President Biden establishes Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument, cementing history
- July 27, 2023
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This will be America’s 425th National Park; although the known killers have never been charged, the monument will remind Americans of this historical tragedy By Black Headline News https://vimeo.com/849660717 WASHINGTON – The Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument became the country’s 425th national park July 25, on the 82nd anniversary of Till’s birth, as...
DeSantis’ ‘war on woke’ looks a lot like attempts by other countries to deny and rewrite history
- July 27, 2023
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SB 266 aims to stop college professors from teaching about systemic racism By Rochelle Anne Davis and Eileen Kane (Special to Black Headline News) A Florida law that took effect on July 1, 2023, restricts how educators in the state’s public colleges and universities can teach about the racial oppression that African Americans have faced...
What Is Digital Accessibility? Plus How to Get Started
- July 26, 2023
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As you may have noticed, accessibility awareness is on the rise [1]. In fact, it’s now often framed as a “business win” rather than a compliance burden [2]. But what is digital accessibility? As a website owner, you may want to gain a solid understanding of this concept. (more…)...
What the US can learn from affirmative action at universities in Brazil
- July 25, 2023
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Affirmative action for college students in Brazil led to better employment prospects for those who benefited from the policy By Neil Lewis Jr., Inácio Bó and Rodrigo Zeidan (Special to Black Headline News) When Brazil implemented affirmative action at its federal universities in 2012, the policy prompted a public debate that largely resembles the debate...
Dele Alli abuse revelations highlight how professional footballers suffer greater mental health risk
- July 25, 2023
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By James Newman (Special to Black Headline News) Everton footballer Dele Alli released an emotional interview with pundit and former player Gary Neville, on July 13. The video was a poignant reminder of the difficult upbringings experienced by many professional footballers and the long-term impact on their mental health, both within and outside of the...
Here are 3 ways Black people say their white co-workers and managers can support them
- July 24, 2023
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Co-workers and managers can be an antidote to slowing down systemic racism By Jennifer R. Joe and Wendy K. Smith (Special to Black Headline News) “How can I be an ally?” It’s a question a lot of white people have been asking in recent years, especially since the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police...
As 16 fake electors are charged for election fraud, House and Senate re-back ‘Freedom to Vote Act’
- July 20, 2023
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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel charges16 Michigan residents with multiple felony counts for elaborate false electors scheme; meanwhile, Congress members re-introduce voter legislation to set basic national standards during elections By Julia Dudley Najieb – Black Headline News Since the initial beginning of our country’s inception, U.S. elections have proven to be an area of...
Fermented food is a staple in west Africa: 5 ways to make sure it’s safe for eating
- July 17, 2023
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West African cuisine makes significant use of fermented condiments By Omololu Fagunwa – Research Fellow, Queen’s University Belfast (Special to Black Headline News) A typical west African menu is not complete without a fermented food or drink. These are foods that have been transformed by natural processes involving “friendly” microorganisms like bacteria or yeast. The...
The Relevance of the Congressional Black Caucus in Black America Today (2023)
- July 15, 2023
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The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) is a critical and influential institution in American politics, focusing on advocating for the interests of Black Americans. Formed in 1971, The Black Caucus began as an informal alliance of Black American lawmakers, which evolved into a formal organization. By combining their power, these founders sought to increase their influence...
The Relevance of Margaret Higgins Sanger on Black America