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Dear Class of 2020: Taylor Swift, Katy Perry and more deliver stunning performances and touching tributes

Making this year’s graduation ceremony extra special, some of the biggest celebrities in the entertainment industry joined YouTube’s virtual graduation and celebrated the Class of 2020. The long list of stars included Beyoncé, BTS, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Barack and Michelle Obama, Lizo, Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga, and many more.

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‘A long time coming’: Virginia to remove statue of Robert E. Lee

Richmond, the hometown that once denied Ashe access to segregated public tennis courts.Finally, in 2019, the City Council approved the renaming over the objections of some city residents. So it was gratifying, Harris said, to see Virginia‘s governor announce plans to remove an iconic statue of Confederate Gen.

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George Floyd protests: Man protesting in Bakersfield, Calif. hit by vehicle

Warning: This video contains disturbing content, discretion is advised. Video evidence released by the Bakersfield Police Department in California on Sunday appears to show the moment a man was hit by a vehicle while he was taking part in a protest on Wednesday.

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Lady Gaga addresses death of George Floyd: “Change will happen and it will be for the better.”

Lady Gaga has addressed the death of George Floyd in an impassioned virtual address for 2020 graduates.Speaking as part of YouTube’s virtual “Dear Class of 2020″ commencement celebration on Sunday (June 7), the singer said she originally recorded a speech that “reflected the shared experience” of coronavirus experienced by the class of 2020.But after Floyd’s death last month, Gaga realised she had to address the Black Lives Matter movement and protests across the US.She said: “My speech was recorded before the murder of George Floyd and the subsequent activist movement…while my original commencement speech may not be directly relevant to what this country most needs right now, I wish to tell you today that though there is much to be sad

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George Floyd's family's lawyer believes murder charge should be changed to first degree

George Floyd's family's lawyer, Benjamin Crump, appeared on Good Morning Britain today and spoke to hosts Piers Morgan and Susanna Reid.

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Beyonce applauds Class of 2020 for starting ‘real change’

Beyonce has commended the Class of 2020 for putting into motion the “wheels of change” in a powerful commencement speech for a YouTube special.The superstar delivered a moving address for the Dear Class of 2020 virtual celebration, which streamed online on Sunday, and applauded students for achieving academic success “in the middle of a global crisis, a racial pandemic, and worldwide expression outrage at the senseless killing of yet another unarmed black human being”, in reference to Minnesota man George Floyd. “And you still made it,” Beyonce smiled.

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The Latest: Man drives at protesters in Seattle, shoots one

TOP OF THE HOUR:— Man drives at Floyd protesters in Seattle, shoots one person— Seattle mayor, police chief criticized for police use of flash bangs, pepper spray— Artists paint ‘End Racism Now’ on street in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina— Romney becomes first known Republican senator to march in protest___SEATTLE — Authorities say a man drove a car at George Floyd protesters in Seattle Sunday night, hit a barricade then exited the vehicle brandishing a pistol. At least one person was injured.

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Black Lives Matter: Michael B Jordan urges Hollywood to support black talent in a powerful protest speech

In an attempt to combat the racial inequality in the USA, Michael B. Jordan called for Hollywood to invest in black staff during a protest.

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Lady Gaga encourages kindness and love during inspiring graduation speech to the class of 2020

Lady Gaga gave the class of 2020 an incredibly powerful and motivational seven-minute speech on Sunday.The Chromatica singer spoke about the importance of kindness when trying to make changes for the good of the world.The 34-year-old began by revealing she had completely changed her speech following the death of George Floyd and the continual racial injustices the black community faces daily.

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Nick Cannon addresses Black Lives Matter protest in Times Square wearing 'I still can't breath' mask

Nick Cannon has been on the frontlines of the ongoing protests against police brutality and racism, which included flying to Minneapolis to attend demonstrations near where George Floyd was killed while in police custody.And on Sunday The Masked Singer host made his presence felt when he attended the rally in Times Square in New York City in support of Black Lives Matter.With the city curfew now lifted, it was just one of nearly three dozen gatherings and protests happening on Sunday in New York's five boroughs.

