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Tracy Morgan surprised residents when he appeared at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new community center in Brooklyn. The event made the legendary comedian feel nostalgic about his own humble beginnings when he resided in the area as a child.
Nationwide protests have taken place since October 7 despite the disbanding of the controversial Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) police unit.
The demonstrators have been accused of attacking police stations and personnel.
The rallies which are mostly attended by young people have become avenues to vent against corruption and unemployment.
Rights groups say at least 15 people have been killed the demonstrations began in early October.
Ryan Destiny, who is best known for her role as Alexandra Crane on the now-canceled Fox television show “Star,” recently sent a message to young Black women in Hollywood.
On Thursday, June 4, Destiny posted a lengthy message on Instagram to encourage young people to speak out against discrimination in the workplace.
Reflecting on a time when she was mistreated on set, she wrote: “This message is to my fellow black sisters in particular… This goes for any career or work space but I’m speaking from my own experience.”
“If you are just now entering Hollywood in any form or plan to… and at some point experience discrimination, appropriation, racism, colorism, microaggression even if sometimes sadly by your own people…speak up for yourself.
Destiny revealed on Twitter that “Glee” star Amber Patrice Riley inspired her to tell her story.
As the pandemic continues to affect Black and other communities of color disproportionately, health experts are warning of a new mental health crisis linked to the coronavirus outbreak: an increase in suicides among Blacks. Measures suggested by health officials to curb the spread of the virus, including social distancing, may lead to isolation and suicide []
Rapper T.I. has agreed to help lead a college course on trap music at Clark Atlanta University.
A Virginia judge has ordered a 10-day halt to Governor Ralph Northam’s plan to remove a statue of Robert E. Lee statue on Richmond’s historic Monument Avenue.
“The monuments we put in the middle of our cities should be of people we aspire to be,” said Rachel Pais, a protester near the Lee monument.
Police were widely criticized a day later for deploying tear gas on a crowd of nonviolent protesters at the Lee monument.
Less than two hours after the police department’s explanation, the department issued another tweet: “Chief [Will] Smith just reviewed video of gas being deployed by RPD officers near the Lee Monument and apologizes for this unwarranted action.
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by Ben Jealous (TriceEdneyWire.com)—One of the most exciting parts of this year’s Democratic National Convention for me was the keynote speech delivered collectively by a group of young progressive elected … Continued
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Sanders, a longtime political strategist, lends her energy and experience to help guide plans to push back against voter disenfranchisement and suppression.
Fortunately, there are effective actions parents can take to help keep kids safe online so that they can continue to reap the educational and social benefits of online use.
• Steer Children to Quality Content: From free educational gaming apps to the online educational resources offered by museums and your local library, actively encourage your kids to explore the wealth of positive content designed for students and young people.
For example, by using OurPact, a screen time management solution, parents can limit app access automatically for recurring activities like school or bedtime, and can block or grant internet access on a child’s device any time.
“These abilities allow families to create and maintain a well-balanced schedule, while also offering parents a valuable tool for protecting their kids from unsafe content and people,” says Michele Havner, director of marketing for Eturi Corp., makers of OurPact.
While the current crisis has created new online hazards that families should be aware of, parents can be proactive about keepings kids safe.
But if you talk about the rise of rock in the 1950s and the vocal delivery of its pioneers, in my book Little Richard stands apart.
Though “Liar” may also owe a debt to “Puss ‘N’ Boots” by the New York Dolls (another influential band), glam rockers like the Dolls must, in turn, acknowledge the debt they owe to Little Richard.
Directly preceding the blunt force of punk rock was the androgyny and sexual ambiguity of the glam rock scene, and Little Richard stands as one of its patron saints.
A true showman, Little Richard opened the door for the glamorous side of rock and roll to come out and strut its stuff, and his list of disciples includes Lou Reed, T. Rex, Kiss and Prince, to name a scant few.
And while he knew his way around a gospel tune better than most people — the legendary Mahalia Jackson herself would claim he sang it the way it should be sung — Little Richard found he couldn’t turn his back on rock forever.
Prime Minister Keith Rowley said on Saturday, that the country has issues of racism, but he hopes we can learn from what is happening to the US and other places that are reacting to the police killing of an African American man. Rowley was responding to protests which began on May 26 and eventually spread across the US after the []
Hometown boxing champ Jamal 'Shango' James is reaching back to youth people in the neighborhood.
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On Sunday (June 7), former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama were among a group of celebrities who virtually honored the graduating high school class of 2020.
“You have arrived, here in the middle of a global crisis, a racial pandemic and worldwide expression of outrage at the senseless killing of yet another unarmed Black human being.
The killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and so many others have left us all broken,” Beyoncé added.
You have arrived, here in the middle of a global crisis, a racial pandemic and worldwide expression of outrage at the senseless killing of yet another unarmed Black human being.
One of the main purposes of my art for many years has been dedicated to showing the beauty of Black people to the world: our history, our profundity, and the value of Black lives.
Clifford has announced he will be curating a “Business Of Trap Music” course at Clark University.
The guest spot has been confirmed by Clark Atlanta University (CAU) President George T. French Jr. and Tip will partner with Presidential Leadership Scholar and Hip-Hop aficionado Dr. Melva K. Williams.
I am excited to be partnering with Clark Atlanta University in my hometown – Atlanta.”
“In higher education it is important that we challenge, empower and equip our students with the proper resources to excel,” said President George T. French Jr.
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