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How ‘Mufasa’ rose with Aaron Pierre and Blue Ivy’s voices along with new Lin-Manuel Miranda music
The live-action prequel offers a fresh exploration into Mufasa’s origin, with help from stars Aaron Pierre and Blue Ivy. SAN […]... Read more
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Brandon Boyd’s GoFundMe Lags After Cops Kill Black Man Amid Mental Health Crisis
The family of Brandon Boyd, a Black man shot and killed by California Police, has launched a GoFundMe, but it hasn’t received much attention.... Read more
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Ne-Yo’s matching tattoos spark social media buzz
R&B sensation Ne-Yo has set the internet ablaze with a recent revelation: he and one of his girlfriends have gotten matching tattoos. The couple’s decision to ink their love for each other has not only caught the attention of fans but also sparked a lively debate on social media. Details of the matching tattoos In […] The post Ne-Yo’s matching... Read more
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Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman spark dating rumors at USATF Gala
Track and field enthusiasts were abuzz recently as Olympic star Sha’Carri Richardson seemingly confirmed her romance with fellow sprinter Christian Coleman during the USATF Night of Legends event held on Dec. 7. Richardson — known for her vibrant personality and impressive athleticism — shared a heartwarming moment on her Instagram story that has fans speculating […] The post Sha’Carri Richardson... Read more
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The Apollo Theater earns a Kennedy Center honor
In addition to The Apollo, the Kennedy Center paid tribute to Francis Ford Coppola, the Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt and […]... Read more
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Santa called me over
A chance encounter with Santa Claus at the mall sparks a magical moment for a 65-year-old woman, rekindling the spirit of Christmas. The post Santa called me over appeared first on QCity Metro.... Read more
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School-based health center set to bring pediatric care to town without any practices
For families in Randolph, taking their kids on a trip to the doctor is often a trek. In the town, which has little to no regular pediatric care, even something as routine as a school sports physical can turn from a simple health care visit into an all-day affair. “There are still no pediatric practices […]... Read more
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Black sitcoms take center stage in ‘Holiday Feast’
“Holiday Feast” is a live performance of holiday episodes from classic Black TV sitcoms of the 1970s, ‘80s and ‘90s, serving up seasonal joy with a heavy dose of nostalgia.... Read more
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Black Bostonians more likely to be sent for involuntary mental health institutionalization by clinicians
Black Bostonians are much more likely to have health care providers try to involuntarily hospitalize them amid mental health emergencies, according to a new study out this month.... Read more
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A free holiday extravaganza is headed to Hibernian Hall in Roxbury’s Nubian Square
Hosted by the Roxbury Cultural District, “A Winter NubianLand” will feature live performances, food and refreshments from local vendors, arts and crafts from local merchants, a Children’s Art Room, and “Live Like a Local” tours of the district.... Read more
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Get Lit Cookoff engages kids with their community
In the days leading up to Thanksgiving, Alda Witherspoon, founder of The Witherspoon Institute (WIN), hosted the 2nd annual GET LIT Thanksgiving Cook-Off at Florian Hall in Dorchester.... Read more
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Can a ‘Southern Diet’ holiday be healthy?
Sweet potato pie. Mac and cheese. Cornbread, candied yams, and another slice of sweet potato pie. One of the best parts about celebrating the holidays is piling your plate high with seasonal foods well-known in the Black community.... Read more
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Meek Mill Speaks On Jay-Z After Explosive Sexual Assault Lawsuit Drops
If you haven’t heard, Shawn Carter, known as Jay-Z, was accused, along with Sean “Diddy” Combs, of raping a 13-year-old girl over 20 years ago, in a lawsuit that was refiled on Sunday. News of the lawsuit hit the internet on Sunday evening, with many running to social media to break down the shocking allegations…Read more...... Read more
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Black America Reacts to Jay-Z, Diddy's Heinous Rape Allegation And Jay-Z's Massive Denial
Oh Boy, this is ugly. Jay-Z has responded to being accused of sexually assaulting a child along with disgraced musician and rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs. The accusations came in a lawsuit on Sunday and since then all hell broke loose. You’ve been warned: Buckle up. Read more...... Read more
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What Diddy's First Christmas in Jail Will Look Like
Instead of decorating a 9-foot tall pine tree with the family or splurging on the latest designer clothes for gifts, Bad Boy Entertainment CEO Sean “Diddy” Combs is expected to spend Christmas behind bars awaiting prosecution on federal sex crime charges. Read more...... Read more
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Is the Cold-Blooded UnitedHealthcare CEO Killer Getting This Much Love Because He's a White Man?