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ACLU files lawsuit against Minnesota police over journalists allegedly targeted at protests

FILE - A medic protester assists a member of the media after police started firing tear gas and rubber bullets near the 5th police precinct during a demonstration to call for justice for George Floyd, a black man who died while in custody of the Minn MINNEAPOLIS - The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Minnesota has announced that is filing a class-action lawsuit against Minnesota’s state and local law enforcement officials, citing instances in which journalists have allegedly experienced “repeated abuse” by law enforcement officers while covering protests in the wake of the death of George Floyd. The announcement comes as videos and images continue to surface of questionable police tactics on demonstrators who have been protesting in

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Video shows supplies littering sidewalk after NC police destroy volunteer medic tent during protest

ASHEVILLE, N.C. - Video posted by a volunteer shows supplies at a medic tent being destroyed by police officers in North Carolina at a protest on June 2 in the wake of the death of George Floyd during an encounter with Minneapolis police. Photo journalist Angie Wilhelm posted a photo on Twitter of one of the Asheville officers emptying out a case of water bottles.

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Houston to hold 6-hour public viewing of Floyd's casket

HOUSTON – Mourners will be able to view George Floyd's casket Monday in his hometown of Houston, the final stop of a series of memorials in his honor.A six-hour viewing will be held Monday at The Fountain of Praise church in southwest Houston. The viewing is open to the public, though visitors will be required to wear a mask and gloves to comply with coronavirus-related guidelines.

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Lady Gaga Addresses Police Brutality and Systemic Racism in Powerful Speech for 'Dear Class Of 2020'

Lady Gaga is speaking out against police brutality in a powerful message to this year's graduating class.

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BTS Donates $1 Million to Black Lives Matter After Expressing Solidarity With Protests

Black Lives Matter movement earlier this week, BTS is backing up their support with a sizable donation. The K-pop super group, along with record label Big Hit Entertainment, donated $1 million to Black Lives Matter, according to multiple reports.The donation — which comes shortly after BTS shared a message in support for the ongoing protests against police brutality and racial injustice — was confirmed by Managing Director for Black Lives Matter, Kailee Scales, in a statement to on Sunday.«Black people all over the world are in pain at this moment from the trauma of centuries of oppression,» Scales said.

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White House anti-riot fencing now covered with signs from protesters

WASHINGTON (FOX 5 DC) - The anti-riot fencing surrounding the White House has been covered with signs left by protesters as crowds come together in solidarity against police brutality following the death of George Floyd. Demonstrators in the nation’s capital joined forces to support the Black Lives Matter movement demanding social change, equality, and justice for Floyd and the many other Black men and women who died in the hands of police.Their signs were an extension of their pleas to end racism.Crosses and drawings of victims of police violence and racism are hung on a fence at Lafayette Square near the White House, during ongoing protests against police brutality and racism, on June 7, 2020 in Washington, DC.

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George Floyd: Minneapolis councillors signal intent to dismantle embattled police department

Nearly two weeks since George Floyd’s death in police custody, a majority of Minneapolis city council members say they’re planning to vote to dismantle the city’s police department. As anti-racism protests continue across the U.S., the overwhelming impacts of COVID-19 and high unemployment rate on Black Americans are also in focus.

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Coronavirus: The New Reality – June 7

In this edition of Coronavirus: The New Reality, we look into the growing unrest and protests around anti-Black racism happening in Canada and around the world and the challenge it poses during a pandemic. Even before George Floyd was killed, this pandemic was infected by racism, we explore how Asian Canadians have been targeted.

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Biden to meet with George Floyd's family before funeral

WASHINGTON – Former Vice President Joe Biden plans to travel to Houston to meet with the family of George Floyd and will provide a video message for Floyd's funeral service.A Biden aide on Sunday described the plans of the Democratic presidential candidate. They did not include attending the service.Biden expects to give the family his condolences, said the aide, who discussed Biden's plans on condition of anonymity.Funeral services Monday will follow a six-hour viewing for Floyd, who was raised in Houston.

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As Bristol protesters topple slave trader statue, Colston Hall are working to change their name

protests continue to take place across the US and around the world after George Floyd, an African-American man, was killed in Minneapolis when a white police officer knelt on his neck for nearly nine-minutes and ignored the man’s pleas that he couldn’t breathe.Today (June 7), protesters in Bristol used ropes to pull down the bronze statue of Edward Colston, a prominent 17th Century slave trader, who has been a controversial figure in the city for many years.Edward Colston statue pulled down by BLM protesters in Bristol. Colston was a 17th century slave trader who has numerous landmarks named after him in Bristol.

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When protesters cry 'defund the police,' what does it mean?

WASHINGTON – Protesters are pushing to “defund the police" over the death of George Floyd and other black Americans killed by law enforcement. Their chant has become rallying cry — and a stick for President Donald Trump to use on Democrats as he portrays them as soft on crime.

