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Apple profits beat year-long losing streak; still struggles in China
Apple on Thursday reported a slowdown in sales in China, its third-largest market, but still posted profits that turned around a year-long losing streak.
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Storytime with Legendary Jerry" Podcast Launches with a Star-Studded Celebration at Stanley's Cigar Lounge
On January 29, 2024, the vibrant atmosphere of Stanley's Cigar Lounge set the stage for the launch party of the "Storytime with Legendary Jerry" podcast. Hosted in collaboration with iHeartPodcasts, the event promised an unforgettable night of storytelling, entertainment, and camaraderie.
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Novo Nordisk says it is increasing supplies of the blockbuster weight-loss medicine Wegovy in the US. Mandatory Credit: Hannah Beier/Reuters
Published on February 1, 2024
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Novo Nordisk increases supply of weight-loss drug Wegovy
Novo Nordisk, maker of the popular weight-loss drug Wegovy, says it has started to increase the availability of the drug for people in the United States.
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Rainbow PUSH Coalition Celebrates the Formal Installation of Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III as President and CEO
On February 1, 2024, the Black Academy of Arts and Letters in Dallas will witness the official installation of Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III as the President and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition. The sold-out event, six months after the announcement of Dr. Haynes as Rev. Jesse Jackson’s successor, will gather VIP participants and attendees from across the country, including notable figures like Roland Martin, Rev. Al Sharpton, and Tashara Parker as the mistress of ceremonies.
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Fort Bend Transit Breaks Ground on New Westpark Park and Ride
Fort Bend Transit (FBT) has embarked on a significant development as it officially broke ground on its latest park and ride facility, the Westpark Park and Ride, on January 29, 2024.
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Pocatello, Ohio = Retired man builds cat shelters out of political campaign signs
A local man has found a way to use the campaign signs of political candidates to help stray cats stay warm during the winter.
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Celebrating Black History Month with "BLACK WOMEN TAUGHT US": A Powerful Tribute to Black Feminism
s we usher in the first day of Black History Month, it's imperative to commemorate the invaluable contributions of Black women to history, culture, and the ongoing struggle for justice. The National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAH) is dedicating this month to the celebration of "the art of resistance." In alignment with this theme, a standout book from this year takes center stage—**BLACK WOMEN TAUGHT US: An Intimate History of Black Feminism** by the esteemed Jenn M. Jackson, PhD, released on January 23, 2024, under Random House.
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As We Speak: Rap on Trial – 2024 Sundance Film Festival
Rap lyrics have been used as evidence in more than 700 trials since 1990, and not to the benefit of rappers on trial. To their detriment. It’s time to talk about it.
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Igualada – 2024 Sundance Film Festival
There’s a race issue in Colombia. A class issue too. Add in right-wing leaders who champion the appropriation of land inhabited by people of African heritage, and the mere existence of the well-grounded, social activist Francia Márquez is a miracle. Her ascension, from local hero to presidential candidate, is a transformation worth studying.
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Kidnapping Inc. – 2024 Sundance Film Festival
Any movie that starts with a man being kidnapped and thrown in the trunk of a car knows how to tempt crime/thriller genre fans, from the jump.
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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Champions Abortion Access in Crucial Legal Battle
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee remains at the forefront of the nationwide legal battle to uphold access to mifepristone, a pivotal drug in medication abortion. In a resolute move, County Attorney Menefee, in collaboration with the Public Rights Project and over 100 local government leaders across the country, has lent his support to an amicus brief in FDA v. AFHM -- 2024 SCOTUS Merits.
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Fatal overdose -2 suspected fentanyl dealers charged with murder
An investigation was launched in November after Christoper Lucia, 35, was taken to a hospital after testing positive for fentanyl. While under their care, he failed to regain consciousness and died after several days on Nov. 13.
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Biden battles Trump for union workers; heads to Michigan for UAW meeting
President Joe Biden on Thursday is looking to capitalize on last week’s high-profile endorsement from the United Auto Workers, heading to Michigan to meet with members of the union as he battles Donald Trump for their votes.
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California - Beloved 49ers fan's memory kept alive at Menlo Park store
With the 49ers set to take on the Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII, people all over the Bay Area will be showing off their 49er pride.
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Millions of stars glow in James Webb's telescope - unprecedented spiral galaxies portrait
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured scintillating portraits of 19 spiral galaxies — and the millions of stars that call them home — in unprecedented detail never seen before by astronomers.
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Palestinians have used schools run by UNRWA, pictured here in the southern city of Rafah, as shelter amid Israeli bombardment. Mandatory Credit: Mohammed Zaanoun/Middle East …
Published on February 1, 2024
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UN agency for Palestinian refugees warns it may halt all operations by end of month
The main United Nations agency in Gaza has warned it “most likely” will have to halt its work in the war-torn enclave and across the Middle East by the end of the month after donors paused funding over allegations some of its staff were involved with Hamas’ October 7 attack on Israel.
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Why you may be eating predigested food
Why do many people overeat chips, cereals, cakes, puddings and other ultraprocessed foods despite knowing those foods may not be healthy?
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Austin apologized to Biden for mishandled communication around cancer treatment
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Thursday admitted he mishandled communication around his treatment for prostate cancer and said he’d apologized to President Joe Biden, in his first news conference since returning to work.
