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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.

  • ‘I Was Confident in Myself and Her Answer. I Knew She Would Say Yes … We Had Spent a Lot of Time Together’

    BIRMINGHAM TIMES —Andrea and Jamal McCaskey's love story began at a church service in 1991, leading to a 1992 wedding and a lifetime of shared experiences. The post ‘I Was Confident in Myself and Her Answer. I Knew She Would Say Yes … We Had Spent a Lot of Time Together’ first appeared on BlackPressUSA.

  • Midweek Magic: How Sloss Furnaces Brings History to Life for Students

    BIRMINGHAM TIMES — Sloss Furnaces offers immersive Wednesday field trips for students to learn Birmingham's history, from industrial science to the people behind the iron industry. The post Midweek Magic: How Sloss Furnaces Brings History to Life for Students first appeared on BlackPressUSA.

  • Q and A: Operation Child Care Project

    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

    Crystal Lister has a reputation for “blowing up spots.” Literally.  But the Houston educator, STEM advocate, and self-described “NASA girlie” isn’t interested in destruction. Her explosions are strategic, joyful disruptions designed to ignite curiosity in young minds. Through fire, fizz, and high-powered reactions, Lister transforms science into spectacle, capturing students’ attention who might otherwise feel

  • 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,

  • Movies to watch during Black Women’s History Month

    Cinema has not always been kind to Black women.  For too long, Hollywood offered them only a narrow corridor of roles. The sassy sidekick, the suffering mother, the nameless background figure in someone else’s story. But in spite of that, and increasingly, in defiance of it, Black women filmmakers, writers, and performers have carved out

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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.

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    I Wanted to Follow the First Hearing in the WP Engine v Automattic Lawsuit So That You Didn’t Have To

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    Mary Hubbard, New Executive Director of WordPress.org Engages in Open Q&A With the Community (and Matt Mullenweg)

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    Last Monday, Mary Hubbard wrote her first P2 message announcing her one-hour Q&A call on Friday. The Zoom event was announced on the Make WordPress Slack channel, and 82 people showed up, including Matt Mullenweg. (more…)...
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    BHN Talk Radio (11-19-24): Saudi Arabian desert gets historic snowfall; post-election news reveals several key wins
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    Several Black women have made history this 2024 election cycle By Black Headline News GREEN WATCH: Saudi Arabian desert gets historic snowfall: Saudi Arabia’s Al-Jawf region has witnessed its first-ever recorded snowfall, blanketing the desert with snow for the first time in history. This rare phenomenon follows intense rain and hailstorms that swept across the...
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    WordPress 6.7 “Rollins” Released, Including a New Default Theme

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    Sweeping changes are beginning now as Trump prepares for his second presidency By Black Headline News Tuesday November 5, the race for president between candidates Vice-President Kamala Harris and former president, Donald J. Trump proved to have shocking results: The Associated Press has officially called the race in favor of Donald Trump, winning 312 of...
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    WordPress Brand Tone and Voice Survey Results Are In: “It’s Not a Unified Brand”

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    BHN Talk Radio (10-29-24): New York City Trump rally comedian and speaker inflames public telling racists jokes; former first lady, Obama nails speech to Michigan voters
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    How to Add a Background Image Cover in WordPress – in 1 Minute

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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.

    • ‘I Was Confident in Myself and Her Answer. I Knew She Would Say Yes … We Had Spent a Lot of Time Together’

      BIRMINGHAM TIMES —Andrea and Jamal McCaskey's love story began at a church service in 1991, leading to a 1992 wedding and a lifetime of shared experiences. The post ‘I Was Confident in Myself and Her Answer. I Knew She Would Say Yes … We Had Spent a Lot of Time Together’ first appeared on BlackPressUSA.

    • Midweek Magic: How Sloss Furnaces Brings History to Life for Students

      BIRMINGHAM TIMES — Sloss Furnaces offers immersive Wednesday field trips for students to learn Birmingham's history, from industrial science to the people behind the iron industry. The post Midweek Magic: How Sloss Furnaces Brings History to Life for Students first appeared on BlackPressUSA.

    • Q and A: Operation Child Care Project

      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

      Crystal Lister has a reputation for “blowing up spots.” Literally.  But the Houston educator, STEM advocate, and self-described “NASA girlie” isn’t interested in destruction. Her explosions are strategic, joyful disruptions designed to ignite curiosity in young minds. Through fire, fizz, and high-powered reactions, Lister transforms science into spectacle, capturing students’ attention who might otherwise feel

    • 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,

    • Movies to watch during Black Women’s History Month

      Cinema has not always been kind to Black women.  For too long, Hollywood offered them only a narrow corridor of roles. The sassy sidekick, the suffering mother, the nameless background figure in someone else’s story. But in spite of that, and increasingly, in defiance of it, Black women filmmakers, writers, and performers have carved out

    • April 23, 2026

      e-Edition Help us uplift the Black Community!

    • 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.

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