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Guy says COVID pretesting should apply to entire US
Opposition Spokesperson on Health Dr Morais Guy has asserted that the new COVID-19 pretesting protocol, which became operational on July 1, should not be limited to high-risk American states.  
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Washington Redskins under pressure to change team name - TheGrio
The Washington Redskins have been a sore point for many in recent years as the name is considered a Native American slur. However, the teams owner Dan Snyder has steadfastly refused to change the teams name. READ MORE: Malcolm Jenkins isnt sure the NFL should play this season However, in light of
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Cash Pours Into Black Organizations And Businesses Amid Protests Against Racism
The fundraising platform ActBlue reports a surge in money.
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Prospective teachers misperceive Black children as angry - Milwaukee Community Journal
Study findings suggest ramifications for Black youth WASHINGTON — Prospective teachers appear more likely to misperceive Black children as angry than white children, which may undermine the education of Black youth, according to new research published by the American Psychological
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Man nabbed following St Catherine robbery
Twenty-two-year-old Jessuse Mattadein of Rosemount district, Linstead in St Catherine was slapped with charges of robbery with aggravation and illegal possession of firearm and ammunition after robbing several persons. The police report that about...
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Redskins to have thorough review of name amid race debate - Black News Channel
By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Sports Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Redskins began a thorough review of their nickname Friday, a significant step toward moving on from what experts and advocates call a dictionary-defined racial slur. Even though owner Dan Snyder had shown no willingness to change
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How to celebrate a fun Fourth of July at home - The New York Beacon
(CNN)A combination of factors could make the Fourth of July a perfect storm of coronavirus infections, warned one doctor but only for those who dont choose to safely navigate the holiday weekend. Cities opening, people not following preventative guidelines and people traveling could
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IDB warns of economic shock to Caribbean | New York Carib News
A new study by the Inter-American Bank (IDB) says Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) will suffer “an unprecedented economic shock” from a sharp downturn in tourism as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The report, “Extreme Outlier: The Pandemic’s Unprecedented Shock to Tourism in
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Move to rename Bloody Sunday bridge has critics in Selma - Black News Channel
By JAY REEVES Associated Press SELMA, Ala. (AP) — Thousands gathered in this river city in 1940 to dedicate a new bridge in honor of white supremacist Edmund Pettus, a Confederate general and reputed Ku Klux Klan leader. Just 25 years later, the bridge became a global landmark when civil rights
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KIEREINI: Don’t just proclaim to be non-racist, walk it
It is not enough to be non-racist, we must actively speak out against racism and walk the talk in our everyday lives at personal and corporate levels.
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Herman Cain Contracts Coronavirus After Attending Trump Rally In Tulsa
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Dr. Winston Clifton Hackett: First African American Physician in Arizona
Dr. Winston Clifton Hackett was the first African-American physician in Arizona. He was also the founder of the Booker T. Washington Memorial Hospital, the first hospital in Phoenix which served the African-American community. Hackett was born in Tyler, Texas where he received his primary and
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Trump set for another massive event during pandemic - The New York Beacon
Keystone, South Dakota (CNN)President Donald Trumpandfirst lady Melania Trumphead to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on Friday to celebrate an early Fourth of July at a gathering ofan estimated 7,500 peopleduring aglobal pandemic. No social distancing is planned for the event despite the
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UFC stars father dies from Covid-19 complications - L.A. Focus Newspaper
Abdulmanap died in a Moscow hospital due to complications stemming from Covid-19 infection, according to the RT.com website. He was aged
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Kobe Bryant honored on covers of NBA 2K21 Mamba Forever edition
When NBA 2K21 is released on September 4, 2020, the iconic video game will honor NBA player, Kobe Bryant. It will be called the Mamba Forever edition. The post Kobe Bryant honored on covers of NBA 2K21 Mamba Forever edition appeared first on TheGrio.
