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In today's world, we are incessantly inundated with imagery that dictates our perceptions of beauty: toned physiques, immaculate skin, and impeccably styled hair. Society has cultivated an ingrained cultural fixation on a limited and hyper-manufactur...
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The leader of the largest teachers' union in the nation expressed deep concern regarding the persistent shortage of teachers, particularly among Black educators. Rebecca S. Pringle, president of the National Education Association, highlighted alarmin...
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Marjorie Evelyn Johnson, who lived a remarkable 101 years, passed away on September 5, 2025, in St. Petersburg, Florida. Born on January 7, 1924, in Brooklyn, New York, to Barbadian immigrants William and Kathleen Blackman, Marjorie was an only child...
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Marie Van Brittan Brown, born in 1922 in Jamaica, Queens, New York, was a pioneering African American innovator in home security. Alongside her husband, Albert Brown, she engineered the video home security system in response to the alarming crime rat...
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On September 20, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) revealed the termination of its annual food insecurity survey, a crucial tool for determining funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps....
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Class sizes in public schools may be decreasing, but not due to the school board’s acknowledgment of problematic overcrowding. In predominantly Black districts, approximately one-third of students have left traditional public schools during the 2023-...
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Bobby Faithful V faces dire health challenges, unsure whether the tumor in his brain, his deteriorating heart, an infection in his heart device, or Medicaid denials will claim him first. At 38, this Silver Spring resident, a passionate musician, surv...
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Experience a delightful fusion of culinary and musical offerings at the upcoming America’s River Roots Festival, scheduled for October 8–12, 2025! Revel in performances by Zapp, DJ Vader, and Soul Pocket while indulging in diverse flavors, including...
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On Saturday, September 27, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center organized the International Freedom Conductor Awards, an event sponsored by Procter & Gamble, and hosted by the esteemed Tamron Hall, a two-time Emmy Award-winning journa...
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The distressing toll of the COVID-19 pandemic is undeniable. Between January 31, 2020, and May 11, 2023, approximately 1.2 million Americans succumbed to the virus, and countless individuals were hospitalized. The economy faltered as schools and bus...
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As California legislators approach the Sept. 13 deadline to finalize and submit bills for the 2024–25 session, several pivotal measures have been advanced to Gov. Gavin Newsom. Among these are five educational bills that, if enacted, could significan...
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Following months dedicated to renovations, including the addition of modern restrooms, revamped flooring, and vibrant murals, Florin Square celebrated its grand reopening on September 20. "We are Sacramento’s Black Wall Street. The Black community re...
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The death of Assata Shakur has created a profound emptiness for those who revered her not just as a revolutionary figure, but also as a mother, poet, and a beacon of liberation, exemplifying endurance and sacrifice. On Black Press USA’s Let It Be Kno...
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The Free Speech Movement at UC Berkeley, originating in the 1960s, was a pivotal force for civil disobedience that significantly influenced the nation. Students, faculty, and staff unified to express their concerns on pressing issues, such as war, ci...
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Lewis Hamilton has announced the passing of his bulldog, Roscoe, who has been a prominent presence in the Formula 1 paddock. After several days of medical care, Hamilton described the decision to euthanize Roscoe as “one of the most painful experienc...