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The Ancestors Summon “Smokin'” Joe Frazier, Boxer and Entertainer

• November 8, 2011 • Comments Off

Posted in African American History, American Politics, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Civil Rights/Human Rights, Class, Cultural History, Diabetes, Documentary, Film, Muhammad Ali, Race, Sports
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Rodney King to Marry Former Juror From Civil Suit Trial?

• September 8, 2010 • Comments Off

Posted in African American History, Alcoholism/Drug Abuse, American History, Black People, Class, Crime, Crime-Cops-Injustice, Cultural History, Domestic Violence, Drug Culture/Industry, Hate Crimes, Health, Journalism and Ethics, Mental Health/Psychology, Police Misconduct/Killings, Protestant Denominations, Race, The Mainstream Media (MSM)
Tags: "Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew", "Celebrity Rehab", "Sober House", Addiction, African Americans, Alcoholism, Birdshot Pellets, Blacks, Boxer, Boxing, California, City of Los Angeles, Clean and Sober, Common Sense, Cynthia Kelley, Disease, Domestic Violence, Dr. Drew, Dr. Drew Pinsky, Driving While Drunk, Driving While Intoxicated, DWD, DWI, Growing Up, Jehovah's Witness, Juror No. 5, L.A. Riots, L.A.P.D., Pasadena Recovery Center, PCP, Racism, Radar Online, Rehabilitation, Rialto, Rodney King, San Bernardino, Shotgun, Sobriety, Taser, Taser Gun, Tasering, The Children's Museum of Los Angeles, The Freeway, The Nineties, VH-1

Raw Tiger on February 2009 Cover of “Vanity Fair” w/Update

• January 4, 2010 • Comments Off

Posted in Art, Asians/Asian Pacific/Asian Americans, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Class, Fashion, Journalism and Ethics, Mental Health/Psychology, People of Color, Race, Sexuality, Sports, The Mainstream Media (MSM)
Tags: "Oz", "Vanity Fair", Annie Leibovitz, Boxing, Cover Photo, Eldrick Woods, Half-Naked, Insurance Policy, Jack Johnson, Joe Louis, Jumpoffs, Miss America 1984, Naked, Raw, Sex, Sex Scandal, Shirtless, Sport, Sports, SUV, Suzette Charles, Thug, Tiger Woods, Vanessa Williams, Womanist Musings

A Posthumous Presidential Pardon for Jack Johnson?

• April 1, 2009 • Comments Off

Posted in Barack and Michelle Obama, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, History, Race
Tags: Boxing, Heavyweight Champion, Jack Johnson, John McCain, Ken Burns, Leavenworth, Presidential Pardon, The Mann Act

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Amid the Kale and Corn, Fears of White Supremacy at the Farmers’ Market August 18, 2019
Protests and counterprotests have jolted a market in Indiana where activists now hand out buttons that say “Don’t Buy Veggies From Nazis.”
Ohio Man Charged in Video Threatening Jewish Center, Officials Say August 19, 2019
James Patrick Reardon fired a gun in the video, which described him as a “shooter” of a community center and a “white nationalist.”
‘It’s Not the Same’: Why War Refugees Who Helped Revive St. Louis Are Leaving August 19, 2019
A population of Bosnians, up to 70,000 at its peak, is moving out of the city in search of safer neighborhoods and better opportunities.
When Cities Try to Limit Guns, State Laws Bar the Way August 19, 2019
“Our officers need help, they need help with gun control,” Philadelphia’s mayor said after six police officers were wounded by gunfire. But in most states, the issue is not up to urban leaders.
Why an Heiress Spent Her Fortune Trying to Keep Immigrants Out August 17, 2019
Newly unearthed documents reveal how an environmental-minded socialite became an ardent nativist whose money helped sow the seeds of the Trump anti-immigration agenda.
11 of Our Best Weekend Reads August 16, 2019
A look at the waves of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, the fate of bohemian consumerism and the doctor behind The New York Times Magazine’s “Diagnosis” column.
A Texas-Size Political Scandal Threatens Powerful House Speaker August 17, 2019
Speaker Dennis Bonnen is one of the most influential Republicans in Texas. Did he try to cut a secret deal to undermine members of his own party?
Hong Kong, Afghanistan, Oil Tanker: Your Monday Briefing August 19, 2019
Here’s what you need to know.

