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‘It’s a little disappointing’

WESTERN BUREAU: Jennifer Bolt, mother of sprint legend Usain Bolt, says not being able to attend this year’s Olympic Games is a little disappointing, but she intends to be with the Jamaican team in spirit, cheering them on. Jennifer had become a...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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Jamaica's COVID-19 deaths pass 100 mark

Jamaica on Monday recorded eight new COVID-19 deaths, increasing the tally to 101. Another case was listed as a coincidental death, while two other fatalities are under investigation. The deceased are: * An 82-year-old female from St Ann. * A 28-...

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Mozambique: What Is The Role Of The UAE In Mozambique?

[Mozambique News Reports And Clippings] United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become a major, if extremely obscure, player in Mozambique, and little is known about its role in Cabo Delgado. It has also been in the news recently, in ways that link to Mozambique.

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Virus, strife prompt ‘resiliency’ funds in Black communities | Federal News Network

… received from the Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce helped … the virus has on African American families. Elsewhere, female … the inequities faced by African Americans in work, wealth and … the National Museum of African American History and Culture in …

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Region Four man, 77, and woman, 67, die of COVID - Stabroek News

The Ministry of Health today said that as of 5pm today, two other persons who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have died. The article Region Four man, 77, and woman, 67, die of COVID appeared first on Stabroek News.

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Atlanta activist arrested for using $200K in BLM donations to fund lifestyle

An Atlanta-based Black Lives Matter activist is facing federal charges of money laundering and wire fraud after he allegedly used... View Article The post Atlanta activist arrested for using $200K in BLM donations to fund lifestyle appeared first on TheGrio.

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Baton Rouge Sergeant Who Said 'Racism Worked Out Pretty Good So Far' Is On Leave After Comments Surface

The Baton Rouge Police Department placed Sergeant Chris Kuhn on administrative leave after it was found that he posted racist messages on an online blog. […]

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Timeline: How the global coronavirus pandemic unfolded - African American News Today - EIN Presswire

As of today, global deaths have exceeded 1 million. Deaths from coronavirus-related illnesses have doubled from half a million in just three months, led by fatalities in the United States, Brazil and India.

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A hip-hop community center could bring change to Syracuse youth: it needs the funding first - TheGrio

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Birmingham 2022 launches apprenticeship scheme - Voice Online

BIRMINGHAM 2022 has officially launched its search for the first group of apprentices to work... The post Birmingham 2022 launches apprenticeship scheme appeared first on Voice Online.

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Music Fest slated for Saturday

It’s all going down Saturday night: music, dancing and a chance to win $20,000 in cash. After months of planning and ultimately rescheduling in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Waynesboro Exchange Club’s annual Music Fest is just a few short days away. Gates open on Saturday, Oct. 3, at

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Uncle Luke Surprised As Wife Files For Divorce After 12 Years Of Marriage

Well, at least he's going about this with his grown man pants on and now that the divorce is inevitable, the Miami rapper is asking that everyone respect the couples privacy for their "son’s sake,” and just let the process play out unfold peacefully.

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Rwanda: Maxime Sekamana - SC Kiyovu Target Rayon Sports Forward

[New Times] SC Kiyovu are pressing to secure the services of wantaway Rayon Sports' forward Maxime Sekamana as the club look to complete their first transfer window under new coach Olivier Karekezi.

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Angola: CPLP Countries Address Fight Against Covid-19

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OP-ED: The United States Postal Service Delivers Much More Than Mail - Voice and Viewpoint

And true to its roots, the revitalized United States Postal Service (USPS) knew how to make a buck. The reorganization legislation called for the phasing out of the post office’s direct government subsidies by 1983. The post office has been operating without any taxpayer money since then. In

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This is why so many women face poverty in their old age - African American News Today - EIN Presswire

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Hybrid Paris Fashion Week, both physical and digital, begins - Black News Channel

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Lenny Henry says new BBC chair should understand the importance of diversity and inclusion - Voice Online

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Mkhize: Covid-19 impact lays bare local govt shortcomings, lack of basic services in communities | News24

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The Child Diversion national training curriculum has transitioned to an e-learning platform that has, so far, delivered training to the parish committees in Manchester, Clarendon, and St Elizabeth. Child Diversion Consultant Ruth Carey said that...

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Telemedicine Is Transforming Patient Care in California – With Some New Challenges

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Cameroon: Evolution of Covid-19 - Adamawa Urged to Respect Barrier Measures

[Cameroon Tribune] The appeal was made during the daily press briefing on the management of the pandemic in the country yesterday, September 27, 2020.

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September 30 deadline to register for voters’ list

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Newark Mayor Announces New Investment Fund For Black Businesses

The city of Newark, New Jersey, is initiating a unique plan to help Black and Latinx businesses in the wake of the COVID-19 pubic health crisis.

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How COVID-19 is reshaping education | New Pittsburgh Courier

Reported and written by Word In Black Normally Karen Shepard would sit down with her three kids at the end of the day and ask them how was school? The Smiths, Charles and Debra, would gently remind their two daughters to get cracking on their homework. Tamika Hall would rely on her three school-age

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Inequality Kills | Afro

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