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JACK SMITH: “I have seen how the rule of law can erode. My fear is that we have seen the rule of law function in our country for so long many of us have come to take it for granted. The rule of law is not self-executing. It depends on our collective commitment to apply it.”
January 22, 2026 at 5:16 PM
JACK SMITH: “I have seen how the rule of law can erode. My fear is that we have seen the rule of law function in our country for so long many of us have come to take it for granted. The rule of law is not self-executing. It depends on our collective commitment to apply it.”
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I know people keep saying this but it’s hard to communicate the depth of active resistance here. Like, I’m on random cafes and people are checking in for observation shifts. Signs everywhere. Folks in visibility vests on the corners. It’s wild. Absolutely wild.
January 22, 2026 at 4:04 PM
I know people keep saying this but it’s hard to communicate the depth of active resistance here. Like, I’m on random cafes and people are checking in for observation shifts. Signs everywhere. Folks in visibility vests on the corners. It’s wild. Absolutely wild.
After appearing in 60+ movies in his 72 years, and having been snubbed more than once, British actor Delroy Lindo achieves his first Oscar nod for Best Supporting Actor in Sinners.
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2026 Oscar Nominations — Best Supporting Actor:
• Stellan Skarsgård, ‘Sentimental Value’
• Jacob Elordi, ‘Frankenstein’
• Benicio Del Toro, ‘One Battle After Another’
• Sean Penn, ‘One Battle After Another’
• Delroy Lindo, ‘Sinners’
See the full nominees list: bit.ly/OscarNoms26
• Stellan Skarsgård, ‘Sentimental Value’
• Jacob Elordi, ‘Frankenstein’
• Benicio Del Toro, ‘One Battle After Another’
• Sean Penn, ‘One Battle After Another’
• Delroy Lindo, ‘Sinners’
See the full nominees list: bit.ly/OscarNoms26
January 22, 2026 at 3:44 PM
After appearing in 60+ movies in his 72 years, and having been snubbed more than once, British actor Delroy Lindo achieves his first Oscar nod for Best Supporting Actor in Sinners.
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With a whopping 16 Oscar nominations, Sinners has surpassed Titanic to become the most Oscar Nominated film EVER. #BlackskyNews
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Horror movie Sinners has a record 16 nominations this year, including for best picture, actor Michael B. Jordan and a new category: achievement in casting.
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January 22, 2026 at 3:38 PM
With a whopping 16 Oscar nominations, Sinners has surpassed Titanic to become the most Oscar Nominated film EVER. #BlackskyNews
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Teyana Taylor and Wunmi Mosaku both nominated for Best Supporting Actress Oscar’s. #BlackskyNews
2026 Oscar Nominations — Best Supporting Actress:
• Teyana Taylor, ‘One Battle After Another’
• Amy Madigan, ‘Weapons’
• Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, ‘Sentimental Value’
• Wunmi Mosaku, ‘Sinners’
• Elle Fanning, ‘Sentimental Value’
See the full nominees list: bit.ly/OscarNoms26
• Teyana Taylor, ‘One Battle After Another’
• Amy Madigan, ‘Weapons’
• Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, ‘Sentimental Value’
• Wunmi Mosaku, ‘Sinners’
• Elle Fanning, ‘Sentimental Value’
See the full nominees list: bit.ly/OscarNoms26
January 22, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Teyana Taylor and Wunmi Mosaku both nominated for Best Supporting Actress Oscar’s. #BlackskyNews
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also love to see the words Oscar nominee Raphael Saadiq. Ryan Coogler out here like put some respect on Oakland’s own Tony! Toni! Toné!
January 22, 2026 at 3:08 PM
also love to see the words Oscar nominee Raphael Saadiq. Ryan Coogler out here like put some respect on Oakland’s own Tony! Toni! Toné!
The MLTRC’s recommendations for reconciliation spanned nine categories, including material reparations, criminal justice, community healing, education, mental health and the media.
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Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission issues final report with 84 recommendations
The Maryland Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission releases its final report, outlining recommendations for repair, accountability, and reconciliation.
