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Graham discusses protests, pandemic, and healing for the country - African American News Today - EIN News
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – The pandemic, protests, and politics have dominated the headlines recently, and this week The Means Report turned to South Carolina Senior Senator, Lindsey Graham. He discusses his call for Robert Mueller to testify, as well as the possibility for a second stimulus payment
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Tennessee woman warns of deadly COVID-like pneumonia in video : TheGrio
A Tennessee woman is warning others about her diagnosis with unknown pneumonia. The woman says that she has all the symptoms of COVID-19. The post Tennessee woman warns of deadly COVID-like pneumonia in video appeared first on TheGrio.
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The China experience - Jamaican student shares what is was like during the COVID-19 outbreak
WESTERN BUREAU: A Jamaican medical student who has been studying in China for the past five years is excited to be home. However, upon her return to Jamaica two weeks ago, she is concerned with how Jamaicans are dealing with the threat of the...
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Zindzi Mandela, daughter of Nelson and Winnie, dies at 59 - Dallas Post Tribune
By MOGOMOTSI MAGOME JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Zindzi Mandela, the daughter of South African anti-apartheid leaders Nelson Mandela and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, has died aged 59. State television South African Broadcasting Corporation has reported that Mandela died at a Johannesburg hospital early Monday
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Kenya: COVID-19 - Lockdown Looms If Kenyans Don't Change
[Nation] The decision on whether to impose a lockdown in some regions following the surge in the number of Covid-19 cases will depend on people's behaviour and not counties' preparedness.
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A timeline of events in the life of Rep. John Lewis | The Atlanta Voice
Born in rural Alabama during the dark days of Jim Crow segregation, Rep. John Lewis rose from poverty to become a leader of the civil rights movement and later was elected to Congress. Here is a timeline of some major events in Lewis’ life. Feb. 21, 1940: Born the son of Black sharecroppers near
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John Lewis, Legendary Civil Rights Pioneer, Dies After Losing Cancer Battle
By Victor Trammell Photo credits: Jeremy Moorhead/CNN One of America's most revered figures from the Civil Rights Movement during the 1960s has passed away, according to a number of national media outlets. Politico reported on Friday (July 17) that U.S. House Representative John Lewis
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Poll: Pandemic hurting Americans' finances in disparate ways - Black News Channel
By TAMMY WEBBER Associated Press BURTON, Mich. (AP) —As the coronavirus pandemic drags on, a new poll finds it is having different effects on Americans' economic well-being. For some, the virus has meant lost income or struggles to pay bills on time — particularly among Hispanic, Black and younger
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Justice For Elijah McClain: Independent Investigation Launched Into Death Of Black Man Put Into Police Chokehold
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Remembering Radio Legend Patrick Ellis | Afro
By Micha Green AFRO D.C. Editor mgreen@afro.com Patrick Ellis, 77, who hosted 96.3 WHUR- FM’s “Gospel Spirit Show” for more than 40 years, died on July 16 from complications due to COVID-19. The longtime broadcaster had been in the hospital since last month for treatment of coronavirus, however
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Dallas Weekly News: Ep. 68-Texas Coronavirus cases include more than 80 infants | Dallas Weekly
https://youtu.be/2kkAr5JSRNo Today in Dallas Weekly News,Texas Coronavirus cases include more than 80 infants, Schools get approval for virtual classes and the Dallas city hospital report.
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PE man robbed at knifepoint, pepper-sprayed by 'helpers' at dumping site | News24
A man has allegedly been robbed at knifepoint and pepper-sprayed by three 'helpers' at a dumping site near Port Elizabeth.
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The state was moving in the right direction. But then Memorial Day came around. Here's what went wrong. - L.A. Focus Newspaper
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Riverside County Marks its Highest Single Day Death Toll - Black Voice News
When Riverside County recorded 24 COVID-19 related deaths on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 it was the highest number of coronavirus deaths recorded in the county in a single day since the onset of the deadly pandemic, bringing the county’s death toll to 577. Local hospitals are overwhelmed and
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August 2020 Events and Programs at Charleston County Parks - Limited capacity; subject to change
Program capacity is limited and subject to cancellation. Extra safety measures will be in place specific to each event and program.   August Special Events   Inclusive Swim Night West County Aquatic Center Sat., Aug. 1, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. People with special needs and their families are invited to an
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6 distinct types of Covid-19 infection, tracking app reveals - TechCentral
British scientists analysing data from a widely-used Covid-19 symptom-tracking app have found there are six distinct types of the disease, each distinguished by a cluster of symptoms.
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A Timely Case on Police Violence at the Supreme Court
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Healthy Black kids die more often after surgery than White kids, study finds - L.A. Focus Newspaper
It's well known that Black people have higher rates of poor outcomes after surgery than their White counterparts. The prevailing cause of such disparity may be that, before surgery, Black adults have higher rates of chronic diseases — in addition to other potential factors such as implicit bias and
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Tamar Braxton reportedly transferred to facility for 'further evaluation' - TheGrio
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Two men charged after knife fight
A fight between two men in their community has led to charges being laid against them by the Kingston Central Police. They are 19-year-old Errol Shand and Renny-Lee Ffrench, 21, both of Georges Lane, Kingston. Reports are that about 4:15 p.m., on...
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Dalai Lama Releases a New Song
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Rwandan Humanitarian Nominated for Waislitz Global Citizens' Choice Award
[New Times] Rwanda's Isabelle Kamariza is among the 10 finalists nominated for the Waislitz Global Citizens' Choice Award, an award that seeks to celebrate individuals who make extraordinary contributions in the society.
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Kenya: 8 Medics at KNH Test Positive for COVID-19 in Just 48 Hours
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Black reverend heckled by white when he demanded reparations : TheGrio : TheGrio
White people without masks heckled and attacked a Black reverend outside of Tulsa, Oklahoma’s City Hall. Reverend Robert Turner was... View Article The post Black reverend heckled by white people when he demanded reparations appeared first on TheGrio.
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Spokesperson Responds To Reports Of Tamar Braxton's Alleged Suicide Attempt: 'Please Pray For Her'
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Chicago Violence Sparks War of Words Between Trump, Mayor
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Kingston teen charged in relation to machete attack
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