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J. Pharoah Doss: Ta-Nehisi Coates’ poor American parallels

The Message, a new book by award-winning author Ta-Nehisi Coates, includes a contentious essay about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Coates concluded that the dispute isn’t complicated. It’s a simple matter of right and wrong—and Israel is wrong....

Tulsa Race Massacre Survivor Lessie ‘Mother’ Randle Survivor Turns 110

Photo: Getty Images Lessie Benningfield Randle, one of the two last known living survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, turned 110 on Sunday (Nov. 10). According to ABC News, “Mother Randle” celebrated her 110th birthday surrounded...

Black Firefighter Faced Years Of Racial Harassment, Later Died By Suicide

Photo: Getty Images A shocking report that uncovered decades of racism in an England fire department included harassment against a Black firefighter who later died by suicide, per the International Fire & Safety Journal. An independent review b...

Boeing workers secure big gains after strike, but the future for organized labor under Trump is uncertain

By Jake Rosenfeld, Washington University in St. Louis Jon Holden, a leader of Boeing workers belonging to a labor union, speaks at a rally on Oct. 15, 2024. Jason Redmond/AFP via Getty Images Striking Boeing machinists approved a new contract on Nov....

Activists urge European governments to address colonial past

People from civil society, academia and the arts, from the African continent and its global diasporas, are gathering in Berlin, Germany, at the Dekoloniale Berlin Conference 2024, to mark the 140th anniversary of the Berlin Africa Conference of 1884...

CARB’s Environment-Friendly Vote Could Hit Californians With Higher Prices at Gas Pump

Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌ ‌|‌ ‌California‌ ‌Black‌ ‌Media‌(CBM) – After a 12-hour public comment period and debate, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved updates to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) with a 12-2 vote, ensuring its a...

Trump’s White House Return Poised To Tangle Health Care Safety Net

By Stephanie Armour | KFF Health News | Special to The OBSERVER(KFF) – Former President Donald Trump’s election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation’s public health insurance program...

Country Star Shaboozey to Rock Detroit Lions’ 85th Thanksgiving Day Classic Halftime Show

Image courtesy of Shaboozey, (Photo Credit: Daniel Prakopcyk) As the Lions face off against the Chicago Bears, fans nationwide will be treated to an electric performance by Shaboozey, the six-time GRAMMY-nominated country sensation known for his dyna...

Buffalo Soldiers: Honoring the Legacy of America’s First Peacetime Black Troops

F Company, 24th Infantry, at Fort Bayard, New Mexico, 1892 (Original Image Courtesy National Archives and Records Administration), Image courtesy of The Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Association The sound of horses galloping, kids laughing, and a Blues b...

Study: Black plastic cookware, containers & toys could pose serious health risk

It may be time to invest in some new cooking utensils after a recent study found some common kitchen tools may be leaking dangerous flame retardant chemicals into your food. And the everyday items with the highest concentrations of these chemicals...

Black Coalition for Housing Holds Retreat to Tackle Racial Equity and Minority Housing Access

In a move to address racial equity and expand minority housing access in Shelby County, the Black Coalition for Housing (BCFH) will host a Leadership and Planning Retreat in Memphis from November 16 to November 20, 2024. The retreat will gather commu...

Itchy Skin Distracting You at Work? 10 Eczema Hacks You Need to Try!

Eczema flare-ups are challenging enough at home, but managing them in a work environment adds another layer of difficulty. When an eczema episode hits, it can be uncomfortable, distracting, and even embarrassing. With the right strategies, though, y...

The Pros and Cons of Password Managers: Are They Safe?

Sponsored by JPMorgan ChaseWe increasingly access our financial information and accounts online. While this makes banking, paying bills, and other tasks more manageable, there is a risk of a financial breach each time we do. These breaches can cause...

Simple Strategies to Spot and Prevent Financial Leaks

Sponsored by JPMorgan ChaseDo you ever wonder where all your money is going? Financial leaks could be to blame for your dwindling bank account. Find out some typical financial leaks and how to avoid them with good financial habits.& What Are Fina...

Take the Stress Out of Saving With Reverse Budgeting

Sponsored by JPMorgan ChaseTraditional budgeting doesn’t work for everyone — it can feel tedious, hard to keep up with, and unproductive when it comes to achieving long-term financial goals.& If you’re struggling with finding a budgeting system t...