Breaking News! History in the Making
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
