April Ryan, the longest-serving Black woman in the White House press corps, has decided to focus on working for the Black Press of America, citing a shift towards conservatism and a lack of opportunities for Black women in the media industry.
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Sisters of the pen: A look at the women who broke barriers
Carole Simpson, Dorothy Pearl Butler Gilliam, Belva Davis, and Melba Tolliver are all trailblazers in the journalism industry, breaking barriers and making history as the first Black woman to hold a certain position or title.
Posted inLIFE & STYLE
The Jiles: What’s the secret to love longevity– even in the golden years?
Jodie and Sonny Jiles, a power couple in Black Houston, have been married for decades and have learned to balance love, commitment, resilience, and unity while prioritizing work, family, and faith, and they share their advice on how to keep Black love growing.
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Letters, love and legacy: The AFRO’s historic column comes to life again
Afro Charities hosted a mixer and networking session centered around their “Re-Reading the News” series, inspired by the AFRO Archives’ “Lonesome Hearts” column, where attendees exchanged letters and formed connections.
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Shaping the narrative: Ava Thompson Greenwell’s fight for diversity in newsroom leadership
Ava Thompson Greenwell, a veteran journalist and video broadcast journalism professor at Northwestern University, has written a book called “Ladies Leading: The Black Women Who Control Television News” to highlight the need for more Black women in executive positions in the media industry to ensure fair and balanced reporting.
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Howard esports partners with Wizards District Gaming to compete in NBA 2K Basketball Tournament
The Howard University Esports Association participated in the NBA 2K’s Nothing But Internet esports tournament, representing Wizards District Gaming, and had the opportunity to showcase their skills and represent their school in a unique and innovative way.
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Lester Holt to step down as anchor of NBC’s flagship ‘Nightly News’ after a decade
NBC’s veteran anchor Lester Holt is stepping down from his position as anchor of “Nightly News” and will expand his work on “Dateline” as a full-time role, with no firm date or successor yet named.
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A topsy-turvy Oscar season concludes today. Here’s what to look for at the show
The 97th Academy Awards ceremony will take place on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, with Conan O’Brien hosting for the first time. The ceremony will feature performances by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, and a tribute to the late Quincy Jones, with Queen Latifah.
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Powerhouse vocalist Angie Stone dead at 63
Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Angie Stone tragically passed away at the age of 63 after a car accident in Alabama, leaving a profound void in the music industry and a legacy as a pioneer of neo-soul and a trailblazer for female artists in hip-hop and R&B.
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HBO’s ‘Eyes on the Prize III’ revisits Black America’s modern civil rights struggles
The HBO documentary series “Eyes on the Prize III: We Who Believe in Freedom Cannot Rest (1977-2015)” explores the continued struggle for racial justice in America from the late 1970s through 2015, featuring figures such as Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., Rev. Al Sharpton, and Alicia Garza.
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Celebrating Women’s History Month: The legacy of sister Rosetta Tharpe, a pioneer in gospel and rock
Sister Rosetta Tharpe, known as the “Godmother of Rock and Roll,” was a pioneer in the development of rock and roll, gospel, and blues music, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.
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‘We Need Joy’: Black community sounds the alarm after MSNBC leadership cancels ‘The ReidOut’
Members of the Black community gathered in support of political commentator Joy Reid, whose award-winning MSNBC show, “The ReidOut,” was recently cancelled, and was the first Black woman to anchor a primetime cable news show.