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January 22, 2026 at 9:23 AM
The MLTRC’s recommendations for reconciliation spanned nine categories, including material reparations, criminal justice, community healing, education, mental health and the media.
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A spokesperson for the governor said USA House organizers told Newsom’s office Wednesday afternoon that they were cancelling the interview and barring Newsom from speaking with the press there.
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Gavin Newsom was set to use the official U.S. venue in Davos. Then, Trump's team blocked him
Newsom is in Davos to criticize President Trump's economic and foreign policy decisions. The White House hit back on Wednesday with a scheduling interference.
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January 22, 2026 at 2:01 AM
A spokesperson for the governor said USA House organizers told Newsom’s office Wednesday afternoon that they were cancelling the interview and barring Newsom from speaking with the press there.
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As massive data centers move into residential neighborhoods, Black communities are questioning the environmental, economic, and energy costs of AI’s rapid expansion.
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AI Data Centers Are The New Environmental Burden Black Communities Didn’t Ask For | Essence
As massive data centers move into residential neighborhoods, Black communities are questioning the environmental, economic, and energy costs of AI’s rapid expansion.
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January 21, 2026 at 9:17 PM
As massive data centers move into residential neighborhoods, Black communities are questioning the environmental, economic, and energy costs of AI’s rapid expansion.
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In a win for Gullah Geechee residents on Georgia’s sea islands, voters this week rejected an ordinance that doubled the allowed square footage for homes in Sapelo Island’s Hog Hammock district. https://capitalbnews.org/sapelo-island-voters-stop-development/
Sapelo Island’s Gullah Geechee Community Fights Back and Wins
A vote ends a yearslong legal fight over development of the land on Georgia’s coast.
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January 21, 2026 at 9:34 PM
In a win for Gullah Geechee residents on Georgia’s sea islands, voters this week rejected an ordinance that doubled the allowed square footage for homes in Sapelo Island’s Hog Hammock district. https://capitalbnews.org/sapelo-island-voters-stop-development/
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Heads up: The Trump admin has started arresting immigrants in Maine as part of a new federal operation targeting the state.
The operation is intended to target immigrants from Somalia. People from countries including Sudan, Guatemala and Ethiopia were swept up on the first day of the operations.
The operation is intended to target immigrants from Somalia. People from countries including Sudan, Guatemala and Ethiopia were swept up on the first day of the operations.
Trump Administration Starts Immigration Operation in Maine
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January 21, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Heads up: The Trump admin has started arresting immigrants in Maine as part of a new federal operation targeting the state.
The operation is intended to target immigrants from Somalia. People from countries including Sudan, Guatemala and Ethiopia were swept up on the first day of the operations.
The operation is intended to target immigrants from Somalia. People from countries including Sudan, Guatemala and Ethiopia were swept up on the first day of the operations.
The Reiners wrote impassioned letters advocating on Williams' behalf as he sought a new trial in 2024, after the Texas Forensic Science Commission released a report indicating that ballistics testimony used in his conviction was proven incorrect by later testing. #BlackskyNews ew.com/inmate-share...
Inmate shares email from Michele Reiner sent hours before she and Rob were killed
Michele Reiner sent a heartfelt email to her friend Nanon Williams, a man who was convicted of murder in Texas, just hours before she and Rob Reiner died in their Los Angeles home in December.
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January 21, 2026 at 9:21 PM
The Reiners wrote impassioned letters advocating on Williams' behalf as he sought a new trial in 2024, after the Texas Forensic Science Commission released a report indicating that ballistics testimony used in his conviction was proven incorrect by later testing. #BlackskyNews ew.com/inmate-share...
The $50,000 grant significantly reduced their down payments and closing costs, creating instant home equity. In Baltimore City, the grant can turn what might feel like an out-of-reach goal into a realistic, sustainable purchase for first-time buyers.
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Historic $50,000 down payment assistance initiative helps faculty and alumni put down roots in West Baltimore's historic Black neighborhoods.
