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Published on May 18, 2026

Poetry in motion: State College’s poet laureate taking medium to the masses

Named as State College's poet laureate in fall 2025, Carmin Wong (seen performing some of her work) is focused on bringing poetry and creative writing to the community. Courtesy photo As a young girl living in Jamaica, Queens, New York, Carmin Wong …

Source: Altoona Mirror - Pennsylvania - Pending
Published on May 12, 2026

Was the Voting Rights Act created because of Democratic gerrymandering? Fact-checking Byron Donalds

WLRN has partnered with PolitiFact to fact-check Florida politicians. The Pulitzer Prize-winning team seeks to present the true facts, unaffected by agenda or biases. The 1965 Voting Rights Act has long been considered a landmark Civil Rights era …

Source: WUSF - Florida - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 11, 2026

Was the Voting Rights Act created because of Democrat gerrymandering? Fact-checking Byron Donalds

WLRN has partnered with PolitiFact to fact-check Florida politicians. The Pulitzer Prize-winning team seeks to present the true facts, unaffected by agenda or biases. The 1965 Voting Rights Act has long been considered a landmark Civil Rights era …

Source: Central Florida Public Media - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 10, 2026

Race faker Rachel Dolezal's shocking new life: White mom who enraged world by identifying as black reveals major ...

Ten years ago, Rachel Dolezal was the most mocked woman in America, a pale, blonde-haired white girl from Montana who had reinvented herself as a black civil rights warrior – and got caught. When the truth was exposed, she lost her career and reputation …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on May 5, 2026

Students with Dietary Restrictions Face Limitations in On-Campus Dining Spaces

The “Stress Less Zone” inside Blackburn Cafe. (Myla S. Roundy/The Hilltop) “I stopped eating at the cafeteria because it just wasn’t safe,” Maya Rose said. Rose attended Howard University for her freshman year of college, but said she had to leave due …

Source: The Hilltop - Washington D.C. - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2026

2026 Outstanding Graduates: Salute to Michigan's top students

Updated May 8, 2026, 1:26 p.m. ET For 40 years, The News has saluted a group of Michigan’s best and brightest high school students in the spring of their senior year. Partnering with CATCH — Sparky Anderson’s Charity for Children — we call it the …

Source: The Detroit News - Michigan - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2026

Byron Donalds - Was the Voting Rights Act created because of Democrat gerrymandering? Fact-checking Byron Donalds

The 1965 Voting Rights Act has long been considered a landmark Civil Rights era achievement that aimed to end discriminatory practices against Black Americans who tried to vote. But a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling largely gutted the law, and many …

Source: Politifact - Neutral
Published on May 4, 2026

Annual Marcus M. Wilson Scholarship Fund eases financial college burden for local teens

MARCUS – From left: Event MC Blake Barnes, Safana Wajed, Blise Tuyizere, Miles Wilson, scholarship fund founder Lorena Taylor-Rollins Wilson, Masoka Kashindi, Milana Correa-Jackson and Kennedy Helm. By Shawn Nowlin To state the obvious, college can be very …

Source: The Roanoke Tribune - Virginia - Left-wing
Published on Apr 27, 2026

End-of-Year Ceremony Hosted by Yoruba at Howard

Yoruba at Howard’s End of Year Celebration (Photo courtesy of Bamidele Aina) Graduation is quickly approaching, and for seniors who take Yoruba language and culture courses as a language requirement, it means saying goodbye to a four-year-long community. …

Source: The Hilltop - Washington D.C. - Neutral
Published on Apr 27, 2026

Harvard’s Slavery Researchers Are Quitting, Being Fired

THE GUARDIAN - Christopher Newman remembers seeing campus police officers as he walked into a human resources office at Harvard University, but he didn’t imagine that they were there for him. It was July 2024, and Newman had just turned in the results of …

Source: The Carolinian Newspaper - North Carolina - Pending

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 16:47 GMT

NBCI Endorses Chanel A. Branch for Maryland House of Delegates, 45th District

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino faith communities representing 27.7 million members, is endorsing Chanel A. Branch …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 17:19 GMT

