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Black Lives Matter leader sparks outrage as he claims 'KKK got another victory' in rant outside Daniel Penny trial
nypost.com/2024/12/06/us-news/blm-head-accuses-daniel-penny-jurors-of-racism-report/
Memphis police discriminated against Black people and used excessive force, DOJ report finds
axios.com/2024/12/05/memphis-police-justice-department-report-tyre-nichols
Three police officers in Brazil sentenced in tear gas suffocation case: The three officers were convicted in the death of Genivaldo de Jesus Santos ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/7/three-police-officers-in-brazil-sentenced-in-tear-gas-suffocation-case
What if the middle-aged white women often derided as entitled and privileged were actually the 'sentinels' of society, keeping our rules-based order in check? ... Show more
The Revenge of the Karen - Newsweek
The Revenge of the Karen - Newsweek
Is ‘Wicked’ an allegory for the presidential election? Why it’s resonating with Black women.
usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2024/12/03/wicked-trump-election-comparisons-take-over-tiktok/76707496007/
"We got justice today and now we truly can forge ahead on the journey of true healing."
The family of Ajike Owens ... Show more
Florida woman sentenced to 25 years in fatal shooting of neighbor Ajike Owens - ABC News
Florida woman sentenced to 25 years in fatal shooting of neighbor Ajike Owens - ABC News
Memphis Says It Will Not Yet Agree to Federal Oversight of Police Department: The city’s mayor reiterated his reluctance to enter a consent decree after the ...
nytimes.com/2024/12/05/us/politics/memphis-justice-oversight-police-department.html
Unwavering Hope: The Strength of Our Black LGBTQIA+ Community in Transformative Times
commondreams.org/opinion/unwavering-hope-the-strength-of-our-black-lgbtqia-community-in-transformative-times
Young men leaving traditional churches for 'masculine' Orthodox Christianity in droves
nypost.com/2024/12/03/us-news/young-men-are-converting-to-orthodox-christianity-in-droves/
After Trump’s win, Black women are rethinking their role as America’s reliable political organizers
twincities.com/2024/11/25/black-women-rethinking-role-as-political-organizers/
Quick Glance: Black Women Step Back from Political Engagement
- Following Trump's election victory, many politically active Black women are stepping back from voter mobilization efforts to prioritize their own well-being.
- A survey indicates that 60% of Black women viewed the future of democracy as crucial for their votes, but now they aim to focus on mental health.
- Despite strong support for Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, disappointment in the election outcome has led to a reassessment of their political involvement.
- Historically, Black women have played a vital role in social movements, but a withdrawal from the political arena could diminish their community's voice.
‘Woke’ didn’t lose the US election: the patrician class who hijacked identity politics did | Nesrine Malik
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/nov/25/woke-lost-us-election-patrician-class-identity-politics
Ex-Dallas officer ordered to pay Botham Jean's family $98M after 2018 fatal shooting
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/11/20/botham-jean-wrongful-death-case-federal-jury/76463509007/
Quick Glance: Jury Awards Nearly $100 Million to Botham Jean's Family
- The jury awarded Botham Jean's family $98.65 million to send a message about safety for Dallas County residents.
- Amber Guyger fatally shot Jean in 2018, mistakenly believing he was a burglar, and was later convicted of murder.
- The trial focused on Guyger's excessive use of force and violation of Jean's constitutional rights, with her absence indicating a lack of accountability.
- The verdict included $38.65 million in compensatory damages and $60 million in punitive damages, representing justice for Botham Jean's legacy.
After Trump's win, Black women are rethinking their role as America's reliable political organizers
omaha.com/news/nation-world/election-2024-black-women-rethink-role-political-organizers/article_08cde519-99a5-5cc6-81bc-28ea59ca2999.html
Americans are Shunning 'Woke' Words, Poll Suggests: Americans across the political spectrum appear to be rejecting social justice oriented language in their ...
newsweek.com/woke-language-rarely-used-bipartisan-agreement-1989359
U.S. gets poor grade for maternal, infant health care outcomes: People in the South and Midwest experience the worst outcomes.
