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The Hulu docuseries “Black Twitter: A People’s History,” directed by Prentice Penny, premiered at SXSW, exploring the significant role of Black Twitter in shaping discussions around Black identity and issues. The series celebrates the platform as a critical space for Black millennial creativity and activism, particularly highlighting its impact during key moments like the Ferguson […]
On May 16, 2024, Francis Ford Coppola’s long-awaited film “Megalopolis” premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. This 138-minute science-fiction epic, inspired by Roman history, marks Coppola’s return to the Palme d’Or competition since his 1979 win with “Apocalypse Now.” The film stars Adam Driver as Cesar Catilina, an architect-scientist aiming to transform a futuristic New […]
Midge Thomas and Dr. Walter Cooper, two nonagenarians celebrated for their significant contributions to civil rights and education, were honored at the Dryden Theater at the George Eastman Museum. The event celebrated their lives and achievements and included the launch of chapbooks about each, part of the “In This Moment” series profiling Black trailblazers from […]
Mary J. Blige, the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, has partnered with renowned Italian designer Giuseppe Zanotti to create “The Mary Boot,” a stylish and exclusive piece of footwear that perfectly encapsulates both Blige’s iconic flair and Zanotti’s high-end design ethos. This collaboration, born out of a long-standing friendship between the artist and the designer, has […]
Over a year after Shein promised to address excessive working hours in its supply chain, a new report by Public Eye, a Swiss human rights advocacy group, reveals that long hours are still prevalent among some of the Chinese fast-fashion giant’s suppliers. According to the investigation, workers in factories supplying Shein in Guangzhou, China, typically […]
FREDERICK DOUGLASS MONUMENT COMMEMORATION The 125th Salute to America’s First Monument Honoring an African American The Frederick Douglass Monument Commemoration and wreath laying program will be held at the Monument in Frederick Douglass Memorial Plaza in Highland Park, located at the corner of South Ave. and Robinson Dr. Rochester NY 14620 on JUNE 9, […]
Opal Lee, often referred to as the “Grandmother of Juneteenth,” has been honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award in the United States. This accolade comes as recognition of her tireless efforts in activism, particularly her pivotal role in making Juneteenth a federally recognized holiday. At 96 years old, Lee’s remarkable […]
The documentary “Disco’s Revenge,” directed by Omar Majeed and Peter Mishara, delves into the rich history and enduring impact of disco music. Premiering this week at the Hot Docs Festival in Canada, the film explores the genre’s vilification and revival, using extensive archival footage and interviews with pivotal figures such as Nile Rodgers and Nicky […]
A group of Black Democratic lawmakers, led by Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman of New Jersey, reintroduced the CROWN Act (Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair) in the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation, which has been blocked in the Senate in the past, seeks to ban discrimination based on hairstyle or hair […]