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Currently still on an emotional high after leading his Milwaukee Bucks to an NBA Championship, Antetokounmpo decided to continue showing appreciation to the city that allowed him to become a superstar by purchasing an ownership stake in the Milwaukee Brewers.
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In Memoriam: John Lewis Made America a More Perfect Union – Free Press of Jacksonville
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “From marching in the streets to fighting in the halls of Congress, John Lewis literally dedicated his life to the project of making American democracy stronger, more open and equal to all. [...]
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Cameroon: Sports Excellence - Jufo Activities Postponed
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Opinion | Why Trump Is Still Their Guy
You don’t hear his name as much. But as far as the G.O.P. is concerned, the former president rules.
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We fight for Haiti because we are Haiti – Florida Courier
“We stand with the Haitian people because it is our responsibility as believers in self-determination and people-centered human rights, to do so.” The Black Alliance for Peace (BAP) seeks to recapture and redevelop the historic anti-war, anti-imperialist, and pro-peace positions of the radical
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More things wrong with WRIGHT
It appears that embattled Trelawny Northern Member of Parliament (MP) Victor Wright is fighting battles on two fronts - one with Sugar Company of Jamaica (SCJ) Holdings, which says it is taking him to court for a debt of just over $3 million, and the other with his constituency executive who have
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NBA roundup: Fred VanVleet’s record 54 points lift Raptors - Stabroek News
Fred VanVleet set a club record with 54 points, including a career-best 11 3-pointers in 14 attempts, as the visiting Toronto Raptors defeated the Orlando Magic 123-108 on Tuesday night. The article NBA roundup: Fred VanVleet’s record 54 points lift Raptors appeared first on Stabroek News.
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Mathews, Meredith (1919-1992) - Birthday
Prominent social and civic leader in African American Seattle, Washington, Meredith Mathews was born in Thomaston, Georgia on September 14, 1919.
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Malaba is legit, ConCourt rules - NewsDay Zimbabwe
CHIEF Justice Luke Malaba will now stay in office for five more years after the Constitutional Court (ConCourt) yesterday overturned an earlier ruling by the High Court that his continued stay in office beyond the age of 70
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Tory Lanez accused of shooting Megan Thee Stallion: report
In what is becoming an increasingly disturbing story, reports are continuing to emerge around the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion. The post Tory Lanez accused of shooting Megan Thee Stallion: report appeared first on TheGrio.
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Voices of the Civil War Episode 18: "New York Draft Riot"
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Nigeria: Buhari Reappoints Oloyede, Rasheed, Bobboyi As Heads of JAMB, NUC, UBEC
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Los Angeles OKs one of strictest US vaccination mandates
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Governor General pays tribute to Justice Paul Harrison
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Harris to visit US-Mexico border area regarding migration - L.A. Focus News
By ALEXANDRA JAFFE WASHINGTON (AP) - Vice President Kamala Harris will make her first visit on Friday to the U.S.-Mexico border since taking office, following criticism from members of both parties for failing to go earlier despite her role leading the Biden administration's response to a steep
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Black Woman Blazing a Trail in High-End Real Estate Market
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A Year After George Floyd’s Murder, America’s “Black Attorney General” Ben Crump Reflects on the Road Ahead • EBONY
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Clippers’ support staffers quarantined in accordance with coronavirus protocols | L.A. Focus News
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Boston Suburb Awards $11M To Black Firefighter 11 Years After He ‘Complained About Racism’
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'I don't want pity. I want change': Jacob Blake's family pleads for justice - DefenderNetwork.com
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