axios.com/2024/11/21/march-of-dimes-pregnancy-maternal-health-infant-mortality
Las Vegas Police Kill Man Inside His Home After He Called 911 to Report a Break-in
democracynow.org/2024/11/18/headlines/las_vegas_police_kill_man_inside_his_home_after_he_called_911_to_report_a_break_in
Last conversations with former Sen. Fred Harris: Harris was reflective about the Kerner Commission, LBJ and fighting poverty
axios.com/2024/11/24/fred-harris-senator-kerner-commission
Carolyn Beatrice Parker’s Work on the Manhattan Project Inspired Her Birthplace Generations Later
scientificamerican.com/article/carolyn-beatrice-parkers-work-on-the-manhattan-project-inspired-her/
DOJ Opens Civil Rights Probe into Sheriff’s Deputy’s Fatal Shooting of Sonya Massey in Her Own Home
democracynow.org/2024/11/18/headlines/doj_opens_civil_rights_probe_into_sheriffs_deputys_fatal_shooting_of_sonya_massey_in_her_own_home
The Electoral Problem for Democrats: It’s the Neoliberalism, Stupid: In the 2024 contest between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, voters rejected the status quo — ...
rollingstone.com/politics/political-commentary/trump-harris-democrats-electoral-problem-neoliberalism-1235176879/
The Campaign Against Avowed Reveals The Bigotry That Fuels The Anti-Woke
kotaku.com/avowed-microsoft-obsidian-anti-woke-dei-twitter-1851714901
Ex-Chief Inspector Khizra Bano accuses West Midlands Police of failing to act on racist allegations
itv.com/news/central/2024-12-04/khizra-bano-ex-chief-inspector-west-midlands-police-racist-allegations
Mediengruppe Kreiszeitung Dec 05
Political realignment in Bothel: Greens/BLM and FDP go separate ways: There is a political realignment in Bothel: The group of Greens/BLM and FDP has split up ...
kreiszeitung.de/lokales/rotenburg/bothel-ort120353/gruene-blm-und-fdp-gehen-in-der-samtgemeinde-getrennte-wege-93452523.html
Cop Accused of Acting as ‘Double Agent’ for the Proud Boys: Lt. Shane Lamond’s trial began Monday.
thedailybeast.com/cop-accused-of-acting-as-double-agent-for-the-proud-boys/
Women's college volleyball player accused of conspiring with trans athlete kneels during national...
dailymail.co.uk/sport/othersports/article-14143205/Womens-college-volleyball-controversy-kneel-anthem-trans-storm-Blaire-Fleming.html
Winston Churchill's 150th birthday: A trip to his places: Winston Churchill was born 150 years ago. Some Britons continue to revere him ...
faz.net/aktuell/feuilleton/debatten/150-geburtstag-von-winston-churchill-eine-reise-zu-seinen-orten-110142540.html
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Black Swifties At The Eras Tour Defend Their Love Of Taylor Swift: While the discourse rages over Billboard naming Taylor Swift as the second greatest pop star ...
refinery29.com/en-us/2024/11/11817055/taylor-swift-fans-black-swifties-eras-tour
"I am pained by the collapse of a traditional German strength" Neil MacGregor: "I am pained by the collapse of a traditional German strength" - | WELT
How Palestine changed Ta-Nehisi Coates's view of justice: In his book 'The Message', the celebrated writer marks his first step towards ...
middleeasteye.net/big-story/book-review-ta-nehisi-coates-palestine-changed-view-justice
Six months with one of the most talented painters of her generation: What Somaya Critchlow sees
ft.com/content/1a9a2e89-abef-4299-bc9c-3614596d6b22
'We will not stand for racism and hatred': Columbus churches hold peaceful, silent protest
dispatch.com/story/news/local/2024/11/23/columbus-churches-protest-neo-nazi-march-racism-ohio/76393570007/
Fired Rockhurst teacher told class of duty to stand up against mass deportation | Opinion
kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/melinda-henneberger/article295899944.html
tvinsider.com Nov 20
CNN's Abby Phillip Calls Out Fox News Over 'Trump Dance' Celebration Coverage: Host recalls how sports stars got bashed for 'taking a knee' for BLM.
tvinsider.com/1162780/trump-dance-fox-news-cnn-abby-phillip/
Queen Bey and Yale: The Ivy League university is set to offer a course on Beyoncé and her legacy
stltoday.com/life-entertainment/nation-world/music/beyonce-yale-black-history-education/article_2687a47e-171b-50b4-b8ed-a5a6967a642b.html
Beyonce's cultural impact to be taught at Yale University : Beyonce made history earlier this week as she recorded her 99th Grammy nomination and became one ...
wionews.com/entertainment/beyonces-cultural-impact-to-be-taught-at-yale-university-775526
Quick Glance: Yale Launches Course Focused on Beyoncé's Impact
- Yale University announces a new course dedicated to Beyoncé, taught by Professor Daphne Brooks.
- The course will explore Beyoncé’s socio-political and cultural significance and is set to begin in the upcoming spring semester.
