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Despite DOGE cuts and Trump executive orders, Philadelphia’s art organizations continue to center the stories of Black Americans
"Our visitors need to recognize themselves and their culture in our galleries," said William R. Valerio, CEO of the Woodmere ...
‘Sinners’ Debuts As First Film To Stream With Black American Sign Language
As Sinners makes its debut on streaming, it also makes a historic feat as the first film on Max to include Black American ...
3 beaches where Black Americans found and fought for freedom in a racist world
Many Americans are flocking to the country’s beaches this weekend to celebrate the Fourth of July. These sandy retreats hold ...
Rosalyn Sia Baker‑Barnes becomes the first Black female president of the Florida Bar
West Palm Beach native Rosalyn Sia Baker-Barnes made history June 27 when she was sworn in as the first African-American female president of The Florida Bar.
2025 Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival Opening Lineup Announced
The opening lineup also includes Mara Brock Akil's 'Forever' and Mike Tollin's sports documentary 'Unraveling George.' ...
‘We the People’ Includes All Americans – But July 4 Is A Reminder That Democracy Remains A Work In Progress
The United States’ founders firmly rejected King George III and the entire idea of monarchy 249 years ago, on July 4, 1776.
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‘People Want That African Euphoria’
In 1979, UNESCO named Elmina Castle a World Heritage Site for its central role in the transatlantic slave trade. Because of ...
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"Want our African-American youth to be seen": When The Chi stars originally from Chicago talked about portraying the city's South Side stories
When The Chi first premiered on Showtime, it not only invited us into the richness of South Side Chicago life but also into ...