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  • Tennessee State University Set to Debut the First Division I Hockey Team at An HBCU

    THE AFRO — “I am incredibly excited to embark on building this program, supported by God, my family, TSU students, alumni, and all those eagerly awaiting this moment,” said Duanté Abercrombie, the head coach of the Tennessee State Tigers ice hockey team, in a press release courtesy of TSU Athletics. “I firmly believe that one day, TSU will be recognized not only as a powerhouse on the ice but also as a program whose student-athletes leave a profound legacy on the world, enriched by the lessons learned at TSU.”

  • HBCU Champions Advance to Postseason Play

    WASHINGTON INFORMER — From HBCU football teams, to the University of the District of Columbia’s soccer program, and Howard University’s volleyball players, athletes are still working to capture titles and garner bragging rights in their various conferences.

  • D.C. Area HBCUs Create Home Base for Student Veterans and Dependents

    THE AFRO — The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) offers its 100 close-knit veteran dependents and families an experience on a culturally diverse urban campus right in the heart of the District. UDC is also the only urban land grant university in the United States, offering students a unique experience.

  • Op-Ed: Where Do We Go from Here?

    NNPA NEWSWIRE - If we have learned anything, it’s that actual change begins at the local level. We need to engage with our city councils, our school boards, our state legislatures, and our communities. These are the places where our work will make the most difference, where we can shape policies that directly impact the lives of those we serve.

  • HBCU Interns Learn Emotional Intelligence

    NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Lenserf Group’s pioneering “Exceed Your Potential Academy” is an innovative, employer-sponsored training program is designed to help students to navigate the challenges of cultural, geographic, and other changes that could impact their performance, wellness, and ability to build relationships during their internships. Topics covered include time management, building confidence, setting priorities, and overcoming procrastination.

  • ‘Diddy’ Combs sends cease-and-desist letter regarding fiery Shyne documentary

    After the film addressed an infamous nightclub shooting case involving the rapper and his former pal 25 years ago, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has reportedly sent a cease-and-desist letter targeting a new film featuring his old protégé Shyne. The rapper-turned business mogul, 54, is in prison in New York awaiting trial on charges including sex trafficking The post ‘Diddy’ Combs sends cease-and-desist letter regarding fiery Shyne documentary appeared first on Rolling Out.

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The Ongoing Struggle: Black Gen X’ers and the Persistent Impediments to Racial Equality
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The Ongoing Struggle: Black Gen X’ers and the Persistent Impediments to Racial Equality

Over the last 40 years, the journey toward racial equality in the United States has been fraught with challenges and setbacks. For Black Gen X’ers, born between 1965 and 1980, the evolution of society’s treatment of Black people has been a source of frustration and anger. Despite some progress, the persistent impediments to true equality (more…)...
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The Impact of Increased Division I/Tier 1 Black High School Athletes Enrollment in HBCUs
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The Impact of Increased Division I/Tier 1 Black High School Athletes Enrollment in HBCUs

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have played a significant role in higher education, particularly for Black students. As centers of academic excellence and cultural heritage, HBCUs have long served as beacons of opportunity and empowerment for marginalized communities. However, these institutions often face financial challenges compared to Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs). This analysis delves...
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Last night’s part 1 of the ‘Black Headline News One-Year Anniversary Update’ explains new direction
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Last night’s part 1 of the ‘Black Headline News One-Year Anniversary Update’ explains new direction

Black Headline News is expanding to FAST channels this fall By Black Headline News https://vimeo.com/857769024 Last night, Black Headline News (BHN) founder, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviewed the big updates happening this year concerning the BHN channel and network on its one-year anniversary. BHN launched last year on August 24, 2022, with a focus on highlighting...
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Lyles ran a world-leading 9.83 seconds to win the men’s 100m gold medal, 2023 World Championships
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Lyles ran a world-leading 9.83 seconds to win the men’s 100m gold medal, 2023 World Championships

Noah Lyles wins the men’s 100m gold medal at the 2023 World Athletics Championships; Oblique Seville finished fourth again. By Gary Smith BUDAPEST, Hungary – Noah Lyles clinched the gold medal in the men’s 100m with a world-leading time of 9.83 seconds at the 2023 World Athletics Championships on Sunday. “And you said I couldn’t...
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Faith Kipyegon: from walking to school in rural Kenya to setting world athletics alight

By Wycliffe W. Njororai Simiyu (Special to Black Headline News) https://youtu.be/-4zTpn4NfOk All eyes are on Faith Kipyegon at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. That’s because the Kenyan 1,500 meters and 5,000 meters star broke three world records in less than two months on her way to Hungary. As expected, Ethiopia, Uganda and...
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Zimbabwe election: Can Nelson Chamisa win? He appeals to young voters but the odds are against him
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Zimbabwe election: Can Nelson Chamisa win? He appeals to young voters but the odds are against him