Western National Parks Announces Newly Redesigned Publications Highlighting Hidden Gem National Park Sites

TUCSON, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Western National Parks (WNP), official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service since 1938, announces the release of newly revised and redesigned publications for Canyon de …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 14:45 GMT

Music Trailblazer Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels releases powerful new rock/rap single 'She Gets Me High'

DMC joins forces with all-star quartet of rock icons featuring Sebastian Bach, Travis Barker, Mick Mars, and Duff McKagan on new track. Available Now! NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legendary rap icon, Rock & Roll …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 19:25 GMT

Maryland Park Service Dedicates Montgomery County’s Freedman’s State Park in Honor of Howard Family, African American ...

May 15, 2026 Maryland Park Service Director Angela Crenshaw (center) leads a short hike during the dedication of Freedman’s State Park. Photo by Anthony Burrows, Maryland DNR Today, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, the Office of Governor Wes …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 02:37 GMT

Council Recognizes African American Military Heritage Day

The Council adopted a resolution offered by Councilors Santana and Flynn recognizing the contributions of African American military veterans and honoring African American Military Heritage Day. The resolution highlights the upcoming 21st Annual African …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 11:30 GMT

New 30-Year U.S. National Entrepreneurship Research by Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Indicates Rise in New Businesses ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo., May 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since its inception, the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation has seen entrepreneurship as a pathway to wealth and a driver of equitable economic mobility. Today, it released findings from its 30-year study on …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 14:42 GMT

A Debt of Honor: US Colonel Pays Tribute to 11 African American Soldiers Massacred During World War II

WERETH, Belgium – Col. Charles Douglas, deputy commander of Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, traveled to Belgium on May 9 to honor the memory of 11 African American Soldiers from the 333rd Field Artillery Regiment who were massacred during World War II …

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Published on May 18, 2026 - 15:34 GMT

Chicago Afternoon Tea Society x Juneteenth Celebration Traces the African Diaspora Through a Single Flower

Intimate Juneteenth Hibiscus Tea Celebration on June 13th in Bronzeville Features Pilar Audain, and 5 Expressions of Hibiscus Across 5 Cultures CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Chicago Afternoon Tea Society (CATS), a …

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Published on May 20, 2026 - 04:15 GMT

Conflicting child marriage laws leave girls unprotected in South Asia, report warns

New Equality Now report reveals how contradictory laws, legal loopholes, and weak enforcement put girls at heightened risk of child marriage in South Asia. COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Laws banning child marriage in …

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Published on May 20, 2026 - 00:08 GMT

Imaginary Things Takes Readers Inside the Personal Reality of Living With Schizophrenia

Michael Nicholas shares a memoir exploring mental illness, emotional struggle, and the journey from psychological darkness toward healing and self-awareness. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mental health …

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Published on May 20, 2026 - 00:03 GMT

A Subtle Armageddon Launches The Infinity Series With A Thought-Provoking Allegory On Faith And Humanity

Charles Martin Cosgriff presents a spiritually rich allegorical journey exploring identity, purpose, and human challenges through a compelling Christian lens. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Subtle …

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Published on May 20, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

Gina Guddat Featured on Women in Power TV Sharing Her Story of Resilience and Relationship Expertise

Gina Guddat sheds light on 1960s secret adoptions, how she turned her pain into a mission to help couples and families build stronger, healthier relationships. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Licensed …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 23:48 GMT

David Sola Launches Campaign to run for Temecula Valley School Board in Area 4

In area 4 of the Temecula Valley School District, David Sola has officially launched his campaign to run against current board member Joseph Komrosky. TEMECULA, CA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Election season is in …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 23:48 GMT

Lead Like A Real Man Calls Men To Biblical Leadership Through Faith, Courage, And Service

Colby Rich combines lessons from firefighting, ministry, and Scripture to equip men to lead their families and communities with Christ-centered conviction. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In his inspiring and …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 23:33 GMT

