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Sickle cell disease poses significant challenges for many Black families, who often face a healthcare system that neglects their needs. In Michigan, where this hereditary blood disorder affects thousands, efforts to improve care are now jeopardized by political decisions. The CDC's recent cuts to it...
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Giannis Antetokounmpo just passed LeBron James, James Harden, and Stephen Curry to become the NBA’s top scorer since 2015, with 18,983 points—yet he’s brushing off the milestone with typical humility. After a fan posted the stat on X with a shocked reaction, the Milwaukee Bucks superstar responded...
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The classroom has long been a site of struggle for equity. In Michigan, many Black parents have fought for Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for their children, while educators have seen students fall through the cracks of a rigid system. Thankfully, change is on the horizon.
Starting next...
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My family's shopping excursions significantly shaped my fashion perspective and continue to influence my style today. Recently, at The Emily Hotel in Chicago's Fulton Market District, cultural leaders Dave Jeff and Yohance Lacour shared an enlightening dialogue on sneaker culture and creativity, mod...
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Ivanka Trump is under fire after a flirtatious moment with 23-year-old Eagles cornerback Eli Ricks went viral. During the team’s White House visit to celebrate their Super Bowl win, Ricks posted online that Ivanka was “exactly my type.” The buzz escalated when Trump, 43, reportedly left a personal...
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In late April, we commemorated the life of Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu, a profound advocate for social and educational equity who devoted his 71 years to uplifting Black children. Now an ancestor, we trust he witnesses our efforts as co-guardians of his vital teachings. Dr. Kunjufu's impactful career shatte...
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Chicago is poised to commemorate a significant occasion, inviting everyone to join in the festivities. On Saturday, June 14, the Archdiocese of Chicago will organize a monumental gathering at Rate Field, celebrating Pope Leo XIV, the first pontiff hailing from the Chicago area. This event promises a...
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The New Pittsburgh Courier reports that Rodman Street Missionary Baptist Church will commemorate its 140th anniversary on Sunday, May 18, at 9 a.m. After 24 years of dedicated service, Pastor Delano R. Paige retired in 2008, leading to the installation of Rev. Dr. Darryl T. Canady in 2010. Pastor C...
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An excessive force lawsuit initiated by the mother of a Black man fatally shot by police during a Houston traffic stop is set to proceed, as affirmed by the Supreme Court. On May 15, justices unanimously allowed the case of Ashtian Barnes, who was killed by an officer in April 2016, to advance, as r...
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Actress Jenifer Lewis and gymnast Simone Biles have received honorary degrees from Washington University. The prestigious recognition occurred during the commencement ceremony in St. Louis on Sunday, May 12, as noted by theGrio. Lewis was awarded a Doctorate in Fine Arts, while Biles earned a degree...
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In a landmark decision advancing constitutional protections, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously struck down the “moment-of-threat” doctrine long used to shield law enforcement from civil liability in police shootings. The case, Barnes v. Felix, stems from the 2016 killing of Ashtian Barnes, a Black...
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At a multi-faith breakfast on Friday, Rev. Al Sharpton criticized affluent Black individuals for what he termed “Negro amnesia,” believing they neglect to honor the struggles of previous generations in their rise to success. As keynote speaker for the inaugural Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, organized...
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The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) is poised to conduct a pivotal webinar titled “DEI in the Private Sector – Key Developments for NJ Businesses” on Monday, May 19, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The session will feature esteemed legal experts from Seyfarth Shaw LLP, under the...
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A transgender rights advocate proudly displays a flag at the Trans Day of Visibility rally on March 31, 2025, at the National Mall in Washington, DC.
By Matteo Winkler and Marcelle A. Laliberté, HEC Paris Business School
In recent months, U.S. diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies have...
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“But we possess this remarkable treasure in fragile vessels, ensuring that the magnificence of the power is divinely inspired and not of ourselves. We encounter challenges on all fronts, yet remain undeterred; perplexities arise, but despair evades us; we face persecution, yet we are not abandoned;...