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From MLK to today, the March on Washington highlights the evolution of activism by Black churches
The March on Washington of 1963 is remembered most for the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech.
Brilliant Biles wins record eighth all-around national title a full decade after her first
Simone Biles won a record eighth all-around title at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships in San Jose, California on Sunday, looking as dominant as ever despite only recently returning to competition after a two-year break.
Jacksonville killings refocus attention on the city’s racist past and the struggle to move on
What happened in Jacksonville, said longtime resident Rodney Hurst, 79, “could have happened anywhere, except it did happen in Jacksonville.”
Natalie + CeCe: Christian singers team up for 'My Tribute: To God Be The Glory'
To the delight of Contemporary Christian Music fans everywhere, two of the nation’s most powerful award-winning voices have reimagined a gospel classic: “My Tribute (To God Be The Glory).”
The Infamous Arrest of 45: Donald Trump's mugshot released, marking a historic first
It’s not the finest historical moment in America, but it is history nonetheless. After former president Donald Trump was booked at an Atlanta jail on more than a dozen felony charges, his mug shot was released on Thursday evening marking a historic first.
Lizzo denies ‘false allegations’ of sexual harassment and body-shaming in lawsuit by former dancers
American performer Lizzo is denying what she calls “false allegations” from three former dancers who are suing the Grammy winner for sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment.
Amber Rose blames 'a lot of contradictions in the Bible' for her decision to become an Atheist
Amber Rose Levonchuck, the model and media personality famous for her two-year romance with rapper Kanye West, was brought up Christian, has multiple Christian friends, and has read the Bible “front to back,” and yet she has chosen Atheism.
At least 41 killed in rebel attack on Ugandan school near Congo border
Suspected rebels attacked a school in a remote area of Uganda near the Congo border, killing at least 41 people in a nighttime raid before fleeing across the porous frontier, authorities said. Thirty-eight students in their dormitories were among the victims.
Pat Robertson, founder of The Christian Broadcasting Network and host of 'The 700 Club', dies at 93
Pat Robertson, a Christian broadcaster who turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network that was a staple in many African American homes, has died. He was 93.
‘Mommy Makeover’ Horror: Former MTV ‘Wild ‘N Out’ star, mom of three, Jacky Oh, dead at 32
On May 31, Jacky Oh—real name Jacklyn Smith— a 32-year-old model, entrepreneur, and actress, died in Miami, FL, while receiving a “mommy makeover,” leaving three children and a longtime partner behind.
Uganda’s president signs into law anti-gay legislation with death penalty in some cases
Uganda’s president has signed into law anti-gay legislation supported by many in this East African country but widely condemned by rights activists and others abroad.
As Supreme Court considers affirmative action, colleges see few other ways to diversity goals
As the Supreme Court decides the fate of affirmative action, colleges nationwide are bracing for setbacks that could erase decades of progress on campus diversity. A ruling is expected by the end of June.
Black Media: BET names Jerry Leo executive vice president of programming strategy
In this role, Leo will drive the overall program scheduling strategy and operations for the BET Media Groups’ portfolio of linear networks.
Amanda Gorman 'gutted' after poem for Biden’s inauguration barred for younger children by Florida school
In a social media post, poet Amanda Gorman vowed to fight back. Her poem, “The Hill We Climb” was challenged by the parent of two students at Bob Graham Education Center in Miami Lakes, along with several books.
How Do We Say Farewell? Angela Bassett reveals Tina Turner's last words to her in a moving tribute
Angela Bassett, who earned an Oscar nomination for portraying Tina Turner in the 1993 biopic What’s Love Got to Do With It, was one of the many stars in the entertainment world who flocked to pay tribute to Turner, who died Wednesday at age 83.
Tina Turner, superstar among first to speak out about domestic violence, dead at 83
Tina Turner, the unstoppable singer and stage performer who teamed with husband Ike Turner for a dynamic run of hit records and live shows in the 1960s and ’70s and survived her horrifying marriage to triumph in middle age with the chart-topping “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” has died at 83.
From Pride To Shame: Target removes ‘tuck-friendly’ swimsuits and satanic LGBTQ+ designer following backlash
Target, after sparking hellish upheaval for promoting satanic apparel and trans women’s swimming attire in honor of Pride Month, is making some changes.
Box Office: ‘The Little Mermaid’ projected to earn $120 Million-Plus Over Memorial Day Weekend
Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” is projected to rake in big numbers over Memorial Day weekend. The big-budget remake is expected to earn a splashy $100 million from 4,300 North American theaters in its first three days of release and $120 million to $125 million by Monday’s holiday.
The Shakahola Massacre: Hundreds of cult followers starved themselves in hopes of seeing Jesus
More than 200 people have lost their lives by following a cult leader who told them to starve themselves to see Jesus. The result is the Shakahola Massacre.