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House Panel Votes to Recommend Contempt for Leon Black in Epstein Probe — 3dHouse Oversight voted 41-0 to recommend contempt for Leon Black after he skipped Epstein-probe depositions; he paid Epstein more than $150 million.

Tom Gallagher A unanimous 41-0 vote on contempt shows Congress takes these Epstein connections seriously no matter who you are.

Meme alleges media silence on assault of white woman by black suspects — 1dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

Black Caucus Institute Launches $4.5M Turnout Drive — 3dCBC Institute launches $4.5M SO VOTE drive on Sept. 15, 2026, to mobilize Black, rural and young voters in Georgia, Mississippi and 16 House districts.

Jared Kim Focusing money on young and Black voters across 16 districts could shift outcomes if they actually show up.

Harris Plans Michigan Senate Event With El-Sayed — 2dKamala Harris joins Abdul El-Sayed Tuesday in Michigan on Black maternal health after Mike Rogers skipped their debate, leaving El-Sayed at an empty podium.

Derek Foss Pushing to flip the Senate through events like this feels like the same old Democratic playbook.

US DFC Plans $155M WIOCC Investment Across Africa — 2dDFC will put up to $155 million into WIOCC—its largest-ever equity stake—as CEO Ben Black ties the Africa infrastructure push to winning the AI race for America.

Derek Foss This kind of direct investment in African fiber and data centers could give US tech firms a real edge over Chinese suppliers.

Black box data shows Amazon cargo pilots tried to abort landing before crash — Sep 9, 2026

Chris Dalton The black box data might point to a mechanical issue that overrode their last minute go around attempt.

Hodgkinson Wins 800m at Athlos London DebutSports — 2hBritain’s Olympic 800m champion Keely Hodgkinson won the women’s 800m at Athlos London 2026 in 1:56.40, powering to victory while wearing a full-length black hooded Nike speedsuit that drew comparisons to superhero outfits and described as a “pretty sick” statement. The event, founded by Alexis Ohanian, emphasizes spectacle and prize money, with Hodgkinson’s bold outfit underscoring a fashion-forward, entertainment-heavy approach to track and field as she closes a mixed season.

Springboks, All Blacks Set for Baltimore Series Decider — Sep 10, 2026The Springboks hold a 2-1 series lead heading into the final Test in Baltimore against the All Blacks, who must overturn the deficit to level the series and build momentum for the World Cup cycle. The U.S.-hosted clash marks a landmark for rugby in America with World Rugby backing and potential future fixtures, while analysts and former players highlight tactical factors and the importance of a strong start.

Dana Whitfield The All Blacks must start fast in Baltimore or the Springboks will seal the series and take real momentum into the World Cup cycle.

Amazon Plane Crash: NTSB Finds Black Boxes And Says Jet Struck Cleaning Crew Van7 sources — Sep 8, 2026

Shelton Reaches US Open Final Against Zverev — Sep 10, 2026Ben Shelton advanced to his first Grand Slam final at the US Open by defeating Frances Tiafoe in four sets, setting up a title bid against Alexander Zverev and continuing American hopes in the tournament. The semifinals and surrounding coverage highlight a historic push by Black American men in Grand Slams, framed by Monfils’ departure and a rising generation of Black players contending for deep runs.

Eldridge Cleaver's Prison ConversionGood News — FROM 1976Black Panther leader Eldridge Cleaver converts to Christianity while in prison and writes of the change.

Three Rockies Hitters Top .800 OPS, First Since 2019 — 5dBaseball headlines center on a Dodgers near-bat-out-of-turn moment, the Colorado Rockies' trio with OPS over .800 and how their current depth compares to the 2019 season, and Cleveland’s pivotal White Sox series that could tilt the AL Central race. In tennis, Alexander Zverev captured the US Open title, ending a long American drought and marking a milestone for Black players since Arthur Ashe.

Leon Black sues House Oversight to block subpoenas in Epstein probe — Sep 3, 2026Billionaire Leon Black sued a U.S. House Oversight Committee to block subpoenas demanding NDAs and his deposition in the Epstein probe, arguing the order exceeds authority and intrudes on privacy; he skipped a scheduled deposition and calls the inquiry a fishing expedition, while the committee defends the probe as necessary to uncover mishandling and Epstein's network, leaving the possibility of contempt if he continues to refuse.

Marcus Bell Billions in wealth buys a lot of lawyers, but it doesn't make the questions about those Epstein payments go away.

