The Trump administration and its allies used their power to silence late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel, who had been critical of them, by pressuring the FCC and corporations to take action against him, demonstrating the frightening speed with which democracy is slipping into authoritarianism.
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A Moonlit Celebration: Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s Gala Ushers in 125 Years of Music and Community
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming gala, led by co-chair Vanessa Cain and Chief Artistic Officer Katie McGuinness, will celebrate the orchestra’s 125th anniversary with a “Moonlit Garden” theme, featuring performances by violin virtuoso Leonidas Kavakos and a drag king tribute to Gladys Alberta Bentley, while raising funds for the DSO’s education initiatives.
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Step by Step: Cupid Reigns as the Line Dance King Hitmaker.Â
Cupid, the Line Dance King, has created a legacy of joy and unity with his six-time platinum hit, “Cupid Shuffle”, and continues to spread positive vibes through his music that moves people physically and emotionally.
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Dr. Frederick Haynes III Takes Medical Leave for Surgery and Recovery
Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, Senior Pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church, has announced he will be taking a temporary medical leave of absence for surgery and recovery, with Rev. David Malcolm McGruder overseeing pastoral duties in his absence.
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A New Vocabulary for Racial Healing
Esther Armah relocated to Accra, Ghana to tend oranges and practice emotional justice, which she defines as rejecting narratives that center whiteness and embracing wellness, love language, and honest conversation.
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Love, loss and the toll of caregiving
Keith Brown has been caring for his mother with Alzheimer’s since 2014, and has learned to navigate the journey with faith and family, while also highlighting the often-overlooked role of Black male caregivers and the need for respite care.
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World Afro Day: Hair Pride Goes Global
World Afro Day is attempting to set a Guinness World Record on September 15th to raise awareness about the beauty of natural hair textures and combat hair discrimination.
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Service and Sacrifice: Remembering Black Men in Uniform Lost on 9/11
The 9/11 Memorial & Museum commemorates the 2,983 people killed on 9/11, including 12 Black firefighters, with the help of artifacts donated by their families and the Vulcan Society, which continues to support the families and honor the legacy of those lost.
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The Quiet, Radical Work of Saving Black Family Histories
Black Storytelling Week is an event founded by journalist and cultural advocate Martina Abrahams Ilunga to help Black families record their oral histories and ensure their stories are not erased.
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Clipse Are The Most Important Musicians in 2025. This is Why.
Clipse brought their ‘Let God Sort Em Out’ Tour to The Bomb Factory in Dallas, accompanied by EARTHGANG, and put on an exceptional show for the capacity crowd, proving that their reunion was worth the wait.