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Expect Brooklyn’s Flatbush neighborhood to be awash in the black, green and gold of the Jamaican flag on Saturday, August 8 , as participants and spectators come out in numbers for the inaugural Jamai
The U.S. Senate confirmed Sonia Sotomayor’s nomination to the Supreme Court on this day in 2009 on a 68-31 vote. At the Court Last week, the Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on its emergen
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“Without more awareness on how to differentiate between a complex range of maternal mental health disorders, ‘treatment’ may actually make things worse.”
On June 26, Children’s Aid was preparing to continue summer sexual health and youth development programming in schools, foster care settings and community organizations across New York City. By the en
The city of Izumisano in Japan’s Osaka Prefecture announced on July 27 that it would create a new nyujiin—an infant care institution for children under age 3—for the estimated 40 babies it expect
Summer is prime time for seeing the world, and by the looks of things, it’s also the perfect time for the stars to put on colorful, bejeweled, and feathered costumes to dance and find joy at the cente
The conversations over a Black actor like Lupita Nyong’o portraying the iconic Helen of Troy, “the most beautiful woman in the world”, reveal a broader discomfort with depictions of dark-skinned Black
ESSENCE Senior Beauty & Style Editor Akili King believes ‘glow’ is more than skin deep. In The Ritual Report , she shares personal healing practices—from acupuncture for skin and grounding benefits to
Dr. Erica Schwartz will be the first Black woman to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, promising that she will show “radical transparency and unwavering scientific integrity” in the
“In The Chair” spotlights the incredible hairstylists and makeup artists in our community who are giving us major inspiration. Each week, they discuss their personal beauty and career journeys, what t
Todd Blanche — whom Republicans hope to confirm as attorney general by the end of the week — has indicated he could steer the Justice Department to prioritize national abortion restrictions, a major s
Most of us agree that a great teacher is priceless and can leave a lifelong positive impact on a child. Yet, teachers are rarely compensated as such which is an even harder situation to navigate for B
Black women deserve silver spoons, and The Lip Bar’s latest launch is serving luxury by the spoonful. Silver Spoon Lip Serum pairs a buttery, high-shine formula with an elevated glass bottle and spoon
If you’ve spent any time on social media over the last few years, you’ve probably heard people jokingly refer to her as Keke “Keep a Job” Palmer. Truth be told, it’s one of the most accurate celebrity
Tomi Adeyemi ’s ascension in the literary world has been incredible. When her 2018 novel, Children of Blood and Bone debuted, the Nigerian writer (then only 24 years young) received a laundry list of
For Anima Iris founder and creative director Wilglory Tanjong , the future of fashion is anything but neutral. With the launch of the brand’s Hot Sexy Jungle Summer collection, the designer is enterin
This is the second piece in a series on what I believe the court can, and should, do better. *** The Supreme Court justices have an unusual relationship with the press. The court issues what are known
Last week, the federal government joined President Donald Trump’s personal legal team in asking the Supreme Court to review an $83.3 million judgment against the president in a defamation case brought
Today, Netflix has released the official trailer for the third season of Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black , offering another look at the turmoil awaiting Kimmie and the Bellarie family when the series re
Believe it or not, back-to-school season is already here, at least in some parts of the United States. But we’ve still got about two months until it’s back-to-Supreme-Court season for the justices. Ev
Abdul El-Sayed is Democrats’ pick for U.S. Senate in Michigan. El-Sayed, a former public health official and progressive backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders, defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in Tuesday’s Democra
A state funding request went unanswered as the organization warned closures were imminent. Planned Parenthood of Michigan announced on July 30, 2026 that, effective immediately, it would be permanentl
This year's midterm elections have the power to dramatically alter representation in the current Republican-leaning Congress: All 435 congressional seats in the U.S. House are up for grabs, as is two-
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Former Democratic Rep. Cori Bush will not be returning to Congress after failing to retake her old seat from Rep. Wesley Bell in the heated primary for Missouri’s 1st Congressional District, according
Kansas voters rejected a ballot measure that would have made members of the state’s Supreme Court electable by popular vote — a seemingly technical issue that had become a proxy battle for the future