Coppin State University's Live Near the Nest program helps faculty and staff achieve homeownership in West Baltimore, closing the wealth gap and stabilizing the community.
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January 21, 2026 at 9:04 PM
The $50,000 grant significantly reduced their down payments and closing costs, creating instant home equity. In Baltimore City, the grant can turn what might feel like an out-of-reach goal into a realistic, sustainable purchase for first-time buyers.
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It was originally approved by the NYC Health + Hospitals Board in 2024 and the City Council in 2025. The previous mayoral administration said it would not move forward with the project, a decision reversed by the Mamdani administration.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:50 PM
It was originally approved by the NYC Health + Hospitals Board in 2024 and the City Council in 2025. The previous mayoral administration said it would not move forward with the project, a decision reversed by the Mamdani administration.
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“Beyond wins and championships, James Sweat’s impact is measured in lives shaped, student-athletes empowered, coaches inspired, and a community forever changed. His legacy lives on in the Spartan tradition of grit, determination, and excellence.”
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HBCU community mourns passing of legendary women's basketball coach
The HBCU women's basketball community is mourning the loss of a legend.
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January 21, 2026 at 5:49 PM
“Beyond wins and championships, James Sweat’s impact is measured in lives shaped, student-athletes empowered, coaches inspired, and a community forever changed. His legacy lives on in the Spartan tradition of grit, determination, and excellence.”
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Under James’ leadership, the road to reaccreditation was paved by current students, faculty, staff and alumni developing a coherent plan and getting buy-in and marketing help from past scholars. Per James' sm accounts, “The Hard Reset Part II" has begun #BlackskyNews
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Morris Brown President Returns After Abrupt Termination
The college reinstated Kevin E. James on Tuesday after firing him on Jan. 12.
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January 21, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Under James’ leadership, the road to reaccreditation was paved by current students, faculty, staff and alumni developing a coherent plan and getting buy-in and marketing help from past scholars. Per James' sm accounts, “The Hard Reset Part II" has begun #BlackskyNews
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[via cnbc.com] In a statement Wednesday, European Parliament member and INTA chair on EU-US trade relations Bernd Lange, said recent plans by the US President to impose tariffs of between 10% - 25% on European nations go against the terms of the trade pact. #BlackskyNews
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European lawmakers suspend U.S. trade deal amid Greenland tariff tensions
EU lawmakers have suspended the approval of the U.S.-EU trade agreement over President Trump's Greenland-related tariff threats.
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January 21, 2026 at 4:22 PM
[via cnbc.com] In a statement Wednesday, European Parliament member and INTA chair on EU-US trade relations Bernd Lange, said recent plans by the US President to impose tariffs of between 10% - 25% on European nations go against the terms of the trade pact. #BlackskyNews
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As the session ended, investigators say White’s former client, 39-year-old Michael Smith, entered the office demanding to speak to her. When she told him to leave, he allegedly stabbed her and the patient who was calling 911. #BlackskyNews
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As the session ended, investigators say White’s former client, 39-year-old Michael Smith, entered the office demanding to speak to her. When she told him to leave, he allegedly stabbed her and the patient who was calling 911. #BlackskyNews
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Therapist stabbed to death by former client, deputies say
Deputies say the suspect killed himself in the days following the attack.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:19 AM
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As the session ended, investigators say White’s former client, 39-year-old Michael Smith, entered the office demanding to speak to her. When she told him to leave, he allegedly stabbed her and the patient who was calling 911. #BlackskyNews
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As the session ended, investigators say White’s former client, 39-year-old Michael Smith, entered the office demanding to speak to her. When she told him to leave, he allegedly stabbed her and the patient who was calling 911. #BlackskyNews
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Tuela Kanwara was arrested and later indicted for allegedly smuggling 1,002 cartridges of Etomidate, which causes muscle spasms and erratic behavior in some cases and was added to Japan's list of controlled substances in May last year.
