A 66-Year-Old Comic Book About Dr. King Is Still Being Used To Teach Non-Violence
by Kandiss Edwards June 5, 2025 The text remains as relevant in 2025 A comic book about Martin Luther King, released in 1958, is still a resource for teaching non-violence. Martin Luther King and the Montgomery Story, written by Alfred Hassler, tells the story of the Civil Rights movement’s non-violent resistance and its charismatic leader. […]
Job Openings Make Surprising Rise Amid Increased Layoffs
by Jeroslyn JoVonn June 5, 2025 Job openings rose nationwide in April despite high layoffs. U.S. job openings unexpectedly increased in April alongside gains in hiring and layoffs, signaling a relatively stable labor market. The Bureau of Labor Statistics released its Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey on June 3, revealing nearly 7.4 million available […]
Controversial Celebration Costs Cali Teen Her Track Championship
by Keka Araújo June 5, 2025 Adams had an outstanding season, setting school records in the 100, 200, 400, and 800 meters within the Pacific Coast Athletic League’s Cypress Division. A highly anticipated state championship victory for North Salinas High School sophomore Clara Adams was dramatically revoked Saturday after officials deemed her celebratory use of […]
‘She’s trying to make her way’: Obamas understands why Malia changed her name for her film career
America was introduced to her as Malia Obama, but now Hollywood is getting to know her as Malia Ann. Malia, former President Barack Obama’s eldest daughter, has been making strides in Hollywood–from working as a writer on the Prime Video series, “Swarm,” to debuting her short film “The Heart” at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, […]
Supreme Court makes it easier to claim ‘reverse discrimination’ in employment
A unanimous Supreme Court made it easier Thursday to bring lawsuits over so-called reverse discrimination, siding with an Ohio woman who claims she didn’t get a job and then was demoted because she is straight. The justices’ decision affects lawsuits in 20 states and the District of Columbia where, until now, courts had set a higher bar when members […]
Financing Groceries: More Shoppers Are Buying Now And Paying Later For Food
by Stacy Jackson June 5, 2025 Some consumers view the increased demand for “buy now, pay later” loans as a signal that financial stress is rising among Americans. The current state of the economy is in question as shoppers have resorted to financing their groceries through “buy now, pay later” loans. An option typically used […]
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Sues For Arrest At Immigration Detention Center
by Jeroslyn JoVonn June 5, 2025 Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has filed a lawsuit over his arrest at a federal immigration detention center. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has filed a lawsuit against Donald Trump ally, interim U.S. Attorney Alina Habba, following his arrest at a federal immigration detention center last month. On June 3, the […]
Stephen A. Smith Lands SiriusXM Deal
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton June 5, 2025 The sports personality will start in September and the show will be aired on Mad Dog Sports Radio (channel 82) Stephen A. Smith has signed a deal with satellite radio network SiriusXM. Smith shared the news while appearing on The Howard Stern Show at his new home […]
Jasmine Crockett Sets Eye On House Oversight Committee Leadership Position
by Sharelle B. McNair June 5, 2025 The House Oversight Committee is known for holding the executive branch of the federal government – and President Donald Trump – accountable. Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) wants to take her position on the U.S. House Oversight Committee to the next level as a ranking member. In a letter […]
Kara Young, already on a Broadway streak, could make Tony history with her role in ‘Purpose’
Don’t bother asking Kara Young which one of her roles is her favorite. They’re all her favorite. “Every single time I’m doing a show, I feel like it is the most important thing on the planet,” she says. “I don’t have a favorite. It’s like this: Every, every single project has held its own weight.” […]
