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1 month ago
Nancy Leftenant-Colon, the first Black woman in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps, passed at 104. Born in 1920, she overcame racial barriers, becoming a pivotal figure in military nursing. Her legacy spans WWII to Vietnam, with accolades including honorary d...
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1 month ago
Edwin Buggage, Editor-in-Chief at Data News Weekly
SuperBowl LIX in New Orleans features a Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles rematch. Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts highlight the rise of Black quarterbacks. Grammy-winner Kendrick Lamar hea...
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1 month ago
Beyoncé made history at the Grammys, winning Album of the Year and Best Country Album for Cowboy Carter. Jon Batiste secured two awards for American Symphony. Tank and the Bangas won Best Spoken Word Poetry Album. Lucky Daye triumphed in Best Traditi...
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1 month ago
SuperBowl LIX in New Orleans kicks off February 9, 2025, with thrilling events leading up to the game. Experience interactive football at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, SuperBowl Opening Night at Caesars Superdome, and more. Celebrate Louisi...
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1 month ago
Eric Connerly Data News Weekly Contributor
Super Bowl LIX on February 9, 2025, at Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, features Kendrick Lamar and SZA. Jon Batiste will perform the National Anthem. Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle join for "America the...
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2 months ago
Harvard University abruptly ended staff roles within its Slavery Remembrance Program on January 23, igniting criticism over its dedication to the $100 million Legacy of Slavery Initiative. Despite assurances of ongoing research, the dismissals, inclu...
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2 months ago
The grand theme of Hebrews highlights Jesus Christ's superiority over prophets, angels, and Moses. Unbelief kept Israelites from God’s rest, which remains available through faith. Believers today find peace in God's promise, trusting not in self but...
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2 months ago
Dallas thrives on diversity, contributing to its vibrant economy and culture. Upholding the Dallas Welcoming Strategic Plan, the city ensures residents' rights while enhancing integration and inclusion. Stay informed via City channels. The Office of...
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2 months ago
(Washington, DC) – Black Press welcomes trailblazer April Ryan as Washington Bureau Chief and Senior White House Correspondent. Celebrating decades of impactful journalism, Ryan joins Black Press USA (www.BlackPressUSA.com). Her appointment honors th...
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2 months ago
A study warns that 514,000 Americans may develop dementia this year, with annual cases hitting 1 million by 2060. Aging, genetics, and lifestyle factors contribute to this surge. Women, Black adults, and APOE4 gene carriers face higher risks. Early h...
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2 months ago
This month, we celebrate Charles Perrault's birth, famed for preserving tales like “Little Red Riding Hood” and “Sleeping Beauty.” Born in 1628, he’d be 397 years old now! Before writing, stories were orally shared, often altered. Without Perrault, C...
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2 months ago
American Airlines faces severe customer service and discrimination issues, prompting global backlash. An incident on Jan. 17 revealed these problems when S.L. Brown's flight was canceled, highlighting racial discrimination claims. Legal challenges in...