The response to UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson being shot and killed in Manhattan last week has been…interesting, to say the least. Dude, whose identity remains unknown and is probably somewhere cooling in Istanbul while the Feds and everyone else continue searching for him, has turned into a something of a pop…Read more...... Read more
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Black Women Know About Glinda-Elphaba Relationship in 'Wicked,' Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are Acting Strange on Press Tour, British Press Erased Erivo From Headlines, Universal Address Massive Pay Difference Between Grande and Erivo and Other News From 'Wicked'
As “Wicked,” starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, continues to fly to the top of the box office, there’s a lot of positive chatter about the film and their respective characters. But there’s one element of their dynamic that keeps getting overlooked that it’s time for us to talk about. — Shanelle GenaiRead more...... Read more
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Randy Moss' Latest Decision Amid His Health Struggles
NFL legend Randy Moss has quietly been battling health issues and as a result, he’ll be stepping away from his role as co-host of ESPN’s “Sunday NFL Countdown” for an extended period.Read more...... Read more
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California banned bilingual education for almost 20 years. It still hasn’t recovered.
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 1953, Bárbara Flores entered kindergarten at Washington Elementary School in Madera, California, a small city in the Central Valley surrounded by farm fields. Her mother and grandmother had talked it up: You’re going to learn a lot. You’re going to like it. […] The post California banned... Read more
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Why aren’t Black women in the conversation to lead the Democratic Party?
The Democratic Party has been wringing its hands and debating a course for its future. It also needs a new leader. Current Democratic National Committee Chairman Jaime Harrison isn’t seeking another term, and the party is preparing to select his replacement. In the month since Democrats lost the 2024 election, several names have emerged as […] The post Why aren’t... Read more
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LGBTQ+ parents are rushing to adopt their children before Trump is sworn in
After three rounds of fertility treatments, Haley Swenson and her wife, Alieza Durana, had a baby boy in March 2023. Because Swenson carried their baby and was the biological mother, only she was seen as the parent in the eyes of the law. Durana would have to adopt her own son. That process is expensive […] The post LGBTQ+ parents... Read more
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Hegseth is the wrong leader for women in the military, warn women veterans and lawmakers
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As Pete Hegseth tries to persuade senators to support him to lead the Department of Defense in the Trump administration, several lawmakers, women veterans and military advocates warn that his confirmation could be detrimental to women in the military and reverse progress in combating sexual assault in the Armed Forces. Hegseth, a […] The post Hegseth is... Read more
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Trans activists stage bathroom sit-in at Capitol Hill
Transgender activists staged a sit-in on Thursday inside the congressional bathroom closest to House Speaker Mike Johnson’s office on Capitol Hill, to protest Republican-led efforts to keep transgender people from using restrooms that match their gender identity. The protest marked a shift in some LGBTQ+ activists’ approach to calling for change ahead of a second Trump […] The post Trans activists... Read more
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Inside the military’s LGBTQ+ witch hunts
This article first appeared on The War Horse, an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service. Subscribe to their newsletter. On weekends, Staff Sgt. Todd VanCantfort, an armed forces police officer in San Antonio, Texas, targeted gay bars in search of anyone in the military. One time, at the direction of his […] The post Inside the... Read more
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Brandon Boyd’s GoFundMe Lags After Cops Kill Black Man Amid Mental Health Crisis
The family of Brandon Boyd, a Black man shot and killed by California Police, has launched a GoFundMe, but it hasn’t received much attention.... Read more
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Justice For Jordan Neely: Daniel Penny’s Lesser Charge Carries Much Lighter Penalty, If Convicted
A New York City jury will deliberate a lesser charge against Daniel Penny for killing Jordan Neely after manslaughter charges were dropped. Here's everything you need to know.... Read more
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HBCU Love: The Top Affordable Historically Black Colleges And Universities In 2025
Here are 15 of the most affordable HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) for 2025, according to U.S. News' rankings. In the case of Black students, many look at Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) as a viable choice. Not only is it an opportunity to connect with like-minded students and embrace the Black experience, tuition and admission fees for... Read more
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Why Are Black Santas Important?
