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Franco Harris
Franco Harris is a retired American football player. He was born in March 7, 1950 to an African American father and an Italian mother. He studied at Rancocas Valley Regional High School in New Jersey and later at Penn State University. Here he played for the team “Littany Lions” as
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1950
Eddie Robinson
Eddie Robinson , byname of Edward Gay Robinson (born Feb. 13, 1919, Jackson, La., U.S.—died April 3, 2007, Ruston, La.), American collegiate gridiron football coach, who set a record (later surpassed) for most career wins (408). He spent his entire head-coach career at Grambling State University
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2007
Mavs’ Luka Doncic Named to All-NBA First Team
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‘Batwoman’ Star Ruby Rose Officially Walks Away From The Television Series
After only one season of donning the cape and cowl of the caped crusader on the CW’s superhero series Batwoman, lead star Ruby Rose is walking away from the role she once referred to as a “game
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“THE ASCENSION SHOW” LAUNCHES SECOND SEASON
Psychiatrists and Spiritual Intuitive Examine Universal Truths on Weekly Video Podcast MANHATTAN BEACH, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the heels of a successful nine-show first season, Ascension Media …
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HBO: 'Disappointed' to hear about darkening of 'Lovecraft Country' extra's skin - TheGrio
In a recent statement, HBO says they are 'disappointed' to hear about an extra whose skin was darkened on the... View Article The post HBO: 'Disappointed' to hear about darkening of 'Lovecraft Country' extra's skin appeared first on TheGrio.
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Amr Gamal: I made a mistake joining Gavin Hunt at Bidvest Wits
Al Ahly loanee and current Tala’a El-Gaish forward Amr Gamal says he made a mistake back in 2017 when he decided to join then PSL side Bidvest Wits on loan.
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Biz Markie Is Alive Despite Reports of his Death - BNC
By: Tadi Abedje Yesterday, rumors swirled all over social media that the iconic New York rapper Biz Markie passed away. However, those reports are not true, according to his manager.  “Biz’s wife and family are touched by the outpouring of love and admiration from his friends, peers and fans
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'Couple Goals' is a game show you've never seen before - TheGrio
Couple Goals is a new game show created and hosted by Nancy Redd that airs on theGrio.TV. In this exciting... View Article The post 'Couple Goals' is a game show you've never seen before appeared first on TheGrio.
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Youth football team wins state title - WS Chronicle
The 13U Tiny Indians have won the North Carolina State Championship and are headed down to Bradenton, Fla., to play in the AYF National Tournament at IMG Academy starting Dec. 7. The post Youth football team wins state title appeared first on WS Chronicle.
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Swallows land MAJOR new sponsor in bid to topple the big boys
Swallows are expected to announce a major new sponsor later this week that will help the side continue to fight for top honours in SA football.
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Howard University Men’s Basketball Set to Host Notre Dame on MLK Day 2021
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Rwanda: Venutse Gatsinzi - the Meteoric Rise of APR Volleyball Skipper
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Horne, Lutrelle (193?- )
Lutrelle Horne is a producer who worked for Children’s Television Workshop (now Sesame Shop). He was one-time Executive Vice-President of Children’s Television Workshop and Executive Producer and Director of its International
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Phylicia Rashad Faces Backlash for Tweet Supporting Bill Cosby - BNC
By: Alyssa Wilson Acting icon Phylicia Rashad is facing backlash for her tweet in support of Bill Cosby's conviction being overturned and his subsequent release from prison. After the news was announced Wednesday that Cosby would be freed, Rashad tweeted that a 'terrible wrong' had been
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VITRAN Cancels Fixed Route Services July 5; ADA Paratransit Not Affected.
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Bill Cosby Reportedly Exploring Legal Options After Conviction Overturned
Cosby and his wife Camille have conferenced with their lawyers and are possibly weighing the option to file a lawsuit against Montgomery County, the county in Pennsylvania where he stood trial.
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Negro Baseball League Timeline
The Negro Baseball Leagues were professional leagues in the United States for players of African descent. At its height of popularity--from 1920 through World War II--Negro Baseball Leagues were an integral part of African-American life and culture during the Jim Crow
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Wilkinson, Anne Raven (1935- )
In August 1955 at the age of 20, Raven Wilkinson became the first African American woman to receive a contract to dance full time with a major ballet company, the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo of New York City, New York.  She was promoted to soloist during her second season with the troupe, and
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Feb
2
1935
New Black female UK head coach one of seven in SEC -
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Gabrielle Union and Jessica Alba on bossing up with season 2 of 'LA's Finest'
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Lesotho: Firing Manda Is Not Enough for Matlama
[Lesotho Times] When Mosito Matela was appointed Matlama coach four years ago, he brought belief and confidence into a team that had gone eight seasons without winning any silverware.
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Fargo Season 4 teaser: Chris Rock takes on the Italian mafia - African American News Today - EIN News
… is in the past and African-American mob led by him will … between the Italians and the African-Americans. There are knives unsheathed, pistols …
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How NBA Legend Elgin Baylor Saved the Lakers in his Rookie Season - Los Angeles Sentinel
Among the Lakers retired jerseys is the no. 22 jersey which was worn by legendary player Elgin Baylor. He was drafted at a crucial time in the franchise’s history, back when they were the Minneapolis
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The journey continues for Mt. Tabor’s Fernanders - WS Chronicle
The Chronicle has followed young O’Shae Fernanders throughout his freshman year as he transitioned from middle school to high school basketball. Now that he has concluded his first season on the varsity level, he shared his thoughts on the new level of
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Blac Chyna Says NBC Wouldn’t Have Cancelled ‘Rob & Chyna’ If She Were White
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Ex-Reggae Boy sets up US football academy with new Premier League champions - Voice Online
CLAUDE DAVIS,a former stalwart in the heart of Jamaica’s defence for a decade, has followed... The post Ex-Reggae Boy sets up US football academy with new Premier League champions appeared first on Voice Online.
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Rwanda: Small Holder Farmers Seek Fortune in Chia Seeds
[New Times] Most hills of two sectors in Remera and Rurenge, Ngoma District, have turned purple, as blossoms of chia seed crop give farmers a hope of unprecedented income at the end of the season again.
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