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Harlem's First Legal Marijuana Dispensary, Gotham Buds, Opens - Blavity

Harlem ‘s first legal marijuana dispensary, Gotham Buds, is officially open.

Source: Blavity News

COVID-19: War of words between Western Cape ANC and DA wages on

The ANC in the Western Cape have accused provincial government of defying efforts to stem the spread of COVID-19, angering their counterparts.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Barr's special counsel move could tie up his successor - Black News Channel

By MICHAEL BALSAMO and ZEKE MILLER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Outgoing Attorney General William Barr's decision to appoint a special counsel to investigate the handling of the Russia probe ensures his successor won't have an easy transition. The move, which Barr detailed to The Associated

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Source: Black News Channel - Black News Channel

How alcohol sales will be limited in Nelson Mandela Bay, SA's new hotspot

As new hotspots are being identified, the president highlighted the importance of adhering to social distancing protocols. In addition, the government is geared to introduce tighter alcohol restrictions in areas.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Numsa and Sacca picket outside SAA over non-paid salaries

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) and the South Africa Cabin Crew Association (Sacca) will be handing over a memorandum of demands to SAA

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

D.C. Police Chief leaving for Prince William County | Afro

By Micha Green AFRO D.C. Editor While the Prince William County Board of Supervisors ecstatically announced the appointment of D.C. Chief of Police Peter Newsham as their new Police Chief on Nov. 25, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has been fairly quiet about the current leader of the Metropolitan Police

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Source: Afro | The Black Media Authority-0

Barack Obama And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Barack Obama endured one of the most difficult days of his post-presidency on Wednesday, and while the blows were severe, the call outs were legitimate.

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Source: NewsOne

Why Kazungula Bridge completion is bad news for Zimbabwe

THE completion of the multi-million-dollar Kazungula River Bridge is certainly sweet music in the ears of Botswana and Zambia, but for Zimbabwe, it presents a headache over loss of transit fees. by ALFONCE MBIZWO/MTHANDAZO NYONI The new Kazungula River Bridge, which is expected to be functional by

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Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Everyday News for Everyday People

Limpopo crash: Six people killed in ‘multiple-vehicle’ collision [video]

The horrific Limpopo crash in Mokopane on Wednesday night involved a truck, five sedans and four pedestrians.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Confirmed: Ramaphosa puts six 'tighter restrictions' in place for NMB only

There we have it. Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that significantly stronger lockdown restrictions will be implemented in NMB - with others 'on the radar'.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Rapper G Herbo accused of using stolen ID for private jets, designer dogs - TheGrio

G Herbo and four associates have been charged with using stolen credit card details and ID information to pay for... View Article The post Rapper G Herbo accused of using stolen ID for private jets, designer dogs appeared first on TheGrio.

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Source: theGrio

YouTube announces lineup for discussions on racial justice - TheGrio

Mark Cuban, Anthony Anderson and Skylar Diggins-Smith will take part in a series of panel discussions on YouTube that are... View Article The post YouTube announces lineup for discussions on racial justice appeared first on TheGrio.

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Source: theGrio

Kliptown constable behind bars for rape, bribery

IPID says the Kliptown constable solicited a R 1500 bribe from his 24-year-old victim and raped her on Monday.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Ramaphosa no-confidence motion: ATM secret ballot bid to be heard

In order for the motion of no confidence vote in President Cyril Ramaphosa to pass, a two-thirds majority is required

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Rapper Casanova Surrenders To The Feds

Casanova is in custody. The Brooklyn rapper surrendered to the Feds about two days after they announced he was among 18 men indicted on conspiracy and racketeering charges.

