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On the centenary of his birth, Malcolm X's insights continue to illuminate the quest for liberty. Fiercely dedicated to racial justice, he remains a polarizing figure due to his calls for revolution and armed self-defense. Born Malcolm Little on May...
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Marva Johnson has been selected as the new president of Florida A&M University, despite substantial pushback from faculty, staff, and alumni concerning her qualifications and affiliations. On May 16, the university's board of trustees endorsed Jo...
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"We aim to do more than merely sustain existing programs; our mission is to safeguard the future of higher education," stated Dr. Raquel Rall, co-director of the recently established Center for Strategic and Inclusive Governance. This initiative sign...
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The University of New Mexico proudly unveils two significant archival collections dedicated to Charles Becknell, Sr., the visionary behind the Africana studies department, and Harold Bailey, an esteemed alumnus and former head of the Afro-American st...
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During a heated WNBA matchup between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever, Angel Reese became the center of controversy following a flagrant foul involving Caitlin Clark. The WNBA has since launched an official investigation into what it described as “h...
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Nourhan Abubaker dedicates her time to assisting children at Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School, situated in Homewood. She often pulls students aside for math guidance and leads lunch discussions, addressing personal challenges and fo...
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Elon Musk has undoubtedly influenced the Trump administration, yet Russell Vought, often referred to as Russ, exerts a notable, if understated, power as the director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Speculation surrounds his potential le...
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A pivotal resolution concerning an NCAA antitrust lawsuit is anticipated this month, with the potential to allocate over $20 million annually to college athletes for the next decade, starting July 1. The proposed agreement entails $2.8 billion in ret...
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Reactions to President Donald Trump’s announcement of acquiring a US$400 million aircraft from Qatar as the new Air Force One have been mixed, even within his own party. The extensive modernization and security enhancements could surge costs beyond $...
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Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools (WS/FCS) has appointed Freida Lashmit as the interim chief financial officer, a role she will fulfill until June 30. With over a decade of experience as a budget coordinator and three decades with WS/FCS, Lashmit...
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Harvard University has declared it will cease to host or finance graduation events tailored for Black students and other affinity groups due to the threat of funding withdrawals from the Department of Education linked to DEI initiatives. On April 28,...
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Natalia Bryant celebrated her illustrious achievement by graduating with honors from the University of Southern California, paying tribute to her late father, the legendary basketball icon, Kobe Bryant. On May 16, this 22-year-old rising star shared...
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The 15th Annual Building Alabama Reinvestment (BAR) Conference is set for May 22 at Innovation Depot in Birmingham, running from 10 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Under the theme “Aligning for Impact — Advancing Equity and Growth in the South,” this gathering aim...
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Birmingham experienced a magical evening filled with soul and captivating R&B melodies as the Queens Tour, featuring icons Gladys Knight, Stephanie Mills, Patti LaBelle, and Chaka Khan, graced the BJCC’s Legacy Arena. The sold-out crowd, dressed...
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Crafted by Frank Harris III, a prominent figure in postsecondary education at San Diego State University, in collaboration with Tina King, president of the San Diego College of Continuing Education, this compelling report draws on a wealth of prior r...