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Patrick Quinn, who helped popularize the Ice Bucket Challenge fundraising campaign, died on Sunday at the age of 37, according to an announcement from the ALS Association.

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Co-Creator Dies At 37

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Celebrities including Rihanna, Beyoncé and Lizzo are using their platforms this week to support Nigeria's growing #EndSARS movement, as news has spread of an increasing death toll during protests against police brutality According to Amnesty International, “At least 56 people have died across the country since the protest began, with about 38 killed on Tuesday alone.”

Rihanna, Beyoncé & Other Celebs Are Amplifying #EndSARS, The Nigerian Protests Against Police Brutality

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Rappers, poets, and other artists are creating their own rhythmic rhymes to call out President Trump’s many falsehoods through a national campaign called “45 Lies 2020.”

“45 Lies” Project: Rappers & Artists Lyrically Call Out Trump’s Falsehoods

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Actor Regina King advocated for Breonna Taylor, paid her respects to late Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and urged Americans to vote during her history-making Emmy acceptance speech on Sunday.

Regina King Urges Americans To Vote During Emmy Acceptance 

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The Los Angeles Lakers arrived for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series wearing what appeared to be the traditional “Make America Great Again” caps donned frequently by President Trump and his supporters — but these caps were stitched with a twist.

LeBron James, Lakers Wear MAGA-Like Hats Demanding Justice For Breonna Taylor 

Here’s how Asian Americans can help fight anti-Black racism.

How Asian Americans Can Help Fight Anti-Black Racism

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Civil Rights Veteran Rev. C.T. Vivian Dies At 95, And Tributes Pour In

Black Lives Matter protesters explain why they'll continue to fight for racial justice amid a global pandemic.

Black Lives Matter Protesters Continue Fight For Racial Justice Amid Global Pandemic

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The start of Pride Month has converged with both the coronavirus pandemic and the nationwide demonstrations protesting police brutality, sparked by the police killing of George Floyd.

Why Marsha P. Johnson Is Being Remembered During Pride — And Police Brutality Protests

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Thousands of pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong gathered on Wednesday in opposition of national security measures and a controversial national anthem bill that lawmakers are debating in the semi-autonomous city.

Pro-Democracy Crowds in Hong Kong Protest Proposed Measures By China

An ice cream shop in Hong Kong is serving tear gas flavored ice cream in support of the country’s pro-democracy movement, which is trying to regain momentum amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Associated Press (AP) reported.

Pro-Democracy Hong Kong Shop Serves “Tear Gas” Flavored Ice Cream

This grassroots organization fights Islamophobia with activism, art, and communal healing.

ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Co-Creator Dies At 37

Patrick Quinn, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2013, helped amplify the Ice Bucket Challenge fundraising campaign, which raised more than $220 million for research on the disease.

Rihanna, Beyoncé & Other Celebs Are Amplifying #EndSARS, The Nigerian Protests Against Police Brutality

At least 56 people have been killed in Nigeria in protests against police brutality, according to multiple outlets. Celebrities and individuals around the world are calling attention to the ongoing crisis.

“45 Lies” Project: Rappers & Artists Lyrically Call Out Trump’s Falsehoods

Artists including the Roots MC Black Thought, Talib Kweli, “Hamilton” star Daveed Diggs, and spoken word artist Sonya Renee Taylor have all contributed verses calling out the president’s many falsehoods.

Regina King Urges Americans To Vote During Emmy Acceptance

The actor accepted the award for outstanding lead actress while wearing a shirt that displayed Breonna Taylor’s face and the words “SAY HER NAME.”

LeBron James, Lakers Wear MAGA-Like Hats Demanding Justice For Breonna Taylor

The phrase “Make America Great Again” was still present on the hats, but the words “Great Again” were crossed out and replaced with “Arrest The Cops Who Killed Breonna Taylor.”

How Asian Americans Can Help Fight Anti-Black Racism

Here’s how Asian Americans can help fight anti-Black racism.

Civil Rights Veteran Rev. C.T. Vivian Dies At 95, And Tributes Pour In

The lifelong civil rights advocate who worked alongside Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., died at his Atlanta home on Friday.

Black Lives Matter Protesters Continue Fight For Racial Justice Amid Global Pandemic

Black Lives Matter protesters explain why they'll continue to fight for racial justice amid a global pandemic.

Why Marsha P. Johnson Is Being Remembered During Pride — And Police Brutality Protests

Though it is honored frequently during Pride festivities, Johnson’s legacy as a Black advocate for transgender rights, who fought against police brutality, is particularly pertinent amid the recent wave of protests across the country.

Pro-Democracy Crowds in Hong Kong Protest Proposed Measures By China

The renewed pro-democracy protests, against proposed national security measures and a controversial national anthem bill, led to hundreds or arrests.

Pro-Democracy Hong Kong Shop Serves “Tear Gas” Flavored Ice Cream

The pungent, peppery ice cream is supposed to be reminiscent of the tear gas authorities fired at pro-democracy demonstrators last year during the months-long series of protests.

Anti-Islamophobia Community Organization #VigilantLove Uses Arts For Healing

This grassroots organization fights Islamophobia with activism, art, and communal healing.