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First charter flight with US citizens fleeing Haiti lands in Miami

As gang violence continues to escalate in Haiti, U.S. citizens have decided to flee the country on a government-chartered flight back to America.

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As AI tools get smarter, they’re growing more covertly racist, experts find

A report reveals that AI discriminates against Black job applicants, presenting a concern in a world that increasingly uses the technology.

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‘American Society of Magical Negroes’ cast and director say not to judge the film by its trailer

A new satirical film pokes fun at a stereotype of Black characters that is sometimes seen in movies by white filmmakers.

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Victims of the Flint Water Crisis Are Still Waiting to Get Paid

Some residents of Flint, Michigan have passed before receiving payments related to the water crisis because of how the cases are structured.

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6 Massachusetts teens charged in racial bullying incident with mock slave auction on Snapchat

Swift action has been taken against a group of Massachusetts teens who posted about a fake slave auction on social media.

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Elon Musk Keeps Spreading a Very Specific Kind of Racism

Since purchasing Twitter, Elon Musk has continued to let racist activity flourish–and is now contributing to that activity.

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What to know about the crisis of violence, politics and hunger engulfing Haiti

Amid political turmoil, violence rages in Haiti, while residents have few places to turn for safety–or food.

Latonya Moore says she hopes police will take missing person cases more seriously, rather than blaming the victims. (Photo: Sebastián Hidalgo)

Serve and Protect? Not if Your Loved One’s Black and Missing

Friends and family of missing Black people are often ignored and mistreated by the police, who do not prioritize these cases.

Jessica Faith (left), Ernestine "Tina" Wyatt, Dr. Edda Fields-Black and Lieutenant General (Retired) Scott Dingle educate the community during a program to honor Harriet Tubman program at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Washington, D.C.

D.C. community celebrates Harriet Tubman Day

A relative of Harriet Tubman ensures that the activist’s work is remembered and celebrated each year in Washington, D.C.

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What does Alabama embryo ruling mean for Black women, future of IVF?

Alabama’s recent ruling that frozen embryos are protected by wrongful-death laws may make IVF less accessible to many.

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American Academy of Dermatology votes to keep its diversity policies after anti-DEI proposal

Despite a push for the Academy to end its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, the advisory board reaffirmed their commitment to such values by rejecting the resolution.

A local mural honors Manuel Ellis, who was killed by Tacoma Police in 2020.

How the Puyallup Tribe Increased Police Accountability in Washington

After a tribal member’s death at police hands, a Washington tribe took action, and their activism could lead to real police reform.

U.S. Rep. Glenn Ivey (D-Md.-04) announces the finalization of approximately $12 million in federal funding he secured for Maryland’s Fourth Congressional District.

Rep. Glenn Ivey helps secure nearly $12 million in federal funds for Montgomery and Prince George’s County, Md.

A Maryland representative has secured funding to free up space that can be used for low-income housing.

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International News: They went to school but ended up as hostages. 287 children are missing in Nigeria’s forests

Yesterday, 287 children were kidnapped by motorcycle-riding gunmen outside their school in Kaduna state, Nigeria. This is the largest school kidnapping case since 2014.

The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) celebrates its 80th anniversary and honors those who work to support the legacy. (Jacques Benovil/The Washington Informer)

UNCF Celebrates 80 Years of Working to Advance Black Educational Opportunities

An elegant event recognizing the UNCF’s history of making education accessible attracted celebrities and raised money.

Asiha Grigsby floats down the runway in a custom dress. Credit: Photo courtesy of Darrell Stoney Sr.

D.C. Fashion Week displays cultural pride during international showcase

A recent fashion show in Washington, D.C., highlighted Black models and fashion designers, among others.

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Top 2023 movies shows diversity in Hollywood is paying off

The top movies of 2023 boast more diverse casts than have been seen in the past, which might even point to why they’re so popular in the first place.

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Trump says racist things about Black voters. Why are some defending him?

Despite regularly making racist comments, Trump still has a loyal troop of Black voters behind him. The former president appeals to the Black community with promises of safer streets and financial stability, among other things.

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The Zyn Craze: Nicotine’s New Disguise

With the Black community facing disproportionate rates of cancer compared to other groups, parents are becoming increasingly worried about the carcinogens in nicotine devices accessible to teens.

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ABHM Book Club presents The Water Dancer By Ta-Nehisi Coates

ABHM will be reading The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates and discussing it virtually on March 21st. In this gripping tale by the acclaimed Coates, the protagonist Hiram Walker, born into slavery, discovers a mysterious power after a near-death experience. Determined to escape bondage and liberate his family, he navigates the covert battlegrounds of slavery, fueled by love and resilience, in a poignant story of defiance and courage.

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Family of man shot dead by police sues officer for ‘excessive and deadly force’

After Devonte Brown was killed by a cop using “excessive and deadly force,” his family and friends seek closure by filing a federal lawsuit against the officer.