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Are Black People the True Children of the Gods? Unpacking the Erasure of African History and Spirituality

For centuries, Black people have been at the center of an ongoing struggle for identity, history, and divinity. While modern society often portrays African descendants as the marginalized, the lost, and the struggling, there exists a deeper, more profound question: Could Black people be the original children of the gods? And if so, does that explain why European and American systems have worked so tirelessly to erase African history, culture, and spirituality?

The Power of Black Storytelling: A Cultural and Political Imperative

By Metro Record In the Black community, storytelling...

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The ‘silent killer’ behind strokes in the Black community

By Alexa Spencer, Word In Black As a medical doctor of over 30 years who focuses on African-American health, Dr. Gregory Hall doesn’t mess around when it comes to managing high...

The Power of Black Storytelling: A Cultural and Political Imperative

By Metro Record In the Black community, storytelling has always been more than an art...

Digital Dialogue Unveils New Perspectives on Ancient Africans and “Time Travel”

A recent online discussion between a user and an AI language model has sparked...

Atlanta-Based Vocalist Monique Curry Joins Springfield Indie Soul Festival 2025 Lineup

Springfield, MA — The Springfield Indie Soul Festival 2025 is thrilled to announce that...

Springfield Indie Soul Festival, A Celebration of Culture, Community & Indie Excellence

Get Ready to Groove: Springfield Indie Soul Festival 2025 Now Accepting Performers and Vendors! Springfield,...

Boys & Girls Club Family Center to Host Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner in Springfield

Springfield, MA – On Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, the Boys & Girls Club Family Center will welcome the...

Super CJ: A New Animated Series by @JustLikeMeTV Set to Make Waves on YouTube

Prepare for a viewing experience like no other! The animated series Super CJ, brought to life by @JustLikeMeTV, is on track to achieve an...

New Age of Heroes Comics Convention to Debut in Springfield, MA on November 9, 2024

Springfield, MA—A new and exciting event is set to make its mark in Springfield, Massachusetts, as the city prepares to host its first-ever community-based...

‘American Fiction’ asks who gets to decide Blackness

Anthony Stewart, Bucknell University https://narrations.ad-auris.com/widget/the-conversation-canada/american-fiction-asks-who-gets-to-decide-blackness The much-anticipated American Fiction comes to theatres this month. As a long-time scholar of Percival Everett, the author whose 2001...

How the manosphere found its way into the Black community

Steven Dashiell, Morgan State University In the summer of 2023, I read that YouTube had demonetized a podcast called “Fresh & Fit,” meaning that the...

Paying Slavery Reparations is Possible, Study of Federal Compensation Shows

Paying reparations for slavery is possible – based on a study of federal compensation to farmers, fishermen, coal miners, radiation victims and 70 other groups Linda...

15-Year-Old Black Teen Who Wants to Be Adopted Says She Loves to Accessorize

Nationwide — Meet Gabby, a 15-year-old high school sophomore from the Texas foster care system who is looking for her forever family. Despite facing some...

27-Year-Old Black Mom of 4 Makes History, Acquires Third Restaurant Franchise

Nationwide — Meet Aleeah Smith, a serial entrepreneur mom of four and a first-generation franchise owner. At 25, she started her journey in franchising becoming the...

When Does Asking Become an Accusation?

Nigerian author Chika Unigwe recently shared a story on Twitter about a time when she couldn’t find €100 that she had left on her...

The African-American community and Christianity

Is it time for another emancipation proclamation from Christianity for a community that has been oppressed by it for 200+ years? June 19th, also known...

FBN Holdings PLC Appoints Olusegun Alebiosu As Acting CEO

The board of directors of FirstBank Holdings Plc has appointed Olusegun Alebiosu as the acting chief executive officer of its flagship subsidiary, FirstBank of Nigeria Limited....

Ralph Yarl, a Missouri Teen Battle: Coping With Life After Wrong-door Shooting

Ralph Yarl, a spirited teenager from Missouri, battles every day to overcome the devastating incident of being shot due to mistaken identity. Despite the...

BWEL Introducing: Empowering Black Women Entrepreneurs

BWEL offers a transformative experience and invaluable resources to propel businesses and professional growth forward. Babson College’s Frank & Eileen™ Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership...

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Sip & Shop Event Supporting Christina’s House

Springfield Downtown, MA – April 23, 2024 - The Springfield Business Improvement District is thrilled to extend a warm invitation to all community members...

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