Harvard University has abruptly terminated staff involved in its Slavery Remembrance Program, raising questions about its commitment to addressing its history and legacy of slavery, amidst a national wave of setbacks to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
Author Archives: Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent
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Commentary: The ‘America first agenda’ and what it means for marginalized communities
President Trump’s “America First” agenda, which includes hardline immigration policies and a reduction in government hiring in DEI initiatives, could exacerbate existing inequities for Black Americans.
Posted inHealth
U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration awards $1 million in planning grants to 14 states
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded $1 million in planning grants to 14 states as part of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid Demonstration Program, which aims to address the ongoing mental health and substance abuse crises nationwide.
Posted inPOLITICS
Elected officials face backlash for paternal references to the president
Rep. Byron Donalds’ use of the term “Daddy’s back” to describe President Trump’s return to office has sparked controversy and backlash, with critics arguing that it perpetuates a submissive and submissive mentality.
Posted inAfro Briefs
American Airlines faces intense scrutiny over customer service and discrimination allegations
American Airlines is facing severe customer service and racial discrimination complaints, leading to a rethinking of its operational policies and a $50 million fine for failing to provide adequate assistance to passengers with disabilities.
Posted inNational News
Biden pardons Marcus Garvey, others in one of his final acts of presidency
President Joe Biden posthumously pardoned Marcus Garvey Jr., a key figure in the civil rights movement, for his advocacy of Black nationalism and self-reliance, marking a powerful affirmation of his enduring legacy.
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Wendy Williams speaks out: ‘I am not cognitively impaired; I am in prison’
Wendy Williams made a surprise call to “The Breakfast Club” to express her frustrations with her conservatorship, describing it as “emotional abuse” and expressing her desire to visit her 94-year-old father in Miami for his birthday.
Posted inU.S. Government
DOJ sues major landlords over alleged algorithmic pricing scheme
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed an amended complaint against RealPage and six large landlords, alleging they engaged in an anticompetitive scheme to drive up rental prices for millions of Americans.
Posted inPOLITICS
New Year brings wave of new laws across the United States
In 2025, new laws in various states will impact gun safety, healthcare, consumer privacy, transportation, and public safety, with gun safety taking center stage.
Posted inHealth
Surgeon General warns alcohol increases cancer risk, urges new warning labels
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has issued an advisory linking alcohol consumption to an increased risk of cancer, and is calling for updated warning labels on alcoholic beverages to inform consumers of the cancer risks associated with alcohol consumption.
Posted inEducation
Pharrell Williams joins UNESCO as goodwill ambassador, pledges to support education and culture
Pharrell Williams has been appointed as a UNESCO goodwill ambassador, aligning with his mission to support marginalized communities through education and philanthropy, and will represent UNESCO at international cultural events and support the organization’s educational and cultural programs worldwide.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Justice Department and 39 attorneys general unveil plan to break Google’s monopoly
Attorney generals from 39 states are proposing a plan to break up Google’s monopoly as an internet search engine, aiming to restore competition, protect consumer choice, and level the playing field for digital market rivals.
