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Jeremy Hanna, a Newsweek contributor based in Los Angeles, reports that Cedric Alexander is leaving WWE after nearly nine years with the promotion. Alexander announced his departure on social media, expressing gratitude for his time in professional wrestling and referencing WWE's 90-day non-compete clause. Known for his work in the Cruiserweight division and with the Hurt Business, Alexander received support from colleagues and the wrestling community as he embarks on a new chapter in his...

Legendary East Harlem red sauce eatery Rao’s made a comeback at the Super Bowl with pop-up dinners in New Orleans, featuring quarterbacks Eli Manning and Russell Wilson. Manning and Cooper Manning performed on stage, while Darryl McDaniels of Run-DMC entertained guests. Attendees included Ciara, Todd Gurley, and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. Rao’s also collaborated with Real SLX on a nearby slice shop pop-up and is considering a new permanent location in Las Vegas. Full Article

More than a century after the NAACP adopted “Lift Every Voice and Sing” as the “Black national anthem,” the song has sparked backlash, with Rep. Lauren Boebert calling it divisive and some Black conservatives opposing its performance at the Super Bowl. Despite controversy, the song, written by James Weldon Johnson, continues to be celebrated by Black people as a powerful and inspirational anthem, with singer Ledisi honored to perform it at this year's game amidst...

Jean Bruce Poole, a 100-year-old resident of MonteCedro retirement home in Altadena, was left behind during the evacuation of the facility due to the Eaton fire. Two Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies found her after three hours, ensuring her safety. The incident has prompted calls for reforms and reviews of evacuation protocols to prevent such situations from happening again. Full Article

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the temporary closure of all live bird markets in New York City and nearby counties due to the spread of bird flu, with seven cases detected in markets in Queens, the Bronx, and Brooklyn. Markets with confirmed cases must dispose of inventory, while others have three days to sell or dispose of theirs before cleaning and closing for at least five days. Some officials believe the state's actions are insufficient, calling...

Baltimore and Democratic Mayor Brandon Scott have filed a lawsuit against President Trump's executive order dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The lawsuit, supported by progressive groups, argues that the order threatens federal funding and jobs in the city. Trump's order aims to eliminate roles related to diversity and equity within the government. Organizations representing diversity professionals in higher education and the restaurant industry have also spoken out against the order, stating that it undermines...