By Chipo Dendere – Special to Black Headline News Nelson Chamisa, the 45-year-old leader of Zimbabwe’s main opposition party, the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), is making a second bid to be Zimbabwe’s next president. A lawyer and a pastor, Chamisa is the most formidable candidate against the ruling Zanu-PF led by President Emmerson Mnangagwa....
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Illinois rep., Evans, elected vice-president of National Conference of State Legislatures
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Illinois rep., Evans, elected vice-president of National Conference of State Legislatures

By Black Headline News Indianapolis— Illinois Representative Marcus C. Evans, Jr., has been elected vice president of the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), a bipartisan organization serving the nation’s 7,383 state lawmakers and more than 30,000 legislative staff. Evans will serve one year as vice president, ascend to president-elect the following year, and become...
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Tropical Storm Hilary pounds Southern California with heavy rain, flash flooding
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Tropical Storm Hilary pounds Southern California with heavy rain, flash flooding

Tropical Storm Hilary made landfall on Mexico’s Baja peninsula and moved into Southern California with damaging wind and heavy rainfall on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023. For the first time ever, the National Hurricane Center had issued a tropical storm watch for large parts of Southern California. Forecasters warned of a “potentially historic amount of rainfall,”...
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Black female prosecutors like Fani Willis face the unequal burden of both racist and sexist attacks
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Black female prosecutors like Fani Willis face the unequal burden of both racist and sexist attacks

By Bev-Freda Jackson – (Special to Back Headline News) On the day he was indicted on financial fraud charges in a New York City courtroom, former U.S. President Donald Trump launched an attack against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. One of the handful of Black female prosecutors in the country, Willis has led a...
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Fulton County charges Trump with racketeering, other felonies; Georgia election law expert explains
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Fulton County charges Trump with racketeering, other felonies; Georgia election law expert explains

By Anthony Michael Kreis – Assistant professor of law, Georgia State University The Conversation U.S. spoke with Anthony Michael Kreis, a scholar of Georgia’s election laws, to understand the significance of the charges laid out in the 98-page indictment. An Atlanta, Georgia, grand jury indicted former President Donald Trump on Aug. 14, 2023, charging him...
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  • Tennessee State University Set to Debut the First Division I Hockey Team at An HBCU

    THE AFRO — “I am incredibly excited to embark on building this program, supported by God, my family, TSU students, alumni, and all those eagerly awaiting this moment,” said Duanté Abercrombie, the head coach of the Tennessee State Tigers ice hockey team, in a press release courtesy of TSU Athletics. “I firmly believe that one day, TSU will be recognized not only as a powerhouse on the ice but also as a program whose student-athletes leave a profound legacy on the world, enriched by the lessons learned at TSU.”

  • HBCU Champions Advance to Postseason Play

    WASHINGTON INFORMER — From HBCU football teams, to the University of the District of Columbia’s soccer program, and Howard University’s volleyball players, athletes are still working to capture titles and garner bragging rights in their various conferences.

  • D.C. Area HBCUs Create Home Base for Student Veterans and Dependents

    THE AFRO — The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) offers its 100 close-knit veteran dependents and families an experience on a culturally diverse urban campus right in the heart of the District. UDC is also the only urban land grant university in the United States, offering students a unique experience.

  • Op-Ed: Where Do We Go from Here?

    NNPA NEWSWIRE - If we have learned anything, it’s that actual change begins at the local level. We need to engage with our city councils, our school boards, our state legislatures, and our communities. These are the places where our work will make the most difference, where we can shape policies that directly impact the lives of those we serve.

  • HBCU Interns Learn Emotional Intelligence

    NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Lenserf Group’s pioneering “Exceed Your Potential Academy” is an innovative, employer-sponsored training program is designed to help students to navigate the challenges of cultural, geographic, and other changes that could impact their performance, wellness, and ability to build relationships during their internships. Topics covered include time management, building confidence, setting priorities, and overcoming procrastination.

  • ‘Diddy’ Combs sends cease-and-desist letter regarding fiery Shyne documentary

    After the film addressed an infamous nightclub shooting case involving the rapper and his former pal 25 years ago, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has reportedly sent a cease-and-desist letter targeting a new film featuring his old protégé Shyne. The rapper-turned business mogul, 54, is in prison in New York awaiting trial on charges including sex trafficking The post ‘Diddy’ Combs sends cease-and-desist letter regarding fiery Shyne documentary appeared first on Rolling Out.

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