Tierra Young Allen, a Houston woman, remains in custody in Dubai after being detained for screaming in public. KRIV-TV reports that Young Allen was first arrested in May after being involved in a car accident in Dubai. Young Allen is a popular social media influencer, who is known as Sassy Trucker. Young Allen’s friend was… Continue reading Houston Influencer Detained in Dubai for Yelling in Public
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New ‘#SayHerName’ Book Is a Memorial to Black Women Killed by Police
In her new book, Kimberlé Crenshaw is highlighting the stories of Black women and girls killed by police. The book is titled “#SayHerName: Black Women’s Stories of State Violence and Public Silence.” It honors a total of 177 Black women killed between 1975 and 2022. It specifically features nine stories told by the loved ones… Continue reading New ‘#SayHerName’ Book Is a Memorial to Black Women Killed by Police
Abduction Rate of Black Girls In Oakland on the Rise
The number of abducted young Black girls in Oakland is on the rise. Numerous Oakland-based institutions have “declared a state of emergency” for the alarming number of black girls abducted, according to Madamenoire. Oakland City Councilwoman, Treva Reid told KRON News that out of the 1500 missing persons in Oakland, 400 are Black women .… Continue reading Abduction Rate of Black Girls In Oakland on the Rise
How to Tap Into Your Inner Power
Pursuit of knowledge and the empowerment of others. Those are the principals Dr. LaNysha Tufuga Adams has dedicated her life to. The esteemed linguist has carved out her own niche in the world of education. Adams is the mastermind behind the award-winning education consultancy Edlinguist Solutions. There she has redefined the meaning of success, and… Continue reading How to Tap Into Your Inner Power
The Angel Reese Saga Shows (Yet Again) That Different Rules Apply To Black Women
Return to sender. That was Angel Reese’s reaction to an invitation to the White House from first lady Jill Biden. The gesture, often extended to national champions was unusual. Reese’s championship Louisiana State University basketball team wasn’t the only group on the guest list. In this case, LSU’s competitor, the Iowa Hawkeye’s, were also extended… Continue reading The Angel Reese Saga Shows (Yet Again) That Different Rules Apply To Black Women