- Brooks highlights the excitement surrounding the class and aims to analyze her work since the 2013 self-titled album.
- Previous courses on pop culture figures, such as Taylor Swift, have attracted significant student interest.
Prime Video's 'Cross' Makes a Big Change From James Patterson's Book Series: While previous Alex Cross movies have been directly adapted from James Patterson's ...
collider.com/cross-tv-show-book-change/
Quick Glance: New Dimensions for Alex Cross on Prime Video
- Prime Video is launching the series 'Cross' starring Aldis Hodge to explore the detective's complex world on the small screen.
- Hodge emphasizes that his role as Alex Cross dives deeper emotionally than any previous characters he portrayed.
- Showrunner Ben Watkins leverages James Patterson's extensive book series to provide a richer character study and narrative.
- The series also addresses the challenges faced by a Black police officer in today's society, portraying the image of a devoted father in the Black community.
Yale university is set to offer a course on Beyoncé and her legacy: Yale university offers course titled ‘Beyonce Makes History: Black Radical Tradition, Culture ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-yale-university-is-set-to-offer-a-course-on-beyonce-and-her-legacy/
Axios Explains: Woke and the backlach: The term became popular to describe cultural awareness, but conservatives have redefined it.
axios.com/2024/11/17/axios-explains-woke-backlash
Democrats dreamt of an unbeatable coalition. Trump turned it to dust: Latino, black and younger voters once helped Obama win power - Trump made gains with all ...
bbc.com/news/articles/c0mzl7zygpmo
Quincy Jones: Oprah Winfrey, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and Barack Obama lead tributes
bbc.com/news/articles/c39nx23j990o
Quick Glance: Lesser-Known Facts About Quincy Jones
- Quincy Jones, a legendary composer, musician, and producer, passed away at 91 in Bel Air, California.
- His collaboration with Frank Sinatra transformed the arrangements of 'Fly Me to the Moon,' making it the first music played on the moon.
- Jones narrowly escaped death by missing a visit to Sharon Tate's home, which was attacked by the Manson family.
- He also survived a brain aneurysm that forced him to give up playing the trumpet due to life-threatening risks.
What Critiques of Wokeness Get Wrong: Behind much social-justice discourse is a self-interested struggle for power.
theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/11/musa-al-gharbi-wokeness-elite/680347/
First Tulsa Race Massacre victim identified in mass grave honored with memorial: Many of the estimated 300 Black residents killed by a white mob that destroyed ...
axios.com/2024/11/13/tulsa-race-massacre-memorial-victims-mass-grave
Adam Coy, Ohio Police Officer, Found Guilty of Murder in Andre Hill Shooting: An Ohio jury found the officer, Adam Coy, guilty on three charges ...
nytimes.com/2024/11/04/us/police-guilty-murder-andre-hill-columbus.html
Far-right leaders are winning across the globe. Blaming ‘the economy’ or ‘the left-behinds’ won’t cut it
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/nov/11/far-right-leaders-economy-voters
Today is a day of despair for America. We are plunged into an anticipatory grief | Moira Donegan
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/nov/06/trump-wins-election-consequences-despair-america
US ex-police officer guilty of civil rights abuse in Breonna Taylor death: Jury found Brett Hankison used excessive force in botched police raid in 2020 in which ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/2/ex-us-police-officer-guilty-of-civil-rights-abuse-in-breonna-taylor-death
Quick Glance: Jury Acquits Ex-Officer in Breonna Taylor Case
- A federal jury acquitted a former Kentucky officer of violating the civil rights of Breonna Taylor's neighbors during a botched drug raid.
- However, the jury remained deadlocked on the charge of excessive force used against Taylor herself.
- Hankison fired ten shots during the raid that did not hit anyone, while Taylor was fatally shot by other officers.
- The defense claimed Hankison acted appropriately in a chaotic situation, while prosecutors argued his actions were reckless.
Heat rays and sound cannons: Trump 'violent day' promise isn't a bluff: Donald Trump tried to use extreme violence against Black Lives Matters protesters ...
sfchronicle.com/opinion/openforum/article/trump-really-violent-day-19886637.php
LeBron James endorses Harris for president, says 'choice is clear': LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for ...
reuters.com/world/us/lebron-james-endorses-harris-president-says-choice-is-clear-2024-10-31/
Quick Glance: LeBron James Backs Harris for President
- LeBron James endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency.
- He expressed on social media that the choice is clear, especially concerning his children's future.
- Harris is receiving support from various celebrities as she competes against Donald Trump.
- Concerns exist that too many celebrity endorsements might provoke backlash.
