Had Me at Hello’’ highlights married couples and the love that binds them. If you would like to be considered for a future “Hello’’ column, or know someone, please send nominations to Erica Wright ewright@birminghamtimes.com. Include
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US cycling powers are hoping to create change with focus on diversity
Range and inclusion dont merely occur. Firms and organizations cant simply give you a catchy slogan, make lofty guarantees and name it a day. It takes continuous work and dedication,…
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Kenya: How Covid-19 Restrictions Have Disrupted Drugs Trade
[Nation] Seated in a corner of a local eatery in Majengo, Mombasa, a known drug dealer at the Coast is deep in thought.
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Opposition wants gov’t to rescind Dry Harbour mining permit
Opposition Spokesperson on Land and Housing, Sophia Frazer-Binns, says the Government must rescind the Ministerial order which overrides the decision of the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) not to grant mining/quarrying...
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Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival To Return in 2021
Past years have seen the likes of Hip-Hop superstars like Lil Wayne, Young Thug and Migos amongst many others, so it should be interesting to see what lineup Travis Scott has in mind for next year's installment.
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The Next For Years: What Biden-Harris Victory Means For Black America | News | The Michigan Chronicle
In a speech soaring with lofty rhetoric promising to unite a badly fractured country, President-elect Joe Biden declared he would work tirelessly on behalf of all Americans, giving a special nod to African Americans and other people of color whose solid support helped him defeat an incumbent
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New Study Suggests COVID Patients More Susceptible to Mental Illness - Black News Channel
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Medical and scientific experts have sounded the alarm, wanting people to understand that COVID is not the flu or a common cold, and recovery may not be permanent. According to a new study, 20 percent of recovering coronavirus patients
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