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WHCA dinner honors press freedom, diversity, and April Ryan

This year, the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner looked much different. Without the presence of the president of the United States, an accomplished...

MelaninCon: A celebration of Black excellence and unity

Despite the Trump administration eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programming and their threats to revoke federal funding from teaching parts of African American...

Tragic death of Rubby Pérez, a legend in merengue music

A household name for Dominicans across the globe, Rubby Pérez was a prominent figure in merengue music as he defined an entire generation and...

Apple reaffirms commitment to DEI initiatives despite pressure

Apple has vowed to stick to its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives despite pressure from a Trump-associated group and an atmosphere that derides...

ASALH highlights Black laborers’ contributions to the nation

Each year, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), the creators of Black History Month, holds a high-level luncheon...

Mexico City Art Week showcases Latin American art and global influence

For one week each year, Mexico City transforms into the epicenter of the global art world. Zona Maco, Latin America’s largest art fair, alongside...

Lester Holt steps down from NBC Nightly News in summer

Lester Holt, the veteran NBC newscaster and “NBC Nightly News” anchor for the past decade, announced Monday that he will step down from the...

Target’s DEI retreat sparks boycotts and legal challenges

Target Corporation, which recently scaled back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, is facing financial consequences, community backlash, and new legal challenges from...

Grammy-winning singer Roberta Flack dies at 88

Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer and pianist whose smooth vocals and intimate style made her a defining artist of the 1970s, died Monday at...

BLK’s report reveals evolving dating trends among Black singles

BLK, the leading social and dating app for Black singles, has released its inaugural State of Black Singles report, revealing the evolving dynamics of...

New Film ‘Godless’ Examines the Clash Between Catholicism and Politics

Actor Harry Lennix and director-writer Michael Ricigliano are bringing faith and politics to the forefront with their latest film, “Godless.” The film stars Ana Ortiz...

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