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Artist and mentor, a former gang member, honored by National Endowment for the Arts
At the Homeboy Art Academy, Fabian Debora and other mentors provide guidance to the youth who are either actively involved in the gang life, recently released from incarceration or are seeking a refuge from the gang life.
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Rapper Shyne says former mentor Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs ‘destroyed’ his life
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An Artist Turns Detritus of Ghana’s Past Into Future Possibility
Installations of jute sacks or hospital beds have made Ibrahim Mahama a star. Back home, they’re fueling a bold vision.2 days ago -
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Reform UK votes to give members more control
Reform UK’s new constitution is approved in a vote at its party conference in Birmingham.2 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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NHRA Carolina Nationals Qualifying
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Eye on America: Honoring Willie Mays and Dwyane Wade’s WNBA investment
In Alabama, we visit the ball field where the late Willie Mays made his professional debut, and look into today’s efforts to increase Black representation in baseball. Then in Illinois, we speak ...45 minutes ago - WNBA -
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Reform UK’s Trump-style rally fires up new members
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How NATO members are preparing for potential Baltic Sea battles
NATO troops, vessels and aircraft took to the frigid North Atlantic Ocean last month to sharpen their skills for a potential future war at sea.2 hours ago -
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Haiti's insecurity is worsening as gangs seize more territory, UN rights expert says
A U.N. human rights expert says that gang violence is spreading across Haiti as a U.N.-backed mission targeting criminals remains underfunded and understaffed19 hours ago -
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Philippine senator says China should do more to help fight cybercrime gangs
China should do more to battle the illegal online gambling and scam call centers run by Chinese criminal syndicates in Southeast Asian countries often using forced labor, a Philippine senator who ...Yesterday - China
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