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Power Book II” Actor Michael Rainey Jr. Leads $2.4M Financial Literacy Program
Michaely Jr. has launched a financial literacy program aimed at empowering young people with essential money management skills. The initiative focuses on educating youth about personal finance to help them make informed decisions and build a secure financial future.
Read MoreThis Date in History: The Zong Massacre Begins
Crew of the slave ship drowned nearly 150 enslaved people, which was en route from England to Jamaica, upon realizing they lacked supplies.
Read MoreThis Breathwork Expert Is Helping Us Breathe Easier In A World That Places Undue Burdens On Black Women
J Marie is advocating for breathwork as a powerful tool for healing and empowerment among Black women, highlighting its benefits for mental health and wellness. Through her programs, she aims to create a supportive community that nurtures self-expression and promotes holistic well-being.
Read MoreTheir homes were destroyed with little notice. Decades later, a settlement attempts to make amends.
Over 1,000 people whos ancestors were forced out of their homes by the city of Palm Springs will receive a financial settlement.
Read MoreWatchdog calls for end to ‘adultification’ of black children by police in England and Wales
A case in London has spurred discussions about the impact of adultification bias on Black children, especially when police are involved.
Read MorePrisoners sustain self-inflicted third-degree burns, calling out against ‘inhumane’ conditions
Virginia’s Black Legislative Caucus has called for the state to investigate neglect and injuries sustained at a supermax prison.
Read MoreAssault trial for man accused in wrong-door shooting of Ralph Yarl moves forward
The family of Andrew Yarl is glad that the trial against the man who shot and killed the boy will proceed.
Read MoreCongress will have a record-setting number of Black members in its ranks next year
The Congressional Black Caucus, now at a record 62 members, is committed to challenging Donald Trump’s agenda while advocating for policies that address the needs and concerns of the Black community. They aim to strengthen their influence and promote equity in legislative matters during his presidency.
Read MoreNetflix’s ‘The Piano Lesson’ Is A Haunting Adaptation — And Not In A Good Way
The latest adaptation of August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson” on Netflix has mixed reviews on its portrayal of ancestry haunted by slavery.
Read MoreThe Strangers by Ekow Eshun review – five Black pioneers
Colin Grant reviews a book in which the author parallels the racism faced by notable figures such as Malcolm X with his own life.
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