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ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Co-Creator Dies At 37

11/23/20

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

10/22/20

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

10/07/20

“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

09/21/20

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

08/19/20

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

07/21/20

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

07/17/20

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

06/24/20

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

06/02/20

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

05/27/20

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

05/19/20

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

05/19/20

Anti-Islamophobia Community Organization #VigilantLove Uses Arts For Healing

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