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The Atlanta Falcons are still searching for answers following their epic collapse in Dallas. Despite holding a 20-point lead in the first quarter and still up by 15 with about five minutes remaining, the Falcons managed to lose a game that was theirs to win. They botched the fielding of an onside
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National Black Voter Day - The Seattle Medium
National Black Voter Day is our answer to voter suppression. It’s our answer to misinformation campaigns. It’s our answer to efforts to stoke racial division and diminish the voices of Black and brown Americans. The post National Black Voter Day appeared first on The Seattle Medium.
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HORIE: How Japan is helping ease Kenya’s healthcare burden
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St Andrew High School for Girls celebrates 95 years
As the St Andrew High School for girls celebrates it’s 95th year anniversary, stakeholders were urged to forget the old ways of doing things and embrace the future, which includes online learning. The call was made by Reverend Tara Tyme-...
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Critics: Zimbabwe Stepping Up Arrests and Assaults Against Female Protesters | The Florida Star | The Georgia Star
Recent arrests and alleged assaults against women by state agents in Zimbabwe have again brought international attention to the country's long history of violence against women. On July 31, award-winning Zimbabwean novelist Tsitsi Dangarembga and her friend Julie Barnes participated in
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Treasury raises debt target by Sh29.7bn on tax shortfall
The Treasury has raised domestic borrowing goal for the current financial year, which started in July, by Sh29.72 billion on fears of a deeper shortfall in tax receipts than earlier projected.
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Zendaya Becomes Youngest Lead Drama Actress to Win Emmy
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Zendaya said her “heart was filled” when she saw her fellow nominees, including Jennifer Aniston, cheering on the “Euphoria” actress for becoming the youngest drama lead actress to win an Emmy. The 24-year-old Zendaya became emotional after she took home the trophy for her role
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High housing costs keep Californians poor - Black Voice News
In summary California still has the nation’s highest poverty rate, thanks to our high housing costs, which restrict much-needed construction. Congratulations California, you’ve done it again. The Census Bureau has once again found that California has the highest real-world poverty rate of any
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Africa: Shaping Peace Together in the Sahel
Guest Column - The International Day of Peace, which is an annual special day, observed on 21 September around the world, has a distinct place in the Sahel. The United Nations established this special day in 1981 and in 2011, the UN General Assembly unanimously voted to designate the day as one
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How Busy Boomers Can Advocate for Parents Living in a Nursing Home During COVID-19 - Milwaukee Community Journal
Among the growing challenges facing America’s middle-aged population is balancing financial and emotional support for older parents and growing children. Some of America’s middle-aged population is characterized as the ”sandwich generation:” adults that have a parent at least 65 years of age or
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Howard University and Apple Team Up For ‘Rap Life Live’ Special Event
Apple Music's Rap Life is taking its popular hip-hop playlist on the road with 'Rap Life Live.' The service tapped four leading rap acts— all who are known for speaking against racial injustice in their music— to perform at Howard U. to help open a dialog about the issues plaguing the Black
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Apple's New Online Store Meets Growing Demand in India | The Florida Star | The Georgia Star
Apple's e-store is set to launch in India on Sept. 23 with its full range of products just in time for the country's festive season. Apple CEO Tim Cookannouncedthe launch on Twitter on Sept. 18. 'We know how important it is for our customers to stay in touch with those they love and the world
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India Pushes New Farm Laws Amid Protests – The Wilmington Journal
Three new laws that the Indian government claims will boost growth in the agriculture sector and make it easier to sell produce has sparked protests from farmers themselves and from opposition parties. 'For decades, the [...]
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Murals highlight heroines and heroes during ELEVATE Art Festival
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UN marks 75th anniversary today
UNITED NATIONS (AP) - Born out of World War II's devastation to save succeeding generations from the scourge of conflict, the United Nations officially marks its 75th anniversary today at an inflection point in history, navigating a polarised world as it faces a pandemic, regional
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As the nation is still mourning the death of iconic Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the Trump campaign has decided to launch a 'Fill That Seat' T-shirt, a reference, […] The post Trump Campaign Selling 'Fill That Seat' Shirts After Ginsburg's Death appeared first on Essence.
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By DAVID CRARY AP National Writer It's been a throwaway line in presidential campaigns for years: Roe v. Wade is on the ballot. This time it is very real. The death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg so close to a presidential election and the vacancy it creates on the Supreme Court, coupled with
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Apple's e-store is set to launch in India on Sept. 23 with its full range of products just in time for the country's festive season. Apple CEO Tim Cookannouncedthe launch on Twitter on Sept. 18. 'We know how important it is for our customers to stay in touch with those they love and the world
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