Written by Pearl Cleage, an acclaimed writer known for her emphasis on Black feminist ideology, now reigns as a 2025 recipient of the Legacy Playwrights Award. Cleage currently works as a distinguished artist in residence at the Alliance Theater in Atlanta. The playwright and essayist has written multiple works in prose and for the stage, becoming the … Continue reading “Black Feminist Writer Pearl Cleage Honored With 2025 Legacy Playwrights Award”
BBC reporters are not allowed to wear “Black Lives Matter” t-shirts in the newsroom, with the gesture deemed too political and “not appropriate.” BBC Director-General Tim Davie made the announcement on Oct. 19 at the Sunday Times Culture Interview Forum during the Cheltenham Literature Festival, citing that while the organization opposes racism, it is “not … Continue reading “BBC Reporters Banned From Wearing ‘Black Lives Matter’ T-Shirts In Newsroom”
The Supreme Court is weighing whether regular marijuana users can legally own firearms, a decision that could put millions of Americans at risk of breaking the law. On Oct. 20, the Supreme Court announced it will consider whether individuals who regularly use marijuana can legally possess firearms, the AP reported. The case was prompted by … Continue reading “Supreme Court To Review Whether Regular Marijuana Smokers Can Own Guns”
Debbie Allen wants you to remember her name and likeness with a new Barbie doll. The Fame actress has received the honor as part of the Barbie Signature Tribute Collection. The doll resembles her character, Lydia Grant, who captured hearts with her dance skills on the 80s teen drama. Allen reflected on her journey and … Continue reading “Remember Her Name! Debbie Allen Gets Own Barbie Doll Honoring Her ‘Fame’ Legacy”
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) is calling on the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency to release a 13-year-old boy, who is an American citizen, calling his detainment “alarming,” Boston.com reports. The young boy in question is a Everett, Massachusetts, resident who was arrested Oct. 9 at a bus stop following a “credible tip” that … Continue reading “Ayanna Pressley Calls For Release Of 13-Year-Old U.S. Citizen Detained By ICE, Sent To Adult Prison”
The invention of a hair-braiding robot has won a startup competition at Harvard Innovation Labs. The 2025 President’s Innovation Challenge Winner crowned Halo Braid as its latest winner. The competition, conducted at Harvard, challenges alumni and students from its 13 schools to present innovative ideas that could transform industries. In its Alumni + Affiliates Open … Continue reading “Black-Founded Invention Of Hair-Braiding Robot Crowned Winner Of Startup Contest At Harvard”
The Trump administration says it will agree to canceling student loan debt for eligible borrowers under certain plans, following a legal agreement with the Department of Education and the American Federation of Teachers (AFT). This marks a significant pivot for the Trump administration, which previously paused or restricted access to student debt relief through federal … Continue reading “Trump Administration Says It Will Cancel Certain Student Loan Debt For Millions”
A Georgia man was arrested at the Atlanta Airport after a family member reported him for threats to shoot up the world’s busiest airport. On Oct. 20, Atlanta police arrested Billy Cagle at the domestic terminal of Hartsfield-Jackson Airport following a family member’s crucial tip. Upon his arrest, Atlanta police uncovered an AR-15 rifle and … Continue reading “Police Take Down Man At ATL Airport For Threats To ‘Shoot It Up,’ Nixing Potential Mass Shooting”
The White House seemingly has its priorities in order as demolition of the East Wing began to build President Donald Trump’s massive ballroom while Americans suffer from the 2025 government shutdown, NPR reports. East Wing demolition, primarily known as the traditional operations base for the first lady, began Oct. 20 to become home to Trump’s … Continue reading “As Americans Suffer From Gov Shutdown, Trump Demolitions The White House For $250M Ballroom”
Dear Fairygodmentor, I want to move into a leadership position, but I’m not sure how to position myself as a candidate. What’s the best way to get noticed?– Aspiring Leader Dear Aspiring Leader, I just love getting this question because you tapped into what I love to do. As a Fairygodmentor®, I love to grow … Continue reading “Ask Your Fairygodmentor®: About The Secret To Get Noticed (And Promoted) Into Leadership”