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Justice Department Unveils Groundbreaking Report on the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, Exposing Systematic Attack on Black Wall Street

Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Justice Department released a comprehensive report on Friday detailing the horrific events of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, where a white mob methodically attacked the predominantly Black Greenwood district in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This assault resulted in the death of hundreds and the decimation of a thriving community often referred to as “Black Wall Street.” According to the report penned by the Civil Rights Division’s Cold Case Unit, the massacre was …

Drag Race Star The Vivienne Assaulted in Homophobic Attack, Shares Emotional Aftermath

London, U.K. – Renowned drag performer, The Vivienne, was subjected to a homophobic attack this past week, resulting in widespread condemnation and a renewed discussion on the safety of LGBTQ+ individuals in public spaces. The incident, which occurred as The Vivienne was leaving a venue in London, has sparked significant concern among both the public and advocacy groups. Details surrounding the attack remain partially unclear, but it is reported that the assailant targeted The Vivienne …

Election Results: The Most Recent Race Calls and Updates

Miami, Florida – Amidst the race calls and election results, a team of dedicated individuals worked tirelessly to ensure accurate and timely reporting. The collaborative effort of journalists, producers, editors, and reporters brought forth a wealth of information for the public to digest. The task of delivering the latest updates fell upon a group of professionals including Michael Andre, Camille Baker, Neil Berg, Michael Beswetherick, Matthew Bloch, Irineo Cabreros, Nate Cohn, Alastair Coote, Annie Daniel, …

Haley Secures First Victory in Republican Presidential Nomination Race, Despite Trump’s Strong Delegate Edge

In Washington, D.C., former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley secured her first victory in the Republican presidential nomination race on Sunday. Despite this win, Haley’s triumph in the small primary is unlikely to significantly alter the overall trajectory of the competition. The Washington primary, which saw only 19 delegates at stake, presented Haley with a notable opportunity to defeat former President Donald Trump. Unlike Trump, who had suffered a rare loss to Sen. Marco Rubio …

American Fiction: Stinging Race Satire Wins Hearts Across Political Divide

Los Angeles, CA – American Fiction, a satire film starring Jeffrey Wright, has captured the attention of audiences from all sides of the political spectrum, winning the People’s Choice Award at the Toronto Film Festival in 2023. Adapted from Percival Everett’s novel Erasure, the film follows the journey of Thelonious “Monk” Ellison (played by Jeffrey Wright), an academic and author who assumes a new writing persona to conform to expectations as a “black author.” American …

Trump’s Victory Over Nikki Haley in South Carolina Republican Primary Shakes Up 2024 Race

Charleston, South Carolina – Nikki Haley faced a significant defeat in her home state’s Republican primary, losing to Donald Trump in a double-digit margin. Trump’s victory further solidifies his position within the Republican Party and raises doubts about Haley’s decision to remain in the race for the presidency. Haley, determined to continue her campaign, emphasized the importance of offering voters a real choice in the election. Despite the setback in South Carolina, she plans to …

Tensions Surge in Trump-Harris Race Amid Escalating Violent Threats and Attacks

Washington, D.C. — The presidential campaign season has escalated into a climate fraught with hostility, as demonstrated by an uptick in threats and actual aggressive acts associated with the expanding divide between supporters of President Donald Trump and those of his challenger, Vice President Kamala Harris. This surge in antagonism is raising concerns about the overall impact on national unity and the sanctity of the democratic process. Recent reports highlight a series of unsettling episodes …

Social Security Battle Brewing in Wisconsin Senate Race

MADISON, Wis. – The debate over Social Security and retirement benefits has taken center stage as Sen. Tammy Baldwin seeks re-election in Wisconsin. She has been pushing to strengthen the program, while her potential Republican opponent, businessman Eric Hovde, has openly discussed potentially delaying retirement or scaling back benefits for Americans. America recently celebrated the 84th anniversary of the first Social Security check being delivered to retired legal secretary Ida May Fuller in Vermont. This …

Tragic Intersection: Sonya Massey’s Case Highlights Deep-Rooted Issues of Race, Policing, and Mental Health in the U.S.

Sioux Falls, S.D. — The tragic death of Sonya Massey, a Black woman whose mental health crisis led to fatal police intervention in June, thrusts a spotlight on the intertwined issues of race, policing, and mental health resources in America’s heartland. In Sioux Falls, South Dakota, what began as a distressing scene in a public park ended in a confrontation that would reverberate far beyond this community. Massey, diagnosed with schizophrenia, was reported by onlookers …

Tragic Event at California Race Track: Young Racehorse Suffers Fatal Injury

Sacramento, CA – In a distressing incident that casts a spotlight on the darker sides of horse racing, an array of deaths has emerged from California racetracks, laying bare the brutal realities faced by some equine athletes. Among the casualties was a one-year-old horse that suffered severe injuries, including the rupture of multiple muscles in both hind legs. This revelation comes amid ongoing debates about the ethics and future of horse racing, a sport marred …