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Bronx students kick-off Black History Month with an HBCU experience
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Black Voters Helped Elect Eric Adams Mayor. Now They May Back Cuomo.
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How a Met security guard's sculpture landed in museum's exhibit
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Trump recognizes Tiger Woods, Harriet Tubman for Black History Month
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Reese, Sky to play exhibition vs. Brazil at LSU
Angel Reese will make her return to Louisiana State University on May 2 when the Chicago Sky play a preseason game against the Brazilian National Team at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.ESPN - 3d -
Complete history of Black QBs in the Super Bowl, from Doug Williams to historic Chiefs vs. Eagles rematch
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Clark, Fever to play exhibition vs. Brazil at Iowa
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Caitlin Clark and Fever will play exhibition against Brazilian National Team at Iowa
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever will be playing the Brazilian National Team this WNBA preseason at the University of IowaABC News - 4d -
Philly musicians Grammy nominated for album honoring Florence Price
Two Philly musicians are preparing to shine at the Grammy Awards, where their collaborative album amplifies a historical voice that was once overlooked.CBS News - 4d -
Academy Museum sets Bong Joon Ho, ‘Barbie’ exhibits for spring 2025
This spring the Academy Museum will take movie fans inside the mind of “Parasite” director Bong Joon Ho and the world creation of Greta Gerwig’s candy-colored “Barbie.”ABC News - 4d -
How a school impacted by L.A.-area wildfires is finding innovative ways to help students learn
The Pasadena Rosebud Academy Charter School in Altadena, California, was destroyed by the Eaton Fire. Shawn Brown, the executive director of the school, lost her home in the fire as well, but she ...CBS News - 4d -
Oklahoma parents enrolling kids might have to prove kids' citizenship status
Parents enrolling children in Oklahoma public schools would be required to provide proof of their child's citizenship status under a proposal aimed at helping President Trump's immigration policies.CBS News - 6d -
Workers at a Whole Foods Market in Philly become the 1st to unionize
Workers at a Whole Foods Market in Philly have voted to unionize, becoming the first group of employees to pull off a labor win at the chain.CBS News - Jan. 27 -
Our Kids Cannot Learn About Sex Just From Squeamish Gym Teachers
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Edwardian Elegance Is the Focus of a London Exhibition
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Fine Jewelry Designs Exhibit an Urban Flair
Motifs inspired by city architecture are highlighted in collections from brands such as Chopard, Louis Vuitton, Dior and Jessica McCormack.The New York Times - Jan. 26 -
Washington Commanders Quarterback Jayden Daniels Has Made Football History. Here’s 1 Lesson You Can Learn From Him
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New Alvin Ailey exhibit reveals struggle, strength of legendary choreographer
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Wealthy leaders share financial advice they gave their kids: Invest early, learn from failure — and think carefully about inheritance
Wealthy leaders share the financial advice they gave their kids, including invest early, budget —and think carefully about inheritance.CNBC - Jan. 23 -
Longtime Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment president David Haddad will step down
David Haddad, who has served as Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment president for 12 years, is leaving the company.VentureBeat - Jan. 23 -
Days after ‘E-L-G-S-E-S!' flub, Philly mayor gets help for Eagles chant redemption
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker appeared to blurt out the wrong spelling while chanting Eagles Sunday. At a LOVE Park pep rally on Thursday, she got some redemptionYahoo Sports - Jan. 23 -
Pastor discusses Trump and bishop's interaction over immigration policies
Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde says she will continue to pray for President Trump after he lashed out at her for her plea for mercy to immigrants at a post-inauguration prayer service on Tuesday. The ...CBS News - Jan. 23 -
National Portrait Gallery accused of nepotism over Zoë Law exhibition
The photographer’s exhibition, which features images of Noel Gallagher, took place after donation to the gallery’s £40m makeover. The National Portrait Gallery (NPG) has been accused of nepotism ...The Guardian - Jan. 23 -
The strange loophole that transformed Berlin from tenant’s paradise to landlord’s playground | Tim White
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Moving pictures: comics and animation exhibition showcases stories of migration
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How Interactive Content Can Drive Sales and Capture Leads
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Transatlantic slavery’s role in shaping Manchester to be explored in exhibition
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Donald Trump on interaction with Barack Obama: 'I don’t know, we just got along'
President-elect Trump opened up a little about his interaction with former President Obama at the funeral service for former President Carter Thursday, acknowledging that it looked "friendly." “It ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Why Saquon Barkley's first Philly season has been a rousing success
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To Interact With the Real World, AI Will Gain Physical Intelligence
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Mind your language: how learning French helped me remove the condom from the wine | Susan McDonald
Le mot juste can be a portal into another world entirely – but make sure you know your chicken from your horse. More summer essentials Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news ...The Guardian - Jan. 5
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