McDonald’s is gearing up for a nationwide boycott beginning June 24 as advocates target the mega fast food chain as a sign of support against “economic resistance.” The People’s Union, a rising movement known for spearheading boycotts against Amazon, Target, and Walmart in recent months, is now targeting McDonald’s […]
Source: MARK FELIX / Getty Juneteenth offers a time of celebration and reflection as we consider what it means to be free amid resurgent fascism in America. While the current political moment may feel unprecedented to some people, 160 years after the Black people in […]
The University of Alabama’s highly anticipated Legacy program—a year-long initiative focused on mentorship and tech training for Black girls—has been put on hold after losing a critical $3.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation in April, according to The Birmingham Times. Designed as a collaboration between seven […]
*A controversial post-trial plea deal could allow a Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy, convicted of using excessive force, to avoid jail time entirely, reigniting tensions around accountability and justice in law enforcement. According to ABC 7, Deputy Trevor James Kirk was found guilty in February of felony deprivation […]
It was just a matter of time before Kyle Rittenhouse injected himself into the controversy over alleged killer Karmelo Anthony, the Black 17-year-old charged in the stabbing death of a white athlete at a Dallas-area track meet. Many have cited Rittenhouse’s case when arguing against a right-wing mob that […]
Nigerians applying for visas to the United States should expect new interview requirements ahead of their arrival. The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria announced that the new applicant criteria will take effect on April 22. Business Insider Africa says the changes will help increase efficiency and streamline the visa application process. Applicants must now […]
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