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by Toter - 3 weeks ago

Empower Education: Invest in Schools to Prevent Future Challenges

Reflecting on Malcolm X's "The Ballot or the Bullet," the Black community must choose empowerment through education. Systemic neglect leads to underfunded schools and lost futures. Prioritizing politics over students creates a divisive system. Advocacy is crucial for equitable policies, ensuring eve...

by Toter - 3 weeks ago

Trump's Address to Congress: Highlights and Missed Connections

Indianapolis reflects mixed reactions to Trump’s Congress speech on economic, immigration, and foreign policies. Some praise his economic and security measures, while others criticize immigration and international relations stances. Leaders express diverse opinions on his promises, with Democrats hi...

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Celebrating Influential and Unforgettable Women

Beginning Women's Empowerment Month, we celebrate historical achievements. Biblical figures like Abigail, Miriam, and Rizpah exemplify greatness. Which heroine inspires you—Rahab, Deborah, or Queen Vashti? Embrace sisterhood, support one another, and create a legacy of strength and empowerment. How...

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"Marjorie Harvey Shocks Steve with Bold Pool Boy Swap Confession"

Steve and Marjorie Harvey's 17-year marriage faced online scrutiny. A 2017 "Celebrity Family Feud" clip resurfaced, where Marjorie humorously suggested trading Steve for a pool boy, sparking laughter and awkwardness. The episode gained millions of views, with fans joking about Steve's reaction. Thei...

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"Remembering Roy Ayers: Jazz Funk Icon Passes Away at 84"

Photo: Getty Images Roy Ayers, the iconic artist known for "Everybody Loves the Sunshine," has passed away at 84, as reported by NBC News. His family announced his death on March 4, 2025, in New York City. A revered vibraphonist, Ayers greatly influenced nu-soul and jazz funk, inspiring countless...

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IRT Reinvents "The Glass Menagerie" Classic

The Indiana Repertory Theatre presents Tennessee Williams’ “The Glass Menagerie,” directed by James Still, from March 11 to April 16. This innovative production explores disability and identity within an American family. Engage in additional artist discussions and community talks. Experience this ti...

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Kendrick Perkins Responds to Charles Barkley's ESPN Challenge

ESPN networks will broadcast TNT's Inside the NBA, but tensions rise as Charles Barkley criticizes ESPN's coverage of the Lakers, targeting Kendrick Perkins. Perkins responded on X, challenging Barkley to keep the same energy in person. Despite ongoing feuds, TNT will continue producing Inside the N...

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UMKC's Carl Allen Honored as Jazz Education Network's Top Educator

Carl Allen, UMKC's Jazz Studies Professor, won the 2025 Ellis Marsalis, Jr. Educator of the Year Award from the Jazz Education Network. Allen, a former Juilliard artistic director, boasts over 225 recordings and a music degree from William Paterson University. The Journal of Blacks in Higher Educat...

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D.C. Mayor Honors Historic Anacostia's Vibrant New Black-Owned Businesses

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser celebrated the grand openings of three Black-owned businesses in Anacostia: Sweet Tooth Cafe, Sapodilla’s Caribbean Restaurant, and Grounded. Funded through the city’s Food Access and Neighborhood Prosperity Funds, these establishments enhance community, promote job creation...