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ARMED State security agents are reportedly stalking the three MDC Alliance activists Harare West MP Joana Mamombe, Cecilia Chimbiri and Netsai Marova, who are currently detained at a private hospital in the
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NBA star Ja Morant apologizes for anti-police tweet - TheGrio
Memphis point guard Ja Morant is a rookie that before the NBA season was abruptly halted in March was considered among the leagues brightest new stars. But after anti-police protests in the wake of the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor who were both killed by police, Morant may have made
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Michael Jordan’s Daughter, Jasmine Says ‘The Last Dance’ Is An Eye Opener
Jasmine Jordan is too young to remember the height of her dad’s career
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NBA COMMISSIONER ADAM SILVER’S STATEMENT REGARDING THE PASSING OF WES UNSELD
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Paul George & Montrezl Harrell Reportedly Got Into Heated Exchange During Nuggets Series: “You’re Always Right”
Paul George & Montrezl Harrell Reportedly Got Into Heated Exchange During Nuggets Series: "You’re Always Right."
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GRIZZ TRACK: Set for Orlando takeoff; roster moves - TSDMemphis.com
The Memphis Grizzlies head to Orlando on Wednesday (July 8) for the restart of the pandemic-shortened NBA season and a full-speed run at the playoffs. All NBA players have the option to opt out of the restart for various reasons. None of the Grizzlies players has indicated they would not be a part
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Cliff Robinson, 53, Former NBA Star, Dies of Lymphoma – Free Press of Jacksonville
Cliff Robinson, a revered NBA veteran who played for 18 seasons, died Saturday at his Portland, Oregon, home. He was 53. Robinson, affectionately known as “Uncle Cliffy,” died after a yearlong battle with lymphoma, his family [...]
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NBA roundup: Doncic, Mavs nip Kings in OT - Stabroek News

Luka Doncic capped a 34-point, 20-rebound, 12-assist triple-double with an inside basket to break a tie with 1:57 remaining in overtime Tuesday afternoon as the Dallas Mavericks outlasted the Sacramento Kings for a 114-110 victory at HP Field House inside the NBA bubble near

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The political and structural context of the police murder of...
Recent mobilizations of the Black community in reaction to the shooting deaths of unarmed Black men demonstrate that we can have an impact on the course of actions by officials of the criminal justice
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B. Faso: dozens killed in attack over weekend
10 people died in Northern Burkina Faso Sunday after an attack on a humanitarian convoy by armed terrorist groups, the government
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Brooklyn Nets’ DeAndre Jordan Tests Positive For Coronavirus
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Michael Jordan’s game worn jersey to sell for $500K | The Crusader Newspaper Group
By Joseph Phillips, Crusader Sports Writer Since the successful debut of the 10-part documentary series “The Last Dance” in May, Michael Jordan’s memorabilia has continued to skyrocket through the roof. His most recent item is a game worn jersey from the 1998 Eastern Conference finals. According to
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Cop Who ‘Murdered’ George Floyd Previously Awarded After Shooting Black Suspect
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Statement from the Urban League of Greater Atlanta on Civil Unrest in the Nation
The Leaders of the Urban League Movement, including National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial, Urban League of Greater Atlanta President/CEO Nancy A. Flake Johnson, and all affiliate presidents, hereby issue the following statement in response to the civil unrest sweeping the
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Suspected poacher dies in police cells
A SUSPECTED wildlife poacher in Gwayi, Matabeleland North province, died of suspected poisoning while detained at Dete Police Station, with police saying they suspect he could have drunk the poison on his way to the
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Sigma Lambda Chapter Fed First Responders & Hospital Staff in New Orleans East During COVID-19
The Sigma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. (New Orleans Alphas), announced the success of their COVID-19 Service
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Chris Paul, who serves president of the National Basketball Players Association, said that NBA officials are working out the details ahead of the July 30 season reboot.
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This dark history encompasses the killing of Freddie Gray, who died at the hands of Baltimore police five years ago last month, and countless others, including many whose names have been lost to
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New York Knicks’ Legend Patrick Ewing Reveals He Has Tested Positive For COVID-19
Friday (May.22), the sports world was shocked to learn that New York Knicks’ legend and currently Georgetown men’s basketball coach, Patrick Ewing tested positive for  COVID-19, the university
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Nuggets complete comeback, oust Clippers in Game 7 - Stabroek News
Jamal Murray scored 40 points, and the Denver Nuggets completed a stunning comeback in the Western Conference semifinals with a 104-89 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 7 on Tuesday at the NBA bubble near
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Gianna Bryant Will Be Honored By The WNBA In The Most Amazing Way
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George, Leonard lead Clippers to 113-107 win over Nuggets - Black News Channel
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Paul George scored 32 points, Kawhi Leonard added 23 along with a big late block and the dynamic duo helped the Los Angeles Clippers rally in the fourth quarter for a 113-107 win over the Denver Nuggets in Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinal series Monday
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NBA roundup: Harden, Rockets rally, top Mavs in OT - Stabroek News

James Harden scored 49 points, Russell Westbrook added 31 points and 11 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets erased a 14-point deficit and rallied for a 153-149 overtime win over the Dallas Mavericks on Friday at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near

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(Reuters) - Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook said yesterday that he had tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of the team’s departure to Orlando where the NBA plans to restart its
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