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Alaska Airlines has banned an Alaska state senator for refusing to follow mask requirements. “We have notified Senator Lora Reinbold... View Article The post Airline bans Alaska state senator for violating mask rules appeared first on TheGrio.
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South Africa: Safa National Women's League Produces 32 Goals in Opening Week
[SAFA] A total of 32 goals were scored in the opening week of the much anticipated opening games of the SAFA National Women's League.
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Indonesia says 53 crew of lost submarine are dead, wreckage found
Indonesia’s military on Sunday officially said all 53 crew members from a submarine that sank and broke apart last week... View Article The post Indonesia says 53 crew of lost submarine are dead, wreckage found appeared first on TheGrio.
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Zulu Nation faces more unrest as Queen Mantfombi 'admitted to hospital'
It's been a tumultuous Autumn for the Royal Family of the Zulu Nation - and the health of ruling monarch Queen Mantfombi is now a cause for concern.
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Oklahoma governor signs 3 anti-abortion bills into law - TheGrio
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed three anti-abortion bills into law on Monday, including ones to criminalize the procedure in certain... View Article The post Oklahoma governor signs 3 anti-abortion bills into law appeared first on TheGrio.
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Virtual classes exposing teacher's racist remarks and bias, experts say - TheGrio
When the coronavirus pandemic forced school systems to shift to virtual classrooms, an issue that was always there bur not... View Article The post Virtual classes exposing teacher's racist remarks and bias, experts say appeared first on TheGrio.
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Usman tops Masvidal, UFC 261 returns sports world to normal - TheGrio
A packed house. A raucous crowd. Celebrity sightings. Stunning upsets. Spectacular finishes. Broken bones. Blood, sweat and tears. UFC 261... View Article The post Usman tops Masvidal, UFC 261 returns sports world to normal appeared first on TheGrio.
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Nigeria: In Brazen Attack 100km From Abuja - Boko Haram Sacks 50 Communities, Hoists Flag in Niger State
[Leadership] In a brazen attack, 100 kilometers from Nigeria's capital city, Abuja, Boko Haram terrorists sacked 50 communities in Niger State and hoisted their flag in Kaure village.
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South African Documentary Wins Oscar Award
[SAnews.gov.za] The South African Netflix original documentary, "My Octopus Teacher", has won an Oscar for Best Documentary Feature.
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From scarcity to abundance: US faces calls to share vaccines - TheGrio
Victor Guevara knows people his age have been vaccinated against COVID-19 in many countries. His own relatives in Houston have... View Article The post From scarcity to abundance: US faces calls to share vaccines appeared first on TheGrio.
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Census: Texas gains Congress seats, Calif. loses first time - TheGrio
The nation’s political center of gravity shifted further to the Republican-led South and West on Monday, with Texas, Florida and... View Article The post Census: Texas gains Congress seats, Calif. loses first time appeared first on TheGrio.
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Sudan Timeline January-March 2021 - Holdout Rebels in From the Cold, Sudanese Pound Devalued, Covid-19 Vaccine Roll-Out Begins
[Radio Dabanga] Dabanga Sudan -- The first quarter of 2021 ended with much optimism, as the Sudanese government and the SPLN-N El Hilu signed a Declaration of Principles in Juba, however it has been a turbulent three months economically. The adjustment of the exchange rate of the Sudanese Pound
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Will Biden share vaccines with India? | The Atlanta Voice
The Biden administration said it will deploy additional supplies and support to India in response to mounting pressure to help the Covid-19 stricken nation. India, which is second only to the United States in total case count, broke global records for the fifth straight day Monday with 352,991 new
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Police Accounts Often Contradict Evidence. Media Must Hold Law Enforcement Accountable.
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A fire that ravaged a Baghdad hospital killed 82 people on Sunday, sparking calls for officials to be sacked.
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'Don't Make Me Hurt You More!' Officer Shouts While Punching Autistic Teen
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Man Boasts About Rioting At The Capitol On Bumble, Woman Turns Him In
Bad boys move in silence and MAGA supporters seemingly can't keep their mouth shut. One man bragged about rioting at The Capitol on a dating app and a woman put the police on him. As spotted on TMZ one man was doing entirely way too much when he was trying to land himself a hot date. […]
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Andrew Brown Jr.'s family plan to watch bodycam video of shooting - TheGrio
The family of Andrew Brown, Jr. will reportedly watch the footage of the killing of their loved one today. However,... View Article The post Andrew Brown Jr.'s family plan to watch bodycam video of shooting appeared first on TheGrio.
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Dr. Carl Hart: Blame Drug War For DMX’s Death, Not Drugs
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BHERC, Paramount Pictures Partner for 'Careers in Hollywood Panel Series' - The Washington Informer
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‘You Guys Need a Show’: Six Siblings, All Working In the Medical Field, Spark Inspiration After Viral Moment
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Modern Day Parables and Words to Live By | The Florida Star | The Georgia Star
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Jay-Z Talks Legacy, Family & DMX In Rare Interview With ‘The Sunday Times’
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Leadership Highlight: Brandon Jackson The SGA President of Winthrop University - Watch The Yard
In an effort to highlight the people who are leading colleges and universities across the nation, we at Watch The Yard reached out to Winthrop University and did an interview with Brandon Jackson the Student Government Association president. The position of SGA president is a highly respected role
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Comcast Debuts New Channel Featuring Documentary on Sorority     | Entertainment | The Michigan Chronicle
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South Africa: Tech Solutions Come to the Rescue After Cape Town University Fire
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Restaurant owner gets $1.7M over claim of city harassment - TheGrio
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