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Queen Elizabeth’s death revives criticism of Britain’s legacy of colonialism
While some mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth the II, the others recognize her connections to slavery and other human rights violations.
Bernard Shaw, CNN’s chief anchor for 20 years, dies at 82
The passing of trailblazing news anchor Bernard Shaw, who worked for CNN for two decades, has inspired kind words from former coworkers.
Original ‘Lord of the Rings’ cast joins Amazon in pushing back against ‘Rings of Power’ racist criticism
After Amazon debuted a new Lord of the Ring series, some criticized the decision to cast people of color as Tolkien characters.
Florence Nightingale’s Rival Gets the Last Laugh
While Florence Nightingale is known to many, her Black counterpart, Mary Seacole, has been lost to history. Until now, that is.
Academy Museum’s Show on Black Cinema Raises Questions About Who It’s For
An exhibit in LA’s Academy Museum promises to focus on early Black cinema, but one critic wonders whether it targets white audiences too much.
Civil rights icon Ruby Bridges says she doesn’t fear ‘backlash’ with her new ‘inspiring’ children’s book
Ruby Bridges stresses the importance of speaking about her experiences as a Black girl and woman, which she does in her new book.
NYC to host landmark exhibition honoring Black lives lost to racial injustice
The Say Their Names Memorial, an exhibit dedicated to victims of police violence, will next be displayed in New York City.
MSNBC Films Announces ‘Model America’ Documentary Series
Model America will tell the story of one New Jersey community in the aftermath of a Phillip Pannell’s killing by a white police officer.
Nannie Helen Burroughs, trailblazing Black teacher and labor organizer
Black women like Nannie Helen Burroughs were instrumental in fighting for labor rights for all Americans but especially those marginalized.
Artist Oluseye Ogunlesi builds a Black Ark to explore Canada’s colonial history
A piece by a Nigerian-Canadian artist based on the trans-Atlantic slave trade debuted at a Toronto arts festival this summer.
Big reveal: Biden to help unveil Obama White House portrait
After its unveiling in the White House, President Obama’s official portrait will end the chain of white American presidents.
In St. Louis, a battle is brewing over police accountability
St. Louis police have pushed back against civilian oversight, stating a fear of retaliation by anti-police groups.
Poll: Black and Hispanic Americans more susceptible to gun violence
A recent survey of Americas revealed that Black and Latino people are more likely to know someone who experienced gun violence than others.
Bank of America announces new loan options for first-time homebuyers in Black and Hispanic communities nationwide
People of color and other first-time home buyers can take advantage of new loan options from Bank of America in some neighborhoods.
Delta Air Lines releases new stock images of Black and brown people to promote diversity in travel
Delta Air Lines is working to promote representation in the travel industry with a new photo marketing campaign in partnership with Adobe.
African American AP course now offered to high schools across the U.S.
The College Board and Howard University have developed an African American AP course for high school students to expand their knowledge.
Mississippi governor declares state of emergency with end of Jackson water crisis nowhere in sight
Jackson residents are without running water due to recent flooding, promoting Mississippi’s governor and President Biden to respond.
Barbie honors first female self-made millionaire, Madam C.J. Walker, with new doll
C.J. Walker started a haircare line for Black women, becoming the first self-made woman millionaire. Mattel now honors her with a Barbie.
Black Covid long-haulers felt invisible to the health care system, so they formed their own support groups
Patients like Chimére Smith pleaded with doctors to take their COVID-19 symptoms seriously. When ignored, they went online for support.
