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What Obamacare Means for Blacks, Latinos and Other Communities of Color

• July 4, 2012 • Comments Off

Posted in American History, American Politics, Black People, Class, Education, Health, Health Care/The Public Option, History, Love, National Issues, Obama Administration, People of Color, Race, Race and the Health Care Debate, The Tea Party Movement, Wisconsin, Women
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Satoshi Kanazawa May Lose His Job Over His “Psychology Today” Article That ‘Black Women Are Less Attractive’ Than Other Women (And He Should)

• May 26, 2011 • 3 Comments

Posted in Aborigines/Blacks, African American History, Africans, American History, Black Britons/British Caribbean, Black People, Class, Cultural History, Education, European History, Haitians/Francophone Caribbean, Mental Health/Psychology, People of Color, Race, Sexuality, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Womanism, Women
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That Office Depot Commercial About A Baker Who Wins The Organization Battle As Well As A Reality Show

• February 2, 2011 • Comments Off

Posted in Class, Commercials, Cooking, Cultural History, Reality Shows, Television
Tags: "Baker Battles", "Top Chef", Asian American, Asian Americans, Asian Cuisine, Baker Death Match, Baking, Beth, Cable Channel, Cooking, Cuisine, Culinary Arts, Cupcake, Office Depot, Race and ethnicity in the United States Census, Reality Show, Recipe, Television, United States

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Trump Campaign Floods Web With Ads, Raking In Cash as Democrats Struggle October 20, 2019
That campaigns are now being fought largely online campaign is hardly a revelation, yet only one political party seems to have gotten the message.
Fort Worth Police Have More Violence to Answer For, Residents Say October 20, 2019
Black residents of the city complained about mistreatment by the police long before Atatiana Jefferson’s death. “I never was supposed to be arrested,” said one woman. “I was the caller.”
3 Soldiers Killed in Training Accident at Fort Stewart in Georgia, Official Says October 20, 2019
The soldiers were in a Bradley Fighting Vehicle that rolled over into water. Three other soldiers were hurt.
Dramatic Footage Shows Coach Disarming and Then Hugging Student October 20, 2019
A security expert said of the coach’s actions: “I think it says a lot about his character. It’s a remarkable feat.”
Emmett Till Memorial Has a New Sign. This Time, It’s Bulletproof. October 20, 2019
The sign, which is the fourth to replace others that were vandalized, is made of steel and weighs 500 pounds.
Tropical Storm Nestor Leaves Path of Destruction in Florida October 19, 2019
A string of tornadoes, some with winds of 120 miles per hour, uprooted trees, overturned vehicles and ripped off roofs.
American Prosecutor Is Fatally Shot in Micronesia After Her Daily Run October 17, 2019
The F.B.I. is investigating the death of a lawyer who was shot three times outside her home.
Cruise Line Bars Woman Who Climbed on Balcony Railing for Selfie October 20, 2019
The episode is emblematic of the selfie culture in which some people have died trying to get the ultimate photo.

The Guardian, UK

Kurdish fighters leave Syrian border town, giving Turkey control October 20, 2019
Evacuation part of US-brokered ceasefire, as Nancy Pelosi leads congressional visit to regionKurdish officials say their fighters have evacuated Ras al-Ayn, giving Turkey and its allies control of one of the border cities that has borne the brunt of fighting since Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw US troops from north-eastern Syria.The Turkish defence mini […]
Spain's deputy PM tells Catalan president to 'stop telling impossible lies' October 20, 2019
Carmen Calvo says Quim Torra should go further in condemning violence by separatist protestersSpain’s deputy prime minister has told the Catalan president to “stop lying” to the region by promising independence, and accused rightwing Spanish parties of “irresponsibility, disloyalty and selfishness” as the country reels from a week of violent protests across […]
World economy is sleepwalking into a new financial crisis, warns Mervyn King October 20, 2019
Past crashes spawned new thinking and reform but nothing has changed since 2008 banking meltdown, says former Bank of England bossLarry Elliott: The global economy needs to change fastThe world is sleepwalking towards a fresh economic and financial crisis that will have devastating consequences for the democratic market system, according to the former Bank o […]
Mick Mulvaney seeks Trump damage control over impeachment and more October 20, 2019
Chief of staff defends Doral G7 fiasco and own Ukraine remarksNancy Pelosi visits Jordan to discuss Turkey Syria incursionSenior Trump administration officials were on Sunday scrambling to defend the president from escalating domestic and foreign policy scandals, ranging from impeachment proceedings in Washington to the US troop withdrawal in northern Syria. […]
Meghan: I was warned the British tabloids would destroy my life October 20, 2019
Royal speaks of struggling to cope with her new life in interview for ITV documentaryThe Duchess of Sussex has revealed she was warned before her marriage to Prince Harry that the British tabloids would “destroy” her life, as she spoke of struggling to cope with the reality of being part of the royal family.In an interview for the ITV documentary Harry & […]
Lebanon's mass revolt against corruption and poverty continues October 20, 2019
Dissent gains momentum with country’s largest protests since Cedar revolution of 2005The largest protests in Lebanon in 14 years are set to shut down the country for a fifth day on Monday, as a revolt against a weak government, ailing services and a looming economic collapse continues to gain momentum.Demonstrators took to the streets of most urban centres o […]
Award-winning columnist Deborah Orr dies aged 57 October 20, 2019
Former Guardian Weekend editor remembered by friends and colleagues as ‘one of the cleverest, most unconventional, most fearless people’ Deborah Orr, the award-winning journalist and author prized by friends and colleagues for her fierce honesty, inspiring work and barefoot dancing, has died of cancer at the age of 57.Her death was confirmed by her family, w […]
Trump surprised by backlash to plan to host G7 at his Doral resort October 20, 2019
Acting chief of staff, Mick Mulvaney, says president ‘still considers himself to be in the hospitality business’Donald Trump has been forced into a humiliating climbdown over plans to host the next G7 meeting at his own luxury resort, following a political outcry. Related: 'Meltdown': Donald Trump's week of intense political peril Continue rea […]

The BBC

US troops leaving Syria will go to Iraq, says Pentagon chief October 20, 2019
The withdrawal of US forces paved the way for a Turkish military offensive against Kurdish fighters.
Swiss election: Green parties 'make historic gains' October 20, 2019
Greens make major election gains as the anti-immigration SVP suffers a setback, projections show.
Hong Kong: Petrol bombs tossed at police in latest protest October 20, 2019
Thousands take part in a banned march that turns violent as hardcore protesters clash with police.
Trump 'considers himself in the hospitality business' - Mick Mulvaney October 20, 2019
The chief of staff spoke after the US president dropped plans to host next year's G7 summit at his resort.
Madrid taken over by hundreds of sheep for annual festival October 20, 2019
More than 2,000 animals parade through the Spanish capital for a traditional festival.
Qantas completes test of longest non-stop passenger flight October 20, 2019
The New York to Sydney flight is part of research on how ultra-long haul journeys affect our bodies.
Bernie Sanders hosts rally in New York following heart attack October 20, 2019
Bernie Sanders, 78, marks his return to campaigning by hosting a rally in Queens, New York.
Chile protests: Three dead in supermarket fire as clashes continue October 20, 2019
The protests were sparked by a rise in metro fares, which has since been suspended.