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Vana Taylor, chairperson for the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) Ocho Rios Runaway Bay Chapter, has condemned Thursday's attempted robbery of two tourists who had gone horseback riding in the Laughing Waters area of St Ann....
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Source: Jamaica Gleaner
Hurricane warning downgraded to tropical storm warning for Jamaica as Elsa weakens
The hurricane warning for Jamaica has been downgraded to a tropical storm warning as Elsa continues to weaken while approaching the southern coast of Hispaniola. The Met Office says this means that hurricane conditions are no longer likely;...
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Advocates blast Supreme Court decision upholding Arizona election laws | Cronkite News - Arizona PBS
The Supreme Court Thursday rejected claims that Arizona's ballot-harvesting and out-of-precinct election rules discriminate against minority voters, a ruling that one critic said "takes a sledgehammer" to equal voting protections.
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Will Smith almost not cast in 'Independence Day' because he was Black: report
This July 4th weekend will not only mark the 245th birthday of the United States, but also the 25th anniversary... View Article The post Will Smith almost not cast in 'Independence Day' because he was Black: report appeared first on TheGrio.
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CARICOM countries to get nearly two million doses of vaccines in coming months
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, CMC – The outgoing chairman of CARICOM, Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley has informed said that the 15-member regional integration grouping will receive at least 800,000 does of vaccines to help curb the spread of...
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Former Cowboy Russell Maryland is tackling racism in his children's Texas school district
… statewide average, and only 2% African American. Maryland said that his daughter … daughter and a couple of African-American friends of hers were in …
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Blind Boone Home: A Columbia treasure worth sharing
… lived in the predominantly African-American neighborhood of Sharp End. … urban renewal. The African-American Heritage Trail and other … Committee to create the African-American Heritage Trail. For Olson … really hard to make African-American history in Columbia …
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Ex-officer pleads guilty to manslaughter; family blasts deal: 'I hate you'
The mother of a Black man fatally shot by a white former Nashville officer sobbed, screamed and knocked over a... View Article The post Ex-officer pleads guilty to manslaughter; family blasts deal: 'I hate you' appeared first on TheGrio.
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‘Black Panther 2’ Starts Production in ATL: “Very Emotional Without Chad” news -The Black Chronicle
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE Black Panther: Wakanda Forever — the sequel to the blockbuster Black Panther — has reportedly started production at Pinewood Studios in Atlanta. Marvel Studios chief
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We look back on this day in history and remember the people and events that shaped the world we live in today. Every day is worth remembering.
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Lil Kim Fires Back At 50 Cent Over Instagram Jab, Digs In Over Dinner Date Diss
After Fif took a swipe at the Brooklyn rapper, Kim fired back and made mention that her husband was taking care of the light work too
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Kenya: Mwenda Mbijiwe's Family Asks U.S., Israel and South Africa for Help
[Nation] Missing former Kenya Air Force Commander Mwenda Mbijiwe's mother has appealed for the international community's help in finding him.
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A ‘Philicon Valley’ Real Estate Project Combats The Ills Of Gentrification While Fostering Wealth Creation For Millennials Of Color | The Plug
How real estate entrepreneur Phillip Michael and NYCE are closing the wealth gap for millennials of color with Temple I.
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Thousands of pages documenting slavery found in attic of Eastern Shore house
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OG Aunt Viv Actress Janet Hubert Slams Phylicia Rashad For Caping For Pill Cosby
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‘I Never Cheated This Game’: Reggie Bush Seeks Reinstatement of College Stats and Heisman Trophy Amid NCAA Rule Change Allowing Players to Make Money
With college students now allowed to profit off their image, former University of Southern California running back Reggie Bush says it is time his Heisman […]
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'Almost Thought This Was Riley’: Kandi Burruss’ Hot White Photo Shoot Has Fans Mistaking the Star for Her Daughter Riley
Kandi Burrusshad fans seeing double on Wednesday, June 30, after 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta' star appeared to favor her eldest childRiley Burruss, 18, in […]
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Bucks top Hawks for 3-2 series edge - Stabroek News
Unable to lean on their superstar, the Milwaukee Bucks moved one victory away from the NBA Finals with old-fashioned teamwork Thursday while defeating the Atlanta Hawks 123-112 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals at
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VIDEO: Black Girl Magic: Message from Managing Editor ReShonda Tate - DefenderNetwork.com
The Defender Network's Managing Editor, ReShonda Tate, provides a preview of the melanin-filled Black Girl Magic that's about to be all up in the Tokyo Olympics… minus track star Sha'Carri Richardson. Speaking of Richardson, Tate blasts those who are daring to put Richardson on
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Black TikTok Music Creators to Support During the #BlackTikTokStrike • EBONY
Last month's Black Music Month was a major cultural touchpoint in our lives—especially during this past weekend’s BET Awards. The past 30 days have indeed been a marvel to witness. From watching talents such as Grace Victoria and Kaash Paige turn viral hits into Billboard chart numbers to seeing
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BWA teams working to restore water - Barbados Today
The BWA wishes to thank everyone for their patience and for working with the authority's teams in the field. The BWA is also sharing the following customer service update. Our teams are currently repairing several known bursts across the island including an 8” burst main in Proute Gully, St
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Orlando Pirates-bound star midfielder leaves Maritzburg United!
Maritzburg United have officially confirmed the departure of their record holder who had been with the club since December 2012.
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Panyaza Lesufi to 'teach AfriForum and FF Plus a lesson'
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Denmark continue to show they're no underdogs, even without Eriksen news -The Black Chronicle
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Phylicia Rashad pens letter to Howard students and parents: "I offer my most sincere apology" | The Atlanta Voice
Actress Phylicia Rashad sent a letter to Howard University students and parents on Friday, offering '[her] most sincere apology' for tweeting in celebration of Bill Cosby's sexual assault conviction being overturned. 'My remarks were in no way directed towards survivors of sexual
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H.E.R. among artists educating kids on civics in new series
In addition to making great music, H.E.R. wants to be an active citizen who empowers young people with information. The... View Article The post H.E.R. among artists educating kids on civics in new series appeared first on TheGrio.
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Belizean jailed for using counterfeit Social Security cards
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