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Why Blacks should care about pro-Israeli media bias
The following post originally appeared on NewsOne under the title, “Why African Americans Should Care About Pro-Israeli Media Bias.” It was written by Michael Arceneaux. By: Michael Arceneaux The interesting thing about the notion of “liberal media bias” is that it’s based on the idea that huge media conglomerates would align themselves with liberal principles […]
Mother who lost 11-year-old due to stray bullet speaks out
A Chicago mother who lost her 11-year-old daughter when a stray bullet pierced her skull while she was at a sleepover is speaking out. Shamiya Adams was killed when the bullet came through the bedroom window of a friend’s house on the city’s West Side.
Woman firefighter becomes first female featured in Calender of Heroes
A Bronx, New York woman has become the first female firefighter to be featured in the FDNY Calendar of Heroes. Danae Mines, an 11-year veteran, said she was told the honor was reserved for men only.
Video: Dear white YouTube Pranksters
The following post originally appeared on The Smoking Section and was written by Bansky. It’s original title is, “An Open Letter to White YouTube Pranksters.” By: Bansky Hey White people, come gather around, I have some very important advice I need to share with all of you en masse. This is potentially life-altering and life-saving. […]
15-year-old author becomes self-made millionaire
Meet Warren Cassell. He’s written two books, and at age 15, he’s already a self-made millionaire.
LaVerne Cox makes history yet again: becomes first transgender woman nominated for Emmy
Laverne Cox has just made history. Cox has become the first transgender person to be nominated for an Emmy. Cox is up for the “Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series” for her work on the Netflix hit, Orange is the New Black. The show received 12 nominations.
Video: C-SPAN callers use Civil Rights show to complain about white oppression
When C-SPAN’s Washington Journal invited its viewers to weigh in on the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, several callers dialed in to advocate for “white pride.” They even suggested that black people owe them, well all white people, for ignoring discrimination against the Irish and Italians.
Vice Admiral makes history, becomes first 4-star female admiral
In December, it was announced that Michelle Howard would become the Navy’s first female to receive a fourth star ranking of full admiral. Howard’s ranking became official on Tuesday when she said goodbye to her position as Vice Admiral.
Anthony Brown slated to become Maryland’s first black governor
Maryland has never had a black governor, but that all could change if Anthony Brown wins the election. Brown, who serves at Lt. Gov., won the gubernatorial Democratic primary.
What West Indies Test Cricket (Still) Says About Us
Pictured: Young Windies Test Batsman Darren Bravo By: Sean Lee I am a proud Caribbean immigrant come US citizen, hailing from the twin isles of Trinidad and Tobago, who still has quite an affinity for West Indies cricket. Fortunate enough to remember a time in the early eighties when our record was something to be […]
What you didn’t know about Blue Ivy’s hair, a list
The following post originally appeared on Reginald Andreas. It was published under the original title of, “10 Things You Did Not Know About Blue Ivy’s Hair.” By; Reginald Andreas There has been a ton of buzz on the internet lately about Blue Ivy’s new hair style. Ever since images first leaked of the child of […]
Anthony McGill becomes New York Philharmonic’s 1st black section leader
Nationally known clarinetist Anthony McGill made history by becoming the first African-American section leader in the New York Philharmonic. McGill’s appointment to the position is among several changes occurring in the symphony.