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Thai woman arrested in Japan for smuggling 'zombie cigarettes'
Tuela Kanwara was arrested and later indicted for allegedly smuggling 1,002 cartridges of the substance on a flight into Kansai International Airport.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:08 AM
Tuela Kanwara was arrested and later indicted for allegedly smuggling 1,002 cartridges of Etomidate, which causes muscle spasms and erratic behavior in some cases and was added to Japan's list of controlled substances in May last year.
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Federal cash to other agencies, including TSA and FEMA, would stop if Congress allows DHS funding to lapse, while the administration could continue funding ICE with the $75B enacted for immigration enforcement through the party-line tax and spending package.
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Congress clinches $1.2T funding deal for DHS, Pentagon, domestic agencies
House and Senate leaders are trying to clear the package before the Jan. 30 shutdown deadline.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:03 AM
Federal cash to other agencies, including TSA and FEMA, would stop if Congress allows DHS funding to lapse, while the administration could continue funding ICE with the $75B enacted for immigration enforcement through the party-line tax and spending package.
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Mamadou Diallo, 24, now faces 14 felony charges after allegedly defrauding at least eight victims out of more than $24,000, Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson announced Tuesday. #BlackskyNews
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Man accused of selling cars on Facebook Marketplace, then stealing them back
A man is accused of running an elaborate scheme involving unsuspecting car buyers on Facebook Marketplace.
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January 21, 2026 at 5:42 AM
Mamadou Diallo, 24, now faces 14 felony charges after allegedly defrauding at least eight victims out of more than $24,000, Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson announced Tuesday. #BlackskyNews
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Journalists traveling with Trump reported that lights in the cabin went out briefly after takeoff.
Trump and his entourage will switch to another plane and continue the trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos
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Trump and his entourage will switch to another plane and continue the trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos
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Trump's Davos-bound plane returns to air base after 'minor' electrical issue: White House
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump's plane was forced to return to an air base late Tuesday due to a "minor electrical issue" shortly after departing for Swi
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January 21, 2026 at 5:28 AM
Journalists traveling with Trump reported that lights in the cabin went out briefly after takeoff.
Trump and his entourage will switch to another plane and continue the trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos
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Trump and his entourage will switch to another plane and continue the trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos
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Daughter gets in mom's coulo in the comment section.
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Minnesota's Republican House Speaker Lisa Demuth made a Facebook post critical of an anti-ICE protest at a church, and got ratioed by her own daughter in the comments www.facebook.com/LisaforMN/po...
January 21, 2026 at 1:06 AM
Daughter gets in mom's coulo in the comment section.
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"Through overt racial animus and discriminatory policing practices, explicitly meant to keep non-white people out, Clark violated New Jersey’s civil rights laws and the New Jersey Constitution, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin said.
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Audio tapes, slurs and traffic stops: New Jersey sues Clark over 'racist' policing
Former Clark Mayor Sal Bonaccorso is accused of promoting racial profiling in a civil rights lawsuit, with recordings revealing troubling directives to police and a stark traffic stop disparity.
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January 21, 2026 at 1:04 AM
"Through overt racial animus and discriminatory policing practices, explicitly meant to keep non-white people out, Clark violated New Jersey’s civil rights laws and the New Jersey Constitution, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin said.
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Kayode’s court appearance was brief, as the judge adjourned the case until February 25 after the prosecution requested a delay.
His lawyer Olalekan Abiodun told journalists that he agreed to the adjournment “in the interest of justice”.
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His lawyer Olalekan Abiodun told journalists that he agreed to the adjournment “in the interest of justice”.
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Family of Anthony Joshua questions if trial over crash 'worth it'
Driver Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, now faces multiple reckless driving charges.
www.nzherald.co.nz
January 20, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Kayode’s court appearance was brief, as the judge adjourned the case until February 25 after the prosecution requested a delay.
His lawyer Olalekan Abiodun told journalists that he agreed to the adjournment “in the interest of justice”.
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His lawyer Olalekan Abiodun told journalists that he agreed to the adjournment “in the interest of justice”.
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