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Russia banned from using its name, flag at next 2 Olympics - TheGrio
Russia was banned Thursday from using its name, flag and anthem at the next two Olympics or at any world... View Article The post Russia banned from using its name, flag at next 2 Olympics appeared first on TheGrio.
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Listen to the Daily News Wrap, Thursday 17 December
It’s Thursday 17 December 2020, and this is TheSouthAfrican.com Daily News Wrap - with the latest news you really need to know.
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Killing of Afghan TV Presenter Underscores Unrelenting Danger to Journalists – The Wilmington Journal
KABUL — The shooting death of Afghan TV presenter Malala Maiwand last week underscores the vulnerability of journalists — particularly female journalists — in the war-torn country. The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for killing [...]
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US ramps up vaccinations to get doses to more Americans - Black News Channel
By LISA MARIE PANE and PATTY NIEBERG Associated Press The U.S. is entering the second month of the biggest vaccination drive in history with a major expansion of the campaign, opening football stadiums, major league ballparks, fairgrounds and convention centers to inoculate a larger and more
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Ink Exclusive Podcast Deal With Spotify
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ink an exclusive podcast deal with streaming giant Spotify. Fans can expect to hear the first episode out of the partnership as soon as this month.
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The African American Wellness Project Partners with VNR1 Communications in PSA Campaign to Combat Health Disparities in the African American Community | Dallas Weekly
“We are at an unprecedented time in our nation’s history. Racism is an omnipresent public health burden,” said Dr. Michael LeNoir, one of the nation’s top Black physicians and AAWP’s founder. “We believe that health disparities will exist if we allow them to continue and that through partnerships
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Popcorn with Zenger: ‘Tenet’ is a beautifully crafted thriller that leaves viewers head-scratching – The Wilmington Journal
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Christopher Nolan has earned a reputation as one of the best filmmakers in the modern cinematic era. “The Dark Knight,” “Inception” and “Dunkirk” have earned accolades for heart-stopping cinematography, sound editing and [...]
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Cause of death for girl, 9, listed as air pollution following asthma attack - TheGrio
A nine-year-old English child is possibly the first person in the world to have an environmental condition listed as her... View Article The post Cause of death for girl, 9, listed as air pollution following asthma attack appeared first on TheGrio.
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COMMENTARY: The Death Penalty: Cost And Public Opinion Support Biden's Plan To End It | Dallas Weekly
A third reason the death penalty should be eliminated both in the U.S. and around the world is because it is cruel – a barbaric and sadistic violation of human rights.
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Trump hits Cuba with new terrorism sanctions in waning days - Black News Channel
By MATTHEW LEE AP Diplomatic Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration on Monday re-designated Cuba as a 'state sponsor of terrorism,' in a move that hits the country with new sanctions shortly before President-elect Joe Biden takes office. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced the
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French President Macron tests positive for COVID-19 - Black News Channel
By SYLVIE CORBET Associated Press PARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron tested positive for COVID-19 Thursday following a week in which he met with numerous European leaders. The French and Spanish prime ministers and EU Council president were among many top officials self-isolating because
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Georgia hospitals break previous mark for COVID-19 patients | The Atlanta Voice
A record number of people were in hospitals Wednesday in Georgia with confirmed COVID-19 infections, another signal that infections are now more widespread than at the previous summer peak, as public health authorities sought to raise the alarm that the coronavirus is spreading unabated across the
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'Cele couldn't say what law we were breaking' - Camps Bay film crew
Bheki Cele has been hammered by one member of a film crew that was booted off Camps Bay beach on Wednesday, questioning the minister's knowledge.
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Popcorn with Zenger: ‘Ava’ would be more believable as a cartoon but we’re stuck with live action – The Wilmington Journal
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Rundown: Sometimes the story behind a movie is far more entertaining than what’s on the screen. “Ava” made headlines for all the wrong reasons. Actress Jessica Chastain announced the first film [...]
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MLB reclassifies Negro Leagues as major league - Los Angeles Sentinel
Willie Mays will add some hits to his record, Monte Irvin’s big-league batting average should climb over .300 and Satchel Paige may add nearly 150 victories to his total. The post MLB reclassifies Negro Leagues as major league appeared first on Los Angeles Sentinel.
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City councilors push for power in budgeting - The Bay State Banner
The City Council moved a step forward in an effort to establish a more equitable budget process that allows citizens to participate. District 1 City Councilor Lydia Edwards introduced an amendment in July to give the council power to reject the mayor’s amendments to the yearly budget, and introduce
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Nigeria reopens border crossings with neighbours
The Nigerian government says it is re-opening four border crossings with Benin and Niger more than a year after they were shut in an effort to stop smuggling of agricultural produce and weapons. Other border points will re-open at the end of December. Last month after some initial reluctance
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Clifton 4th: Fury as 'shotgun-wielding officer' patrols Cape Town beach
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Mellody Hobson, Accomplished Black Businesswoman Named Chairwoman of the Board of Starbucks - Los Angeles Sentinel
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'Guptas gave him cash': Norma Mngoma exposes Gigaba in TV interview
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Health officials track safety as COVID-19 vaccines roll out - DefenderNetwork.com
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After 100 years, Negro Leagues now recognized as part of Major League Baseball - Face2Face Africa
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State Leaders Announce 10-Year Plan for a Healthier State - New Orleans Data News Weekly
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House speeding to impeach Trump for Capitol insurrection | L.A. Focus News
WASHINGTON — Poised to impeach, the House sped ahead Monday with plans to oust President Donald Trump from office, warning he is a threat to democracy and pushing the vice president and Cabinet to act first in an extraordinary effort to remove Trump in the final days of his presidency. Trump faces
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Harris County extends partnership with Houston Food Bank - DefenderNetwork.com
With the economic downturn brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, many are struggling to put food on the table, especially fresh, healthy food. In the face of local rising food insecurity, Commissioners Court once again extended its partnership with the Houston Food Bank to ensure that Harris County
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Mayor Turner announces Vision Zero Action Plan to end traffic deaths - DefenderNetwork.com
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AOC on stimulus: 'urgency of trying to get as much as we can right now' | The Atlanta Voice
New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said there is 'urgency' to try to get as much included in coronavirus stimulus talks because it could be the last chance for a meaningful relief bill if Democrats do not control the Senate once President-elect Joe Biden takes office. The Democrat told
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Ace Magashule not stepping aside from ANC duties just yet
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