Dr. Vivien Thomas, a pioneering figure in medical history, developed groundbreaking techniques in heart surgery without formal medical training and worked alongside Dr. Alfred Blalock at Vanderbilt University and Johns Hopkins University.
Category: Black History
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Erasing Black history? These unions say not on their watch
Teacher unions are fighting back against attempts by politicians to suppress Black history in schools, arguing that education should be uncomfortable and that the history of this country includes painful and unjust moments that need to be taught.
Posted inSports
Long champions of social justice, Black athletes say their voices are needed now more than ever
WNBA veteran Natasha Cloud believes speaking up about social justice is just as important as winning basketball games, and has used her platform to advocate for change in her communities.
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Family of Malcolm X requests declassification of government files as multi-million-dollar lawsuit continuesÂ
Malcolm X’s family has called upon the White House to declassify government files related to his assassination, which occurred nearly 60 years ago, in order to solve the mystery behind the conspiratorial actions that led to his murder.
Posted inNational News
The National Business League Celebrates 125th Anniversary Reaffirming Commitment to Black Economic Freedom
The National Business League has launched “The Black Economic Freedom Movement” to digitize 1 million Black Business Enterprises by 2028, aiming to strengthen the nation’s first and oldest Black business organization with an ultra-modern digital ecosystem, facilitating direct connections among Black businesses and creating a formidable economic force.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Annual Black History Month luncheon takes place in nation’s capital
The Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) hosted its 99th Annual Black History Month Luncheon, featuring a panel session with Marc H. Morial, president and CEO of the National Urban League, and Christine Sampson-Clark, executive committee member of the National Education Association.
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Maryland leaders gather to celebrate excellence in public service
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott, along with other Black men of excellence, gathered for a commemorative photo, highlighting the importance of unity and support during these unprecedented times.
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Afro Charities set to break ground on new home for AFRO Archives at historic Upton Mansion
Afro Charities is set to break ground on its $16-million redevelopment of the historic Upton Mansion in West Baltimore, which will serve as the headquarters for the AFRO and feature offices for Afro Charities, including a gallery space, recording studio, and green roof.
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 Modern love, Black voices: BLK’s first ‘State of Black Singles’ report uncovers shifting dating norms
BLK, a leading social and dating app for Black singles, has released its inaugural “State of Black Singles” report, revealing the evolving dynamics of love, sex, and relationships within the Black community.
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Erasing Black history? These unions say not on their watch
Teacher unions in Florida and Georgia are fighting against censorship of Black history in schools, with the Florida Education Association and the Georgia Federation of Teachers advocating for students and standing up against efforts to suppress knowledge that empowers Black communities.
Posted inOPINION
 Malcolm X: 60 years later, the fire still burns
Sixty years after Malcolm X was assassinated, his legacy remains powerful, with his words still resonating and his ideas continuing to inspire resistance against systemic oppression.
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Matters of the heart: Remembering the life and legacy of Johnnie Mae Quince Gay
Johnnie Mae Quince Gay, a member of the Women’s Army Corps during the Korean War, died in 1972 due to a massive brain haemorrhage and hypertension after a long-term rehabilitation clinic and a fight with her husband.