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New research suggests that Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine can protect against a mutation found in two highly contagious variants of the coronavirus that erupted in Britain and South Africa. Those variants…
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Uganda: Bobi Wine - Why I Shipped My Children Out of Uganda
[East African] Ugandan Presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, aka Bobi Wine, has defended the decision to ship out his children after his critics questioned the move saying it was a sign of cowardice.
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Renee Montgomery “Definitely Interested” In Buying WNBA Team
The WNBA's Atlanta Dream is a highly has caught the attention of Renee Montgomery after the current team's owner and staunch Republican Kelly Loeffler lost Senate re-election this week.
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Commissioner Khadijah Abdur-Rahman sworn into office at Fulton County | Muslim Journal
Another Georgia History Maker… By Rick BlalockATLANTA, Ga. – A new chapter in the history book of Fulton County began on Mon., Jan. 4, 2021, when Atlanta resident and businesswoman Khadijah Abdur-Rahman was sworn into office as the next Fulton County Commissioner.  Abdur-Rahman, a mother of three
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The Justice Department Declines Prosecuting Cleveland Officers For Tamir Rice’s Death
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Ossoff: “I Thank the People of Georgia for Electing Me to Serve You in the United States Senate” - Milwaukee Community Journal
Atlanta, Ga. — Jon Ossoff delivered remarks on the election results in his historic Georgia U.S. Senate runoff election against incumbent Senator David Perdue (R-Ga.). Ossoff and Reverend Raphael Warnock are the first Democrats to win a U.S. Senate race in Georgia in 20 years. A transcript of
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Full List | 23 senior police officers transferred
Police Commissioner Major General Antony Anderson has announced the transfer of 23 senior officers. All but one will take effect from January 25, 2021. In a statement, the police corporate communications unit said the transfers are part of the...
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Ahmaud Arbery’s Family To Visit His Grave On Christmas Day
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OP-ED: Black Girl Magic-Stacey Abrams Saves Democracy! | Chicago Defender
All hail Stacey Abrams! The tyranny at the U.S. Capitol by domestic terrorists, a noose built on federal grounds by racists, and a Confederate flag toted inside the U.S. Capitol by a white nationalist, will not overshadow one of the most extraordinary feats. For the first time, the new blue state
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This time may be different – eventually; but for now, the nemesis of race remains – Free Press of Jacksonville
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The Privilege In White Privilege! | Social Justice | The Michigan Chronicle
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RECAP: Rev. Raphael Warnock’s Historic Win in Georgia Senate Race - Milwaukee Community Journal
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NBA Stars Speak out About ‘White Privilege’ That Enabled Capitol Chaos — The Sacramento Observer
After the recent attempted coup at the Capitol, many Americans noticed a stark contrast between how the insurgents were treated and how Black Lives Matter protesters are often met with violent police force. Before Wednesday's NBA games, teams kneeled during the national anthem and released
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‘The Great Gatsby’ Enters The Public Domain, And The People Want A Muppets Version
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Israel postpones Netanyahu’s trial amid virus lockdown
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Trump's Administration Once Again Protects The Powerful At The Expense Of The Powerless - The Seattle Medium
The decision not to charge the officers who shot and killed a Black child on sight encapsulates everything that is wrong with the Department of Justice under the current administration. Once again, it has protected the powerful at the expense of the powerless. Once again, it has failed to seek
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Uganda's Future Is Safe Only Under My Leadership - Museveni
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Coronovirus knocks out in-person MLK observances – Daytona Times
BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES Due to the coronavirus pandemic, traditional events celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on his holiday observance will not occur. This year’s federal holiday observing the civil rights icon is Monday, Jan. 18. The MLK Jr. Celebration
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'Fox & Friends' panel erupts after Geraldo Rivera blames Trump for inciting violence - TheGrio
Fox News has a long history of supporting outgoing President Donald Trump, but this week Geraldo Rivera caused an uproar at... View Article The post 'Fox & Friends' panel erupts after Geraldo Rivera blames Trump for inciting violence appeared first on TheGrio.
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Sen. Lindsey Graham taunted by Trump supporters at airport - TheGrio
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Ramaphosa outlines ANC priorities for 2021 in January 8th statement
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