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The CDC announced an immediate overhaul of the childhood vaccine schedule, reducing the number of recommended shots for all children. Under the change, the U.S. schedule will more closely mirror Denmark’s, recommending vaccines for 11 diseases instead of the current 18. Federal health officials say the move is intended to help rebuild public trust in health guidance following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Oklahoma City, OK  --    Montrae Tisdale  is the founder and leader of the rising musical dynasty called   The Friends Chorale   - an Oklahoma City-based group of friends who come together in unity to transform a nation through the power of songs.  Montrae Tisdale is one of Gospel music's rising choir masters and media personalities who, with his choir, garnered their first Stellar Award nomination for 2025 New Artist Of The Year for their album   THE FAITH JOURNEY (Live).     Montrae and his league of singers have collaborated with another rising star of Gospel,  Compassion Anderson.  Compassion, also known by his stage name  C'Tyre,  is a multi-talented musician, singer, songwriter, producer, and national recording artist who, through his fiery, high-energy performances, has earned the title of the  "Prince of Bump."   C'Tyre is one of The Friends Chorale's lead singers whose powerful vocals, coupled ...

  The below transcript captures the remarks to the press centered on the Jan. 3 takeover of Venezuela.  January 7, 2026 QUESTION:  Why were you saying this behind closed doors? SECRETARY RUBIO:  Well, there’s a lot of operational details that can’t be discussed publicly, obviously, for obvious reasons. So, as we move forward we’ll describe our process, which is a threefold process in Venezuela. I’ve described it to them now. Step one is the stabilization of the country. We don’t want it descending into chaos. Part of that stabilization, and the reason why we understand and believe that we have the strongest leverage possible, is our quarantine. As you’ve seen today, two more ships were seized. We are in the midst right now, and in fact about to execute, on a deal to take all the oil – they have oil that is stuck in Venezuela; they can’t move it because of our quarantine and because it’s sanctioned. We are going to take between 30 and 50 million barrels of oil. We’re ...

SILVER SPRING, MD —  January 7, 2026   —  TV One  is giving audiences a chilling first look at one of its most provocative true‑crime series to date. Today, the network is unveiling an extended trailer   from  “ Fatal Attraction: I’d Kill to Be You ” , the newest expansion of the acclaimed  Fatal Attraction  franchise — ahead of its premiere on  Friday, January 26 at 10 PM ET/9 C . The clip offers a visceral glimpse into some of the real‑life cases dramatized in the series — highlighting how envy and obsessive identity theft can drive ordinary people to commit extraordinary, brutal acts.  The series explores real stories of friendships that turn into dangerous fixations, romantic envy, and co-worker rivalries gone wrong. Viewers can expect expert commentary that unpacks the social and psychological forces behind obsession-driven crimes, along with powerful interviews featuring investigators, survivors, and families affected by identity-t...

 

By Mona Austin Five years after the U.S. Capitol was raided by right-winged protestors seeking to overturn the 2020 election results, in a clear partisan divide, Democratic lawmakers are still fighting to "shed the truth" about the attack. Hakeem Jeffries, the House Minority Leader held a special hearing Tuesday, themed "Setting the Record Straight on the Capitol Insurrection." Various lawmakers, members of the Jan. 6 select committee and others with first hand experience on that dreadful day recounted what they saw as pain still lingers. Speakers testified about multifaceted aspects of the day from the prolonged response for security reinforcement to horror in the gallery and thr attemlted wrasure of it all. Texas Congresswoman Escobar admitted that talki g about the breach was triggering Hank Johnson the Georgia Democrat shared that qhen thw violence entered the gallery he , "While in survival mode. I thoight of jumping to the House floor..." he als...

Tony Ferguson, a dynamic force in the public relations industry with nearly three decades of experience, has officially begun his term as President of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Los Angeles Chapter, effective January 1, 2026. Ferguson brings a bold and inclusive vision for the chapter’s future, grounded in a deep commitment to professional empowerment, cross-sector collaboration, and innovation in communications. Ferguson launched his professional journey at Columbia Records in New York City, quickly rising through the ranks to become Vice President of Media. Over the years, he has led strategic communications for major players in entertainment, sports, and the nonprofit world. As Principal of Society House, a Los Angeles-based public relations firm, he has spearheaded campaigns for iconic brands and cultural pioneers. Most recently, Ferguson helped shape the rollout of De La Soul’s long-awaited studio album, Cabin in the Sky, their first release in nine years. ...

  The U.S. Postal Service is honoring Phillis Wheatley (1753-1784), the first author of African descent in the American Colonies to publish a book, with the 49th stamp in the Black Heritage series. Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, at 11 a.m. EST Where: Old South Meeting House 310 Washington St. Boston, MA 02108 The first-day-of-issue event for the Phillis Wheatley Black Heritage stamp is free and open to the public. The event is free and open to the public.   Attendees are encouraged to register at  https://www.usps.com/philliswheatleystamp WHO IS PHYLLIS WHEATLEY Born in West Africa and brought to Boston on a slave ship, Phillis Wheatley was enslaved but educated in the Wheatley household. Wheatley published her first collection, "Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral," in 1773. This collection showcased her impressive mastery of various poetic forms, including hymns, elegies, and narrative verse, securing her place in history. Freed from slavery that same year, sh...

For over 50 years of her 85 years of life, R&B and Soul music legend Candi Staton has been a successful recording artist. From "Young Hearts" to "Victims" she has delivered heartful hits and never won a Grammy. Her 32nd album, "Back to My Roots" has been nominated in the Best Gospel Roots category after 40 years. The album consists of 12 tracks with the artist dusting off spiritual and inspirational classics along with some notable assists and originals.   “I’m so surprised ,” says Staton. “I know  it’s  a  cliché  but  it’s   always nice just to be  nominated. I was nominated  before and a couple of times I was always up against Aretha Franklin who I  love  but  I  had  no chance of winning  against her . She just  dominated in  that   era.  I’m   proud   o f this album and  at this stage of my life,  I  hope  I can finally bring one home before I leave th...