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At least 41 killed in rebel attack on Ugandan school near Congo border
Suspected rebels attacked a school in a remote area of Uganda near the Congo border, killing at least 41 people in a nighttime raid before fleeing across the porous frontier, authorities said. Thirty-eight students in their dormitories were among the victims.
Pat Robertson, founder of The Christian Broadcasting Network and host of 'The 700 Club', dies at 93
Pat Robertson, a Christian broadcaster who turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network that was a staple in many African American homes, has died. He was 93.
‘Mommy Makeover’ Horror: Former MTV ‘Wild ‘N Out’ star, mom of three, Jacky Oh, dead at 32
On May 31, Jacky Oh—real name Jacklyn Smith— a 32-year-old model, entrepreneur, and actress, died in Miami, FL, while receiving a “mommy makeover,” leaving three children and a longtime partner behind.
Uganda’s president signs into law anti-gay legislation with death penalty in some cases
Uganda’s president has signed into law anti-gay legislation supported by many in this East African country but widely condemned by rights activists and others abroad.
As Supreme Court considers affirmative action, colleges see few other ways to diversity goals
As the Supreme Court decides the fate of affirmative action, colleges nationwide are bracing for setbacks that could erase decades of progress on campus diversity. A ruling is expected by the end of June.
Black Media: BET names Jerry Leo executive vice president of programming strategy
In this role, Leo will drive the overall program scheduling strategy and operations for the BET Media Groups’ portfolio of linear networks.
Amanda Gorman 'gutted' after poem for Biden’s inauguration barred for younger children by Florida school
In a social media post, poet Amanda Gorman vowed to fight back. Her poem, “The Hill We Climb” was challenged by the parent of two students at Bob Graham Education Center in Miami Lakes, along with several books.
How Do We Say Farewell? Angela Bassett reveals Tina Turner's last words to her in a moving tribute
Angela Bassett, who earned an Oscar nomination for portraying Tina Turner in the 1993 biopic What’s Love Got to Do With It, was one of the many stars in the entertainment world who flocked to pay tribute to Turner, who died Wednesday at age 83.
Tina Turner, superstar among first to speak out about domestic violence, dead at 83
Tina Turner, the unstoppable singer and stage performer who teamed with husband Ike Turner for a dynamic run of hit records and live shows in the 1960s and ’70s and survived her horrifying marriage to triumph in middle age with the chart-topping “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” has died at 83.
From Pride To Shame: Target removes ‘tuck-friendly’ swimsuits and satanic LGBTQ+ designer following backlash
Target, after sparking hellish upheaval for promoting satanic apparel and trans women’s swimming attire in honor of Pride Month, is making some changes.
The Shakahola Massacre: Hundreds of cult followers starved themselves in hopes of seeing Jesus
More than 200 people have lost their lives by following a cult leader who told them to starve themselves to see Jesus. The result is the Shakahola Massacre.
Abortion after 12 weeks banned in North Carolina after GOP lawmakers override governor’s veto
Legislation banning most abortions after 12 weeks of pregnancy will become law in North Carolina after the state’s Republican-controlled General Assembly successfully overrode the Democratic governor’s veto late Tuesday.
Oh, Baby! After two heartbreaking miscarriages, Kierra Sheard-Kelly Is Pregnant
After two heartbreaking miscarriages that took her “near death’s doors,” gospel recording artist Kierra Sheard-Kelly and her husband Jordan Kelly are joyfully celebrating a new baby on the way.
Gov. Ron DeSantis continues war on ‘woke indoctrination’ with Florida DEI ban
Ron DeSantis continues war on ‘woke indoctrination’ with his latest move to ban DEI in public colleges and universities
Ja Morant's off-court issues spark national conversation about Black men and gun violence
The Memphis Grizzlies’ star point guard Ja Morant is in hot water again after being caught on social media holding a gun for the second time in less than three months.
Trans Rights: Wave of anti-transgender bills divides US faith leaders
As states advance anti-transgender bills, America’s faith leaders are starkly divided in their assessment. Some view the legislation as reflecting God’s will; others voice outrage that Christianity is being invoked to justify laws they view as cruel and hateful.
Jury finds Trump not guilty of rape but liable for sexual abuse
In Manhattan federal court, Tuesday, May 9, 2023, a New York jury found Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing the advice columnist E. Jean Carroll in 1996, awarding her $5 million in a judgment
TV BUZZ: Docuseries ‘The Secrets Of Hillsong’ exposes scandal-plagued fallen megachurch
The release of the explosive FX docuseries The Secrets of Hillsong, based on Vanity Fair‘s exposé of the controversial megachurch, which counted celebrities such as Justin Bieber, Kevin Durant, and Selena Gomez among its worshippers, is around the corner.