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Legends Lost: Remembering the Icons Who Shaped Our World in 2025

December 24, 2025

In 2025, the world said goodbye to many influential Black figures who left a lasting mark on music, sports, politics, and activism. These individuals were not just stars; they were pioneers who paved the way for future generations. Music lovers mourned the loss of soul legends like Sam Moore, Gwen

politics

A Legal Battle Over Past Accusations

November 11, 2025

Donald Trump is asking the Supreme Court to step in and overturn a $5 million decision against him. This ruling came after a jury found him responsible for both sexually abusing and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll. The incident in question happened in 1996, but the case only went to trial in 2023. C

entertainment

Lithuania's New Crime Drama 'The Activist' Unveils Dark Secrets

November 3, 2025

Lithuania's film scene is buzzing with a new crime drama called "The Activist. " This movie is the third in a series by director Romas Zabarauskas, following "The Lawyer" and "The Writer. " It stars Robertas Petraitis, who you might know from "The Southern Chronicles, " Lithuania's hopeful Oscar con

entertainment

A Unique Adventure: The Colonel’s Bequest and Its Lasting Memories

October 18, 2025

The Colonel’s Bequest, crafted by Roberta Williams, stands out as a unique adventure game. Unlike many point-and-click adventures, it doesn’t rely on frustrating puzzles. Instead, it focuses on exploration and storytelling. The game follows Laura Bow, who visits a Southern mansion and uncovers a mur

education

Missing Voices: A Harvard Class on Black Women in Politics

October 17, 2025

A Harvard University course focusing on black women in politics has sparked discussion. The class, titled "History 167: Race, Gender, and the Law Through the Archive, " highlights notable figures like Michelle Obama, Stacey Abrams, and Kamala Harris. It aims to explore the impact of black women in p

politics

Court Upholds Verdict Against Trump in Carroll Case

June 13, 2025

A federal appeals court has decided not to revisit a $5 million judgment against former President Trump. This decision follows a jury's ruling in 2023 that found Trump guilty of battery and defamation involving writer E. Jean Carroll. The incident in question occurred in the 1990s at a Bergdorf Good

politics

Berlin's Tough Stance on Pro-Palestinian Protesters

April 20, 2025

Berlin is facing a significant controversy as it moves to deport four individuals involved in pro-Palestinian protests. The city's immigration office has ordered the expulsion of three EU citizens and one American, all of whom were part of a demonstration at the Free University of Berlin in October

crypto

Crypto Gurus on Twitter: Unlocking Market Secrets with Moods

November 22, 2024

Twitter has grown into a bustling community where cryptocurrency experts, or influencers, share their insights. Combining these tweets with historical cryptocurrency prices allows experts to predict market trends accurately. A powerful tool for this is the RoBERTa deep neural network along with BiGR

sports

A Century of Sports Highlights: From No-Hitters to Grand Slam Upsets

September 15, 2024

Today, we take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of the most iconic moments in sports history. From the Milwaukee Brewers' record-breaking combined no-hitter to the U.S. Open's most thrilling victories, we're about to uncover some fascinating stories that will leave you on the edge of your se

education

Schooling Gone Wrong: When a State Error Sends a Child with Autism to an Unregulated School

September 6, 2024

Imagine being 19 years old, eager to learn, and suddenly finding yourself in a school with reports of neglect and abuse. That's the nightmare a Massachusetts mother, Roberta Biscan, faced when her son, Connor, who has autism, was mistakenly placed in an unregulated school in New York. Connor, des