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Healing our Communities and Curbing Community Division Through Nonviolence Education and Training

The great, late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said that “Nonviolence is a powerful and just weapon. Indeed, it is a weapon unique in history, which cuts without wounding and ennobles the man who wields it.” Although Election

Broadway’s TINA – The Tina Turner Musical Makes It Miami Premiere at the Arsht in the New Year – January 14-19, 2025

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County (@arshtcenter) and Broadway Across America (@bwayamerica) are proud to continue the 2024-2025 Broadway in Miami series with the Miami premiere of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL (@tinabroadway) for a limited

How Effective is Tutoring in the United States? – 4 Essential Reads

The private and in-schooling tutoring market in the United States has grown substantially since the COVID-19 pandemic. It helps that the U.S. Education Department has been offering US$220 million of funding since 2022 to help schools build tutoring programs to assist with pandemic-related learning losses. Meanwhile, certain school districts have

New Set of Human Rights Principles Aims to End Displacement and Abuse of Indigenous People Through ‘Fortress Conservation’

For more than a century, conservationists have worked to preserve natural ecosystems by creating national parks and protected areas. Today the Earth faces a global biodiversity crisis, with more than 1 million species at risk of extinction. This makes it even

Not All Insurrections Are Equal – For Enslaved Americans, It Was the Only Option

For most Americans, Jan. 6 was once an ordinary, ho-hum day. That changed in 2021 when millions of television viewers watched thousands of Trump supporters assault the U.S. Capitol in their violent attempt to stop Joe Biden’s presidential victory. Legislators

Surgeon General Warns Alcohol Consumption Increases Cancer Risk, Urges New Warning Labels

The U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, has issued an advisory linking alcohol consumption to an increased risk of cancer, calling for updated warning labels on alcoholic beverages to inform consumers better. Alcohol is listed as one of the leading

Congressional Black Caucus Ushers in New Era with Record Membership and Historic Firsts

The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) celebrated a historic milestone with its largest membership ever, as 62 Black lawmakers were sworn in ahead of the 119th United States Congress. Among them were groundbreaking figures, including two Black women Senators and two

Dr. Arikana’s Bold Pick: The Controversial Book Shaping Pan-African Thought

By Peter Grear, AI assisted Black communities worldwide are trapped in a legacy of systemic exploitation perpetuated by global powers, multinational corporations, and entrenched inequality. John Perkins’ seminal work, Confessions of an Economic Hitman, lays bare the covert operations that

Too Good to Be True? New Study Shows People Reject Freebies and Cheap Deals For Fear of Hidden Costs

If you’re offered a free cookie, you might say yes. But if you’re paid to eat a free cookie, would your response be the same? In our new research, twice as many people were willing to eat a cookie when they

Climate Change is Making Plants Less Nutritious − That Could Already Be Hurting Animals That Are Grazers

More than one-third of all animals on Earth, from beetles to cows to elephants, depend on plant-based diets. Plants are a low-calorie food source, so it can be challenging for animals to consume enough energy to meet their needs. Now climate

New Orleans Attacker’s Apparent Loyalty to Islamic State Group Highlights Persistent Threat of Lone Wolf Terrorism

The deadly Jan. 1, 2025, attack in New Orleans serves as a reminder of the persistent threat to the U.S. from individuals inspired by extremist Islamist groups. While the investigation is still ongoing, some details about the suspect have been released. Authorities

BuyBlack.org Introduces AI Assistant Zuri, a Free Pilot Program to Help Black Chambers, Publishers, and Bloggers Promote Black-owned Businesses

BuyBlack.org, the leading online directory for Black-owned businesses, is proud to announce the launch of a free pilot program for its groundbreaking AI assistant, Zuri. This innovative tool is designed to connect communities with Black-owned businesses across the U.S. Zuri is a game-changing

The 2025 Elinor Williams Hooker Tea Talk Series Explores “The Art of War: Conflict and the African American Philosophy”

