Tina Knowles, the esteemed matriarch of the Knowles family and mother to global icons Beyoncé and Solange, has recently opened up about her battle with breast cancer. Her diagnosis has ignited an important dialogue around breast cancer awareness, particularly emphasizing the unique challenges faced by African American women in this
April 25 marks the 107th birthday of jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald, born in 1918 in Newport News, Virginia. Despite early hardships, including being orphaned and experiencing homelessness, Fitzgerald’s remarkable talent led her to become one of the most celebrated jazz vocalists in history. Her legacy continues to inspire musicians worldwide.
On April 25, 2025, a national town hall meeting was held at Shiloh Baptist Church in Washington, D.C., to assess President Trump’s first 100 days in office. The discussion focused on policies affecting the Black community and strategies for advocacy and resistance.
Marion County, Indianapolis, has experienced a surge in Black-owned business applications and revenue. Despite this growth, challenges such as limited access to capital and anti-DEI sentiments pose obstacles. Local initiatives are working to support Black entrepreneurs in building sustainable enterprises.
Celebrity sightings are always a hot topic, but when rapper Kevin Gates and influencer Brittany Renner were spotted together courtside at a Lakers game, the buzz reached a whole new level. This unexpected pairing quickly went viral, capturing the attention of fans and media alike. Who Are Kevin Gates
[Photo: Yara Nardi/Reuters] Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, has died at the age of 88 Pope Francis has left an indelible mark on the Catholic Church and the world at large. As the first pope from the Americas, he brought a fresh perspective and renewed focus on inclusivity and humility. His...
Tina Knowles, the esteemed matriarch of the Knowles family and mother to global icons Beyoncé and Solange, has recently opened up about her battle with
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By:Bill King On Wednesday, the Transportation Committee of the Texas Senate held a hearing on a bill by Sen. Paul Bettencourt, which would implement some
...By: Dr. Justice Especially since the presidential inauguration in January, significant controversy looms over the fate of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. DEI began
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Recent studies show that synthetic braid hair has harmful chemicals which have been linked to cancer. For many Black people, synthetic hair is a go-to
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For over 198 years the Black Press and the Black Church have joined together for causes of freedom, justice, equality, equity, and empowerment. Today
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By:NBC News George Foreman, world heavyweight boxing champion and Olympic gold medalist who later became an entrepreneur known for the indoor grills that bore his
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“A life lived with pur- pose, a heart devoted to care.” Dr. Florence Wooten, a cherished physician, loving mother and grandmother, and proud lifelong Houstonian,
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By: Travis McGee All across our city we often hear the term “Affordable Housing” and you also see so- called affordable hous- ing projects thrown
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We are inviting the public and diverse leaders and organizations to protest. The protest will be held at Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby on Sunday, March 2nd at
...By:Jazz Paz Have you ever been bullied? Has your child? It’s a despairing, defeating, infuriating experience. Bullies lack morals or empathy. They “need” domination to
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By:Dwight Daniels A community college education is the best starting point for today’s high school graduates, according to many who have attended and acquired a
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By Taalib Saber, attorney and owner of The Saber Firm As Black History Month reminds us of our legacy of resilience and economic power,
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