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Following the death of Pope Francis, African Catholics are hopeful that the next pope could be the first Black pontiff in modern history. Prominent African cardinals, including Ghana’s Cardinal Peter Turkson and Congo’s Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo Besungu, are among the leading contenders. Supporters believe that a Black pope would acknowledge
Comedian Kevin Hart is set to host the 2025 BET Awards, marking the event’s 25th anniversary. Having previously hosted in 2011, Hart returns to celebrate a quarter-century of Black excellence in music, film, and culture. The awards ceremony, scheduled for June 9, will be preceded by the BET Experience (BETX)
In response to President Donald Trump’s executive order criticizing the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture for promoting a “divisive, race-centered ideology,” Black churches nationwide are mobilizing support. Leaders like Rev. Robert Turner of Baltimore and Rev. Otis Moss III of Chicago are encouraging congregations to donate
Reverend Darnell Pierce, a prominent Houston pastor, was arrested while leading a peaceful demonstration advocating for police accountability. The incident has sparked discussions about the rights of citizens to protest and the role of law enforcement in managing peaceful assemblies.
In response to federal rollbacks of DEI programs, California lawmakers have proposed new reparations bills aimed at addressing historical racial injustices. The legislation includes measures such as prioritizing descendants of enslaved people for public university admissions and updating educational curricula. These efforts reflect a continued commitment to equity at the
[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...
Wendy Williams, a name synonymous with daytime television, has faced significant challenges in recent years. Known for her bold personality and candid approach, Wendy’s journey
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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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