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David Crosthwait was born in Nashville, Tennessee and moved to Kansas City, Missouri where he attended high school. He went on to attend Purdue University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in 1913 and a Master of Engineering degree in
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Hattie McDaniel
On this day, Hattie McDaniel known for her supporting roles became the first African American to win the Oscar Award for her role as Mammyin the movie Gone With The Wind. Not only was she the first African American to receive this award, but the was the only woman to have received it until Whoopi
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Try this unusual pineapple and celery smoothie for healthy start to your day
In the mood for something fresh and fruity? Whiz up this combo for a creamy shot of vitamins to ward off winter germs with pineapple.
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Coronavirus: The last countries in the world without any cases
As few as 10 countries have managed to avoid coronavirus so far, with zero cases reported in a handful of locations across the world.
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DBE Minister decries ongoing vandalism of schools
DBE Minister Motshekga noted in her media briefing on the state of readiness of schools to receive yet more learners that vandalism still presents major challenges to her department.
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Queen Latifah Wants ‘Gone With The Wind’ Gone
The 1939 film Gone With the Wind has been temporarily removed from HBO Max due to the recent protests over Black people killed by
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Student and staff in rising new DUT coronavirus cases
The Durban University of Technology COVID-19 Response Task Team has confirmed nine positive cases of coronavirus.
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Eastern Cape old age home staff down tools after more patient deaths
The protesting staff members from the old age home were led by NEHAWU and demanded that the institution be fumigated and provided with PPE.
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ANC accused of top secret plot to remove local government powers
ANC critics believe they've found a bombshell with this supposed 'internal document', which allegedly weighs-up major changes to SA's local governments.
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Gauteng hard lockdown: How things could pan out
Gauteng is reportedly looking to introduce a different type of hard lockdown that what was experienced in the rest of the country.
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Trucks torched in Cape Town and KZN as strike continues
As truck drivers continue to down tools, several vehicles were torched on national highways in the early hours of Wednesday 8 July.
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COVID-resilient corridor for tourists travelling to Jamaica
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COVID-19 latest: SA caseload now exceeds 220 000 cases, 3 600 deaths
The number of cumulative COVID-19 cases in South Africa now stands at 224 665, along with 3 600 deaths and 106 842 recoveries.
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Monday's weather: High fire danger in the Western Cape, fine day for the rest of the country
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Trinidad suffers storm damage
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Prominent SA actor arrested for dealing illegal cigarettes in Limpopo
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Premier Soccer League season should be cancelled: Segolela
The PSL remain determined for the suspended season to be wrapped up and the government has given the green light for professional football to resume in the country but a restart doesn't sit well with all.
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Super Rugby Aotearoa: Highlanders 20-40 Crusaders
The Crusaders mounted a second half comeback to retain their unbeaten streak and move to the top of the Super Rugby Aotearoa standings.
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‘Gone with the Wind’ returns with a disclaimer
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Spike Lee Says He Would Cast Zion Williamson In 'He Got Game' Sequel
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Farm killing of pregnant KZN woman revives calls for urgent debate
The 26-year-old woman was killed on a farm in Weneen, KZN, with police urgently investigating and searching for three unknown suspects.
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Dis-Chem to appeal ruling: ‘We didn’t charge excessive prices for masks’
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Queen Latifah: Let ‘Gone With The Wind’ Be Gone Forever | Afro
NEW YORK (AP) — While some have criticized HBO Max’s removal of “Gone With the Wind” from its streaming service — including those who wonder if it hurts the legacy of Hattie McDaniel, the first African American woman to win an Academy Award — Oscar nominee Queen Latifah says good
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