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Massive Outage Reported by AT&T Customers, Disrupting Phone Service Nationwide

AT&T’s network went down for many of its customers across the United States Thursday morning, leaving customers unable to place calls, text or access the internet. By late morning, the company said most of its network had been restored.

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‘I see the effects already’: Atlanta Symphony Orchestra youth program aims to increase diversity among musicians

Azira G. Hill hasn’t forgotten the days she used to volunteer as an usher for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in order to save money on tickets for performances. A passion that was fueled during her childhood in Cuba.

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Why it’s difficult to land on moon five decades after Apollo

Hundreds of thousands of miles beyond Earth, a phone booth-size spacecraft is en route to take on a challenge no vehicle launched from the United States has attempted in more than 50 years.

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Home sales/prices rose in January; eager homebuyers return to market

Sales of existing homes in the US climbed in January, pushed up by buyers who were encouraged to make a purchase by falling mortgage rates. But the surge may be short-lived if rates extend a post-January climb.

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Trump asks judge to delay enforcing the $355 million civil fraud decision for one month

Former President Donald Trump asked the judge overseeing the civil fraud case to delay enforcing the $355 million judgment against him for one month.

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Pork flavored coffee is Starbucks’ newest China pitch

Who doesn’t like a little braised pork with their coffee? Starbucks (SBUX) is betting on that unusual combination with a new drink released in China to mark the Lunar New Year. Dubbed the “Abundant Year Savory Latte,” the brand describes it as having an “interesting” flavor.

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Nearly 30,000 objects are hurtling through near-Earth orbit. That’s not just a problem for space

Once upon a time, gazing at the night sky was an escape from manmade messiness on Earth. Not anymore.

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Parents in Miami-Dade County receive permission slips asking if children can participate in Black History Month activity

As a parent, Chuck Walter said he’s used to signing papers that his children bring home from school. But Walter said a recent request from his daughter’s teacher caught him off guard.

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Tech stocks surge; Nvidia bolsters optimism on Wall Street

US stocks soared higher on Thursday morning after a strong earnings report from tech giant Nvidia bolstered investor optimism on Wall Street.

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2 men charged with murder in Kansas City Chiefs rally shooting

Two men were charged with murder and other felony charges for their roles in the mass shooting after a Kansas City Chiefs championship rally last week, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker said Tuesday.

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Indicted ex-FBI informant told investigators he got Hunter Biden dirt from Russian intelligence officials

The former FBI informant charged with lying about the Bidens’ dealings in Ukraine told investigators after his arrest that Russian intelligence officials were involved in passing information to him about Hunter Biden, prosecutors said Tuesday in a new court filing, noting that the information was false.

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IVF Births Account for 2% of US Newborns: Here's What You Need to Know

Talk to a group of 100 people born in the United States, and chances are two of them were born as the result of in vitro fertilization, said Dr. Zev Williams, director of the Columbia University Fertility Center.

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Haley sides with Alabama Supreme Court on IVF ruling: ‘Embryos, to me, are babies’

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley on Wednesday sided with the Alabama Supreme Court ruling that frozen embryos are children and those who destroy them can be held liable for wrongful death.

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Parents in Miami-Dade County receive permission slips asking if children can participate in Black History Month activity

As a parent, Chuck Walter said he’s used to signing papers that his children bring home from school. But Walter said a recent request from his daughter’s teacher caught him off guard.

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In unprecedented decision, Alabama’s Supreme Court ruled frozen embryos are children. It could have chilling effects on IVF, critics say

In a first-of-its-kind ruling, Alabama’s Supreme Court said frozen embryos are children and those who destroy them can be held liable for wrongful death – a decision that puts back into national focus the question of when life begins and one that reproductive rights advocates say could have a chilling effect on infertility treatments and the hundreds of Alabamians who seek them each year.

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What we know about Audrii Cunningham, who vanished on her way to school, and the man now charged with murder in her death

The last time Audrii Cunningham’s family saw her alive, the 11-year-old was getting ready for school Thursday morning and heading out to catch the bus.

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Couple married at Chiefs parade does best to remember wedding day fondly amid tragedy

Wednesday, Feb. 14, started with love and excitement. It was Valentine’s Day. It was the day of the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl celebrations.

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Beyonce' Unveils 'Ce'cred:' A Haircare Brand with Roots in Heritage and Empowerment

Pop icon Beyoncé is charting a new course from the stage to the styling chair with the imminent launch of her haircare brand, Cécred. Debuted on Tuesday, February 20th, the announcement came as a melodious surprise to the Beyhive when Queen Bey unveiled a teas- er video on Instagram, accompanied by a poignant message underscoring the sanctity of hair.Pop icon Beyoncé is charting a new course from the stage to the styling chair with the imminent launch of her haircare brand, Cécred. Debuted on Tuesday, February 20th, the announcement came as a melodious surprise to the Beyhive when Queen Bey unveiled a teas- er video on Instagram, accompanied by a poignant message underscoring the sanctity of hair.

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Representative Ron Reynolds Joins NAACP National Board of Directors

Representative Ron Reynolds is proud to announce his new role as a Na- tional Board Member of the National Association for the Advancement of Col- ored People, effective immediately. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Representative Reynolds' commitment to advocacy and service within the civil rights movement.

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Tulsa woman provides Alzheimer’s resources in Black community

This Black History Month, 2 News Oklahoma looked at the disparity in Alzheimer’s cases among older Black Americans and one woman whose life mission is to help bring awareness.