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How Dollar Stores Are Crushing Already-Struggling Communities
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How Dollar Stores Are Crushing Already-Struggling Communities

Omar L. Gallaga Mar 6, 2023

Citing crime and lack of good food options, some towns are telling Dollar General and others they're not wanted

Chris Rock Is Back Saturday Night and He WILL Talk About That
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Chris Rock Is Back Saturday Night and He WILL Talk About That

Omar L. Gallaga Mar 3, 2023

The rare live Netflix special is called 'Selective Outrage'. Get your popcorn ready.

The GOP Is Going After Drag Shows, Starting in Tennessee
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The GOP Is Going After Drag Shows, Starting in Tennessee

Omar L. Gallaga Mar 3, 2023

A new state law tries to restrict “adult cabaret performances” from public view despite governor's apparent cross-dressing past

Colon Cancer Is Affecting Younger People and We Don't Know Why
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Colon Cancer Is Affecting Younger People and We Don't Know Why

Omar L. Gallaga Mar 2, 2023

Overall rates are down, but among those under 55, more advanced forms are appearing more often

Hundreds of BLM Protesters Will Get $21,500 in NYPD Settlement
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Hundreds of BLM Protesters Will Get $21,500 in NYPD Settlement

Omar L. Gallaga Mar 2, 2023

About 300 people were victims of 'kettling' by police during a 2020 protest in the Bronx

Artificial Sweetener Erythritol Might Be Worse Than the Sugar You're Avoiding
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Artificial Sweetener Erythritol Might Be Worse Than the Sugar You're Avoiding

Omar L. Gallaga Mar 1, 2023

The 'natural' sugar substitute may be linked to increased heart attack and stroke risk, study says

Another Black Man Falsely Accused Thanks to Facial-Recognition Technology
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Another Black Man Falsely Accused Thanks to Facial-Recognition Technology

Omar L. Gallaga Mar 1, 2023

Maryland is considering restricting the tech, which sometimes misidentifies those with darker skin as potential suspects

'The Blackening' Trailer Pokes Fun at Horror Film Clichés
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'The Blackening' Trailer Pokes Fun at Horror Film Clichés

Omar L. Gallaga Mar 1, 2023

The spooky satire will hit theaters Juneteenth weekend. Watch the trailer here.

50 Years of Black Horror Characters Who Didn't See the End Credits
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50 Years of Black Horror Characters Who Didn't See the End Credits

Shane Paul Neil Mar 1, 2023

The vast history of Black horror cinema is paved with a who’s who of victims. Here are some of the most memorable casualties.

Guess Which Billionaire Is Sticking Up for Racism-Spewing 'Dilbert' Cartoonist
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Guess Which Billionaire Is Sticking Up for Racism-Spewing 'Dilbert' Cartoonist

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 27, 2023

Yup, Elon Musk thinks the media—not Scott Adams—is racist

If You’re Black and American, Your Future Will Likely Include Hurricanes
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If You’re Black and American, Your Future Will Likely Include Hurricanes

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 27, 2023

55 percent of today’s Black population will be within hurricane zones if weather trends continue

The New Conservative Bogeyman Is Not a Man at All: It's AI
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The New Conservative Bogeyman Is Not a Man at All: It's AI

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 24, 2023

'Woke AI' is the new trigger phrase for anti-Biden watchdogs

Grocery Expiration Dates Are Pretty Much All B.S.
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Grocery Expiration Dates Are Pretty Much All B.S.

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 24, 2023

But don't ignore them completely; here are the ones that matter

R. Kelly's Sentence For Child Sex Crimes Isn’t Harsh Enough
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R. Kelly's Sentence For Child Sex Crimes Isn’t Harsh Enough

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 23, 2023

A U.S. District Judge added only one year to R. Kelly's current 30-year imprisonment for sex-related crimes involving minors

Who is Fani Willis, the Prosecutor Trying to Indict Trump?
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Who is Fani Willis, the Prosecutor Trying to Indict Trump?

