Black Ops 6 Reveal Trailer: Get A First Look At 2024's Call Of Duty Game At 10 AM ET
The first trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is generating buzz with its potential tie-ins to real-life political leaders and historical events. [ more ]
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 confirmed day one on Game Pass in new trailer
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will be available on Microsoft's Game Pass subscription from day one, promising gameplay insights during a June reveal event. [ more ]
Calif. bill proposes "Black-Serving Institution" designation
The California bill aims to establish a 'Black-Serving Institution' designation for colleges with significant Black student enrollment, supporting their success and graduation. [ more ]
One of the deadliest spiders in the world is returning to the south
Residents in the Southwest states need to remain vigilant as black widow spiders return with dangerous neurotoxic venom, posing higher risks to children, elderly, and the infirm. [ more ]
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Announced by Activision, Full Reveal on June 9
Activision has confirmed that the next Call of Duty will be Black Ops 6.After several leaks and teasers, the publisher announced Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 last week.
Daffy duck, coconuts and raccoons: When do memes, emojis and gifs become hate crimes?
Criticism of politicians by Black and Asian individuals using emojis and memes can lead to criminal charges, sparking concerns of using anti-racist legislation against minority communities. [ more ]
Opinion | Biden Underestimates How Much Black Americans Care About This Issue
Black voters could be the driving force in the 2024 elections, with a significant portion considering voting for Donald Trump due to climate change concerns. [ more ]
The Texas School District That Provided the Blueprint for an Attack on Public Education
Addressing racism in schools requires concrete actions like hiring diverse teachers and implementing cultural-sensitivity training and consequences for racist behavior. [ more ]
Four years later, Minneapolis still scarred by the violence of the George Floyd riots
The aftermath of George Floyd's death in 2020 has led to ongoing struggles and decline in Minneapolis, particularly in terms of anti-police policies and increased crime. [ more ]
Granderson: Whose lives matter to the Republican governor of Texas?
Abbott refused to act on a posthumous pardon for George Floyd while enthusiastically supporting the pardon for a man found guilty of murder in a racially charged incident. [ more ]
The Black Lives Matter movement in 2020 became the largest protest movement in U.S. history, leading to significant changes and calls for justice. [ more ]
Kelly Rowland's Cannes slight is typical to Black women in entertainment | Tayo Bero
Kelly Rowland confronted a security guard at Cannes Film Festival for disrespecting her, asserting her boundaries as a Black woman in the entertainment industry. [ more ]
American soldier arrested in Russia over an alleged theft will remain in custody, state media report
An American soldier named Gordon Black remains in custody in Russia after losing an appeal against detention for stealing from his girlfriend. [ more ]
Jury rules against Black Lives Matter co-founder in LAPD 'swatting' lawsuit
A civil jury ruled against BLM-L.A. co-founder Melina Abdullah, stating police were not liable for responding to a false alarm hostage situation. [ more ]
Texas's pardon of a man who killed a Black Lives Matter protester is chilling | Tayo Bero
The pardon and release of Daniel Perry, convicted killer of Garrett Foster, raises concerns about politically motivated killings and pandering to political pressure over protecting lives. [ more ]
The unassuming London pub that has become a mecca for die-hard Swifties
Taylor Swift's mention of The Black Dog pub in her song led to increased attention and demand for its branded merchandise, resulting in the pub launching an online store. [ more ]
States turn against public masking amid pro-Palestinian protests
Protesters may face repercussions beyond arrest; faculty termination and student suspensions are outcomes. Public mask bans and dormant laws revived to target protesters raise concerns. [ more ]
This Full Suspension E-Bike Has a Surprisingly High Range
The Mod Black e-bike by Mod Bikes is designed for both off-roading and daily commutes, featuring full suspension and multi-terrain tires for a mountain bike-like experience. [ more ]
Samuel Alito's Opinions Are Just as Upside-Down as His Flag
On Thursday, MAGA's Chief Justice and amateur vexillophile, Samuel Alito, once again used his unchecked power on the Supreme Court to help Republicans win elections.
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Unanimous Post-Trial Decision and Long-Settled Precedent, Allows South Carolina's Racially Discriminatory Congressional Map to Stand
The Supreme Court reversed the finding of an unconstitutional racial gerrymander in South Carolina's Congressional District 1, impacting Black voters' access to fair elections. [ more ]
We've Finally Seen Matter Plunge into a Black Hole
Black holes warp spacetime drastically. Approaching one, classical mechanics break down, and objects plunge uncontrollably, revealing the mystery of the plunging region. [ more ]
Hulu celebrates release of "Black Twitter: A People's History" in D.C.
The rise and impact of Black Twitter is highlighted in the docuseries "Black Twitter: A People's History" with artifacts displayed at a Hulu event. [ more ]
What Does Anti-Arab Racism on Campus Have to Do With the War on Gaza?
Criticism of Israeli state is being conflated with racism against Jewish people to suppress critics and potentially restrict freedom of speech on US campuses. [ more ]
Astronomers Stumbled Upon A Rare Chance To Capture Just How Fast A Supermassive Black Hole Spins
Supermassive black holes play a critical role in the universe's evolution, and a new method to measure their spins offers insights into cosmic history. [ more ]
Protests over Israel-Hamas war have torn US universities apart: what's next?
University campuses in the US are facing protests and accusations of antisemitism over the war in Gaza, leading to a Congressional hearing that some fear may worsen the situation. [ more ]
Black Banx's commitment to green banking - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Green banking focuses on integrating environmental and social considerations into banking operations for sustainability and responsible practices. [ more ]
The World Is Ignoring the Other Deadly Kind of Carbon
Zombie fires, smoldering underground from last year, reignite in Canadian wilderness, emitting black carbon exceeding 15 megatons monthly by May 16. [ more ]
Brooklyn Protest Raises Doubts About N.Y.P.D. Commitment to New Tactics
The agreement between the New York Police Department and civil rights groups aimed to improve responses to protests and prevent violent clashes. [ more ]
Legal Aid Society: NYPD "Pattern of violence" violates spirit of Payne settlement
The Legal Aid Society condemns police conduct at a pro-Palestine march in Bay Ridge, urging the mayor to enforce the terms of the settlement agreement from the Black Lives Matter protests. [ more ]
Close to a police state': campaign groups condemn UK report into protests
Protest groups criticized a report recommending increased surveillance and policing measures, fearing it could weaken democracy and lead to a police state. [ more ]
The Shenandoah County School Board's Terrible History Lesson
The school board decision to restore General Stonewall Jackson's name on a Virginia high school highlights unresolved racial issues and lack of community voice. [ more ]
UK police charge pro-Palestine protester behind divisive coconut' placard
The article discusses the controversial use of racialized language, specifically the term 'coconut', and its implications in the context of hate crime laws. [ more ]
Anti-Mask Laws Target Gaza Protests, But They Threaten All Progressive Movements
Across the United States, right-wing legislators are targeting protesters who oppose the genocide in Palestine by resurrecting laws against wearing face masks in public.
Joe Biden was racist and patronizing in his speech to Morehouse grads
Biden's behavior towards the black community is seen as patronizing and his approach is criticized as leveraging past traumas for political gain. [ more ]