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Derek Chauvin Judge Drops Third-Degree Murder Charges In George Floyd Case

Hopelessness is beginning to sink in for many, especially after it was announced that the third-degree murder charges against Derek Chauvin, George Floyd’s killer, were dropped today.

The murder of George Floyd sparked global outrage, with many across the United States participating in protests to combat the obvious systemic oppression that many systems, including the police force, were built on.

Derek Chauvin, a former police officer, was responsible for the killing of Floyd, kneeling on the back of his neck for nearly nine minutes and cutting off his airway. 

Chauvin was charged with third-degree murder, second-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter days after Floyd’s death.

This morning, it was revealed that one of those charges was dropped.

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As reported by CNN, a Hennepin County judge has dismissed the third-degree murder charges against Chauvin. The second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter charges remain.

At the beginning of this month, Chauvin was released from jail on a $1 million bond.


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The other officers involved in the case are only looking at charges associated with aiding and abetting second-degree murder and aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter. Those charges remain for Tou Thao, Thomas Lane, and Alexander Kueng.

We will continue to keep you updated on any developments in this case.

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Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 makes a stand for afrobeat against corruption on latest release Na Dem feat. Tom Morello.

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Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 deliver a powerful afrobeat statement with “Na Dem,” Featuring Tom Morello and produced by Femi Koleoso. The track has been a fan favourite even before its official release, and comes with the unmistakable spirit of protest, truth-telling, and social accountability that have long characterized Afrobeat’s most impactful moments.

The song’s heart is a direct challenge to corruption and the abuse of power. Instead of singling out one profession or institution for its critique, “Na Dem” identifies a larger culture of dishonesty, targeting bad lawyers, bad doctors, bad politicians, and anyone who would sell their integrity for personal gain. The message is sharp and uncompromising and delivered with the urgency that has become a hallmark of Seun Kuti’s artistry.

The inclusion of Tom Morello adds another level of intensity to the record. His presence adds to the song’s rebellious energy, creating a powerful intersection between the rhythmic activism of Afrobeat and the confrontational edge of rock. The result of the collaboration is a track that is both timeless and of the moment.

The song’s dedication to principle is what rings true. The moral center of the record is Seun’s statement that he would never prostitute his conscience for money. It turns “Na Dem” from a critique into a declaration of personal values, responsibility, and resistance.

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Deaf Radio returning to a place that feels familiar but has changed on “No Place Like Home”

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Deaf Radio offers a deeply affecting experience with “No Place Like Home,” a haunting meditation on grief, memory, and the enduring connection between family and place. Rather than a story of loss, the song invites listeners into the emotional experience of returning to a place that feels familiar but has changed.

It’s an open letter to the people, the moments that used to make home. It captures the unsettling experience of walking into a house where everything is still there, the clothes, the scents, the light streaming through the windows, but the person who gave those details meaning is gone. There is only a lingering ache that fills every room.

It’s a complex emotional journey that runs just under eight minutes in “No Place Like Home.” Its structure does not allow for repetition, each section uncovering another layer of feeling. The song begins with a hushed looping arpeggio and the striking line “your tough mother’s love”, immediately setting a deeply personal tone. From there, it spills out into spare, humane verses before exploding into ninety seconds of crushing guitars and feedback that feel like grief breaking through emotional constraint.

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