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  • ‘Slavery Was a Good Thing,’ Black Leader Says MAGA Told Him

    LOS ANGELES WAVE — U.S. Rep. James Clyburn reveals that some MAGA Republicans expressed positive views on slavery and desire to reinstitute Jim Crow-era policies. The post ‘Slavery Was a Good Thing,’ Black Leader Says MAGA Told Him first appeared on BlackPressUSA.

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    BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — It became clear to her that she was struggling to access care, other families were likely facing the same challenges without the same level of knowledge or support. Operation Child Care Project was built out of that realization and continues to do this work today. The post Q and A: Operation Child Care Project first appeared on BlackPressUSA.

  • 24th Annual Hot Wing Festival Celebrates Wings, Memphis and Families in Need

    NEW TRI-STATE DEFENDER — More than just a food festival, the event reflects the spirit of Memphis itself, community-driven, rooted in family and culture and undoubtedly soulful. Hosted by the nonprofit Wings Over Memphis, the festival continues to prioritize both flavor and philanthropy. This year, proceeds will benefit two impactful causes, Ronald McDonald House West Tennessee & Northeast Arkansas and the St. Jude Walk. The post 24th Annual Hot Wing Festival Celebrates Wings, Memphis and Families in Need first appeared on BlackPressUSA.

  • Crystal Lister empowers STEM students one explosion at a time

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  • Reporter message: HISD NES expansion, PVAMU gala, Black cowboys

    Houston ISD NES expansion continues The Houston Independent School District is expanding its New Education System (NES), with nine additional elementary school campuses opting into the model for the next school year. A school district spokesperson announced that the decision came directly from principals who are choosing to join, largely because of the “added support,

  • Jack Yates’ siblings defend 800-meter titles, set sights on bigger stage

    On a day filled with pressure and expectations, Karneshia and Lamar Smith, siblings from Jack Yates High School, did what champions do: They finished first. With district titles at stake in the 800 meters, the duo didn’t just compete; they defended their titles, showing they’re not finished yet. Now, with the Area round coming up,

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  • DC Voters Fill the Seats at ‘Ask a D.C. Candidate Mayoral Forum’

    THE AFRO — Six candidates for the 2026 Washington, D.C. mayoral race recently participated in a forum, addressing critical issues like affordable housing, high utility bills, and childcare costs. The post DC Voters Fill the Seats at ‘Ask a D.C. Candidate Mayoral Forum’ first appeared on BlackPressUSA.

  • Jada Pinkett Smith’s lawsuit victory has a dollar amount

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Nigeria’s slick Netflix epic, Jagun Jagun, explores a rich past that also reflects the world today

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By Adediran Kayode Ademiju-Bepo https://youtu.be/InNrl2-tl58 As a theatre professor, author, playwright, and film scholar, Adediran Kayode Ademiju-Bepo, a professor of drama, theatre and film studies at the University of Jos, follows the output of Nollywood in film ” Jagun Jagun.” Netflix’s recently released film Jagun Jagun (The Warrior) is set in pre-colonial Nigeria and follows

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