The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH) presents the 2025 Elinor Williams Hooker Tea Talk Series, titled “The Art of War: Conflict and the African American Philosophy.” Inspired by Sun Tzu’s classic text, The Art of War, this year’s series presents a

New Year Brings a Wave of New Laws Across the United States

As 2025 begins, jurisdictions across the United States enact new laws that impact gun safety, healthcare, consumer privacy, and transportation. Washington, D.C. In the nation’s capital, insurance providers must now cover infertility diagnosis and treatment, including three rounds of in

Federal Judges Sound Alarm as Jan. 6 Arrests, Sentences Continue While Trump’s Pardons Loom

Federal judges are expressing concern over the future of justice for January 6 defendants as Donald Trump prepares to retake office and considers pardoning the participants in the Capitol attack. This week’s arrests and sentences of more alleged offenders show

Color Of Change Launches New Black Tech Agenda To Make Technology Work for Black Communities

Color Of Change (COC), the nation’s largest online racial justice organization, has released its updated Black Tech Agenda, a detailed plan to ensure technology and artificial intelligence (AI) systems designed by Big Tech help rather than harm Black communities. This agenda

T.D. Jakes Enterprises Acquires Castiron to Launch Innovative E-Commerce Platform “Nourysh”

In a significant strategic move into the technology sector, T.D. Jakes Enterprises, (TDJE), a social impact holding company, announced the acquisition of Castiron, a leading e-commerce technology startup. This acquisition enables the launch of Nourysh. Powered by the Good Soil Movement, Nourysh is an innovative all-in-one

Forbes Publishes Inaugural ForbesBLK 50 List, Spotlighting Influential Black Trailblazers Creating Lasting Impact Across Business And Entrepreneurship

Forbes recently announced the honorees of the inaugural ForbesBLK 50: Power, Wealth and Impact List, recognizing fifty of the most influential members in the Black community and amplifying self-made Black millionaires and billionaires who are driving systematic change in business, culture

Should I Worry About Mold Growing In My Home?

Mold growth in your home can be unsettling. Blackened spots and dusty patches on the walls are signs that something is amiss, but it is important to distinguish between mold growth that is a nuisance and mold growth that may

5 of the Most Frustrating Health Insurer Tactics and Why They Exist

The U.S. has made great progress in getting more people insured since the Affordable Care Act took effect in 2014. The share of uninsured Americans ages 18 to 64 fell from 18% before the ACA to 9.5% in 2022. And preexisting conditions

What Does 2025 Hold For Interest Rates, Inflation and the American Consumer?

New year, new questions Heading into 2024, we said the U.S. economy would likely continue growing, in spite of pundits’ forecast that a recession would strike. The past year showcased strong economic growth, moderating inflation, and efficiency gains, leading most economists and the financial press to

NASA’s micro-mission Lunar Trailblazer will make macro-measurements of the lunar surface in 2025

NASA’s upcoming Artemis II mission is slated to return astronauts to the Moon no sooner than April 2026. Astronauts were last on the Moon in 1972 during the Apollo 17 mission. Artemis II will utilize NASA’s Space Launch System, which is an extremely powerful

Enhanced Michael Jackson ONE Immerses Fans in the King of Pop’s Unmatched Brilliance

Written by Stacy M. Brown And, beginning at 7:30 a.m. EST on Tuesday, Dec. 24, the Black Press of America’s Let It Be Known News will air a presentation about the King of Pop, his genius and lasting legacy. The broadcast

Cold Weather Safety for Children

Written by The Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center NNPA NEWSWIRE — Keep babies’ cribs free of stuffed animals and blankets. A firm mattress covered with a tight-fitting crib sheet is all that an infant needs to sleep safely.