There has been a significant push by Black parents to normalize the idea of a Black Santa, especially for children.... Read more
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Daniel Penny Jury ‘Unable To Come to A Unanimous Vote’ On Manslaughter Verdict In Jordan Neely Killing
Jurors in the manslaughter trial of Daniel Penny, who killed Jordan Neely, are deadlocked and can't reach a verdict.... Read more
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Friend of ‘Karen’ Blames Hateful Attack On Indian American Family On ‘Brain Injury,’ Not Racism
A friend of Arlene Bunch, who went viral for racially harassing an Indian American family at LAX, blamed the act of hate on a "brain injury."... Read more
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Anna Kane, Ex-Wife of NHL Player, Reveals Her Identity to Accuse Diddy of Sexual Assault in Lawsuit
Nationwide — Anna Kane, former wife of NHL player Evander Kane, is one of the women accusing music mogul Diddy of sexual assault in a lawsuit. The case, which dates […] The post Anna Kane, Ex-Wife of NHL Player, Reveals Her Identity to Accuse Diddy of Sexual Assault in Lawsuit first appeared on BlackNews.com.... Read more
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Steve Mensch, the President of Tyler Perry Studios Dies in Plane Crash
Nationwide — Steve Mensch, President of Tyler Perry Studios, tragically died in a single-seater plane crash in Florida on Friday night. Mensch, who was 62 years old, was piloting the […] The post Steve Mensch, the President of Tyler Perry Studios Dies in Plane Crash first appeared on BlackNews.com.... Read more
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Meet the First Black Trans Woman Elected to Chicago's Cook County Office
Nationwide — Precious Brady-Davis was recently sworn in as commissioner of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD). She is making history as the first Black transgender woman […] The post Meet the First Black Trans Woman Elected to Chicago's Cook County Office first appeared on BlackNews.com.... Read more
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Shedeur Sanders Wins Prestigious College Football Award
Nationwide — Shedeur Sanders, a 22-year-old quarterback for the Colorado Buffaloes, recently won the prestigious 2024 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, a major honor for college football’s top upperclassman quarterbacks.“I […] The post Shedeur Sanders Wins Prestigious College Football Award first appeared on BlackNews.com.... Read more
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First Black Director of U.S. Mint Makes History with Limited-Edition Harriet Tubman Commemorative Silver and Gold Coins Available Until December 31st
The event is part of the Young Women’s Financial Wellness Forum before the coin program ends on Dec. 31, 2024 Nationwide — The Young Women’s Financial Wellness Forum event in […] The post First Black Director of U.S. Mint Makes History with Limited-Edition Harriet Tubman Commemorative Silver and Gold Coins Available Until December 31st first appeared on BlackNews.com.... Read more
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Black Nonprofit Partners with Google to Equip Youth with Skills in AI and Google Workspace
Google Executives mentor Project Still I Rise students in artificial intelligence fundamentals and other in-demand tech skills to build brands and a path toward STEM careers Nationwide — In December […] The post Black Nonprofit Partners with Google to Equip Youth with Skills in AI and Google Workspace first appeared on BlackNews.com.... Read more