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Secretary of State Antony Blinken insists U.S. support for Israel has not left it isolated, despite anger over Israel's offensive in Gaza. It's just one of the crises he's looking at as the year ends.

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases worldwide surpassed 10 million on Sunday while deaths topped half a million. Health officials estimate the actual case count could be much higher.

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One-third of the Texas blues-rock mainstay ZZ Top has died. Dusty Hill, the band's bassist and one of its vocalists, was 72 years old, and according to his bandmates died at his home in Houston.

The weeklong celebration of Kwanzaa is a perfect opportunity to revisit soothing, hearty winter foods, says celebrity chef Tanya Holland.

The summit will provide an opportunity for 120 middle and high school students to build relationships, exchange information, learn skills and knowledge to make positive changes and expose students to new careers as well as entrepreneurship ventures.

The event will include entertainment and a DJ, as well as unique immersive experiences such as reflection\neaction booths, selfie stations and a Tik Tok competition. While participating in a scavenger hunt and various workshops, youth have the opportunity to earn “Verified” cards that can be exchanged for prizes at the event “store.” Educational workshops will be facilitated by local industry experts on fashion, skin care & make-up, video media (YouTuber), physical therapy, art, technology, graphic design, audio engineering, entrepreneurship, law and finance. Breakfast, lunch, and swag bags will be provided

Exposure Projects mission is to equip middle and high school youth with the practical tools for career and character development by curating transformative experiences that impact future economic opportunities. The Youth Summit was created to provide young people the skills and knowledge to make that positive change while exposing them to Industry Experts that can increase their career goals. It is a place to increase social engagement and learn from other young people, to create opportunities for young people to be leaders in the community.

Free Nonprofit Financial Management Webinar
💻 Join Apparo for our October 17th webinar, Navigating Nonprofit Finances: Best Practices for Avoiding Financial Pitfalls! Apparo's webinars are free, but require registration. Webinars will be recorded and shared for later viewing with those who registered.

Here are the details:
10/17/24 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join Your Part-Time Controller, LLC (YPTC) for a lively discussion on financial management best practices for nonprofit leaders, with an emphasis on how to recognize red flags that indicate trouble. Throughout, we will incorporate real-world scenarios to help you assess your nonprofit’s financial health. Who Should Attend: Individuals who manage, volunteer on boards, or provide financial services for nonprofit organizations are encouraged to attend.

Learning objectives:

1. Participants will develop the ability to assess their nonprofit's financial health by applying best practices and analyzing real-world scenarios.

2. Participants will learn to recognize and interpret financial red flags that may indicate underlying issues within their nonprofit organization.

Presented by Shannon Poll and Keith Clarke, Your Part-Time Controller, LLC (YPTC)

Register today! https://apparo.org/nonprofits/it-education-training/nonprofit-bytes-and-insights/

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It's only Wednesday, but we have your link to all the conversations and ideas you need for your holiday: from a joyous sharing of astonishing musical moments to what it's like for a classical newcomer to tweet from a symphony hall.

A white New Yorker says her life changed after she wore an afro wig to a party. Michelle Joni Lapidos has been called a racist, but she tells host Michel Martin she meant no harm; she just loves wearing the fro.

Defense lawyers in the Sept. 11 military commissions trial at Guantanamo Bay will be allowed to see the secret section of the prison — known as Camp 7 — where the Sept. 11 defendants are held.

A new UNC System policy could bring changes to how universities join and leave athletic conferences.

Weekend Edition Sunday Host Rachel Martin speaks with NPR's Scott Horsley as President Obama departs for the G8 Summit in Northern Ireland.

For the seventh year in a row, Lance Armstrong has won the Tour de France. And this was a victory lap of sorts. Armstrong will retire at 33. Racing fans will miss him, but look forward to new competition.

Four NPR staffers recommend new novels in an early taste of our annual Books We Love round-up: "How High We Go in the Dark," "Vladimir," "Mecca" and "The Candy House."

Essence might be the longest-running magazine for black women, but the authors of a new book, The Man From Essence, say that the road to building the brand had many twists and turns.

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Cecilia Rouse, chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, about Biden's State of the Union address and the impact of the war in Ukraine on the U.S. economy.

If you're searching for music off the beaten path, here's the list for you. NPR Music's Tiny Desk editor and resident Viking scours the corners of the music world to find his favorite records of 2025.

The U.S.'s top film schools are prioritizing a diverse student body. The demand for better representation on screen and behind the camera requires a talent pipeline from film schools.

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