Gaskin: Blacks, Jews must learn from past to move forward together: The shared history of Blacks and Jews in America and the connection between racism and ...
bostonherald.com/2024/11/09/gaskin-blacks-jews-must-learn-from-past-to-move-forward-together/
Trump Just Ran The Most Racist Campaign In Modern History ― And Won: No other major-party presidential candidate has embraced explicit racism the way Trump has.
huffpost.com/entry/most-racist-campaign-trump-wins_n_672832bce4b0f3d946e000d1
Ohio police officer found guilty of shooting a black man holding phone: Andre Hill was holding his phone while walking toward a police officer when he was ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/4/ohio-police-officer-found-guilty-of-shooting-a-black-man-holding-phone
Art historian and curator Alayo Akinkugbe on reframing Blackness: The curator and owner of the Instagram account “A Black Art History” is holding up a magnifying ...
cnn.com/2024/10/30/style/alayo-akinkugbe-ablackarthistory-curator/
‘A vivid distillation of a deeply fractured country’: a history of the United States in nine photographs
theguardian.com/artanddesign/2024/nov/03/history-of-the-united-states-in-nine-photographs-magnum-america
US election: Why men broke so strongly for Trump: Donald Trump won the ‘bro vote’. Among those men are growing groups of Latinos and Blacks ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/11/09/us-election-the-male-voters-who-helped-put-trump-in-power/
Andre Hill Columbus Ohio police shooting: A former police officer who shot and killed Andre Hill has been found guilty in the shooting ...
apnews.com/article/police-officer-andre-hill-trial-verdict-7c9405baf78daf4394cb74df9ad2191e
Cosplaying social justice is the new elitist way of elbowing out the working class
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/nov/10/cosplaying-social-justice-is-the-new-elitist-way-of-elbowing-out-the-working-class
15 Best 2024 Documentaries on Prime Video: These documentaries collect nuanced arguments and moments of tenacity, resulting in enthralling stories that hit close ...
movieweb.com/best-2024-documentaries-on-prime-video/
A decade of racial justice activism transformed politics, but landmark reforms remain elusive
richmond.com/news/nation-world/government-politics/ferguson-michael-brown-police-violence-black-lives-matter/article_6b28411d-3395-5ff0-b8d1-d6667adb5087.html
Prime Video's 'Cross' Is No 'Reacher' After Rotten Tomatoes Score Revealed
collider.com/prime-video-cross-reacher-rotten-tomatoes/
Cop 'has £10,000 bounty on his head' after he's cleared of Chris Kaba's murder: Sergeant Martyn Blake has been cleared of the murder of Chris Kaba ...
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/chris-kaba-met-police-cop-33950028
Quick Glance: Chris Kaba: Key Member of Notorious London Gang
- Chris Kaba was identified as a core member of the 67 gang, known as one of London's most dangerous, and was involved in two shootings prior to his fatal encounter with police.
- The Audi Q8 Kaba was driving was linked to several gun incidents, including a shooting in Bromley and a club shooting in Hackney.
- Kaba's involvement in a rival gang attack led to the conviction of his associates, who were found guilty in a previous trial.
- Following Kaba's death, authorities discovered evidence such as a balaclava in his pocket, raising concerns about police conduct and the use of firearms.
Adam Coy testifies in trial for fatally shooting Andre Hill in 2020: 'I thought I was going to die'
nbcnews.com/news/crime-courts/adam-coy-testifies-trial-fatally-shooting-andre-hill-2020-thought-was-rcna177871
Disneyland debuts its first ride to celebrate a Black princess: ‘It’s about time’
theguardian.com/film/2024/nov/16/disneyland-princess-tiana-ride
Please, We Don't Need Your Blue Bracelets: TikTok creators began creating allyship accessories, blue bracelets, after the election. Here is how and why they fall ...
marieclaire.com/fashion/blue-friendship-bracelet-trend/
JD Vance Offers Baffling Defense of Trump’s ‘Enemy Within’ Comments: Vance previously denied the former president would use military force on his political ...
thedailybeast.com/jd-vance-offers-baffling-defense-of-trumps-enemy-within-comments/
Quick Glance: Trump Defends Controversial Jan. 6 Comments
- Donald Trump reaffirmed in a Fox News interview his statements regarding political opponents as the "enemy from within."
- He intensified his controversial rhetoric, particularly about the January 6 events, which he referred to as a "day of love."
- Trump identified Adam Schiff and Nancy Pelosi as examples of these "enemies" and falsely claimed there were no guns at the Capitol on January 6.
