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Spike Lee Returns with a New Documentary About New Orleans (and the Oil-Soaked Gulf) Five Years After Katrina on HBO

• August 19, 2010 • Comments Off

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Parts of The Saints’ Victory Parade You Missed…

• February 10, 2010 • Comments Off

Posted in Celebrities/Royals, Holidays, Love, New Orleans, Sports, Television, The Super Bowl
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NOLA Native Harry Connick Doesn’t Like Blackface Humor

• October 8, 2009 • 2 Comments

Posted in Aborigines/Blacks, Australia, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Class, Education, History, New Orleans, People of Color, Race, Reality Shows, Television, The Rest of the World
Tags: "Hey Hey It's Saturday Night", Aborigines, Afro Wigs, Anand Deva, Australia, Bandleader, Blackface, Blacks, Common Sense, Darky Iconography, Guest Judge, Harry Connick Jr., Horizontal Oppression, Michael Jackson, MInstrelsy, New Orleans, New Orleans LA, NOLA, Pianist, Racism, Reality Show, The Jackson Jive

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The New York Times

Will the Coronavirus Kill What’s Left of Americans’ Faith in Washington? May 23, 2020
In 2019, just 17 percent of Americans said they trusted the federal government to do the right thing. The pandemic appears to be eroding their faith even more.
Why Is the SAT Falling Out of Favor? May 24, 2020
The University of California will no longer use SAT and ACT scores in admissions decisions. Critics say the tests put less wealthy students at a disadvantage.
Investigators Say One Man Shot Ahmaud Arbery. Why Are Three Charged With Murder? May 23, 2020
The authorities said Travis McMichael fired the fatal shots, yet his father and a neighbor also are charged with murder in connection with Mr. Arbery’s death.
Lori Loughlin Pleads Guilty via Zoom in College Admissions Case May 22, 2020
As part of an agreement with prosecutors, Ms. Loughlin, the Hollywood actress, is expected to receive a two-month prison sentence.
Hana Kimura, Japanese Wrestler and Star of Netflix Series, Dies at 22 May 24, 2020
She was featured on the reality series “Terrace House: Tokyo.’’
'Out' by Pixar Features Studio’s First Gay Main Character May 24, 2020
The animated film follows a gay man’s journey into acceptance as he prepares to move into a city with his boyfriend.
Trump Promotes Posts From Racist and Sexist Twitter Feed May 24, 2020
On a somber Memorial Day weekend, the president did not mention the mounting coronavirus toll and instead retweeted personal attacks on his political rivals.
June Willenz, Champion of Women in the Military, Dies at 95 May 24, 2020
She didn’t serve in the military herself. But she saw the armed services denying equal benefits to female veterans, and she crusaded to make a difference.

The Guardian, UK

Johnson's defence of Cummings sparks anger from allies and opponents alike May 24, 2020
Possible police investigation of aide is latest in series of Guardian disclosures that have rocked the governmentCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageBoris Johnson has staked his political reputation on saving the career of Dominic Cummings, amid growing anger among Conservative MPs that the No 10 chief adviser has not been forced out […]
Coronavirus live news: Austria's president apologises for curfew breach May 24, 2020
France asks citizens to avoid foreign trips; US likely to impose travel restrictions on Brazil; Afghanistan cases top 10,000Austrian president apologises for breaching curfewCoronavirus latest: at a glance 11.42pm BST French authorities reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths on Sunday since before a lockdown began on 17 March, r […]
Jair Bolsonaro branded a 'killer' during hot dog trip as Covid-19 death toll soars May 24, 2020
Brazilian president subject to public anger after stepping out in Brasilia on fast food errandCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageThe Brazilian president, Jair Bolsonaro, was branded a “killer” by his opponents as he popped out for a Saturday night hot dog on the day a further 965 of his citizens were reported to have died from Covid- […]
Sweden 'wrong' not to shut down, says former state epidemiologist May 24, 2020
Scientist who oversaw the response to Sars says country has failed the vulnerableCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageThe predecessor of Sweden’s state epidemiologist has broken her silence on the country’s controversial coronavirus strategy, saying she now believes the authorities should have put in place tougher restrictions in the e […]
Benjamin Netanyahu appears in court on corruption charges May 24, 2020
Israeli PM could face more than a decade in prison if convicted in three separate casesDefiantly railing against attempts to “overthrow” him before donning a face mask to enter court, Benjamin Netanyahu sat for the first day of his high-profile corruption trial, which threatens to put Israel’s longest-serving leader behind bars and open deep divisions within […]
'Horror show': critics hope Bolsonaro's foul tirade could end rule May 23, 2020
Brazilians horrified by lack of focus on Covid-19, which has now killed more than 21,000 Coronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageJair Bolsonaro swore 34 times during a two-hour cabinet meeting some think could help bring his four-year term to a premature end.“If [the left] had taken power in 1964 we’d be fucked,” Brazil’s pro-dictatorship […]
Beijing to impose Hong Kong security laws 'without delay' May 24, 2020
China says it will rush through anti-sedition law as police fire teargas at protestersBeijing has vowed to force controversial national security laws on Hong Kong “without the slightest delay” as police in the semi-autonomous territory fired teargas at protesters demonstrating against the unprecedented decision.Speaking in Beijing, China’s foreign minister, […]
New Zealand earthquake: PM Jacinda Ardern live on TV in Wellington as North Island hit May 24, 2020
Ardern said she could feel ‘quite a decent shake here’ as the 5.8 quake struck during a live interviewNew Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was broadcast reacting live on television during a 5.8 magnitude earthquake in Wellington on Monday morning.The strong earthquake was centred 30km north west of Levin, a town around an hour’s drive north of the count […]

The BBC

Netanyahu trial: Israeli prime minister faces Jerusalem court May 24, 2020
The country is gripped by the spectacle of a serving leader being tried for the first time.
Hong Kong police fire tear gas as protesters decry China security law plan May 24, 2020
Thousands rally in Hong Kong for the first time since China announced plans for a new security law.
Coronavirus: US suspends travel from Brazil for foreigners May 24, 2020
Brazil has recently become a new coronavirus hotspot with more than 300,000 known cases.
South African President Ramaphosa says outbreak will get worse May 24, 2020
Cyril Ramaphosa said the worst is still ahead while announcing an ease in lockdown measures.
Western Australia hit by 'once-in-a-decade' storm May 24, 2020
The country's entire western coast is expected to be affected by torrential rain and massive waves.
Coronavirus: China accuses US of spreading 'conspiracies' May 24, 2020
The country's top diplomat hits out at Washington - raising tensions between the two world powers.
Coronavirus in South Africa: Outbreak closes Mponeng gold mine May 24, 2020
South Africa's Mponeng gold mine only resumed operations in April following a national lockdown.
Afghanistan: Taliban prisoner release amid Eid al-Fitr ceasefire May 24, 2020
The government says up to 2,000 prisoners will be freed, after the Islamist group proposed a truce.