Jimmy Carter, 39th President and Global Humanitarian, Dies at 100

Written by Stacy M. Brown Carter is survived by his four children, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and a legacy of public service that transformed lives around the globe. He will be buried next to Rosalynn under a willow tree near a

As Trump Era Begins, Carter’s Legacy of Inclusion Endures

Written by Stacy M. Brown the death of former President Jimmy Carter has reignited an appreciation for a leader who championed equality, justice, and humanity over self-interest and division. Carter, who died at 100, leaves a legacy rooted in humility and

Congresswoman Yvette Clarke Leads Push for Marcus Garvey’s Exoneration

Written by Stacy M. Brown In a letter to the president, the lawmakers described the case as rooted in prosecutorial misconduct designed to discredit Garvey and undermine his work for racial justice and empowerment. Congresswoman Yvette Clarke (D-NY) and 20 of

Rollbacks, Rallies, and Resilience: Black America’s Battle for Equity in 2024

Written by Stacy M. Brown From court rulings affecting civil rights to landmark political milestones, 2024 was a year of challenges and pivotal achievements. In 2024, Black Americans encountered a series of political events that tested their resilience and commitment to

Richard Parsons, Esteemed Corporate Leader and Jazz Enthusiast, Dies at 76

Richard Dean Parsons, a distinguished leader in corporate America renowned for his roles at Time Warner and Citigroup, died Thursday at his Manhattan home. He was 76. Parsons, who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2015, had scaled back his

Exhibition of Multimedia Works by Haitian American Artists M. Florine Démosthène and Didier William Explore Cultural Duality and the Immigrant Experience

The Frist Art Museum presents M. Florine Démosthène and Didier William: What the Body Carries, a multimedia exhibition of figurative paintings, collages, and sculptures by Haitian American artists M. Florine Démosthène and Didier William. Organized by the Frist Art Museum, the

Ahead of Black History Month, the Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) Announces Expansion into Culver City for 2025, Maintaining Iconic Los Angeles Cinemark Venue

The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) is thrilled to announce a significant expansion in 2025 that includes extending its vibrant presence to Culver City while continuing to grace the beloved Cinemark theaters in Baldwin Hills. This expansion reflects the festival’s

In Disney’s ‘Moana,’ the Characters Navigate Using the Stars, Just Like Real Polynesian Explorers − an Astronomer Explains How These Methods Work

If you have visited an island like one of the Hawaiian Islands, Tahiti or Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui, you may have noticed how small these land masses appear against the vast Pacific Ocean. If you’re on Hawaii,

James Mangold to Be Honored With Trailblazer Award; Cynthia Erivo to Be Honored With Visionary Award at 2025 Sundance Film Festival Gala Celebrating Sundance Institute Presented by Google TV

The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced today that writer-director-producer James Mangold (Searchlight Pictures’ A Complete Unknown) will be honored with the Trailblazer Award. Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award–winner and two-time Academy Award nominee Cynthia Erivo, currently starring as Elphaba in Universal Pictures’ Wicked, will be honored with the Visionary Award at

Climate of Fear is Driving Local Officials to Quit – New Study From California Finds Threats, Abuse Rampant

Threats and harassment are pushing some politicians out of office, scaring off some would-be candidates and even compelling some elected officials to change their vote. Those are some of the conclusions of a new study I led on political violence in Southern

A Party With A Purpose: Beverly Hills West (CA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Hosts Sold-Out Second Annual Green & White Reception

The Beverly Hills West (CA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated (BHW) hosted its sold-out second annual Green & White Reception under the theme “A Party With A Purpose”. Held in the iconic AMG Showroom courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Beverly Hills, this highly

Traffic Stops, Racial Disparities, and the Call for Systemic Reform

Traffic stops remain the most common reason for police-initiated contact across all racial groups, according to a new report from the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS). The report, part of a series examining police interactions with U.S. residents since 1996,

Ethics Committee Finds ‘Substantial Evidence’ of Misconduct by Former Congressman Matt Gaetz

The House Ethics Committee released a detailed report on Monday, revealing extensive evidence that former Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz engaged in criminal and unethical behavior during his time in Congress. The bipartisan 42-page report, adopted on December 10, outlined multiple

