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- 5 months ago

Jotaka Eaddy Recognized at Esteemed NAACP Image Awards Ceremony

Jotaka Eaddy, the innovative force behind #WinWithBlackWomen, received the prestigious Mildred Bond Roxborough Social Justice Impact Award at the 56th NAACP Image Awards. Acknowledged for her steadfast commitment to uplifting the Black community, Ead...

- 5 months ago

Mayor Harris Wants Grant Caps in Wake of Ford Jr.'s Indictment

Mayor Lee Harris is urging the Shelby County Commission to prevent indicted member Edmund Ford Jr. from distributing grants after his recent arrest on bribery and tax evasion charges, revealed on Monday, March 3. These grave accusations relate to sev...

- 5 months ago

Analyzing UC's Bold Move: The Cancellation of D.E.I Initiatives

The University of Cincinnati's choice to modify restroom signage identifying "biological" genders in response to a recent Ohio bill has sparked discontent, particularly among its LGBT+ population. The president's declaration to eliminate Diversity, E...

- 5 months ago

$12.4B Wipeout: Target Stock Falls Amid Heated DEI Pushback

Target Corporation experienced a dramatic decline in its stock price, plummeting $27.27 per share and resulting in a staggering loss of $12.4 billion in market capitalization due to the backlash surrounding its rollback on Diversity, Equity, and Incl...

- 5 months ago

Trump’s Trade Moves Raise Concern in Black Business Circles

Starting today, new tariffs will apply a 25% tax on imports from Canada and Mexico, alongside a 10% fee on Chinese merchandise. The Trump administration asserts that these measures protect American industries. Nevertheless, economists, along with civ...

- 5 months ago

Ensure Safe Disposal of Expired Medications: Prevent Risks!

Renier Coetzee emphasizes the dangers of consuming expired pharmaceuticals, highlighting significant health hazards involved. Furthermore, improper disposal methods, such as discarding drugs in the trash or flushing them down the toilet, can lead to...

- 5 months ago

‘Save The Farm’ Campaign by Urbavore Called Out as PR Stunt

Kansas City has rejected Urbavore Urban Farm's proposal for expansion, concluding a protracted two-year legal dispute. This farm, which champions afro-indigenous farming practices within a predominantly Black community, has sparked vital conversation...

- 5 months ago

Spurs Secure Nail-Biting 130-128 Victory Over Grizzlies

Jaren Jackson Jr. delivered a valiant effort; however, the shorthanded Grizzlies succumbed to a narrow defeat against the Spurs, finishing 130-128 at FedExForum on Saturday, March 1. This setback marked their second straight tense home loss, followin...