Celebrating the 50 greatest rappers of all-time. One for each year of hip-hop
This month marks 50 years since the birth of the revolutionary hip-hop sound. In the five decades since its inception, hip-hop has evolved into one of the most unique, powerful, and ruthlessly authentic art forms. Hip-hop (or, as it is often lovingly referred to, rap music) challenges its listeners' thinking while providing a voice to those previously overlooked by mainstream media.
Read full storyGovernor Abbott takes aim at Biden: He would rather sue Texas than protect the border
Last month, the Department of Justice sued Texas and Gov. Greg Abbott for building a floating barrier at the southern border that the Biden administration deemed a safety hazard.
Read full storyDallas-to-Houston in 90 minutes: Amtrak plans to build a $30 billion high-speed rail in Texas
Dallas-to-Houston in just 90 minutes via bullet train -- that has been the tantalizing concept pitched to Texans for the last six years. The high-speed rail was projected to be completed in 2020 but has been slowed by multiple legal snags and had its price tag swell from $12 to $30 billion during the delay.
Read full storyPhiladelphia Eagles break the internet, announce the return of Kelly Green alternate uniforms: ‘It’s a dream come true’
PHILADELPHIA -- Rejoice, Eagles fans, the highly-anticipated return of the Kelly Green alternate uniforms is finally here!. After teasing the concept online for the past few days, Eagles' social media team shared a video unveiling the return of the iconic jerseys, including a release date of July 31 for its purchase.
Read full storyBarack Obama critiques ex-president Trump running for re-election while facing federal charges: "It's less than ideal"
Barack Obama didn't mince words when discussing the federal indictment of fellow ex-president Donald Trump during his interview with CNN's Christiane Amanpour, citing that is troubling to see a former world leader face such heavy accusations.
Read full storyJudge delays trial that could sentence ex-president Donald Trump to life in prison until May 2024. Here’s why
A federal judge ordered that the trial that could result in former President Donald Trump serving life in prison be delayed until May 2024. Last month, prosecutors from special counsel Jack Smith's office requested that former President Donald Trump's criminal trial for charges of willful retention of national security information and obstructed justice be delayed until December, citing more time was needed to sort through the evidence.
Read full storyProsecutors request to delay trial that could imprison ex-president Donald Trump for life until December. Here’s why
Prosecutors from special counsel Jack Smith's office have requested that former President Donald Trump's criminal trial for charges of willful retention of national security information and obstructed justice be delayed until December, according to a court filing on Friday.
Read full storyBarack Obama says that ex-president Donald Trump’s indictment proves that “nobody is above the law”
In a wide-ranging interview with CNN's Christiane Amanpour, former President Barack Obama spoke of the power of democracy, the current state of the U.S government, and, most notably, the significance of Donald Trump's federal indictment.
Read full storyNASA begins mission to prevent “internet apocalypse” that could leave Earth without internet access for months
A NASA mission has successfully sent out a spacecraft in an attempt to stop a potential "internet apocalypse". NASA's Parker Solar Probe (PSP) successfully travelled through solar wind for the first time, and NASA is hopeful that it can prevent a global broadband blackout.
Read full storyPresident Biden's expansion of healthcare access for migrants sparks controversy
WASHINGTON -- President Joe Biden announced Thursday that hundreds of thousands of immigrants brought to the U.S. illegally as children will be able to apply for Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act’s health coverage.
Read full story‘He deserves every penny’: Eagles teammates happy to see Jalen Hurts become NFL’s highest-paid player
PHILADELPHIA - Jalen Hurts exceeded expectations last season to establish himself as not only the Eagles' franchise quarterback but as one of the premier players in the National Football League.
Read full storyEagles plan to offer QB Jalen Hurts a contract extension that would make him the highest-paid player in NFL history
PHILADELPHIA - Eagles GM Howie Roseman has finally found his franchise quarterback in Jalen Hurts and plans to sign him to a lucrative contract extension this offseason. Following a dominant season, in which he led the Philly to the Super Bowl, Hurts has earned the keys to the Eagles' future and is in line for a massive payday.
Read full storyPresident Biden could soon ban all Americans from using TikTok over its cybersecurity risks and ties with China
WASHINGTON - The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee voted on Wednesday to give President Joe Biden the power to ban Chinese-owned TikTok nationally. The bill, introduced Friday by Committee Chair Mike McCaul, R-Texas, would allow President Biden or any future president to impose sanctions, including a possible ban, against any company that "knowingly provides or may transfer sensitive personal data" to any foreign person or company that is "subject to the jurisdiction of" China.
Read full storyFor the first time in franchise history, the Eagles will have a minority offensive and defensive coordinator
PHILADELPHIA - The reigning NFC champion Eagles made headlines this week as they filled the offensive and defensive coordinator vacancies left behind by Jonathan Gannon and Shane Steichen, who accepted head coaching gigs in Arizona and Indianapolis.
Read full storyBrian Johnson, the new Eagles offensive coordinator, was once the cover athlete of NCAA Football 10
PHILADELPHIA - Newly-promoted Eagles offensive coordinator Brian Johnson is one of the rising stars of the NFL coaching ranks. Johnson, 36, has built a strong reputation as a quarterback guru and projects to have a future as a head coach down the line.
Read full storyGovernor Abbott announces $100 billion plan to "keep Texas as the economic juggernaut of the nation"
TEXAS - Governor Abbott announced a $100 billion plan to fund a decade-long initiative to improve road safety in Texas. By improving the roads, which are among the deadliest for drivers in the United States, Governor Abbot hopes "keep Texas as the economic juggernaut of the nation" and make it more inviting to business owners.
Read full storyEagles QB Jalen Hurts applauds decision to promote longtime friend and mentor Brian Johnson to offensive coordinator
PHILADELPHIA - After a fruitful season as Jalen Hurts' quarterback coach, the Eagles promoted Brian Johnson to offensive coordinator. Johnson, 36, received offers to become an offensive coordinator elsewhere but chose to remain in Philadelphia, according to Disney's Adam Schefter. He will replace former Eagles OC Shane Steichen, who departed to become the Colts' head coach.
Read full storyMichael Jordan celebrates 60th Birthday with the largest Make-A-Wish donation ever
Basketball Hall of Famer Michael Jordan celebrated his 60th birthday with a record-setting $10 million donation to Make-A-Wish America, the organization announced. The charitable gift is the largest from an individual in the organization’s 43-year history.
Read full storyLocal street artist Bill Strobel unveils stunning Jalen Hurts mural near the Philadelphia Museum of Art
PHILADELPHIA - Local artist Bill Strobel unveiled a breathtaking mural of Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts ahead of the team's upcoming Super Bowl matchup in Arizona. The mural depicts Hurts dropping back for a pass and a Kelly Green Eagles logo with the message "Fly" written over it.
Read full storyJalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes make history as the youngest quarterback matchup in Super Bowl history
ARIZONA - All-Pro quarterbacks Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes will help usher in a new era in the NFL when the two square off in an epic Super Bowl showdown in Arizona. Not only will this be the first Super Bowl to ever feature two Black quarterbacks, but it will also be the youngest quarterback matchup in the rich history of the Super Bowl.
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