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by Toter - 1 month ago

Memorial Day Closures: City Offices Shut and Trash Collection Rescheduled

In recognition of Memorial Day, all City of Pittsburgh offices, alongside a number of CitiParks facilities, will remain closed on Monday, May 26, 2025. Residents should note that refuse and recycling services will experience a one-day delay throughout the week. Refuse Collection Schedule: - Mond...

by Toter - 1 month ago

Decency Meets Daring: The Fashion Red Carpet Revolution at Cannes

As the Cannes Film Festival approaches, attention has shifted from glitzy films to its fashion protocols. The festival insists on adhering to a classic black-tie dress code at the Grand Theatre Lumière, mandating “long dresses and tuxedos,” while permitting cocktail dresses and tailored pantsuits fo...

by Toter - 1 month ago

Like Malcolm X, Black Men Are Turning to Islam for Direction and Belonging

In his memoir, Malcolm X addresses what he perceives as the "hypocrisy" within Christianity, criticizing its historical connections to slavery and its doctrine of passivity in the face of racial injustice. This commentary strikes a chord among a growing cohort of Black men, especially those incarcer...

by Toter - 1 month ago

Malcolm: A Hip-Hop Legend Inspiring the Next Generation

Malcolm X emerged as a groundbreaking intellect, fervently challenging capitalism, white supremacy, and the myths surrounding integration. His bold perspectives garnered him a prophetic reputation among young Black Americans during pivotal moments such as the Reagan era, the Gulf War, and debates re...

by Toter - 1 month ago

Rediscovering Malcolm X: The Untold Layers of a Civil Rights Giant

Throughout American history, the assassinations of influential Black leaders have catalyzed deep fears and challenged the moral compass of those fighting for freedom and justice. The tragic losses of figures like Medgar Evers and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. resonate profoundly with the Black communit...

by Toter - 1 month ago

Don’t Be Surprised: School Segregation Has Been Hiding in Plain Sight

Despite the landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling, studies reveal that K–12 public schools in the U.S. are today more racially segregated than in 1954. Recently, the U.S. Department of Justice quietly rescinded a long-standing federal desegregation order in Louisiana, which has implications f...

by Toter - 1 month ago

Experience The Energetic Spirit of San Francisco’s 2025 Carnaval!

On May 24 and 25, 2025, San Francisco invites locals to immerse themselves in the rich cultures of the African Diaspora during its anticipated Carnaval festival, themed “Afro-Mundo: African Diaspora in the Americas.” With a history spanning 47 years, this vibrant celebration kickstarts the summer, e...

by Toter - 1 month ago

Revisiting George Floyd: Catalyst for Change or a Sustainable Movement?

The killing of George Floyd shocked the nation and ignited a global outcry against racial injustice and police brutality. Captured on video, a White officer kneeling on Floyd’s neck as he pleaded for breath became a symbol of systemic failure. In the aftermath, then-President Trump promised reforms...