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NASCAR vows to do better job addressing racial injustice

HAMPTON, Ga. – HAMPTON, Ga.Bubba Wallace donned a black T-shirt with the words “I Can't Breathe” and NASCAR paused before Sunday's Cup race at Atlanta Motor Speedway to acknowledge the country's social unrest. The governing body vowed to to do a better job of addressing racial injustice in the wake of George Floyd's death.During their warm-up laps, the 40 cars pulled to a stop in front of the empty grandstands and shut off their engines so NASCAR President Steve Phelps could deliver a message over their radio sets.

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Beyonce Hopes for 'Real Change' After George Floyd's Death in Moving Commencement Speech

Beyonce had a very poignant message for the class of 2020. The superstar gave a moving commencement address during Sunday's special, praising graduates for how they've handled «arriving in the middle» of a global pandemic and moment of change for black Americans following the tragic deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor. «Thank you for using your collective voice and letting the world know that Black Lives Matter. The killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and so many others have left us all broken.

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Man seen clinging to hood of moving car during Pensacola demonstrations

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Livestream: Michelle And Barack Obama, Lady Gaga, Beyonce & Many More Featured In Virtual Grad Ceremony

On Sunday, YouTube is presenting a virtual graduation ceremony to all those graduates who won’t be able to accept their diplomas onstage this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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SZA Calls Out CrossFit CEO for Mocking Pandemic & George Floyd Protests

SZA is calling out CrossFit CEO, Greg Glassman.

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Lewis Capaldi joins thousands of Black Lives Matter protestors in Edinburgh

Lewis Capaldi supported the Black Lives Matter movement this weekend by attending a protest in Edinburgh. The Someone You Loved singer joined thousands of protestors at Holyrood Park in the Scottish city on Sunday (7 June) in memory of George Floyd, who died last month following a brutal arrest by police officers in Minnesota.Putting health and safety first amid the coronavirus pandemic, Lewis wore a black face mask and while he was accompanied by a group of friends, appeared to be socially distanced from other protestors. At one point, Lewis and his mates stopped to take a swig from his water bottle before giving a thumbs up to fans. Lewis, 23, took part in Blackout Tuesday last week, which saw celebrities around the world share black

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Commissioner: 768 arrests, 27 officers injured in continued violence around Philadelphia

Police monitor activity during widespread unrest following the death of George Floyd on May 31, 2020 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Protests have erupted all across the country in response to the death of George Floyd while in police custody six days PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw addressed ongoing unrest, protests, and riots in the city on Friday. After a weekend of nearly nonstop violence, the National Guard arrived late Sunday to help contain the continued disorder and destruction.

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Pink Rocks A ‘Rosa Parks’ Shirt As She Steps Out With Husband Carey Hart For A Black Lives Matter Protest

Pink is certainly using her platform for good! The singer was among the celebs who marched in solidarity with hundreds of thousands of people around the country, in the wake of the tragic death of George Floyd. The 40-year-old shared a photo of herself at a protest in the Santa Ynez Valley in California on June 6, where she resides with her husband Carey Hart.

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Female police officer thrown from horse at George Floyd protest suffered broken bones

George Floyd protest sustained a broken collar bone, broken ribs and a collapsed lung from the horrific incident. The horse bolted after protesters threw stones, water bottles and even a bike – causing the mounted officer to collide with traffic lights and fall heavily onto the tarmac.She is still receiving treatment in hospital and it’s thought that she could be off duty for up to four months while she recuperates, according to an announcement from the Metropolitan Police Federation.Federation Chairman Ken Marsh described the officer thrown from her horse as “a hero”.Speaking on BBC Breakfast, Mr Marsh said: “She's stable – she has some quite nasty injuries which she sustained.

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Orlando officials lift curfew in downtown Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced Saturday that the 8 p.m. curfew in downtown Orlando will be lifted Sunday.Officials had originally decided to enforce the 8 p.m.

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Protesters want to replace Minneapolis Police Department with ‘community-led safety’

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Thousands gathered for another weekend of protests in Minneapolis. Their chants calling for justice for George Floyd but also the defunding the Minneapolis Police Department.As they marched down University Avenue in northeast Minneapolis on Saturday, thousands called for an end to the city’s police department.Thousands gathered for another weekend of protests in Minneapolis.

