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Whitney Houston: The Daughter, The Singer, Her Life and Her Lover(s)

• March 11, 2012 • 4 Comments

Posted in Alcoholism/Drug Abuse, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Celebrity Children, Class, Cultural History, Drug Overdoses, Health, Journalism and Ethics, Love, Mental Health/Psychology, Protestant Denominations, Sexuality, Television Series, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Whitney Houston, Women
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Chris Rock at L.A.’s Comedy Store Riffs About Being Invited to the President’s 50th Birthday Party

• March 9, 2012 • Comments Off

Posted in American Politics, Barack and Michelle Obama, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Class, Comedy, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Women
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Bobbi Kristina Brown Was Said to Have Disappeared For Hours and Was Found Doing Dope After Whitney’s Funeral

• February 19, 2012 • 2 Comments

Posted in Accidental Death/Death by Misadventure, African American History, Alcoholism/Drug Abuse, American History, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Celebrity Children, Class, Cultural History, Drug Culture/Industry, Health, Love, Mental Health/Psychology, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Whitney Houston
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Whitney’s Funeral to be Livestreamed Saturday from New Hope Baptist Church…and More

• February 16, 2012 • 1 Comment

Posted in Accidental Death/Death by Misadventure, African American History, American History, Aretha Franklin, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Celebrity Children, Class, Cultural History, Emmys/Grammys/Oscars/Globes, Health, Journalism and Ethics, Love, Mental Health/Psychology, Michael Jackson, Protestant Denominations, Religion, Sexuality, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Whitney Houston, Women
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Whitney’s Family Told That It Was Drugs and Alcohol That Killed Her, Not Drowning

• February 13, 2012 • 10 Comments

Posted in Accidental Death/Death by Misadventure, African American History, Alcoholism/Drug Abuse, American History, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Class, Cultural History, Daily AM/PM Talk Shows, Drug Culture/Industry, Emmys/Grammys/Oscars/Globes, Health, Mental Health/Psychology, Music, Protestant Denominations, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Wendy Williams, Whitney Houston, Women
Tags: Accidental Death, African Americans, Alprazolam, Beverly Hills Police Department, Black Women, Blacks, California, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, CPR, Drug Abuse, Drug Addiction, Funeral, Houston, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles County California, Los Angeles County Coroner's Office, Mary Jones, Michael Jackson, New Jersey, Prescription Drugs, TMZ.com, United States, Valium, Wendy Williams, Whitney, Whitney Houston, Xanax

The Ancestors Have Taken Whitney Houston, 48 (w/Update)

• February 11, 2012 • 2 Comments

Posted in Accidental Death/Death by Misadventure, Acting, African American History, Alcoholism/Drug Abuse, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Class, Cultural History, Drug Overdoses, Film, Health, Love, Race, Sexuality, Suicide, Whitney Houston, Women
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Confusion on the Border as Appeals Court Rules Against Trump’s ‘Remain in Mexico’ Policy February 29, 2020
The court upheld an injunction blocking a policy that requires asylum applicants to wait in Mexico until their cases are decided. But a stay on the order means the policy could remain in effect.
Solano County Residents Near Mystery Coronavirus Case Worry and Wonder February 29, 2020
Officials in California, Oregon and Washington State said on Friday that people had tested positive for the coronavirus without a known explanation for how they became ill.
Why This Trump-Leaning Corner of South Carolina Has the Jitters February 28, 2020
The Upstate region, which has been transformed by global trade, is frustrated by the president’s tariffs and wary of a Democratic front-runner who embraces democratic socialism.
Immigrants Could Face Nearly $1,000 Charge to Appeal Deportation Orders February 28, 2020
The Justice Department proposal would bring new obstacles to immigrants hoping to win legal status in the United States.
Making Pitch to Voters, Bloomberg Peddles His Experience in a Crisis February 29, 2020
Michael R. Bloomberg is trying to highlight the part of his record that conveys the competence and cool-headedness he says are missing in the White House.
Coronavirus Fears Reverberate Across Global Economy February 29, 2020
The stock market had its worst week since 2008, signaling that one of the longest expansions in history could be ending. Policymakers said they were ready to act.
At CPAC, It’s Now an All-Trump Show February 29, 2020
At the annual gathering of conservatives, one Republican was conspicuously absent among the Trump supporters — Mitt Romney. The conference organizer said he had been disinvited.
Trump Taps John Ratcliffe for Director of National Intelligence February 29, 2020
It is not clear if the Republican congressman from Texas, whose name was floated for the post last year, can win Senate confirmation.