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Iran warns US against oil tanker seizure as ship leaves Gibraltar August 19, 2019
Vessel heads to Greece after UK rejects Washington’s request to detain it furtherIran has warned the US against attempting to seize an Iranian oil tanker in open seas after after its release from Gibraltar.The tanker, which ash been caught in a standoff between Tehran and the west, was sailing for Greece on Monday, shipping data showed, hours after the Briti […]
Brexit: Labour could be officially neutral in any second referendum, John McDonnell suggests - live news August 19, 2019
Rolling coverage of the day’s political developments as they happen, including Jeremy Corbyn’s speech on Labour’s vision for Britain 10.08am BST Diane Abbott, the shadow home secretary, says that, like John McDonnell, should would also personally campaign for remain in any second referendum.Great interview by @johnmcdonnellMP on Brexit. He says when there is […]
Trump confirms he is considering attempt to buy Greenland August 18, 2019
President says bid would be ‘essentially a real estate deal’Danish semi-autonomous territory has said it is not for saleDonald Trump has confirmed he is considering an attempt to buy Greenland for strategic reasons, though he said the idea is “not No1 on the burner”. Related: 'Friends, you're going to love Greenland. I was there on 9/11' | Law […]
Ex-Sudan president Omar al-Bashir in court on corruption charges August 19, 2019
High-profile trial could lead to years in prison for deposed rulerOmar al-Bashir, the former president of Sudan, has appeared in court for the first day of a high-profile corruption trial that could result in the deposed autocratic ruler being jailed for many years.The 75-year-old has been in detention since being forced out of power in April when security f […]
India orders Kashmir government staff back to work amid protests August 19, 2019
Troops have reportedly used teargas, chilli grenades and pellets to disperse crowds during weekend of clashesIndian officials have ordered government employees in Kashmir to return to duty and some schools have reopened after a tense weekend of protests in the territory.At least two dozen people were reportedly admitted to hospitals with pellet injuries afte […]
Pig to human heart transplants 'possible within three years' August 19, 2019
Pioneer UK surgeon Sir Terence English says adapted organs could transform treatmentAdapted pig hearts could be transplanted into patients within three years, accordingto a report citing the surgeon who pioneered heart transplantation in the UK.On the 40th anniversary of the first successful heart transplant, Sir Terence English told The Sunday Telegraph tha […]
Insomniacs may be at greater risk of heart failure, study finds August 19, 2019
People genetically predisposed to sleep problems have greater risk of stroke and coronary artery diseasePeople who struggle with sleep might be at greater risk of developing cardiovascular problems, research suggests.Scientists have found that people who are genetically predisposed to insomnia have a greater risk of heart failure, stroke and coronary artery […]
UK restaurant diners snub pasta for hummus and jerk chicken August 18, 2019
Sector declines for sixth successive quarter but chains fare better than independents Restaurant diners are turning their noses up at Indian, Italian and Chinese establishments in favour of Middle Eastern, Caribbean and specialist vegetarian rivals, figures have revealed.The sector’s woes continue, with restaurant numbers falling by 3.4% in the year to the e […]

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Iran tanker row: Detained ship sets sail from Gibraltar August 19, 2019
The ship heads into the Mediterranean after Gibraltar rejected a US request to again seize it.
Kabul wedding blast: Groom has 'lost hope' after deadly attack August 19, 2019
Mirwais Elmi and his bride survived but many relatives are among the 63 killed in Saturday's attack.
A young face scarred by war: The impact of a Syrian air strike one year on August 18, 2019
Jouma and his family were fleeing their home when an air strike hit, leaving him blind aged three.
US man arrested over alleged threat to Ohio Jewish centre August 19, 2019
James Reardon had weapons and white nationalist material at his Ohio home, police said.
Trump plays down fears of US recession August 19, 2019
The US president and his economic adviser Larry Kudlow both say they do not see a recession in the US.
Gran Canaria: 8,000 flee wildfires on holiday island August 19, 2019
The Canary Islands regional president said the fires were out of control.
Kathleen Blanco: Ex-Louisiana governor during Katrina dies aged 76 August 19, 2019
Kathleen Babineaux Blanco, the first woman to serve as the state's governor, dies aged 76.
Big rescue operation in Poland to find trapped cavers August 18, 2019
Explosives might be used to free two cavers trapped since Saturday in the Tatra mountains.