The storytelling power of quilting is being celebrated through the latest exhibition crafted by artist Bisa Butler. Titled The World Is Yours is Butler’s beautiful collection of quilts. The show is currently on display at Jeffrey Deitch in New York City through June 30. The large-scale quilts explore various stories about the Black community. The… Continue reading Bisa Butler’s New Exhibition Celebrates Black Storytelling Through Quilting
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IRS Admits Black Taxpayers More Likely To Be Audited, Sparks Questions for Black Women
The IRS has released updates on its internal investigation into its tax auditing practices. The agency revealed on Monday that Black taxpayers face a higher likelihood of being audited compared to other taxpayer groups. “[O]ur initial findings support the conclusion that Black taxpayers may be audited at higher rates than would be expected given their… Continue reading IRS Admits Black Taxpayers More Likely To Be Audited, Sparks Questions for Black Women
Summer Walker Reveals “Clear 2: Soft Life” Tracklist and Teaser Trailer for New EP
Summer Walker has dropped new details about her highly anticipated “Clear 2: Soft Life” EP — including the project’s tracklist. There has been speculation surrounding the project’s sound and if there would be any standout collaborations. But Walker silenced all the questions about her upcoming release when she dropped a video trailer on her Instagram page… Continue reading Summer Walker Reveals “Clear 2: Soft Life” Tracklist and Teaser Trailer for New EP
North Carolina Producer Debuts New Play About Black Women’s Hair
The stories of Black women’s hair are stepping into the spotlight in Charlotte, North Carolina. The new play, “The Glorious World of Crowns, Kinks and Curls,” will have it’s regional debut there. Written by Texas-born screenwriter and journalist Keli Geoff, the play details the joys of Black hair. It highlights the centuries-long fight Black women… Continue reading North Carolina Producer Debuts New Play About Black Women’s Hair