Electra Studies $530M-$675M North American Nickel Refinery — 2dElectra Battery Materials announced initial engineering results for the first phase of a two-phase nickel refinery near Toronto that would convert mine-derived feedstock and recycled battery black mass into nickel metal and battery-grade nickel sulfate at about 20,000 tonnes per year, with nickel and cobalt recoveries above 97%. The project aims to strengthen North American supply chains, reduce reliance on Chinese processing, and may require roughly $530–$675 million for the first phase, with a second phase potentially adding another 20,000 tonnes of nickel capacity, as CEO Trent Mell emphasizes domestic refinement for industrial, military, and EV applications.

Maya Lindstrom This refinery could help secure battery materials for EVs without depending on Chinese processing, which is long overdue.

Ships crossing the Black Sea rig makeshift armor against drone strikes — Sep 3, 2026Merchant ships transiting the Bosphorus are arming with nets, water tanks, and tires to shield against escalating Russian and Ukrainian drone attacks in the Black Sea, as the burned-out Russian cargo ship Omskiy-107 drifted ashore near Istanbul. Experts warn these improvised defenses may deter smaller drones but not larger ones, underscoring growing risks to global oil and grain exports and rising war-risk premiums for maritime insurers.

Dana Whitfield Chicken wire and tires against a drone with a warhead - that's not defense, that's a prayer.

Overlooked Rock Songs Resurface in Major Rankings — Sep 10, 2026David Bowie’s generosity helped shape Mott the Hoople’s fate, as they passed on Suffragette City in favor of All The Young Dudes, a choice that boosted both artist and band. Across other legends, fans and critics spotlight underrated or overlooked tracks—Simon & Garfunkel’s enduring repertoire, The Rolling Stones’ Heaven as a seeming departure from their usual sound, Jethro Tull’s My God as an underrated deep cut, and Black Sabbath’s War Pigs hailed as a significant protest staple.

‘Black Doctors Directory’ No Longer Just For Black Docs After LawsuitReporting — Aug 26, 2025A Philadelphia-based directory geared toward connecting patients with black doctors was forced to change its name and open itself to all races following a lawsuit filed by Do No Harm. The Black Doctors Directory will…

‘To Me, No’: Black Guys At Pennsylvania Barbershop Tell Reporter Kamala Harris Isn’t BlackReporting — Aug 3, 2024A group of black men at a Pennsylvania barbershop said that they do not consider Vice President Kamala Harris to be black in a clip aired by CNN on Saturday. Former President Donald Trump suggested during his Wednesday…

Trump Claims the Black Lives Matter Movement Is ‘Really Hurting the Black Community’Reporting — Sep 26, 2020President Donald Trump is blaming the Black Lives Matter movement for violence associated with some protests calling for the end to racial injustice. During a campaign event to appeal to Black voters, Trump railed…

Black CNN Commentator Admits Life Is 'Worse' for Black Americans Under Biden: 'The Pain Is More Intense'Opinion — Jul 22, 2022Black voters now join the countless other Americans who are disillusioned and frustrated with Joe Biden’s failed presidency. Liberal CNN commentator Van Jones said Thursday that life is “worse” for black Americans under…

CNN’s Van Jones: ‘Day-to-Day Reality for Black Folks’ Has ‘Gotten Worse’ Under BidenReporting — Apr 29, 2022Things have not gotten better for Black Americans under President Joe Biden , CNN’s Van Jones says. “I think that there’s a disappointment factor that’s set in. I think a lot of Black voters feel like the Black…

Over a Hundred Black Public Figures Urge Biden to Pick Black VP or Else ‘You Will Lose the Election’Reporting — Aug 10, 2020Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden has a choice to make: pick a Black woman as his running mate or “lose the election,” several Black public figures are saying. The letter is signed by over a hundred…

‘I Shouldn’t Have Said It’: Biden Pressed on His ‘You Ain’t Black’ CommentsReporting — Aug 24, 2020Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is admitting that he should not have told Black voters, who are not sure if they were going to vote for him or President Donald Trump , that they “ain’t black.” In his first…

Diversity Expands in Tennis Ahead of US Open — Aug 28, 2026American players Pegula and Tiafoe say tennis is moving in the right direction on diversity, highlighting the sport’s global reach, Black representation, and growth in Asia, alongside milestones like the Cincinnati Open final. They also stress that affordability remains a barrier for underserved youth, with USTA participation data showing shifts in Black, Hispanic and Asian participation.

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