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 23, 2023

The Georgia District Attorney is courting controversy with frequent media appearances and potentially partisan fundraisers

We Found Ice Cube's Gratitude Journal Entries From "It Was a Good Day"
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We Found Ice Cube's Gratitude Journal Entries From "It Was a Good Day"

Carlos Greaves Feb 23, 2023

The Cali legend's classic was released as a single 30 years ago

Another Day, Another Racist Rant From an Officer of the Law
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Another Day, Another Racist Rant From an Officer of the Law

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 22, 2023

A St. Louis sheriff unloaded on a deputy for a perceived lack of political support

Surprise: Four-Day Workweek Makes Workers Happy, Doesn't Wreck Revenue
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Surprise: Four-Day Workweek Makes Workers Happy, Doesn't Wreck Revenue

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 22, 2023

A new U.K. study's results seem convincing

My Newborn Baby Is Full of Crap
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My Newborn Baby Is Full of Crap

Jayson Kristopher Jones Feb 22, 2023

The joys, worries, and wonders of fatherhood

Don Lemon Going Full Sexist On Live TV Wasn’t On My 2023 Bingo Card
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Don Lemon Going Full Sexist On Live TV Wasn’t On My 2023 Bingo Card

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 21, 2023

After insisting that South Carolina governor Nikki Haley "isn't in her prime," the CNN host will need to undergo sensitivity training

Why Are Passport Bros So Bothered By Black Women?
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Why Are Passport Bros So Bothered By Black Women?

Ivy Locke Feb 21, 2023

Collect your stamps. Have your travel trysts. But leave Black women the hell alone.

The Lack of Black Doctors in the U.S. Isn't Just Disappointing—It's Dangerous
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The Lack of Black Doctors in the U.S. Isn't Just Disappointing—It's Dangerous

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 21, 2023

Researchers say it’s a public health threat, and there’s a long way to go to fix historical exclusion in medical fields

Some Conservatives Want DeSantis to Cool His War on Wokeness
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Some Conservatives Want DeSantis to Cool His War on Wokeness

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 20, 2023

Florida governor is acting out to juice his presidential bid, obviously, but some in the GOP still think he's going too far

What You Should Know About Frontotemporal Dementia
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What You Should Know About Frontotemporal Dementia

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 20, 2023

Bruce Willis was diagnosed with the disease. His family is raising awareness

Systemic Racism Is the Target of Biden's New Executive Order
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Systemic Racism Is the Target of Biden's New Executive Order

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 18, 2023

It's a second executive order focused on racial equity from the President

Penis Sizes are Growing Fast and Scientists Don't Know Why
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Penis Sizes are Growing Fast and Scientists Don't Know Why

H. Drew Blackburn Feb 17, 2023

There has been a 24% increase over the last 29 years

Why the Ugly Huggy Wuggy Toy is Frighteningly Popular With Your Kids
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Why the Ugly Huggy Wuggy Toy is Frighteningly Popular With Your Kids

Omar L. Gallaga Feb 17, 2023

Sharp teeth. Bloodshot eyes. Long arms that look like they want to curl around and suffocate you. Perfect gift for little kids, right?

It Sucks that Oral Sex is Illegal in Maryland, but That Could Change Soon
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It Sucks that Oral Sex is Illegal in Maryland, but That Could Change Soon

H. Drew Blackburn Feb 17, 2023

A repeal of an archaic law would come into effect on October 1, 2023.

Ready to Hear T-Pain Cover Frank Sinatra?
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Ready to Hear T-Pain Cover Frank Sinatra?

H. Drew Blackburn Feb 17, 2023

On Top of the Covers is set to release on March 17

Trump’s New Attorney is a Legendary Hip-Hop Lawyer Who Hates the Former President
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Trump’s New Attorney is a Legendary Hip-Hop Lawyer Who Hates the Former President

H. Drew Blackburn Feb 16, 2023

Drew Findling has represented Gucci Mane, Cardi B, and now Donald Trump

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