Institute for New Economic Thinking
Black Women's 'Double Gap' in Wages
Black women are forfeiting $50 BILLION each year in the US due to the combined gender & racial wage gap. Michelle Holder discusses her recent paper, "The Double Gap and the Bottom Line: African American Women’s Wage Gap and Corporate...
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The Evolution of (Black) Beauty
Our perception and definition of beauty has morphed over time, so instead of trying to define everything we focused on three areas of the beauty industry: haircare, skincare, and makeup -- to show you just how far the industry has come....
PBS
Is the Rosa Parks Story True?
We all know Rosa Parks as the tired old lady on a bus who unknowingly sparked a civil rights firestorm by refusing to give up her seat in Montgomery, Alabama. But is that true? Not entirely. Rosa Parks was a radical, civil right activist...
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Harris campaign credits 'small-dollar donors' for massive fundraising haul
Vice President Kamala Harris took in millions in donations on Sunday, within hours of announcing her presidential candidacy. (Scripps News)
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Humza Yousaf urges Tories to return funding from Frank Hester
Scotland’s First Minister has urged the Conservatives to return funding from Frank Hester and “tell him where his money should go”.
Speaking at the London School of Economics (LSE), Humza Yousaf said the alleged comments from Mr Hester...
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Author Mikki Kendall Tells Newsy About Her New Book, 'Hood Feminism'
In her new book "Hood Feminism," author Mikki Kendall explores how mainstream feminism has left behind issues important to marginalized groups.
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Kamala Harris Makes History As Vice President-Elect
The daughter of Indian and Jamaican immigrants, Harris spoke often on the campaign trail against discrimination and inequality.
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Black Homeowners Are Getting Lower Appraisals Than White Neighbors
The home appraisal industry is one of the least diverse industries in the country, with over 96% of appraisers identifying as White.
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Military Changes Hair Standards To Be More Inclusive For Minorities
Women in the Army or Air Force can have shaved heads, ponytails and braids after the military admitted old rules discriminated against Black women.
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The Oscars' Fixation On Black Trauma Is An Issue Of Diversity
In the history of the Oscars, the majority of nominations for Black writers and filmmakers have gone to movies about racism.
Bloomberg
Grassroots Activities are Political But Economic As Well: Banks
Apr.21 -- Dr. Nina Banks, an economics professor at Bucknell University and President of the National Economic Association, joins to discuss her research on the uncounted and unpaid community activism work by Black and marginalized...
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Understanding Maternal Mortality Risks For Black Women
Why do pregnant Black women face such a high risk?
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Black Americans and Women Fueling Continuing Surge in Gun Sales
Gun shops are seeing a spike in sales among black people and women due to rising crime in cities across America.
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Newsy's Latest Headlines
Impeachment hearings; President Trump to meet with Russia's Foreign Minister; Miss Universe, Miss USA, Miss Teen USA, Miss America are all black women
Bloomberg
A Mission to Magnify Black Women's Voices in White Spaces
Jun.10 -- Endeavor chief marketing officer Bozoma Saint John and alice + olivia founder Stacey Bendet join Bloomberg's Caroline Hyde to discuss the campaign #ShareTheMicNow. The mission of the campaign is to magnify black women's voices...
Bloomberg
Women Are Dropping Out Of The Workforce
Oct.05 -- Rachel Thomas, CEO of Lean In spoke with Emily Chang on the foundation's latest report highlighting what some are calling a "Female Recession."
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Black Female WWII Unit May Receive Congressional Medal
The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion was credited with solving a growing mail crisis during its stint in England.
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In Emotional Goodbye To 'Daily Show,' Trevor Noah Thanks Black Women
In his final episode as host of "The Daily Show," Noah thanked the women who raised him and the Black women in America who he says educated him.
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Pastor stands firm after Aretha Franklin's funeral criticism
STORYLINE: PASTOR STANDS FIRM AFTER ARETHA FRANKLIN'S FUNERAL CRITICISM
The Recount
Top 5 Clips of August 3rd
New York City will now require proof of vaccination for indoor activities. The Miami Beach mayor slams Gov. Ron DeSantis for spreading misinformation to further his political career. And Gov. Andrew Cuomo shares a bizarre montage of him...
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Stars honoured at Black Girls Rock Awards
Newark, New Jersey, 5 August 2017
1. Arrival of Taraji P. Henson
2. SOUNDBITE: (English) Taraji P. Henson, host:
"For me it is just a beautiful night of celebration. Black women are so often...
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Cory Booker meets black men in South Carolina
Democratic presidential contender Cory Booker on Monday met with black men in South Carolina, some of whom say they've felt overlooked during a focus on the voting impact of the state's black women.
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Protesters gather for second night of protests in Louisville
Protesters gather by a makeshift memorial for Breonna Taylor in downtown Louisville for a second night of demonstrations, the night after two police officers were shot as angry protests rippled across the United States following the...
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CLEAN : Hundreds march in Boston to protest Breonna Taylor's case
Hundreds march in Boston, Massachusetts on the third straight night of nationwide demonstrations against the lack of criminal charges in the police killing of Breonna Taylor (Footage by AFPTV via Getty Images)