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By Maiysha Kai Twenty years after its inception and six months past its initial launch date, the International African American Museum (IAAM) will at last open this June in Charleston, S.C. According to a press release, the museum will officially open its doors to the public on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. “We’re excited to open IAAM’s doors and showcase the incredible...

The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Jan. 20, 2020, marks the 25th anniversary of the day of service that celebrates the Civil Rights leader’s life and legacy. Observed each year on the third Monday in January as “a day on, not a day off,” MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service...

By TheGrio Lifestyle The seafood restaurant chain has been facing challenges in generating profits with its current leases and labor costs and is seeking guidance from commercial law firm King & Spalding to explore restructuring options, People magazine reported. While sources claim Red Lobster is still undecided about whether or not to file for bankruptcy, the move would reportedly allow it...

By Jessica Kutz/Originally published by The 19th Jade Sasser, an associate professor of gender and sexuality studies at the University of California, Irvine, was already deep into researching her latest book, “Climate Anxiety and the Kid Question,” when she posed its central dilemma to her students: How were their feelings about climate change affecting their plans to have children? To her...

(Family Features) If you're among those looking for ways to clean your home while also going green, it may be easier than you think. Consider these easy and affordable solutions to help you live more environmentally friendly. You may be surprised to find you already have many of these household products on hand. Baking soda: A natural, safe, effective and gentle...

By Michigan State University Newswise — EAST LANSING, Mich. – For the first time in more than 200 years, two broods of cicadas – Brood XIX, known as the Great Southern Brood, and Brood XIII, known as the Northern Illinois Brood – will emerge from the ground simultaneously. Hannah Burrack, professor and chair of the Department of Entomology at Michigan State University, answers questions...

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado (April 17, 2024) – USA Basketball announced today the 2024 USA Basketball Men’s National Team, which will compete at the Olympic Games Paris 2024, set for July 26-Aug. 11, 2024. The team was selected by USA Basketball Men’s National Team managing director Grant Hill and approved by the USA Basketball Board of Directors. The team is highlighted...

Artist Faith Ringgold died on Saturday, April 13 at the age of 93. Ringgold is best known for her quiltwork that depicted the good, the bad, and the ugly of the African-American experience, and her award winning children's book, Tar Beach. Born in Harlem in 1930, she earned her B.S. and M.A. degrees in visual art from the City College...

PITTSBURGH—University of Pittsburgh Chris Bickell '97 Head Football Coach Pat Narduzzi and his staff have selected the 2024 winners of the Ed Conway Award, presented to the most improved players of spring drills. Sophomore guard BJ Williams is the offensive recipient, while redshirt freshman safety Cruce Brookins is the defensive honoree. Williams (Lawrenceville, Ga./Creekside) made immediate contributions as a freshman, playing in nine games and...

By David S. Rotenstein Imagine learning that the home where you grew up has a deed with language prohibiting Black people from buying or renting it. In Pittsburgh and other cities — even less than a century ago — developers and individual homeowners included restrictions like this one, which appeared in deeds for properties within Charette Homes, a Sewickley subdivision: “No...

By Gerren Keith Gaynor/Originally published by thegrio President Joe Biden announced Monday his highly anticipated Plan B for student loan debt cancellation nearly a year after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down his original program. The White House’s announcement asserts that the new plan will provide “significant relief” for Black and Latino borrowers. "We know there are big racial disparities in...

(Family Features) As one season gives way to another, fluctuating temperatures can lead to extreme weather that puts your personal safety and property at risk. Working ahead to anticipate potential problems and put preventive measures in place can give you peace of mind that you're prepared if disaster strikes. Create Communication Plans Communication is a vital aspect of severe weather planning....