Like most people, my family loves an international vacation . The opportunity to get our passports stamped together is quite a thrill—especially for my 7-year-old son. Even when we stay stateside , we
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LANSING, Michigan – Former Ambassador Bridget Brink has seen her share of tough fights over the past few years. She was the first woman to lead a U.S. diplomatic mission to an active combat zone as a
Few public figures have mastered political style quite like Barack Obama. Throughout his time in the public eye, the former president has established a fashion legacy rooted in classic American dressi
In a party line vote of 12-10, the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general on Wednesday; a full Senate vote is expected in the coming days. The vote prompted
Deidra “DJ Spinderella” Roper is one of the best in the world (and the best ever, honestly) at what she does. While she’s been known to rock crowds at festivals and arenas, her recent collaboration wi
When Marvel Studios announced that Mahershala Ali would take up the mantle of Blade at San Diego Comic-Con in 2019 , the reaction was immediate. Ali, who was already a two-time Academy Award winner, w
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In 1987, designer Willi Smith drew a series of colorful looks for Spider-Man character Mary Jane Watson in Marvel’s comic books, ranging from a wedding gown to cutout looks for a paper doll of the cha
As students across New Orleans prepare to head back to the classroom, they’ll be welcomed into the new school year by one of the country’s most recognizable HBCU graduates. Former Vice President Kamal
This article was adapted from an essay that first appeared in the essay collection America Unfinished: 250 Years of Law and Governance (MIT Press, 2026). *** We are on the cusp of some revolutionary n
Storm Reid has been acting since she was 9 years old, but a true creative rarely stops at one outlet. After spending much of her life on film and tv sets, the Atlanta native has reached a point where
The Supreme Court’s collection of art and objects associated with the justices includes a top hat worn by Justice Felix Frankfurter. The hat was made by the same company that “later crafted the wide-b
Democrats don’t need to copy the Republican playbook to win back young, male voters. The left has been winning elections with its own brand of joyful, responsible men. New domestic violence accusation
Four years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the fight over abortion access continues to rage. At least four states will ask voters in November to enact or repeal constitutional amendmen
Reproductive health clinics have been closing at alarming rates since the Supreme Court ended federal abortion protections in 2022. Every time a clinic closes, patients lose access to care, but that’s
Ralph Lauren is taking their commitment to American fashion down South. In the brand’s latest Artist in Residence collaboration, they’re turning their attention to the legendary quiltmakers of Gee’s B
Could it really be the Greatest Homecoming on Earth (GHOE)? Whether or not North Carolina A&T State University truly holds the GHOE title is still up for debate in some circles but the HBCU’s legendar
Sophie Cunningham’s recent comments on trans girls and women in sports have some in the WNBA upset.
Republican Rep. Max Miller is still running for reelection, even as leaders in his party wrestle with what it means to have a candidate accused of abusing his ex-wife and daughter. Emily Moreno filed
In 2023, Procter & Gamble acquired Mielle. Immediately after, the beauty community accused founder Monique Rodriguez of changing the formula of the viral Rosemary Mint Oil and even alleged hair loss a
Tracee Ellis Ross had plenty of supporters in the audience for her Broadway debut, including the women who helped make Girlfriends one of television’s most beloved comedies. Ross opened Every Brillian
In the ‘By Us Beauty’ series, our editors discuss the hottest Black-owned products in the beauty sphere that you should know about. In this iteration, we discuss our favorite Black-owned launches from
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The red van hands out food, water, clothes, first aid and free HIV tests. Locals recognize it across the Twin Cities: the van, nicknamed “Thrivey,” visits St. Paul on Mondays, drives up and down south
Zendaya has spent the better part of the last decade building one of the most impressive résumés in Hollywood. Now, another milestone is adding to that growing list of accomplishments. According to Fo
Just because summer is beginning to wind down doesn’t mean your wardrobe has to. Brandon Blackwood is making the case for one last vibrant style statement with the launch of Verano: Summer Brights, th
This is my first article for SCOTUSblog, and I want to explain why I have chosen the header Born Free and Equal for my column. The phrase is derived from the Declaration of Independence , whose 250th
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Plus, the mifepristone legal battle intensifies and abortion care returns to Missouri. Each week, Rewire News Group editors scour headlines nationwide—from lawsuits over abortion access to LGBTQ+ righ
