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April 07 Gas Prices Top $4 as Iran War Drives Costs Higher
Gas prices are climbing back above $4 a gallon as the war with Iran continues to drive up costs. New data from AAA shows rising prices nationwide, with sharp regional differences and increasing costs for electric vehicle charging as well.
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April 07 Vance Says Iran Deal Still Possible Ahead of Deadline
Vice President JD Vance says a deal with Iran is still possible as President Donald Trump’s deadline approaches. Speaking in Budapest, Hungary, Vance outlined two possible paths forward as tensions remain high over the Strait of Hormuz.
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April 07 Trump Warns ‘A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight’
President Donald Trump warned in a Truth Social post that “a whole civilization will die tonight” as he pressures Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The warning comes alongside U.S. airstrikes and rising tensions, with Iran signaling potential retaliation.
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April 07 #OTD: Billie Holiday Is Born — A Voice That Defined Jazz
On April 7, 1915, Billie Holiday was born. Known as “Lady Day,” she became one of the most influential voices in jazz, transforming music with her emotional depth and storytelling. Despite personal struggles, her legacy continues to shape American music.
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April 06 Trump Extends Iran Deadline, Warns of Strikes
President Donald Trump has extended a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning that failure to comply could result in U.S. strikes targeting bridges and power plants. The move comes amid rising tensions and concerns over global oil supply disruptions.
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April 06 Dr. Heavenly Kimes Enters Georgia Congressional Race
Reality television star and business owner Dr. Heavenly Kimes is running for Congress in Georgia’s 13th District, focusing on health care access, economic concerns and immigration policy. Kimes says her real-world experience sets her apart from traditional politicians.
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April 06 Matthew Henson Reached the North Pole — History Took Decades to Recognize It
On April 6, 1909, Matthew Henson became the first African American to reach the North Pole alongside Robert Peary. Despite his critical role in the expedition, Henson’s achievements went largely unrecognized for decades before he received long-overdue honors.
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April 06 Trump Signals Escalating Iran Strikes, Raising Legal Concerns
President Donald Trump is signaling potential U.S. strikes on Iranian infrastructure, raising legal concerns under international law. The warning, posted on Truth Social, comes as tensions escalate and oil prices surge amid disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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April 03 Trump Budget Boosts Defense, Cuts Programs for Low-Income Americans
President Donald Trump’s proposed 2027 budget calls for a major increase in defense spending while cutting or eliminating programs that serve low-income Americans. The proposal includes reductions to housing, job training and environmental programs, raising concerns about its broader impact.
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April 03 Trump Pushes Record Defense Budget Amid Iran Conflict
The Trump administration is seeking a massive increase in defense spending, proposing a $1.5 trillion budget for 2027 — potentially the largest in U.S. history. The move comes as the war with Iran escalates and raises concerns about the future of federal safety-net programs.
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AURN News brings you the stories that matter to Black America. Since 1973, American Urban Radio Networks has amplified Black voices and covered the issues that shape our lives. As the only Black-owned media network with a White House bureau, AURN delivers trusted, timely news from Capitol Hill, as well as This Day in History, health & wellness, finance, education, technology, and entertainment.