OPINION: Weathering is rooted in a history of marginalization; repeated exposure to socioeconomic adversity, political marginalization, racism, and perpetual discrimination that harms our health Racism kills; and that is made abundantly clear with every Black life lost to police misconduct, environmental hazard, or stress-induced illness. But the slow crumbling of our health due to systemic…
In her new memoir”Unbound,” #MeToo founder Tarana Burke recounts her interaction with the man who sexually assaulted her when she was just 7-years-old It would be impossible to talk about the history of the #MeToo without mentioning its founder, Tarana Burke. The movement, which started in 2006 and grew into a global phenomenon, encouraged victims…
The rapper and three others in his entourage were allegedly caught on surveillance footage. Rapper Blueface was allegedly caught on surveillance video violently attacking a bouncer at a club in San Fernando Valley. Blueface and three other men are accused of jumping a club doorman, TMZ reports. Video footage was obtained late Sunday, Sept. 12,…
The NFL is broadening its means of displaying an allegiance to combating social injustice with new messaging displayed on football fields and players’ helmets this season. In 2020, players were seen adorning their helmets with name decals of Black and brown victims of police brutality. But this year, the league has opted for a more…
A video of a Lincoln University professor holding a student’s baby while giving a lecture has gone viral. Although the video was taken in early 2020, the clip has resurfaced and circulated across social media now that the student is graduating this year. In January 2020, Imani Lamarr a 21-year-old student at the Pennsylvania university,…
The former co-host of ‘The View’ accused the rapper of spreading “unimaginable vaccine hesitancy to your fans.” Meghan McCain says she is now rocking with #TeamCardi after Nicki Minaj shared a story about a family friend’s testicles swelling up due to the COVID vaccine. “That’s enough internet for today,” McCain tweeted in response to Nicki’s…
“I am truly disappointed at where we find ourselves and our nation right now,” said King at a rally in a shady park with the U.S. Capitol building in the background. Voting rights activists led by Martin Luther King III are pressing the Senate hard after weeks of demonstrations and meetings with congressional leaders on…
The upcoming series has been described as a “dramatic retelling” of the original show, with newcomer Jabari Banks leading as Will Fresh Prince fans, rejoice! The new cast of Bel-Air, the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air reboot has officially been announced, with a new Uncle Phil, Aunt Viv, Carlton, and more set to grace screens when…
NBA star Carmelo Anthony’s memoir takes readers on a journey through the moments that made him the man he is today When you think of Carmelo Anthony many things may come to mind: future Hall of Famer, 10-time NBA All Star, Olympic gold medalist and more. Anthony is a household name, most notably for how…
Parr took to Instagram to reveal her diagnosis, as well as updates on her surgery In an emotional Instagram post, Lamar Odom‘s ex Sabrina Parr revealed her battle with ovarian cancer. With over 200K followers on Instagram, Sabrina Parr uses her platform to inspire, bringing her fans into her life as a fitness influencer. She…
