Javion Magee, a 21-year-old trucker, was found dead in Henderson, NC with a rope around his neck, and the investigation is being handled by the Vance County Sheriff’s Office, who are treating it as a death without foul play.
Tag: TikTok
Posted inWord In Black
Are Black teens safe with five hours of daily social media?
Research shows that teens who spend five or more hours on social media are more likely to suffer from mental health issues, and Black teens are more likely to experience online racial discrimination and suicidal ideation due to social media use.
Posted inU.S. Government
Black small businesses point to sales boosts as potential TikTok ban looms in the distance
Black-owned businesses have generated $14.7 billion in revenue through advertising on TikTok in 2023, with 83% of them experiencing sales increases, and 59% of them using the app to hire a new employee.
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TikTok sues Biden-Harris administration over law that could ban the app
TikTok and ByteDance have filed a lawsuit against the Biden-Harris administration, arguing that a potential ban of the app would violate the First Amendment rights of millions of American TikTok users.
Posted inAfro Briefs
TikTok provides forum for Black deaf to be heard
Black deaf and hard of hearing individuals have used TikTok to amplify their unique experiences, demonstrating to others that they are not alone and fostering connections within the Black deaf community.