A Day Without Child Care

As we end the year, we look back at some of the important viewpoints about early childhood education shared during 2024. Here’s one from leaders in North Carolina that applies on a national level. On May 16, we will be closing

Biden Commutes Sentences of 37 Federal Death Row Inmates

The American Civil Liberties Union celebrated President Joe Biden’s historic action in commuting 37 federal death sentences. The group proclaimed that Biden has taken an “unequivocal stand against one of the most flawed and inhumane mechanisms of the U.S. criminal

What Does the US Attorney General Actually Do? A Law Professor Explains

Shortly after former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration to serve as U.S. attorney general, President-elect Donald Trump announced he would nominate Pam Bondi for the position. A former Florida attorney general, Bondi also worked for Trump as a defense lawyer during the first of

No Flood Gauges, No Warning: 99% of US Streams Are Off the Radar Amid Rising Flash Flood Risks – We Saw the Harm in 2024

Flooding is one of the deadliest and costliest natural disasters in the U.S., causing billions of dollars in damage each year. In 2024 alone, floods destroyed homes in over a dozen states and claimed more than 165 lives. Southeast Texas was hit by flash flooding repeatedly in the spring,

For Enslaved People, the Holiday Season Was a Time For Revelry – and a Brief Window to Fight Back

During the era of slavery in the Americas, enslaved men, women and children also enjoyed the holidays. Slave owners usually gave them bigger portions of food, gifted them alcohol and provided extra days of rest. Those gestures, however, were not

Permanent Standard Time? Trump’s Plan Could Change How D.C., Nation, Experiences Daylight

President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement to eliminate daylight saving time (DST) has raised questions about its impact on daily life in Washington, D.C., and the country at large. The plan could lead to noticeable changes in how Americans experience daylight, particularly

Introducing “And That’s the Tea Podcast”. A Bold, Transformative Space for Black Women to Own Their Power.

Lynn Graham, the visionary creator and producer behind the groundbreaking “And That’s the Tea Podcast,” is launching her latest project designed to empower and uplift Black women everywhere. With a mission rooted in authenticity, self-love, and unapologetic growth, this rebranded podcast brings

Winners Announced For the 16th Annual AAFCA Awards Presented by the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA)

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) today announced the winners of its 16th annual AAFCA Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to cinema, along with its selections for the top ten films of the year. Winners will be celebrated at the

Parents and Caregivers: How to Stop Feeling Like a Grinch and Be More Present With Your Kids This Holiday Season

Holidays are often depicted as picture-perfect moments: families blissfully united around a table filled with seasonal food favorites against an immaculate backdrop. For many parents, attempting to meet such unrealistic expectations can undermine their self-worth – and their sanity. In

FPL and Partners Help Spread Joy this Holiday Season at Shopping Spree Event

Recently, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) partnered with 100 Black Men of South Florida for their Annual Holiday Shopping Spree. The event took place at the Walmart in Miami Gardens. Over 200 children, ages 5 – 17, paired up with volunteers from FPL,

Federal Protection For Monarch Butterflies Could Help or Harm This Iconic Species, Depending on How It’s Carried Out

Monarch butterflies are among the most beloved insects in North America. They are brightly colored and unique, both as caterpillars and later as mature insects. Monarchs are found in every U.S. state except Alaska, so nearly everyone has seen a

We Interviewed 30 Black Public School Teachers in Philadelphia to Understand Why So Many Are Leaving the Profession

Tracey, a high school teacher in the Philadelphia School District, remembers the hurtful comments she heard from parents when she started her career over a decade ago as a young Black teacher in what was then a predominantly white area

Stephen and Ayesha Curry’s Eat. Learn. Play. Spreads Joy in Oakland with 12th Annual Christmas with the Currys

Recently, Stephen and Ayesha Curry’s Eat. Learn. Play. announced the conclusion of the 12th annual Christmas with the Currys, where the Oakland-based foundation provided more than $2 Million in resources and support to students and families this holiday season. Throughout December,

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