- Additionally, he criticized former military leaders as "woke" and expressed his disrespect for them as generals.
Opinion: Trump has a legacy of racism. Black men must vote accordingly on Nov. 5.
oklahoman.com/story/opinion/columns/2024/10/21/trump-racism-black-men-vote-election/75694739007/
Racial justice activism has transformed politics, but landmark reforms remain elusive
pbs.org/newshour/nation/racial-justice-activism-has-transformed-politics-but-landmark-reforms-remain-elusive
Financed by broadcasting fee: Court of Auditors takes aim at Bavaria's lavishly endowed media authority
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article254484768/Mit-Rundfunkbeitrag-finanziert-Rechnungshof-knoepft-sich-Bayerns-ueppig-ausgestattete-Medienbehoerde-vor.html
The community of Stilfontein has rallied resources and manpower to intervene and rescue illegal miners - said to be in their thousands - who are stranded ... Show more
‘Black Lives Matter’: Women weep as community rallies to rescue illegal miners trapped underground amid police blitz
‘Black Lives Matter’: Women weep as community rallies to rescue illegal miners trapped underground amid police blitz
Rich thanks to the broadcasting fee: Sharp criticism of the Munich State Media Authority from the Court of Auditors
sueddeutsche.de/medien/rechnungshof-blm-rundfunkbeitrag-ueberfinanziert-gehaelter-bayern-lux.XHGAx796vtvi7m9LRBnAX9
Paid articlePaywall Ta-Nehisi Coates Freed Himself From Zionist Propaganda—Will the Country Follow?: Given his influence on the white liberal establishment, can Coates be ...
middleeasteye.net/opinion/israel-palestine-ta-nehisi-coates-broke-free-zionism
Phoenix officers put on leave in probe of violent arrest of disabled Black man Phoenix officers put on leave in probe of violent arrest of disabled Black man | Reuters
Kemi Badenoch: UK Conservatives’ new leader fighting ‘left-wing nonsense’: She was a passionate supporter of Brexit and threw her weight behind the much-maligned ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/4/kemi-badenoch-uk-conservatives-new-leader-fighting-left-wing-nonsense
Quick Glance: Kemi Badenoch Promises Conservative Party Renewal
- Kemi Badenoch has been elected as the new leader of the Conservatives, promising to renew the party.
- She is the first black woman to lead a major UK political party and aims to unite the party.
- Badenoch emphasized the need to acknowledge past mistakes and win back lost voters.
- The election was the closest in party history, and Badenoch plans to offer frontbench roles to all her rivals.
Bavaria's Court of Audit criticizes "very high" salaries at media supervision
faz.net/aktuell/feuilleton/medien/bayerns-rechnungshof-ruegt-sehr-hohe-gehaelter-bei-medienaufsicht-110106575.html
Two student clubs cut ties with University of Utah over new anti-DEI restrictions
sltrib.com/news/education/2024/11/12/student-clubs-bsu-pisa-cut-ties/
Trial Opens of Former U.S. Marine Who Choked Jordan Neely to Death on NYC Subway: Here in New York, the trial for a white former U.S. marine who choked Black ...
democracynow.org/2024/10/23/headlines/trial_opens_of_former_us_marine_who_choked_jordan_neely_to_death_on_nyc_subway
Media: "Voice of the citizens, not of the ivory tower": Augsburg Media Days on local journalism
augsburger-allgemeine.de/bayern/medien-stimme-der-buerger-nicht-des-elfenbeinturms-augsburger-medientage-ueber-lokaljournalismus-103602003
Election of Donald Trump: The bros are back: Trump has relied on winning over young, heterosexual men. And with success. In the USA, this fraternization could ...
zeit.de/kultur/2024-11/wahl-donald-trump-metoo-bewegung-sexualisierte-gewalt
Paid articlePaywall Charges Against Deaf Black Man Punched by Phoenix Police Are Dropped: The man, Tyron Scott McAlpin, who also has cerebral palsy, was repeatedly punched and ...
nytimes.com/2024/10/18/us/tyron-mcalpin-charges-dropped-maricopa-arizona.html
Afro-Mexican activist among U.S. global anti-racism honorees: This year's award recognizes six leaders from Bolivia, Ghana, North Macedonia, Mexico, Nepal ...
axios.com/2024/10/24/us-state-department-anti-racism-antony-blinken-tanya-duarte
Andre Hill complied with orders when fatally shot by former officer Adam Coy, prosecutors say
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/andre-hill-complied-orders-fatally-shot-former-officer-adam-coy-prosec-rcna176589
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