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Oprah ‘Quietly Figuring Out’ How to Wield Her Political Clout in 2020
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey, whose opinions can get millions of fans to try a new diet or turn a book into an international best-seller.
South Sudan Mourns Veteran Journalist Alfred Taban
South Sudanese are paying tribute to veteran journalist and politician Alfred Taban, who passed away over the weekend in Kampala, Uganda.
John Singleton, Maker of ‘Boyz N the Hood,’ Dies at 51
Director John Singleton made the Oscar-nominated “Boyz N the Hood” and continued to probe the lives of black communities in his native Los Angeles.
Sudan Protest Artists Paint 3-Kilometer Banner Against Oppression
As talks between Sudan’s protesters and the military make slow progress on the issue of civilian rule, one group is creating a colorful push to the process.
Celebrating Women’s Voting History With 1919 Tea
Three key events in the history of women’s rights will be celebrated by the LWV of Macomb County on April 27 as it hosts its 1919 Tea fundraiser.
New International Award For Women Political Cartoonists Announced
The Organisation for refugee and displaced cartoonists has announced a new international cartooning award dedicated exclusively to promote women.
Daimler Says It Has No Idea How Kim Jong Un Got His Limos
German automaker Daimler, which makes armored limousines used by N. Korean leader Kim Jong Un, says it has no idea where he got them .
Women’s Voting Rights Activists Highlighted in New Exhibit
Feminist author and activist Gloria Steinem once said, “Women have always been an equal part of the past. We just haven’t been a part of history.”
Tim Cook Says That Apple Donates $0 To Political Candidates
Apple is the rare corporation that keeps its pocketbook out of political elections by having no formal political action committee (PAC), CEO Tim Cook said.