The Future of Dialogue Expands as a New Body of Work for a Time of Complexity and Fractured Trust

The Future of Dialogue helps leaders and communities see complexity, strengthen trust, and turn dialogue into wiser action. CARSON CITY, NV, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What began as The Multarity Project® has grown into …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 23:30 GMT

Dr Angela Yu Appointed Founding Chair of ICI International Arts Education Outreach Committee

A Conversation with Dr Angela Yu, Founding Chair of the ICI International Arts Education Outreach Committee HONG KONG, CHINA, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr Angela Yu Appointed Founding Chair of ICI International Arts Education Outreach …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 23:29 GMT

Wittenberg Encounter Blends Historical Intrigue, Faith, and Romance During the Protestant Reformation

Dennis Kananen delivers a compelling Messianic love story set against the political danger and spiritual upheaval of sixteenth-century Europe. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Dennis Kananen transports …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 23:23 GMT

Author Ellen Pepper Explores Faith, Fear, and Redemption Across Three Distinct Literary Works

From biblical reflection to psychological suspense and children’s stories, Ellen Pepper’s body of work showcases resilience, imagination, and spiritual insight. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Ellen M …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 23:09 GMT

Raising Daughters With Old Man Strength Encourages Fathers To Lead, Guide, And Grow Alongside Their Daughters

David Poindexter shares practical wisdom and faith-based encouragement for fathers building relationships with their daughters through every stage of life. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Raising Daughters With Old …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 22:59 GMT

The Lonely Woman's Guide to Fulfillment Offers Hope, Healing, and Faith Through Life’s Hardest Seasons

Rebecca Choquet shares an inspiring faith-based journey of overcoming loneliness, heartbreak, and hardship while finding fulfillment through relation with Jesus NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In her …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 22:52 GMT

B-Tex Ranch Owner Victor Bretting Releases 'The Man That I Would Become' — A Story of Faith, Leadership, and Resilience

The Texas entrepreneur and ranch owner shares a faith-based memoir on adversity, leadership under pressure, and authentic masculinity and perseverance NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Victor L. Bretting is a …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 22:49 GMT

Pilates classes in Los Angeles are now offered by BravaFit Studio with an introductory free pilates near me campaign

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BravaFit Studio, a premier wellness destination known for its personalized approach to movement, has officially launched a new introductory campaign to make boutique fitness more …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 22:49 GMT

Academia: Through The Eyes Of A Preacher Bridges Faith, Scholarship, And Practical Ministry Training

William James Carter presents a unique collection of theological research papers designed to inspire pastors, students, and faith-based academic growth. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Readers pursuing …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 21:45 GMT

Murder at Tutley Brewery Blends Family Secrets, Murder, and Small-Town Corruption in Behcet 'Ben' Kaya’s Latest Mystery

New Jack Ludefance novel delivers a detective story where buried truths and family loyalty collide within one of Georgia's most powerful brewing dynasties LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 21:42 GMT

Financially Solo Americans Feel Confident – Yet Have Concerns About Aging Alone

The New “Flying Solo: Navigating Financial Autonomy” Study Explores How Solo Adults Balance Independence with Planning for the Future MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Financially solo Americans feel confident …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 21:30 GMT

Routine Reset: Simple Ways to Build Healthier Habits That Actually Stick

This National Salad Month, Chef George Duran Shares How to Upgrade Your Routine and Turn Everyday Greens into Craveable Meals FL, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Building healthier habits doesn't mean a complete lifestyle …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 21:25 GMT

New K-12 Study: Thousands of Teaching Hours Lost to the 'Logistics Grind'

Manual paperwork and outdated systems fuel K-12 attendance hurdles, draining teaching hours and pulling leaders away from student mentorship. CA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Research involving over 1,000 school leaders across …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 21:25 GMT

New K-12 Study: Thousands of Teaching Hours Lost to the 'Logistics Grind'

Manual paperwork and outdated systems fuel K-12 attendance hurdles, draining teaching hours and pulling leaders away from student mentorship. FL, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Research involving over 1,000 school leaders …

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