Editorial credit: DFree / Shutterstock.com By Ateqah Khaki and Vinita Srivastava | The Conversation The release of Beyoncé’s latest album, Cowboy Carter, was a much awaited event for a lot of us. There was much anticipation about this being a country album — and a lot of talk about the resistance some radio stations had and still […]
Editorial credit: Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock.com By Amir Khafagy | Documented The claim process for Uber and Lyft drivers to receive their portion of the back pay settlement began on March 7. Following the New York State Attorney General’s investigation on wage theft, on November 2, Uber and Lyft agreed to a $328 million settlement on wage […]
Editorial credit: Ringo Chiu / Shutterstock.com By Michael Waldman | Brennan Center for Justice “We are in danger of creating a situation in which our candidates must be chosen from among the rich, the famous, or those willing to be beholden to others.” So warned Robert F. Kennedy — the senator, not his son who is running […]
Editorial credit: Tada Images / Shutterstock.com While the Biden Administration Delays the Rule on Menthol, Death Toll Rises Daily WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 2, 2024 – The African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council (AATCLC), Action on Smoking and Health (ASH), and the National Medical Association (NMA), represented by Christopher Leung of Leung Law PLLC, have filed […]
Governor Kathy Hochul. Editorial credit: lev radin / Shutterstock.com By Jake Pearson, ProPublica ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. This story was originally published by ProPublica. As New York lawmakers hammer out a more than $200 billion budget this week, they […]
Editorial credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock.com By Chris Tobias, Exclusive to New Black Voices Louis Gossett Jr. stands as a titan in acting, with a career spanning over six decades, marked by versatility, depth, and a commitment to his craft. Born on May 27, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York, to Louis Sr., a porter, and […]
Editorial credit: Everett Collection / Shutterstock.com By Kimberly Bryant | MSN “Hers was not a voice or a face to forget. Yet, we forgot.” Those words by Alice Randall reflected the nearly lost legacy of Linda Martell, the first Black woman to top the country charts. Her reflection is a warning not to repeat history now that […]
By Pearl Phillip March is Women’s Month. Yes, that’s correct! In many countries, March is observed as Women’s History Month or International Women’s Month. It’s a time dedicated to celebrating women’s many achievements and contributions throughout history and contemporary society. It’s also a time to raise awareness about gender equality and women’s rights issues. Many […]
By Ian Vandewalker | Brennan Center for Justice Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Tuesday that his pick for vice president is Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy tech entrepreneur and lawyer. Shanahan’s prior political activity seems to be limited to giving money, including a $4 million donation to a pro-RFK Jr. super PAC to help fund a […]
By Paradise Destinations Travel As the chill of winter fades away and nature begins to bloom anew, spring emerges as a delightful season for travel. Whether you’re planning a rejuvenating getaway or an exciting adventure, spring offers a plethora of opportunities to explore the world. However, to make the most of your spring travel experience, […]