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With his composed and effortless style, fashion innovator Virgil Abloh disrupted traditional norms within the industry, establishing himself as a notable Black artist, albeit with a brief career. Following his passing in 2021 at the age of 41, his in...
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As the 2024-25 NBA season concludes, reflections emerge on the recently held NBA Finals, where the Oklahoma City Thunder claimed victory against the Indiana Pacers in an electrifying seven-game showdown. Many experts, including myself, anticipated th...
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When one thinks of a "seminary," images of lush campuses and solemn cathedrals often come to mind, filled with future ministers deep in Biblical studies. Rarely imagined, however, is a basketball initiative for underprivileged Black boys in South Sea...
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Recent layoffs affecting technology and media sectors, as well as government agencies, can spark concerns about job stability. Experiencing job loss is a challenging experience, impacting various areas of life. However, there are strategies to mitiga...
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GREENVILLE, Miss. — Cedric Sturdevant began his Sunday with a feeling of melancholy yet still attended church. Soon, he plans to travel from Mississippi to Washington, D.C., to unite with HIV advocates at a rally against recent governmental cutbacks....
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Storytellers are delving into their authentic experiences at “In a Nutshell,” a live storytelling series where performers recount true narratives to a captivated audience. Co-founded by memoirist and book editor Amy Bee, this format allows exploratio...
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California lawmakers are close to a significant consensus that would connect a notable housing proposal with newly established minimum wage criteria for construction laborers involved in residential building. This contentious initiative, introduced i...
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This year marks a significant milestone for Alabama, the Heart of Dixie. For the first time, the state will officially commemorate Juneteenth, a pivotal day in American history that signifies the unofficial conclusion of slavery following the Civil W...
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Natasha Hooper, a poet and event facilitator based in San Diego, is celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month by paying homage to Black historical figures who have often been sidelined by the wider LGBTQ+ community. She aims to unite with fellow African America...
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Sex education often overlooks the vital intersection of pleasure and protection. Sexual health transcends mere brochures and medications; it embodies empowerment, presence, and expressions of art. Mystkue Woods, an accomplished sexuality arts educato...
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Damson Idris is attempting to filter out distractions, a challenging feat at a bustling Formula One event. The British-Nigerian actor is fully engaged, embodying his role in the adrenaline-pumping film “F1,” featuring Brad Pitt, filmed across iconic...
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Despite numerous commitments to combat systemic racism and unfair discipline practices, recent state statistics reveal that Sacramento City Unified and Elk Grove Unified school districts continue to suspend Black students at alarmingly high rates in...
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California Governor Gavin Newsom has reconsidered some proposed reductions to healthcare programs within a newly negotiated state budget, yet he will proceed with plans restricting services for undocumented immigrants amid a rising deficit. The $321...
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A California state senator exhibited slurred speech, appeared drowsy, and was unsteady on her feet during a police interaction at a Sacramento hospital following a car accident last month, as detailed in a search warrant approved by a judge for a DUI...
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California's elected officials, including Governor Gavin Newsom and members of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), recently celebrated Juneteenth—a holiday signifying the conclusion of slavery in the United States. This observance, long h...