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Criterion Collection stream movies by black filmmakers for free

The Criterion Collection has begun streaming a number of acclaimed films by black filmmakers for free.“Dear Criterion community,” the service began in a statement posted to Twitter. “This has been a powerfully emotional time.“The disproportionate toll that COVID-19 has taken on communities of colour; the murders of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, and Tony McDade; and the casually lethal racism of the Central Park dog walker who called for the cops on bird-watcher Christian Cooper have once again thrown into sharp focus the inescapable reality of systematic racism in our society and the many kinds of violence it inflicts on black Americans every day.”Black Lives Matter.

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George Floyd protests: Anti-racism demonstrations held throughout Toronto

For the second day, anti-racism demonstrators marched through the streets of Toronto. As Seán O’Shea reports, it was a peaceful protest except for one arrest of a person at city hall who was wearing black face paint and clashing with others.

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Largely peaceful protests against police brutality march on

WASHINGTON – Massive protests against police brutality nationwide capped a week that began in chaos but ended with largely peaceful expressions that organizers hope will sustain their movement.Tens of thousands of people marched Saturday with few reports of problems in scenes that were more often festive than tense.Wearing masks and urging fundamental change, protesters gathered in dozens of places from coast to coast while mourners in North Carolina waited for hours to glimpse the golden coffin carrying the body of native son George Floyd, the black man whose death at the hands of Minneapolis police has galvanized the expanding movement.Collectively, it was perhaps the largest one-day mobilization since Floyd died May 25 and came as many

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Jennifer Aniston gives $1 million to racial justice charity: 'It's our responsibility to make noise'

Jennifer Aniston has donated a substantial sum of money 'to the charity she felt resonated with her the most' after being 'deeply affected' by the unjust killing of unarmed black man George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police.The Friends actress, 51, gave $1 million to Color Of Change, a nonprofit civil rights advocacy group and 'the nation’s largest online racial justice organization,' according to The Mirror.As a source explained, 'Like most people, Jen has been deeply affected by what is going on in America and the terrible injustice that people of color experience every day.' 'Deeply affected': Jennifer Aniston has donated a substantial sum of money 'to the charity she felt resonated with her the most' after recent events'She

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Black Scots filmmaker battles to shield daughter from racism 'virus' after death of George Floyd

diverse and welcoming nation but scratch the surface and sometimes the reality is very different. It has taken the killing of George Floyd at the hands of a white Minneapolis police officer to make every country look more closely at how to define and deal with racism.In this country, we recognise the problems of sectarianism but can be blind to the issues faced by black, Asian and ethnic minorities in our communities.Designer-turned-filmmaker Stewart Kyasimire, 39, made a BBC documentary last year called Black & Scottish.Here, he reveals what it was like growing up as a black man in Scotland, from his school days blighted by outright abuse to more subtle racism as an adult."You’re going to have to work five times harder than the white

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Scots cops feel 'pressured' to 'take the knee' at Black Lives Matter demos

Police union leaders have revealed officers have raised fears over being pressured to “take the knee” at demos held today in memory of George Floyd. Rallies organised by Black Lives Matter are expected to take place in Edinburgh and Glasgow despite Covid-19 lockdown restrictions still being in place.

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Commissioner Outlaw marches with demonstrators at George Floyd protest

PHILADELPHIA - A week ago Saturday, peaceful protests that began in response to the police custody death of George Floyd devolved into rioting, violence and looting. Seven days later, the protests continued with a much different demeanor. Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw was seen marching among the thousands of protesters who began their demonstration at the Philadelphia Art Museum."We have to come together in order to find meaningful solutions," Outlaw said.

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Philadelphia Police Commissioner Outlaw marches with demonstrators at George Floyd protest

PHILADELPHIA - A week ago Saturday, peaceful protests that began in response to the police custody death of George Floyd devolved into rioting, violence and looting. Seven days later, the protests continued with a much different demeanor. Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw was seen marching among the thousands of protesters who peacefully began their demonstration at the Philadelphia Art Museum."We have to come together in order to find meaningful solutions," Outlaw said.

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Joe Jonas Pregnant Sophie Turner Join Black Lives Matter Protest: ‘No Justice, No Peace’

Joe Jonas, 30, and Sophie Turner, 24, shared photos and videos from a Black Lives Matter protest on Saturday, June 6 following the death of George Floyd. “We stand, we kneel, we lay down with you,” the Game of Thrones star posted on her Instagram story, adding the hashtags, #BlackLivesMatter, #ICantBreathe and #NoJusticeNoPeace. The pregnant actress appeared to be surrounded by hundreds of peaceful protestors sitting and laying in a grassy field in what fans believe to be Mammoth Lakes, California.

