-
6 hours ago
“What would Martin do?” reflected Mary Francis Berry, ex-chair of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. On April 4, 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was sadly assassinated on the Lorraine Motel balcony in Memphis, championing striking African-American...
-
9 hours ago
Pittsburgh Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. celebrated Founders Day on February 22, 2025, honoring awardees Doug Muetzel, Shinora Grayson, Dewitt Walton, Debra Valentine Gray, Anna Hollis Kander, and Brother Lloyd Cheatom. The event...
-
10 hours ago
The January 2025 Eaton Fire ravaged Altadena, California, severely affecting Black residents, whose properties endured extensive damage. Historical racial discrimination and socioeconomic issues heightened their vulnerability, exposing deep-rooted in...
-
17 hours ago
Join BADWest at Film Independent in Los Angeles on Friday, May 16, for a compelling panel discussing love, resistance, and power. Renowned director Krystal Tingle will lead experts Karen Hayes, Laurens Grant, Jennifer MacArthur, and Adisa Septuri. Pu...
-
17 hours ago
Experience the excitement of Healthy Kids Day® on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at YMCA locations across Middle Tennessee. This complimentary event encourages family involvement and healthy living with engaging games, fitness demonstrations, and deliciou...
-
18 hours ago
The power of the written word challenges White supremacy, urging Black writers to conform to white perspectives. Historically, Christianity has stifled dissent, creating divisions. Embracing ancestral practices such as yoga and gardening is crucial f...
-
1 day ago
As living expenses soar, over half of workers have taken on side jobs, according to a Bankrate survey. Many depend on these gigs for essential needs like housing and groceries. With rising costs, 52% of respondents feel they'll always need extra inco...
-
1 day ago
Ronald Hill, the great-nephew of Pete Hill, converses with former Hall of Fame president Jeff Idelson at a 2010 plaque ceremony. Hill, born in Virginia in 1882, was a renowned Negro League player and achieved legendary status, earning Hall of Fame in...
-
1 day ago
Black women in Pittsburgh are uniting at the "Ieshia Inspires" event, led by Ieshia Nicole Hearn. The upcoming event, designed for empowerment and networking, aims to inspire attendees through shared experiences. With a dedicated Board, Hearn envisio...
-
1 day ago
Wealth can enhance health, yet disparities persist. A Brown University study reveals Americans, irrespective of wealth, have shorter lifespans than Europeans. The wealth-mortality gap is more significant in the U.S. This suggests that social policies...
-
1 day ago
Texting shortcuts like "hru" and "plz" may seem efficient, but they often convey a lack of sincerity, damaging connections. Research shows that recipients feel undervalued when messages are abbreviated. A few extra letters, like "thank you," can sign...
-
1 day ago
(Photos by Monica Morgan) Hiram E. Jackson, CEO of Real Times Media, celebrated the renaming of the Highland Park Boys & Girls Club after a $2 million renovation. As the first African American honored in this way, Jackson expressed gratitude for...
-
1 day ago
Join the City of Birmingham’s Spring Festival on Sunday, April 13, at Railroad Park from 1 to 4 p.m. Enjoy Easter eggs, DJ music, food trucks, face painting, and special appearances by mascots. Families can participate in scavenger hunts and enjoy fr...
-
1 day ago
Retired Birmingham city employees may soon see their pensions rise for the first time in over 20 years. The pension board proposed a $400 monthly increase, pending city council approval. This change could boost the city’s pension fund contribution by...