US Naval Academy ends affirmative action in admissions
The U.S. Naval Academy will no longer consider race, ethnicity or sex as a factor for admission to the service institution, a response to an executive order by President Donald Trump, according to federal court documents made public Friday. The change in policy was made in February by Vice Adm. Yvette Davids, the academy’s superintendent, […]
Trump commutes the sentence of Ozy Media co-founder Carlos Watson
President Donald Trump commuted the sentence of Ozy Media co-founder Carlos Watson, a White House official said Friday, just before Watson was due to report to prison for a nearly 10-year sentence in a financial conspiracy case. Watson was convicted last year in a closely watched case that showcased the implosion of an ambitious startup company at a time of turmoil […]
After their son died pledging a fraternity, Tyler Hilliard’s family helped pass a new anti-hazing law in his name
A new law on the books in California set to take effect next year that targets campus hazing was pushed forward by a Black family. Tyler’s Law, which the state recently passed, expands existing hazing laws in California and makes way for students injured in hazing rituals to sue their schools and institutions. Before the […]
What really led Buy From A Black Woman to end its partnership with H&M?
As attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion at the corporate level continue, it’s evident that some of the first to be impacted have been Black women-owned businesses. Whether it’s brands caught in the middle of boycotting consumers and big box stores or the end of major partnerships meant to bolster Black women’s businesses, Black women […]
Rep. Jasmine Crockett gets hilariously pranked on the ‘Steve Harvey Morning Show’
U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, did her best not to “pop off” during an expected “hostile” call that turned out to be a prank on Friday morning. The popular Texas congresswoman had no idea she was on national syndicated radio when she received a call from a man who claimed to be the president of […]
Selena Quintanilla-Perez’s killer, Yolanda Saldívar, is denied parole
The family of Selena Quintanilla-Perez is full of gratitude after her killer, Yolanda Saldívar, was denied parole. On Thursday, March 27, “after thorough consideration,” the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles denied Saldívar parole. Hours later, Selena’s family took to her official Instagram to express their feelings in the aftermath. “Today, we are grateful that […]
Tread Lightly: How To Travel With Sustainability in Mind
Many people know that traveling can harm the environment and want to make their trips more sustainable. However, well-intentioned travelers often aren’t sure how to go about planning a sustainable trip. Tourism accounts for roughly 8% of carbon emissions worldwide and travelers from high-income countries, like the United States, have the biggest environmental impact. Tourism […]
Trump’s DOJ investigates whether universities comply with SCOTUS ruling on race-based affirmative action
The Trump administration has opened investigations into the admissions policies at Stanford University and three campuses within the University of California system, including UC Berkeley, UCLA and UC Irvine, the Department of Justice said Thursday. U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed the department’s Civil Rights Division to investigate whether the schools’ policies comply with the 2023 U.S. […]
How to Make an Upskilling Plan That’s Realistic and Fun
Upskilling has long been viewed as a way for professionals to get a competitive edge at work. In 2025, upskilling offers a new benefit: helping workers combat FOBO, or the fear of becoming obsolete. The World Economic Forum says that FOBO is fueled by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Uncertainty is now the norm, […]
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries says Trump and Republicans want to put ‘chainsaw’ to Social Security
U.S. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., the Democratic leader in the House of Representatives, warned that President Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress want to “take a chainsaw” to Social Security as they forge ahead with their plan to execute major federal spending cuts. “House Republicans and the Trump administration are trying to take a chainsaw […]
