Black History Month benefits for Black people
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NNPA NEWSWIRE- It's time to acknowledge that simply removing overtly discriminatory laws is not enough. We must actively work to dismantle the systemic biases and structures that continue to perpetuate inequality. The post OP-ED: DEI Confronts the Legacy of Jim Crow first appeared on BlackPressUSA.
NNPA NEWSWIRE: Concerned alumni invoke one of the college’s most famous graduates. “In inviting President Biden to campus, the college affirms a cruel standard that complicity in genocide merits no sanction from the institution that produced one of the towering advocates for non-violence of the 20th century in Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. If the college cannot affirm this noble tradition of justice by rescinding its invitation to President Biden, then the college should reconsider its attachment to Dr. King.” The post Students, Faculty, and Alum Urge Morehouse to Rescind Biden’s Commencement Invite first appeared on BlackPressUSA.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Rep. Lee, who represents parts of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County in Pennsylvania, is the first member of “The Squad” to face a 2024 primary challenge during the 2024 election cycle. Lee’s district is 72 percent white and 15 percent Black. Her decisive victory will likely signal how strong progressive power is currently and how voters view the current conflict in the Middle East. Rep. Lee supports Medicare-for-all, the Green New Deal and a ceasefire in Gaza. The post Freshman CBC Member Congresswoman Summer Lee Wins Big After Being Targeted by AIPAC first appeared on BlackPressUSA.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “With his signature bowtie, big heart, and tenacious spirit, Donald embodied the very best of public service,” Murphy wrote in a statement on Wednesday. House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Louisiana Republican, and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, a New York Democrat, expressed their condolences and offered prayers to Payne’s family and friends. Jeffries described him as a “highly effective public servant and compassionate leader.” The post IN MEMORIAM: New Jersey Rep. Donald Payne Jr. Dies at 65 first appeared on BlackPressUSA.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — From April 25th-27th, many collegiate football athletes will see their dreams of having their names called at the 2024 NFL Draft. The hard work and dedication comes full circle during a 3-day cycle that will be held in Detroit, Michigan. One prospect, Troy University cornerback, Reddy Steward has checked all the boxes in hopes to hear his name called during this 3-day period. His All-Sun Belt first team selection earned him a spot to play in front of NFL coaches and scouts at the Hula Bowl. Steward enters the draft with the second highest career grade amongst eligible cornerbacks entering the draft. The post Troy University Cornerback ‘Reddy’ To Hear His Name Called On Draft Day first appeared on BlackPressUSA.
Texas Southern baseball and Prairie View softball are dominating the SWAC West.
Viola Davis, husband Julius Tennon and Houston’s Lavaille Lavette to launch publishing company, JVL Media.
Managing Editor ReShonda Tate weighs in on some hot topics.
What is the state of Black culture in 2024? This article seeks the answer.
The approach of Earth Day is the ideal time to align your financial goals with your commitment to environmental sustainability. Investing in green and eco-friendly options contributes to a healthier planet but can lead to long-term financial gains. Here are green investment opportunities that promote environmental consciousness while supporting your financial goals. Reasons to Green
New Orleans, Louisiana-based Dillard University was once the home of the National Center for Black-Jewish Relations.
Black Men's Wellness Day is an attempt both in Houston and other cities to address disparities in healthcare for Black men.
Over the last four years, McKinsey & Company has produced three separate reports indicating that Hollywood has effectively lost $30 billion by not engaging in diversified business solutions.
Hot97 and WBLS teamed up with America's largest healthcare union to advocate for Medicaid equity in New York.
For Tyree Williams, the focus of Olabegi’s documentary, his outward appearance masked a silent war he was waging inside his own mind.
Interpreting data can be like listening to a 3-year-old talk about their day. At first it all makes sense, but then there's a giraffe, and chocolate sneakers, and other details that complicate the narrative until you're left wondering what really happened.
Tell someone that our society has been profoundly transformed by statistics and they may nod politely, perhaps stifle a yawn. Then listen to what they want to talk about. You might find yourself discussing artificial intelligence, the latest Biden-Trump poll, Ozempic, or the chances of rain next week: Topics that wouldn't exist without statistics.
On my first day as a doctoral student at Cornell, I was intimidated by the brainy people as well as the brains. Take the Uris Hall elevator up to Cornell's psychology department, and the first thing you'll see when the doors open is a display case exhibiting eight jars, each containing a human brain. "
In March 2000, a man wearing nothing but a swimsuit and goggles set a Guinness World Record by swimming over 188 feet under ice. This was his second attempt. The first time he tried it, his corneas froze and he passed out. Welcome to the world of Wim Hof, aka the Iceman.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Gwen Carr, mother of Eric Garner, who tragically died nearly a decade ago due to a police altercation over the sale of loose cigarettes, expressed relief at the Department of Health and Human Services' decision to delay the menthol ban. Carr has consistently voiced concerns about potential unintended consequences of the rule, emphasizing the need for clear guidelines to prevent further harm in Black communities. The post Biden Administration Delays Decision on Menthol Cigarette Ban first appeared on BlackPressUSA.
Staring at a legacy-defining and image-crushing sweep at the hands of the Denver Nuggets, LeBron James was in a heightened state of emotions in Game 4 of the playoff series on Saturday, April 27. James and the Lakers have been getting cooked by fans for being 0-11 against the defending champion Nuggets in their last The post LeBron James erupts on Lakers’ coach Darvin Ham as Caleb Williams is courtside appeared first on Rolling Out.
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