Portland Will Pay Nearly $1.6 Million for Independent Monitor to Oversee City's Compliance With DOJ Settlement
A private firm, MPS & Associates, has been chosen as the independent monitor of a settlement agreement between the DOJ and Portland, costing the city $1.59 million. [ more ]
Astronomers spot a massive 'sleeping giant' black hole less than 2,000 light-years from Earth
Astronomers discovered the most massive known stellar black hole in the Milky Way galaxy, Gaia BH3, by detecting its gravitational influence on a nearby companion. [ more ]
MSNBC's Joy Reid Declares DEI' Prosecutors Targeting Trump and She Loves It: Wonderfully Poetic'
Celebrating diversity in prosecution of Trump by Black officials like Alvin Bragg and Fani Willis; highlighting poetic justice and accountability in a multicultural democracy. [ more ]
Steelers QB Russell Wilson opened up doors for Black signal-callers
The NFL has seen significant progress for Black quarterbacks, with a record 14 starting in 2023, led by pioneers like Russell Wilson.
Russell Wilson believes his success has opened doors for future generations of Black quarterbacks and praises the growing diversity in the league. [ more ]
Columbia president faces anti-Semitism Congress hearing: What's at stake?
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik faces congressional committee over allegations of failing to protect against rising anti-Semitism. [ more ]
ESA's Gaia mission discovers the biggest stellar black hole in our galaxy yet
Scientists have discovered a stellar black hole 33 times the size of our sun in the Milky Way, the largest of its kind seen in our galaxy so far. [ more ]
Pro-Palestinian protests could foreshadow a summer of upheaval
Pro-Palestinian demonstrations causing traffic disruptions may escalate into a challenging summer of protests for President Biden, potential impact on public support. [ more ]
The discovery of heavier black holes challenges previous assumptions about their formation and existence, highlighting the importance of gravitational wave data and observational evidence from missions like Gaia in expanding our understanding of black holes. [ more ]
The U.S. Supreme Court decision allows a Louisiana police officer to sue a Black Lives Matter activist, setting a risky precedent for public demonstrations. [ more ]
A rubber bullet cost me an eye at a protest, but I am still protesting
Environmental activist from Thailand faced violence at a protest but remains committed to fighting for justice and improved protections for peaceful demonstrators. [ more ]
Venezuela shuts diplomatic office in Ecuador to protest Mexico embassy raid
Venezuelan President denounces police raid on Mexican embassy as 'act of barbarism' and plans to close embassy and consulates in Ecuador in protest. [ more ]
Cotton Urges Citizens to Forcibly Confront Pro-Palestinian Protesters
Senator Tom Cotton urged physical force against peaceful protesters blocking roads, sparking controversy and endorsing confrontations with demonstrators. [ more ]
Pro-Palestine protesters shut down the Golden Gate bridge as part of a global day of action over Israel's war on Gaza, which also saw key economic sites blockaded in cities across the world.
Locs Represent Resistance for Black People in the U.S. That's Why They Are under Fire
The battle for Black individuals' hair autonomy continues with discrimination in schools, leading to legislative fights like the CROWN Act across multiple states. [ more ]
Discovery of Record-Size Black Hole Could Transform Our Grasp of Space-Time Ripples
The largest-known black hole, BH3, 2,000 light-years away, is 33 times more massive than the Sun and the most massive stellar black hole in the Milky Way [ more ]
Brooklyn Bridge shut down by hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters
Pro-Palestinian protesters engaged in demonstrations in New York, leading to arrests and bridge closures amid ongoing tensions between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli groups. [ more ]
Projectiles thrown at Pro-Palestinian protesters near Tesla factory in Fremont as protests continue
Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt traffic near Tesla factory in Fremont, participating in a worldwide economic blockade in solidarity with Gaza. [ more ]
"We're into MEN not sissies!": This flag for "masculine gays" has everyone rolling their eyes
Creating a flag to represent marginalized masculine gays led to backlash within the LGBTQ+ community, emphasizing the need to combat homophobia within it. [ more ]
Groups Bring Tortuguita's Killing to International Human Rights Commission
Nonprofit organizations petition IACHR on police killing of activist Tortuguita, citing discrepancies in police accounts and lack of DOJ investigation. [ more ]
The Cosmopolitan Modernism of the Harlem Renaissance
The exhibition 'Harlem on My Mind: Cultural Capital of Black America, 1900-1968' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1969, surprisingly lacked any fine art by Black artists. [ more ]
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Missing schoolgirls, 13 and 14, could be in Sydenham or Lewisham
Two girls, aged 13 and 14, missing from Coventry might be in London, specifically Upper Sydenham or Lewisham, prompting a call for sightings to ensure their safety. [ more ]
'You're Not Beyond Reproach:' Shannon Sharpe Responds (Again) To Russell Wilson
Shannon Sharpe responded to Russell Wilson's comments, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging Black quarterbacks who paved the way before him. [ more ]
The struggles and complexities of Black lives and politics in America were highlighted in a 1970 Time magazine special issue, reflecting on the aftermath of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. [ more ]
CNN's Ashley Allison Under Fire For Saying O.J. Simpson Represented Something For The Black Community' Because Two White People' Were Killed
O.J. Simpson represented something to the Black community due to the racial dynamics of the case and the underlying issues around race in America. [ more ]
Young Voters, Blackface, and O.J.'s Past and Passing
The episode discusses O.J. Simpson's impact on the Black community, young voters' concerns about Biden, and Trump's efforts to appeal to Black voters. [ more ]
O.J. Simpson's trial divided the nation. What legacy does he leave behind? : Consider This from NPR
O.J. Simpson, a football icon and movie star, died at 76 after battling cancer. He became a symbol of America's complex relationship with race, justice, and celebrity. [ more ]
Chile calls for the extradition of Venezuelans after dissident's murder
Chile is seeking extradition of suspects in the murder of a Venezuelan dissident, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with Venezuela for justice. [ more ]
Seven organizations the far right is targeting for diversity efforts post-affirmative action
The ban on affirmative action in college admissions has given momentum to far-right conservative activists targeting diversity programs in public and private organizations. [ more ]
Suspect in killing of Black trans man Righteous Torrence 'TK' Hill identified by police
Despite identifying a suspect, the police have not yet arrested anyone in connection with the fatal shooting of Black transgender man Righteous Torrence 'TK' Hill. [ more ]
Beyonce Backlash Is Part of a Century of Cowboy Gatekeeping
Beyoncé faces backlash in country music genre for not being 'cowboy' enough, challenging traditional notions of cowboy identity.
Historically, the cowboy image has been equated with whiteness, but the American West was racially diverse with Black cowboys central to the cattle industry. [ more ]
Cornel West VP Pick Absolutely' Stands by Comments Comparing Police to KKK on CNN
Melina Abdullah defended comparing police to the KKK, emphasizing the historical ties of policing to slave catching and advocating for community-centered safety. [ more ]
Darkthrone unveil new song "Black Dawn Affiliation" ahead of upcoming album
Darkthrone's new single 'Black Dawn Affiliation' is part of their upcoming album 'It Beckons Us All,' set for release on April 26th.
The duo Fenriz and Nocturno Culto describe the song as a dark and heavy track influenced by classic 1986-era Kreator riffs, with a methodical approach to songwriting. [ more ]