Researchers from Rutgers University and Michigan State University have received a five-year grant from the National Institute on Aging to study the long-term effects of structural racism on cognitive aging, physical decline, and frailty in Black Americans.
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Posted in2024 Elections
2024 presidential election on a knife’s edge as early votes pour in
Early voting data has shown a tight race in several battleground states, with Democrats and Republicans splitting the votes, and the looming influence of Project 2025 could have a significant impact on the outcome of the 2024 election.
Posted inNEWS
‘Snowed In’ candle controversy: Bath & Body Works apologizes after claims of klan resemblance
Bath & Body Works has apologized and removed its “Snowed In” candle after it was criticized for its design, which some claimed resembled imagery associated with the Ku Klux Klan.
Posted inENTERTAINMENT
T.I. and Tiny Harris win $71 million lawsuit against MGA over L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. dolls
T.I. and Tiny Harris have won a $71 million judgment against toy company MGA Entertainment for violating their intellectual property rights by copying the image and style of their music group OMG Girlz in their L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. dolls.
Posted in2024 Elections
VP Kamala Harris unveils extensive agenda, promises wealth-building and opportunity as election nears
Vice President Kamala Harris has unveiled an extensive agenda to dismantle systemic barriers and create new opportunities for Black men, including forgivable loans, education and job training access, and health equity.
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
John Amos, beloved ‘Good Times’ star and Emmy-nominated actor, dies at 84
John Amos, the Emmy-nominated actor and pioneering television star who brought to life some of the most beloved characters in entertainment history, has died at age 84 due to natural causes.
Posted inNational News
New York City Mayor Eric Adams criminally indicted
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has pleaded not guilty to charges of bribery, wire fraud, soliciting campaign contributions from foreign nationals and conspiracy, marking a pivotal moment in his tumultuous tenure.
Posted inMusic
Stevie Wonder calls for ‘joy over anger’ on new tour ahead of election
Stevie Wonder is embarking on a 10-city tour this fall, “Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart,” to inspire unity and healing, offering free tickets to individuals working to mend the nation’s broken heart.
Posted inNational News
Justice Department opens civil rights investigation into Rankin County Sheriff’s Department3
The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into Rankin County, Mississippi, and the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department to determine whether the department engages in unconstitutional practices, including excessive force, unlawful stops and arrests, and racially discriminatory policing.
Posted inCongressional Black Caucus (CBC)
President Biden, Maryland Gov. Moore honored during Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Phoenix Awards
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 53rd Annual Legislative Conference celebrated Black culture and heritage, while also highlighting the need to defend and expand fundamental freedoms in an increasingly challenging political climate.
Posted inAfro Briefs
Unearthed letters and research notes expose journalist’s role in distorting Emmett Till’s story
Newly unearthed research notes and letters from William Bradford Huie reveal that he deliberately concealed vital details that could have implicated additional participants in the murder of Emmett Till, prioritizing his financial interests and the protection of his sources over the pursuit of truth and justice.
Posted inTV and Film
LeBron James Family Foundation inspires a blueprint for community empowerment
The LeBron James Family Foundation has become a national model for athletes, entertainers and politicians, providing comprehensive support to over 1,400 students in the Akron area and redefining the concepts of family and community.