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Louisiana Redistricting Threatens Black Vote Future

Louisiana redistricting faces legal challenges over racial gerrymandering, threatening Black voting rights and fair representation under the Voting Rights Act.

Trump Tariffs Crush Black Haircare Industry

Trump’s tariffs increase costs for Black haircare industry, straining Black beauty supply stores and reducing profit margins in a $2.5B market.

DEI’s Vital Power for Black Empowerment and Brands

DEI initiatives boost Black empowerment and company reputations by enhancing trust, doubling employee engagement, and increasing 21% profitability, while retracting DEI risks damaging brand perceptions..

Black Skulls Return: New Orleans Finds Healing

The return of 19 Black American skulls to New Orleans after 150 years highlights a healing journey confronting racial pseudoscience and historical injustice.

MIT DEI Office Ends: Alarming Future for Students

MIT closes DEI office, redefining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strategies amid African American community concerns and institutional equity debates.

Justice Denied Black Oregon Firefighter’s Conviction

The Black Oregon firefighter’s self-defense case, marked by an all-white jury and systemic racism, fuels a clemency movement.

Togo’s Vital Sahel Alliance Shift Unveiled

Togo’s regional alignment shift from ECOWAS to the Alliance of Sahel States gains traction as 54% of citizens support the move amid debates over economic and security priorities.

Darfur’s Brutal Secret Battling Sexual Violence

Darfur’s 12.1 million at-risk faces escalating sexual violence as war crimes and systematic assault drive trauma, with MSF urging global action.

Hoodoo’s Powerful Mojo Bags Unveil a Sacred Legacy

Exploring the spiritual power of Hoodoo and mojo bags in Black culture, their survival roots, and how Sinners sparks renewed interest in these traditions.

Revitalizing Democratic Leadership Urgent Pipeline

Revitalize democratic leadership by addressing aging pipelines, 2025 Senate changes, and strategies to strengthen diverse voter engagement and election success.

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