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Nato expresses 'full solidarity' with Turkey over Syria airstrikes February 28, 2020
Military alliance could strengthen reconnaissance missions to limit threat from Russian planesNato allies will consider strengthening Ankara’s air defences in response to the strike that killed 33 Turkish troops in rebel-held Syria overnight, following an emergency meeting of the military alliance in Brussels on Friday.Turkey had also called for western coun […]
Naomi Seibt: 'anti-Greta' activist called white nationalist an inspiration February 28, 2020
German teenager spoke at an event at US rightwing conference CPACA young campaigner who has been hailed by climate sceptics as the right’s answer to Greta Thunberg has previously described a white nationalist who appeared to promote “white genocide” theories as one of her “inspirations”.Naomi Seibt, a 19-year-old from Münster, Germany, who styles herself as […]
Malaysia's Mahathir says he will stand again for PM February 29, 2020
Coalition with Anwar Ibrahim appears to be back on after week of political turmoilMahathir Mohamad has said he will stand again for Malaysian prime minister on behalf of the former ruling coalition, less than a week after quitting and plunging the country into political turmoil.That meant Mahathir – who as interim prime minister is the world’s oldest governm […]
Welsh woman declares vindication after ‘guerrilla rewilding’ court case February 29, 2020
Sioned Jones convicted of stealing logs after 20 years of felling non-native trees in CorkSioned Jones used to adore the landscape and wildlife of her adopted home in Bantry, a bucolic region in west Cork on Ireland’s Atlantic coast. She planted vegetables and herbs, foraged for nuts and berries and observed birds, insects, frogs and lizards.Then, on land ab […]
UC Santa Cruz fires 54 graduate students participating in months-long strike February 29, 2020
Termination letters were sent to those students protesting for a cost-of-living adjustment amid California’s housing crisisThe University of California, Santa Cruz, issued termination letters on Friday to 54 graduate students who have been waging a months-long strike for a cost-of-living-adjustment amid soaring rents.The firings came as graduate students at […]
Roman Polanski wins best director at French 'Oscars' amid protests February 28, 2020
Activists protest against director who pleaded guilty to statutory rape in US but fled before sentencingPolice and protesters clashed briefly outside the French “Oscars” ceremony on Friday evening as the Franco-Polish film director Roman Polanski was awarded the prize for best director.Immediately after the announcement there was shouting and booing among th […]
Canada mining firm accused of slavery abroad can be sued at home, supreme court rules February 28, 2020
Case brought by three Eritreans against Nevsun Resources can continue as companies operating overseas face new legal riskA Vancouver-based mining company can be sued in Canada for alleged human rights abuses overseas including allegations of modern slavery, Canada’s supreme court has ruled.The decision means three Eritreans who filed a civil suit against Nev […]
Asia Bibi: Pakistani woman jailed for blasphemy claims asylum in France February 28, 2020
Emmanuel Macron invites Christian who spent eight years on death row to live in country Asia Bibi, the Pakistani Christian woman who spent eight years on death row on blasphemy charges, has filed an initial application for asylum in France and been invited to live in the country by Emmanuel Macron.But speaking after a meeting with the French president in the […]

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Coronavirus: South Korea sees its largest rise in coronavirus cases February 29, 2020
The country has almost 600 new confirmed coronavirus cases, bringing the total to 2,931.
Roman Polanski: Walkout as he wins best director at 'French Oscars' February 29, 2020
Several actresses leave 'French Oscars' ceremony after Roman Polanski wins prize for best director.
Asia Bibi: I always believed I would be freed February 28, 2020
The Pakistani Christian woman acquitted of blasphemy after years on death row says she hopes to one day return to Pakistan.
Leap Year: What it's like being born on 29 February? February 29, 2020
People around the world tell us what it's like being born on 29 February.
Trump urges Afghans to seize opportunity for peace February 28, 2020
A deal will be signed with the Taliban on Saturday as the US prepares to exit Afghanistan.
Fish oil supplements offer 'little or no benefit' against cancer February 29, 2020
Research suggests omega-3 supplements may not be as beneficial as previously suggested.
Paris Gare de Lyon: Fire at station amid DR Congo concert protest February 28, 2020
Police said there had been "unacceptable incidents" linked to a Congolese singer's concert.
Slovakia election: Double murder haunts voters February 29, 2020
The murder of journalist Jan Kuciak and his fiancée convulsed Slovak politics.