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BRIDGING THE GAP: Pedestrian bridge is final piece of Park to Playa trail -
CULVER CITY — Construction workers finished installing a 440-foot pedestrian bridge across La Cienega Boulevard during the weekend of June 26, connecting the Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area to the Stoneview Nature Center and Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Culver City, as part of the 13-mile
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COMMENTARY: The American Economic System Works Just Fine—for White People | Dallas Weekly
As President of the Texas Black Expo (TBE), my primary interest is the economic part of the system—the creation and growth of Black-owned business enterprises. You’d think that such an effort would be greeted with universal approval from everybody, regardless of ethnicity. What could possibly be
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US Unemployment Falls to 11%, But New Shutdowns are Underway - Black News Channel
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer/ BNC Contributor WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. unemployment fell to 11.1% in June as the economy added a solid 4.8 million jobs, the government reported Thursday. But the job-market recovery may already be faltering because of a new round of closings and layoffs
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Judge James Long Remembered As A Mentor To Many
He knew that African Americans were often judged by a different standard and dedicated his life to being a positive example and providing career opportunities for members of the community. Ret. Judge James “Jimmie” Long died Tuesday after a battle with chronic lung disease. He was 82. Judge Long
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Coronavirus cases rising in 40 of 50 US states
FORT LAUDERDALE (AP) The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the US climbed to an all-time high of more than 50,000 per day yesterday, with the infection curve rising in 40 out of 50 states in a reversal that has largely spared only the north-east.In yet another alarming indicator, 36 states
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Past due time for healthcare system to protect Black Americans – Daytona Times
Today, Americans are facing unprecedented times. We are in the midst of a global pandemic, our country has fallen into an economic recession, and hundreds of thousands are protesting police brutality and racial injustice. But there is another epidemic in this country that must be addressed, and it
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Gucci Mane Apologizes For Calling His Record Label “Racist”
After saying his label staff were "crackers police racist" and asked fans whether or not he should go the independent route, Gucci took to Twitter today to not only announce he wasn't leaving Atlantic Records, but also apologized for slandering (or calling out?) anyone working in their offices.
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Pressley hits Israel on annexation plan - The Bay State Banner
As Israel was poised to annex a vast swath of the West Bank in violation of international law, U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley on Wednesday issued a sharply-worded statement on the move, arguing that it would “jeopardize any efforts for long-term peace and equality in the region.” “Let me be
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On the Agenda: Atlanta City Council legislative items for Monday, July 6 | Atlanta Daily World
ATLANTA — The Atlanta City Council will consider legislation during Monday’s remote meeting to adopt the “8 Can’t Wait” principles and amend the Atlanta Police Department’s standard operating procedures to incorporate use of force alternatives. (Legislative Reference No. 20-O-1449). The
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ABC reportedly set to cancel ‘Strahan, Sara and Keke’ TV show - DefenderNetwork.com
Strahan, Sara, and Keke is set to be canceled by ABC, according to industry insiders. The show has been on hiatus since March when it was replaced by Pandemic: What You Need to Know, a daily show providing updates on the coronavirus. Hosted by Amy Robach, the new show has featured appearances from
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Fair Food Drive-Thru, Limited Edition Merch & more! - Milwaukee Community Journal
GET A SLICE OF THE WISCONSIN STATE FAIR WITH THE STATE FAIR NECESSITIES   WEST ALLIS, Wis. – July 2, 2020 – Wisconsin State Fair Park Officials today announced several additional State Fair Necessitiespresented by U.S. Cellular, including a Fair Food Drive-Thru presented by Bank Five Nine, the
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Revisiting Sacred Cows: Which Figures From History Do We Honor, And How?
Statues have been taken down; names scrubbed from institutions. The national reckoning over race has reenergized debates over historical figures and the scrutiny goes beyond Confederate monuments.
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London police probe destruction of Haile Selassie statue
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Tech experts warn new Mac ransomware more sinister than it appears
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