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After 65 Years, The First African-American-Owned Travel Agency Continues to Provide Travelers With Unique Experiences – Free Press of Jacksonville
More than 80 years ago, postal service worker and travel writer Victor Hugo Green had the foresight to create The Negro Motorist Green Book, a travel guide that was initially the go-to source for black American
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Source: Free Press of Jacksonville – Florida’s First Coast Quality Black Weekly
Zimbabwe: Police Shoot, Seriously Injure Chitungwiza Vendor
[New Zimbabwe] Police Sunday shot and seriously injured a street vendor selling wares at a busy market in Unit L, Chitungwiza.
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Source: allAfrica.com
Harry Lee, Willie Mae and Fannie Lou: ‘Lest we forget’
As a product of segregation, I so vividly recall mama, grandma, granddaddy, community activists, and educators sounding the alarm: “Education is the way up and
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McKenzie saddened by passing of former May Pen mayor
Minister of Local Government and Community Development Desmond McKenzie has expressed sadness at the passing of former Mayor of May Pen and Councillor for the Mineral Heights Division Milton
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Source: Jamaica Gleaner
Ghana: The Ghana Education Service and Culture Education Delivery At the Pre-University Level - a Critical Appraisal
The continued existence of thisall importance unit of the Ghana Education Service must be critically reappraised now; and given proper attention that it deserves asfar as the promotion and development of the Ghanaian culture are concerned; or else it ceases to exist to save the tax
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Source: allAfrica.com
Uganda: Floods Displace Hundreds in Nakasongola
[Monitor] Nakasongola -- Flash floods have submerged a section of the Lwampanga Health Centre IV in Nakasongola District , paralysing normal operations at the maternity unit .
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Source: allAfrica.com
Somalia: Puntland President Unveils New Cabinet
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Uganda: Cattle Raids - At Least 200 Killed in Karamoja in 6 Months
[Monitor] Tension has been high in Karamoja Sub-region after Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) intensified its operations to recover illegal guns that are being used by cattle rustlers.
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Maybe Sheryl Sandberg should be leaning out
As US President Donald Trump and others brazenly use the social network to spread misinformation and foment violence at protests against police brutality, CEO Mark Zuckerberg is clinging to the lame argument that he can’t constitutionally do anything — even as other social media take action and his
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Bumper Crop of Women Farmers Emerges in India
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More funding for police department, not less, says Birmingham (Ala.) chief
Defunding the police department is a not good idea and could cost lives, said Birmingham Police Department (BPD) Chief Patrick D. Smith in an interview on
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Zimbabwe: Bulawayo Residents Withdraw High Court Application Against Council Over Typhoid Deaths
[New Zimbabwe] The Bulawayo Progressive Residents Association (BPRA) has withdrawn its High Court suit against the Bulawayo City Council for allegedly causing the deaths of 12 people and illness to more than 1 500 Luveve residents in the city due to outbreak typhoid.
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The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) - Diversity Fuels Us
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) was founded on the belief more than 50 years ago that the best answers for clients came through diversity of thought. Our founder Bruce Henderson encouraged all consultants—even the most junior members on a team—to engage in vigorous debate and
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Black Lives Matter goes mainstream after Floyd's death
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How To Fall More In Love With Your Partner Every Day
When they say that “Marriage is hard work” they often leave out the part, “But it’s so worth it. And it’s fun work, too.” That’s how it should feel in a good marriage. Here are ways to feel more in love with your spouse each day.
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Entire Detroit Traveling Volleyball Team Receives College Scholarships
New Level, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to positioning student-athletes in metro Detroit to receive key opportunities, has assisted nine 2020 high school graduates from the Club Xtreme Volleyball Team in securing athletic scholarships for
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Zimbabwe: COVID-19 Cases Shoot to 716
[New Zimbabwe] Confirmed Covid-19 Sunday rose to 716 after 18 more people tested positive for the pandemic.
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(1898) Booker T. Washington, “The Madison Square Garden Address”
After his 1895 Atlanta Compromise Speech, Booker T. Washingtons popularity grew rapidly among Northern whites.  In this instance he gives an address at Madison Square Garden in New York City on February 12, 1898, the birthday of Abraham Lincoln.  Not surprisingly he promotes industrial education
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High School Senior Gets Into 24 Colleges While Running A Company
In the case of 17-year-old RuQuan “Ru” Brown, his mission was always clear—excel in school and get into
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TIAA Virtual Commencement Celebrates Difference Makers
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L.A. Police Protective League Statement on Death of George Floyd
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(1995) William Jefferson Clinton, “the Job of Ending Discrimination in This Counrt is Not Over”
In July 1995, President Bill Clinton delivered a major speech at the White House  in defense of Affirmative Action programs across the nation at a time when many critics were calling for their repeal.  He argued that such programs were still needed in a talk he officially titled, The Job of Ending
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The Carr Report: Let’s GET FIT, physically and financially!
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Charlie Ward
Showing athletic gift and interest in various sports from a young age, Charlie Ward was born on October 12, 1970 in Thomasville, Georgia. Having his own father as the coach, Ward starred on the football and basketball teams of his high school, showing the signs of a star from the start and led his
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In Tribute to Men's Health Month By Real Men Charities
In tribute to the month of June – designated as Men’s Health Month – Real Men Charities is sharing their perspectives on the importance of men staying physically and mentally
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History of the Caribbean
The history of the Caribbean reveals the significant role the region played in the colonial struggles of the European powers since the 15th century. In the 20th century the Caribbean was again important during World War II, in the decolonization wave during the post-war period, and in the tension
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Philadelphia Inquirer Staffers Launch Protest After Newspaper's 'Buildings Matter, Too' Headline
Some journalists at The Philadelphia Inquirer are refusing to work on Thursday and posting an open letter about systemic racism after the publication ran an offensive headline playing on the phrase Black Lives
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(1868) Rev. Henry McNeal Turner, “I Claim the Rights of a Man”
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