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This weekend, the New York African Film Festival showcases notable films from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a nation rich in creativity despite external challenges. Highlights include "Mweze" and “Identity Pieces,” followed by "Memories of Lo...
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This month marks 33 years since the stark reality set in: video footage alone couldn’t sway an all-white jury to convict the officers who savagely assaulted Rodney King. Recently, that lesson resurfaced as three former Memphis officers implicated in...
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In a dramatic and unprecedented move, Black community leaders in Kansas City shut down a City Council meeting—and won. Packed chambers erupted into a people’s tribunal as organizers demanded the City deliver the $750,000 it had promised to save Sun...
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The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art sparkled with high fashion and celebrity allure on Monday evening, as local style enthusiasts came together to honor one of the fashion world’s elite events: The Met Gala. This glamorous watch party also marked the in...
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New Yorkers for Reparations, a diverse grassroots coalition exceeding 100 members, is hosting “Making Equality Real For Black New Yorkers: A Mayoral Forum on Reparations, Healing, and Building Prosperity” on Thursday, May 15, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p...
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Three former Memphis police officers were acquitted on Wednesday of all state charges, including second-degree murder, related to the violent beating of Tyre Nichols after he fled a traffic stop. This event sparked extensive protests and renewed call...
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Cincinnati may not boast the opulence of major cities like New York or Los Angeles, yet it pulses with excitement for Elly De La Cruz, the Reds' brightest talent in years. Renowned for his remarkable exit velocity, speed, and arm strength, he’s alrea...
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Target CEO Brian Cornell has finally addressed months of growing criticism, acknowledging in an internal email that the company’s prolonged silence has fueled uncertainty among employees. As reported by the Minneapolis Star Tribune, Cornell admitted...
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Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is under intensifying legal scrutiny following recent federal raids on his homes in Los Angeles and Miami. These developments come as part of a larger investigation tied to civil lawsuits accusing Combs of sexual assa...
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Rev. Dr. Melva Sampson has been honored by WomanPreach, Inc. for her transformative contributions to womanist theology and digital ministry. A scholar, preacher, and digital theologian, Dr. Sampson is widely known for The Pink Robe Chronicles, a liv...
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In a coordinated effort led by national faith leaders, Black pastors are raising urgent concerns about voter suppression targeting communities of color ahead of the 2025 elections. At a recent press conference, clergy affiliated with organizations li...
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A new study highlights how neighborhood stress—such as exposure to violence, poverty, and social instability—can physically alter children’s brain development and increase their risk of depression. Published by researchers at the University of Michig...
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As the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s murder approaches, a new Pew Research Center study paints a sobering picture: the surge in racial justice advocacy that followed Floyd’s death has not brought the meaningful change many had hoped for. In 20...
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Memphis honors Tom Lee, a revered figure on both local and national stages, as it gears up to commemorate the centennial of his iconic river rescue. The Memphis River Parks Partnership encourages residents to join in the festivities at Cossitt Librar...
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A new national report reveals that while state-funded preschool investment has hit record highs, early childhood education in the U.S. remains a patchwork of uneven quality and access. The 2024 State of Preschool Yearbook, published by the National...