Black History |cThe Black Panther Party: Revolutionaries for Racial Justice Black History | The Black Panther Party: Revolutionaries for Racial Justice The Black Panther Party’s founding in 1966 was inspired by the prevalent issues of police brutality, poverty, and lack of access to healthcare faced by African Americans in Oakland, California. This challenging environment motivated…
Ukraine’s Military Leadership Transition: A Closer Look
News | Ukraine’s Military Leadership Transition: A Closer Look ; The recent leadership change in Ukraine’s military, including President Zelensky’s decision, Col. Gen. Oleksandr Syrskiy’s strategic vision, and Gen. Valeriy Zaluzhniy’s contributions, is summarized in this article, along with its implications on national security and international relations. The increased Russian attacks and tensions led to…
The Recruitment of Black Soldiers during the American Revolution
Black History | The Recruitment of Black Soldiers during the American Revolution Major General James Varnum’s pioneering suggestion to enlist both free and marginalized African Americans in the Continental Army, in order to address troop shortages, was a groundbreaking development in military tactics. Creating a standard for the inclusion of military personnel. Rhode Island reached…
The Craft of Writing | Science, Art, Craft by Randall ‘Jay’ Andrews
The Craft of Writing | Science, Art, Craft by Randall ‘Jay’ Andrews Writing is a science; it is an art; it is a craft. I have worked with writers over the years to improve the mechanical side. Invariably, I meet resistance from writers who have the belief that their voice is somehow changed by…
Amos ‘n’ Andy: Breaking Barriers and Perpetuating Stereotypes.
Black History | Amos ‘n Andy: Breaking Barriers and Perpetuating Stereotypes. “Amos ‘n’ Andy” is historically significant in American TV as it transitioned from a popular radio show to a groundbreaking television program with an all-African American cast. The ingenious creators of the show, Freeman Gosden and Charles Correll, captivated the nation with their…
Unplugged: The Alaska Airlines Doorplug Incident and Its Impact on the Aviation Industry
Essay | Unplugged: The Alaska Airlines Doorplug Incident and Its Impact on the Aviation Industry The Doorplug incident involving Alaska Airlines resulted from losing a door plug during a flight, which led to an emergency landing. The incident impacted Alaska Airlines’ 65 MAX 9 jets fleet, prompting the immediate grounding of the entire fleet and…
On This Day, President Abraham Lincoln signed the 13th Amendment by Irene Smalls
A Black Historian and author, Irene Smalls grew up in Harlem, where Double Dutch was her favorite game. She graduated from Cornell University with a B.A. in Black Studies and New York University with an M.B.A. She is the author of 15 books for children, including Kevin and his Dad. (published by Little, Brown). Irene…
Black History Began With a Love Story
A Black Historian and author, Irene Smalls grew up in Harlem, where Double Dutch was her favorite game. She graduated from Cornell University with a B.A. in Black Studies and New York University with an M.B.A. She is the author of 15 books for children, including Kevin and his Dad (published by Little, Brown). Irene…
The Resurgence of Syphilis
Essay | The Resurgence of Syphilis The major epidemic of syphilis in the United States during the 1950s, marked by numerous cases and severe health consequences, highlights its significant historical impact. In 2022, the United States witnessed a distressing resurgence of syphilis, with more than 207,000 diagnosed cases, reflecting a situation similar to the past….
The Future of Journalism Lies in Collaboration
Essay |cThe Future of Journalism Lies in Collaboration Collaborative journalism: Transforming news reporting through incorporating diverse perspectives, efficient resource-sharing, and countering misinformation with successful examples, including the Panama Papers and collaborations during the COVID-19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter protests. Collaborative Journalism: Transforming News Reporting As a growing practice in journalism, collaborative journalism has been…