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Tombstones near where George Floyd died in Minneapolis honor people who died in police altercations

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A display of art is sending a powerful message just blocks from the spot where George Floyd died nearly two weeks ago.In a yard off 37th and Park Avenue, dozens of tombstones have been set up featuring names including Philando Castile, Freddie Gray, and George Floyd, all men and women who lost their lives at the hands of police officers.Speaking with a FOX 9 reporter, the artist who made the project said "we want it to speak for itself."The memorial is one of many works of art that continue to draw attention to issues of race in the aftermath of George Floyd's death.Two blocks away, a rally to honor George Floyd's life continued for yet another day.

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Oregon city joins others in curbing tear gas, police tactics

SEATTLE – Portland, Oregon, Mayor Ted Wheeler on Saturday ordered the city’s police to stop using a common type of tear gas except as a last resort in life-threatening situations, making it one of several cities that have started restricting law enforcement tactics in response to widespread protests over the killing of George Floyd.Wheeler issued a statement saying he shares community concerns about the use of CS gas, especially during a respiratory-illness pandemic. Critics have called on the Portland Police Bureau to permanently ban the use of CS gas on protesters.“I strongly believe that gas should not be used to disperse crowds of non-violent protestors or for general crowd management purposes,” Wheeler tweeted.

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RHOA’s Cynthia Bailey Fiance’ Mike Hill Discuss Why They Took Their 3 Daughters To LA Protests

The Real Housewives of Atlanta‘s Cynthia Bailey, 53, fiancé Mike Hill, 49, and their three daughters took a break from quarantining to peacefully protest following the brutal murder of George Floyd on May 25. “It felt so good to go out in the name of justice,” Cynthia told HollywoodLife EXCLUSIVELY from her Los Angeles home in a video interview on June 5. “From that point, the focus turned from COVID-19 to Black Lives Matter,” she said, going on to note that the protests attracted “all kinds of people.”

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Large crowds march across California for George Floyd

SAN FRANCISCO – Thousands of demonstrators filled the streets in San Francisco, Sacramento, Simi Valley, San Diego, Los Angeles and elsewhere across California on Saturday, continuing more than a week of protest marches expressing outrage over the death of George Floyd.Roderick Sweeney, 49, who is black, said he was overwhelmed to see the large turnout of white protesters waving signs that said “Black Lives Matter” as hundreds marched back and forth across San Francisco's famed Golden Gate Bridge. “We’ve had discussions in our family and among friends that nothing is going to change until our white brothers and sisters voice their opinion," he said.

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Jennifer Aniston donates $1million to anti-racism charity in support of Black Lives Matter

Jennifer Aniston has made a $1million (£790,000) donation to an anti-racism charity in honour of the Black Lives Matter movement. The Friends star made the sizeable donation to the Color Of Change charity, to show her support for Black Lives Matter in the wake of George Floyd’s death. George Floyd died during his arrest when a police officer knelt on his neck for almost nine minutes as he told them he couldn’t breathe. A source said Jennifer wanted to help fight the injustice black people continue to face, telling the Sunday Mirror: ‘Like most people, Jen has been deeply affected by what is going on in America and the terrible injustice that people of colour experience every day. ‘She wanted to show her support, and has donated a big sum to

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George Floyd’s Life Celebrated at Public Memorial Service in North Carolina

Large crowds of mourners came out today to pay respect to George Floyd, who lost his life at the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department, sparking nationwide protest. A two-hour public viewing was held in Raeford, about 25 miles outside of Fayetteville — where the 46-year-old man was born.

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Family, public officials gather in North Carolina for song-filled memorial service to George Floyd

RAEFORD, N.C. - George Floyd's family members gathered for a song- and prayer-filled private memorial service Saturday in the North Carolina town where he grew up.A public viewing was held earlier in Raeford, the small town near Fayetteville where Floyd was born 46 years ago, which drew long lines of mourners from around the country.Family members and public officials spoke at the service honoring Floyd, whose death last week in Minneapolis police custody has sparked protests across the U.S. and the world against police brutality and racism.Zsa-Zsa (L) and LaTonya Floyd, sisters of George Floyd, are embraced by family at the private viewing and memorial service outside the Cape Fear Conference B Church in Raeford, North Carolina, on June 6,

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