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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
Tags: African Americans, Associated Press, Baptist, Black Women, Blacks, Bobbi Kristina Brown, Bobby Brown, Cissy Houston, Funeral, Gay, Houston, John Russell Houston Jr., Katherine Jackson, Lesbian, LGBT, LiveStream, Love, Marriage, New Hope Baptist Church, New Jersey, Newark, Newark New Jersey, Newark NJ, Peter Tatchell, Robyn Crawford, Self Image, Self-Worth, Sex, Tell All Book, The Eighties, The Nineties, United States, Whitney Houston

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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The New York Times

DeSantis Takes On the Education Establishment, and Builds His Brand February 1, 2023
A proposal by Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida to overhaul higher education would mandate courses in Western civilization, eliminate diversity programs and reduce the protections of tenure.
As Officers Beat Tyre Nichols, a Crime-Prevention Camera Watched Over Them February 1, 2023
A SkyCop camera in Memphis provided overhead footage that was instrumental in shaping the public’s understanding of what unfolded.
Memphis to Gather in Grief at Tyre Nichols’s Funeral February 1, 2023
His death after he was beaten by the police inspired anger and sorrow across the country. His family remembers him as a “beautiful soul.”
A Small Boat, a Vast Sea and a Desperate Escape From Russia January 29, 2023
In September, two men set out from Russia, hoping a boat could carry them to asylum on U.S. soil. Their quest for freedom did not go as planned.
The College Board Strips Down Its A.P. Curriculum for African American Studies February 1, 2023
After criticism from Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida, the official course looks different: No more critical race theory, and the study of contemporary topics — like Black Lives Matter — is optional.
More Than 500,000 Acres of Public Land in California Are Inaccessible to the Public February 1, 2023
Until recently, the existence of these lands was largely unknown.
Policing the Wrong Way February 1, 2023
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Bias Played Part in F.B.I.’s Jan. 6 Failure, Documents Suggest February 1, 2023
The F.B.I. appeared to be blinded by a lack of imagination, a narrow focus on “lone wolf” offenders and a misguided belief that the threat from the far left was as great as that from the far right, new congressional documents show.

The Guardian, UK

‘Suspicious death’ of Rwandan journalist prompts calls for investigation January 31, 2023
Two weeks on from the death of government critic John Williams Ntwali, police have failed to answer questions over the alleged road accident in which they say he was killedCalls are growing for an investigation into the apparent accidental death two weeks ago of a prominent Rwandan journalist and government critic.John Williams Ntwali, a regular critic of th […]
Violence in Nigeria risks derailing forthcoming presidential elections January 31, 2023
At least 50 attacks against staff and facilities of the electoral commission have been recorded between 2019 election and end of 2022Routine violence in south-east Nigeria including attacks on the offices of the electoral commission threatens to derail next month’s presidential elections, experts have said.At least 50 attacks by armed groups against staff an […]
Eight people shot dead at birthday party in South Africa January 30, 2023
Sunday’s attack in Eastern Cape province highlights country’s problems with violent crimeEight people were killed and three others wounded when gunmen opened fire at a birthday party in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, local officials said. Continue reading...
Pope and Justin Welby to visit South Sudan amid tensions over LGBTQ+ rights January 29, 2023
Head of Anglican church in South Sudan said archbishop of Canterbury was ‘failing to defend biblical truth’Pope Francis and the archbishop of Canterbury will begin a historic joint visit to South Sudan on Friday against the backdrop of potential tensions over LGBTQ+ rights.The leaders of the global Roman Catholic and Anglican churches, whose numbers are grow […]
Weather tracker: Cheneso restrengthens to bring flooding to Madagascar January 27, 2023
Tropical storm upgraded to cyclone status, hitting Indian Ocean island with 75mph winds and intense rainfallMadagascar continued to be hit by intense rainfall this week, resulting in serious flooding and several landslides. Severe Tropical Storm Cheneso made landfall in the north-east last week, and had weakened as it pushed south-west across the island. But […]
US military raid kills key Islamic State regional leader in Somalia, officials say January 26, 2023
Bilal al-Sudani, ‘responsible for fostering the growing presence of IS in Africa’, was killed in strike approved by Joe BidenA US military raid in Somalia ordered by President Joe Biden this week killed a key regional leader of the Islamic State group, Bilal al-Sudani, according to US officials.Sudani was killed on Wednesday during a gunfight after US troops […]
Key suspects in killing of Haiti president Jovenel Moïse ‘sent to US for trial’ February 1, 2023
Investigations in Haiti have reached a virtual standstill after threats and intimidation against judgesFour key suspects in the killing of the Haitian president Jovenel Moïse were transferred to the US for prosecution, according to officials, as the case stagnates in Haiti amid death threats against local judges.The suspects in custody include James Solages, […]
Canada: PM’s residence is falling to bits – but who’s willing to pay for repairs? January 31, 2023
The once grand 24 Sussex Drive in Ottawa, with leaky roof and mould after decades of negligence, is in dire need of an upgradeOnce home to Canada’s powerful lumber barons, 24 Sussex Drive, tucked away in a forested enclave of the capital, is one of the country’s most symbolically important homes.But decades of negligence have left the official residence of t […]

The BBC

Missing radioactive capsule found in Australia February 1, 2023
Emergency services "literally found the needle in the haystack", authorities have said.
NFL great Tom Brady retires 'for good' February 1, 2023
Legendary quarterback and seven-time Super Bowl winner Tom Brady says he is retiring after 23 seasons in the NFL.
Myanmar coup anniversary: 'Silent strike' marks two years of military rule February 1, 2023
Protesters urge the public to stay at home as the military is hit by new Western sanctions.
Andrew Tate: Influencer appears in court to appeal against detention February 1, 2023
The controversial influencer has been held alongside his brother since December.
Jovenel Moise: Four suspects in Haiti leader's killing sent to US February 1, 2023
The men are the latest to be charged over the 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moise.
Pope Francis in DR Congo: A million celebrate Kinshasa Mass February 1, 2023
This is said to be the second largest Mass Pope Francis has held, after one in the Philippines in 2015.
Tyre Nichols family demand justice on eve of funeral February 1, 2023
US Vice-President Kamala Harris will be among crowds of mourners who are expected to attend the ceremony.
Russia in Africa: How disinformation operations target the continent February 1, 2023
The man behind a new pro-Kremlin social media network tells the BBC he wants Africa to embrace Russia.