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Trainwreck: Fantasia Barrino

• August 31, 2010 • 4 Comments

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“Flow Celebration” Mourns Mother-Daughter Murder Victims in Madison

• December 12, 2009 • Comments Off

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How Republicans Are Weaponizing Critical Race Theory Ahead of Midterms October 22, 2021
Republicans hope that concerns about critical race theory can help them in the midterm elections. The issue has torn apart one Wisconsin suburb.
Blackfeet Nation Mourns Longtime Leader Chief Earl Old Person October 24, 2021
Over four days in Montana, members honored Chief Earl Old Person, who led the tribe and preserved its history for more than 60 years.
Mohamed Noor Receives Shorter Sentence in Fatal Shooting of Justine Ruszczyk October 21, 2021
Mohamed Noor shot a resident who had called 911 seeking help. His conviction was seen as a rare example of an officer facing serious consequences for an unjustified shooting.
Ashley M. Jones Is Named Poet Laureate in Alabama October 21, 2021
Ashley M. Jones, whose latest collection is called “Reparations Now!,” is unflinching in her criticism of those in power and the myriad inequalities in American life.
White House to Name Rosenworcel as F.C.C.’s First Female Leader October 26, 2021
Jessica Rosenworcel, the acting chairwoman of the powerful regulator, campaigned vigorously for a permanent appointment.
Biden and Democrats Push for Budget Deal This Week as Rifts Remain October 25, 2021
Negotiators were closing in on a deal that could spend around $1.75 trillion, but lawmakers were still haggling over critical disagreements on the sprawling social policy bill.
Boise Mall Shooting: At Least 2 Killed and 5 Injured October 26, 2021
A police officer was among those injured at Boise Towne Square in Idaho, and a suspect was critically injured in a shootout with the police.
A Victim of John Wayne Gacy Is Identified 4 Decades Later October 25, 2021
For years, some of the victims of John Wayne Gacy had gone unidentified. DNA and expanding genealogical databases allowed officials to identify a victim this month.

The Guardian, UK

Australia commits to 2050 net zero emissions plan but with no detail and no modelling October 26, 2021
Prime minister Scott Morrison says ‘technology breakthroughs’ will help country meet reductions targets but Labor calls plan a ‘scam’ based on a ‘vibe’Get our free news app; get our morning email briefingThe Australian prime minister, Scott Morrison, has released the government’s plan to reach net zero emissions by 2050 and updated Australia’s 2030 projectio […]
Sudan coup: US condemns military takeover as protests rage into second day October 26, 2021
Criticism of the military mounts as the UN is expected to call an emergency meeting to discuss the crisisThe United States has “strongly” condemned the leaders of Sudan’s military coup as the United Nations planned an emergency meeting on the crisis and protests entered a second day.After clashes between pro-democracy protesters and security forces left at l […]
Liverpool headteachers describe ‘sinister’ tactics of anti-vaxx protesters October 26, 2021
Groups have entered secondary schools to serve quasi-legal documents and filmed the encounter to post on social mediaCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageHeadteachers have described the “sinister” intimidation tactics being used by protesters against the vaccination against Covid of teenagers in schools.“It started with a few emails fr […]
‘Dictating what is Indian’: backlash over Urdu phrase in fashion advert October 26, 2021
Fabindia brand ad taken down after BJP claims use of Urdu was offensive to Hindu majorityReleased just as festival season is kicking off across India, it looked like your average advert for festive attire. Models posed, resplendent in red and gold, showing off the newest collection by Fabindia that was said to “pay homage to Indian culture”.Yet, in just a ma […]
Amazon to host classified material for MI5, MI6 and GCHQ October 26, 2021
Agreement signed with Amazon Web Services to host classified material in cloud system, reports FTThe UK’s spy agencies have reportedly given a contract to Amazon Web Services (AWS) to host classified material in a deal aimed at boosting the use of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) for espionage.The Financial Times reported that the UK’s signals […]
Halyna Hutchins mourned amid anger at Hollywood ‘cutting corners’ on sets October 25, 2021
Somber vigil charged with subdued rage over conditions that many lower-paid crew believe were linked to cinematographer’s deathA public vigil for the slain cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in Los Angeles on Sunday evening served both as an unofficial memorial event and an outlet for anger over working conditions in Hollywood that many lower-paid crew believe […]
Regulating indigenous medicine in Mexico ‘could violate rights’ October 26, 2021
Academics and traditional medical groups warn against proposed legislation to grant state authority to control practiceProposed legislation that would grant the Mexican state authority to regulate and control the practice of indigenous medicine could violate the country’s constitution and international conventions on the rights of ancestral communities, acad […]
Bat ‘winning by quite a lot’ in New Zealand’s Bird of the Year contest October 26, 2021
Trailing the bat in second place was the kākāpō – a large, flightless parrot and the competition’s reigning champ from last yearNew Zealand’s native birds have long been threatened by mammalian arrivals. Now, they are being thrashed by a mammal in the one arena that they might have expected dominance – the country’s annual bird of the year competition.The el […]

The BBC

Climate change: Australia pledges net zero emissions by 2050 October 26, 2021
The target controversially omits new short-term goals and cuts to fossil fuel industries.
Sudan coup: Protests continue after military takeover October 26, 2021
Defiant protesters stay on the streets despite soldiers opening fire on crowds opposed to the coup.
Covid: Biden sets new rules as air travel to the US reopens October 25, 2021
All foreign travellers to the US will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative test.
Japan's Princess Mako finally marries commoner boyfriend Kei Komuro October 26, 2021
She will lose her royal status and has declined a $1.3m payment for leaving the family.
Chappelle slams cancel culture amid Netflix transgender furore October 26, 2021
"I am not bending to anybody's demands," says the US comic of the transgender backlash he faces.
Blue Origin: Jeff Bezos unveils plans for 'space business park' October 26, 2021
His space company Blue Origin hopes its venture will replace the International Space Station.
Signs of first planet found outside our galaxy October 25, 2021
Astronomers have found hints of what could be the first planet ever to be discovered outside our galaxy.
Afghan baby girl sold for $500 by starving family October 25, 2021
The BBC’s Yogita Limaye witnesses first-hand the extreme poverty engulfing millions in Afghanistan.