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Source: The Urban Daily

Bartlett Place projects move forward - The Bay State Banner

Three buildings on the Bartlett Place lot in Nubian Square are moving toward approval, scheduled to start construction in late 2021. The project review committee for the 10-building site held a meeting Nov. 30 to review plans from Nelson Group and Shanti Acquisition that will provide a total of 126

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Source: The Bay State Banner

Rushwaya’s bid to have seized phones back hits brickwall

MAGISTRATE Ngoni Nduna yesterday dismissed an application by suspended Zimbabwe Miners Federation (ZMF) president Henrietta Rushwaya (pictured) and Pakistani businessman Ali Muhammad to have their seized phones released by the police. BY MIRIAM MANGWAYA Rushwaya and Muhammad, who were arrested in

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Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Everyday News for Everyday People

No confidence vote: What needs to happen for Ramaphosa to lose his job?

It's a D-Day of sorts for Cyril Ramaphosa - even if the odds are in his favour. However, this motion of no confidence could still spring a surprise.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Zuma will be 'dragged back' to face Zondo - thanks to new legal summons

Ding-ding, round two is already on the cards: The Zondo Commission is seeking ConCourt's support to get Jacob Zuma in the hot-seat once and for all.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Breaking: ATM request delay of Ramaphosa's no confidence vote

The African Transformation Movement have backed out of today's vote of no confidence against Ramaphosa pending the outcome of a court case.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

India Makes Overtures to Seychelles to Counter Chinese Influence – The Wilmington Journal

Kolkata, India. — India has renewed its diplomatic overtures to Seychelles, an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, in a bid to counter China’s growing influence in the country and the region. India’s [...]

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Source: The Wilmington Journal

More women get posts in UN’s CRPD committee

Women now make up the majority of the 18-member United Nations committee that monitors implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, after five women were elected onto the body. BY VANESSA GONYE The development means gender parity has been achieved for the first time

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Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Everyday News for Everyday People

New Mexico State Police Provide Little Information About Unarmed Indiana Black Man Killed By Officers While on His Way to Visit Family for Thanksgiving

An Arizona family is searching for answers after a 25-year-old Black man was fatally shot by officers while on his was to celebrate Thanksgiving. On Nov.

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Source: Visit Atlanta Black Star For African-American | Black News and Information

Martin Makes Strides with Digital Newscast

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Family meeting time? What to expect from Ramaphosa's national address

Cyril Ramaphosa is preparing to address the nation, but this won't be a joyous family meeting. There are some serious matters that need to be discussed.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Sri Lanka Cracks Down on Hindu Festival Celebrations – The Wilmington Journal

Colombo — Sri Lankan military and police have cracked down on celebrations of the Hindu festival of Karthikai Deepam in the northern parts of the island nation, claiming that it could be related to the [...]

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Source: The Wilmington Journal

US jobless claims remain high at 712,000 as virus escalates - TheGrio

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell as the nation celebrated Thanksgiving last week to a still-high 712,000,... View Article The post US jobless claims remain high at 712,000 as virus escalates appeared first on TheGrio.

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Source: theGrio

UN and world leaders meet to forge path to end pandemic - Black News Channel

By EDITH M. LEDERER Associated Press UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. General Assembly president opened the world body's first special session on COVID-19 Thursday, calling it a historic and overdue moment of reckoning to forge a path to end the pandemic that not only ensures people everywhere have

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Source: Black News Channel - Black News Channel

Michigan mom with COVID-19 placed in coma after giving birth to twins - TheGrio

A Michigan mother has been put in a medically-induced coma after experiencing 'severe damage' caused by COVID-19. Jasmine Logan, 31,... View Article The post Michigan mom with COVID-19 placed in coma after giving birth to twins appeared first on TheGrio.

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Source: theGrio

Eastern Cape man sentenced to 20 years for rape of 13-year-old boy

The 23-year-old man from the Eastern Cape was sentenced after he pleaded guilty for the rape of a boy at a traditional ceremony.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

How SMEs can use the GEM portal to navigate through COVID 19

Small and Medium Enterprises are important drivers of Africa’s economic growth, accounting for up to 90 per cent of all businesses in these markets. Now with almost everything put to a halt due to COVID-19 outbreak, this sector is expected to be hit hard considering that it attracts the least

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Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Everyday News for Everyday People

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