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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Unseen Scars: The Hidden History of Medical Bias

The medical field has a complex past, particularly when it comes to the treatment of Black women. The way doctors have viewed and treated Black women's reproductive health has been influenced by historical injustices. The transatlantic slave trade and the early days of gynaecology are linked in ways

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Georgia's Voting Law: A New Chapter in the Election Debate

The Justice Department has been told to drop a lawsuit against Georgia's new voting rules. This decision came from Attorney General Pam Bondi. The lawsuit, filed last year, claimed that the new law made it harder for Black voters to cast their ballots. Bondi argued that the previous administration's

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Mar 26 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise: Ukraine and Russia Clash Over Ceasefire Deals

Ukraine faced a night of chaos as Russian drones struck multiple targets. The city of Kriviy Rih experienced its most significant drone attack since the war began. Russia, however, claimed to have shot down several Ukrainian drones over the Black Sea and other regions. The Kremlin stated that it wou

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Mar 25 2025POLITICS

Black Sea Talks: A Step Towards Peace

The Black Sea has been a hotspot for tension, but recent talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, have shown a glimmer of hope. From March 23 to 25, 2025, experts from the United States and Ukraine met to discuss critical issues. These talks were a follow-up to discussions between the presidents of the two co

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Mar 25 2025SCIENCE

Gulls in the City: Unseen Viral Passengers

The black-headed gull is a familiar sight in Hungary, often seen nesting and feeding in urban areas. This adaptability makes them interesting subjects for studying how viruses might jump between species. Between 2014 and 2018, scientists collected seven fecal samples from these gulls as part of a br

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Mar 22 2025FINANCE

China's Port Sale Stir: BlackRock's Bid Faces Political Heat

The global investment world is abuzz with news that China is not happy about a potential sale. BlackRock, a major U. S. investment firm, is eyeing some key ports. These ports are not just any ports. They are located at both ends of the Panama Canal. The sale could be a game-changer, but China is rai

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Mar 21 2025LIFESTYLE

A Family's Legacy of Luxury in the Caribbean

In the heart of St. George's, Grenada, a story of family and luxury hospitality unfolds. Janelle Hopkin, the President and Managing Director of Spice Island Beach Resort, is a third-generation hotelier. Her journey in the hospitality industry began at 16, when her father insisted she work throughout

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

Panama Ports: China's Strong Reaction to a Big Sale

The Panama Canal is a vital waterway for global trade. It connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, making it a key route for ships. Recently, a major deal involving the ports at either end of the canal has stirred up some controversy. A group of investors, led by the American company BlackRock, ag

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Mar 15 2025SCIENCE

Galaxies Spin in a Surprising Pattern

A recent discovery has left scientists scratching their heads. While looking at images from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, a researcher found something odd. Out of 263 galaxies, two-thirds were spinning clockwise, and only one-third were spinning counterclockwise. This isn't what scientists exp

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Black Women Founders: Build Slow, Learn Fast

Mark Cuban, a billionaire businessman, knows a thing or two about building successful businesses. He's made his fortune by investing in growth-oriented companies. His net worth is now estimated at 5. 7 billion dollars. He has some advice for Black women founders. He says, "Don't look for funding. "

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