by Toter - 2 months ago
A former Black female employee, Barbara Blake, has initiated a $6 million lawsuit against FedEx, alleging termination in retaliation for her reports of racism in the workplace. Blake's career with FedEx began in 1997, where she transitioned through various roles, ultimately serving as an armed secur...
by Toter - 2 months ago
In just nine months, newly appointed Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater remarkably guided his former high school, Miami-Northwestern, to its eighth state championship. This victory against Raines High (Jacksonville) culminated an impressive 12-2 season, highlighted by a remarkable te...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Recent appointments in academia highlight the accomplishments of several professionals across various institutions. Brandon Toliver has taken up a role at Tuskegee University in Alabama, while Brandon Nzekwe joins the College of Southern Maryland. In Louisiana, Kenyatta Shamburger has been appointed...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Eddie Murphy’s extensive career in Hollywood has granted him insight into innumerable cinematic moments, yet a recent disclosure regarding his experience on the set of “Dreamgirls” has ignited considerable debate on social media. Celebrating nearly 50 years in the entertainment industry, Murphy shar...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Recent research has uncovered that King George IV may have gleaned personal profits from slavery in Grenada. Desirée Baptiste, a specialist in transatlantic slavery and colonialism at the National Archives in London, discovered an 1823-24 payment record equating to today’s value of $138,490. This su...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s heartfelt tribute to his wife, Cheryl Hines, garnered admiration from supporters but also criticism from detractors. His anniversary post, celebrating eleven years together, prompted discussions about a past scandal. The Secretary's message, shared on August 3, 2025, amassed...
by Toter - 2 months ago
What seemed like a straightforward delivery turned into an unforeseen ordeal for Faith Morris, who described the experience as a nightmare. At approximately 2 a.m. on July 11, Morris accepted a lucrative DoorDash order from Fryerz in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As a mother striving to support her family,...
by Toter - 2 months ago
In an unexpected exchange on "The Story with Martha MacCallum," Fox News "The Five" co-host Jessica Tarlov fiercely criticized her conservative counterparts for their outrage towards Texas Democrats who fled to obstruct a gerrymandering vote during a special legislative session. Tarlov highlighted t...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Jackie Hill, the recently appointed president of the NAACP Pittsburgh Branch, announced to the New Pittsburgh Courier that an official installation ceremony for the branch’s officers was forthcoming. This event took place on Saturday, August 2, at the Ebenezer Baptist Church in the Hill District, fe...
by Toter - 2 months ago
**This Week in Black History: August 6-12** August 6 In 1870, one of the most overtly racist acts post-Civil War occurred as White extremists violently suppressed Black voting rights in Tennessee, undermining a coalition of Black and progressive White legislators and effectively concluding Reconst...
by Toter - 2 months ago
From last year’s rally, Donald Trump touted the Epstein files as evidence of a Democratic cover-up designed to shield pedophiles from justice. Now, faced with intensified public scrutiny, he labels the situation a “hoax.” This is a notable shift for Trump, who previously amplified conspiracy theorie...
by Toter - 2 months ago
At last year's rally, Donald Trump touted the Epstein files as evidence of a Democratic cover-up aimed at shielding pedophiles from accountability. Now, under increasing scrutiny, he dismisses it all as a “hoax.” This reversal is notable, as Trump previously fueled conspiracy theories regarding Je...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Jennifer Lopez's attempt to shop at a Chanel store in Istanbul took an unexpected turn. According to The Daily Mail, the renowned actress was denied entry into the luxury boutique at Istinye Park mall, as security personnel did not recognize her. When Lopez sought access on August 4, a guard reporte...
by Toter - 2 months ago
President Donald Trump has mandated the Department of Commerce to initiate a new U.S. census that excludes undocumented individuals, according to Newsweek. On August 7, Trump declared on his Truth Social platform, "I have directed our Department of Commerce to commence work on a new, highly accurate...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Dionne Warwick has come forward to support Beyoncé in the face of criticism regarding her recent Levi’s advertisement. Warwick’s defense followed Piers Morgan's accusation of “cultural appropriation” aimed at Beyoncé after the campaign was revealed. Morgan expressed his disappointment, asserting tha...