Category: Geral
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Black Women in the Music Industry
Whether in blues, rock, gospel, or jazz, Black female artists in the music industry have made historic impacts over the years. From pioneers like Billie Holiday, Aretha Franklin, and Diana Ross to modern icons like Missy Elliott, Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, and Rihanna, countless women have paved the way for young Black girls aspiring to be…
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How to Thank Your Christmas Party Host
As you head into year-end gatherings this season, be sure to show gratitude to your hosts for opening their homes to you; after all, hosting guests takes effort both before and after the party. There are many special ways to thank a host, but the best gestures are those that include personalized touches to leave…
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Investigation into Capitol Riot Points to One Culprit: Donald Trump
Declaring that the central cause of the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol was “one man,” the House committee investigating the incident delivered its final report on Thursday, December 23, detailing how former President Donald J. Trump executed what lawmakers called “a multi-part plan to overturn the 2020 presidential election.” The authors of the…
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Women and Minority Entrepreneurs Are the Focus of New Grants from the Department of Commerce
The U.S. Department of Commerce is launching a grant program of nearly $100 million to help tens of thousands of women and minority entrepreneurs boost and expand their businesses, in light of the structural barriers these groups face. The Capital Readiness Program will provide $93.5 million in grants to business incubators and accelerators to connect…
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Homicides Drop, But Crime in New York Increased 23.5% This Year, Says NYPD
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced on Wednesday (21) that shootings and homicides have decreased in the city over the past year, although there has been an overall increase in crime. Data from the New York Police Department shows that since January, NYC has recorded a drop of more than 17% in shootings and…
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During Visit to the U.S., Zelensky Appeals for More Help in Fight Against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, during his visit to the United States, delivered a historic speech at the Capitol on Wednesday night, expressing gratitude for American support in the fight against the Russian invasion. “I hope my words of respect and gratitude resonate in the heart of every American,” Zelensky said during the joint meeting of…
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At 74, actor Pedro Paulo Rangel passes away
Actor Pedro Paulo Rangel died this Wednesday (21) in Rio de Janeiro, where he had been hospitalized since the end of October to treat a worsening condition of pulmonary emphysema. Due to the progression of the disease, the 74-year-old actor had to be intubated in the early hours of the last day 10. On that…
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Taliban Suspends University Education for Women in Afghanistan
The Taliban government has suspended university education for all female students in Afghanistan, the latest step in its brutal crackdown on the rights and freedoms of Afghan women. Girls had already been prevented from returning to secondary schools in March of this year, after the Taliban ordered girls’ schools to close just hours after reopening…
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Pharmacies Limit Purchases of Children’s Pain Relievers
CVS and Walgreens have limited the purchase of children’s pain relievers due to stock shortages from high demand amid a severe flu season and Covid spikes.
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Brazilian Entrepreneurs Bet on Christmas Market Sales in NY
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One of the world’s most famous tourist destinations during Christmas is New York City. The fourth quarter is historically the strongest of the year, accounting for approximately 30% of the city’s visitation, and this year the forecast is that 56.7 million people will visit the city before the end of 2022 – about 85% of…