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Historic Black Churches Granted Millions In National Restoration Initiative
6+ day, 17+ hour ago (169+ words) Grants awarded through the program range from $50,000 to $500,000. Many historical institutions suffer maintenance challenges that often accompany historic buildings. Yet the declining spaces have long- In Harlem, Mount Morris Ascension Church received a $350,000 grant that church leaders say will support…...
Buju Banton’s Son Credits Faith And ‘Boom Bye Bye’ For Stopping Him From Being Gay
1+ week, 2+ day ago (512+ words) Buju Banton's son, Jahazeil Myrie, opened up about his sexuality and how his faith and father's music redirected him. Buju Banton's son,Jahazeil Myrie, says he "almost turned gay," but credits his faith and his father's controversial track'Boom Bye Bye…...
Morehouse Faces Backlash Over Plan To Honor Joseph Smith With Chapel Portrait Amid Slavery Debate
2+ week, 5+ day ago (400+ words) Smith founded Mormonism and the Latter Day Saint movement. An ongoing debate is taking place on the campus of Morehouse College as the Joseph Smith portrait is set to be displayed in the coming months." Smith founded Mormonism and the…...
This Ramadan, Here Are Ways Employers and Co-Workers Can Support Their Muslim Colleagues
2+ week, 6+ day ago (481+ words) These methods can help support Muslim workers as they abstain from food and drink during the day. As Ramadan has begun for Muslims around the world, employers should understand how this holy month may affect colleagues observing it and how…...
Iyanla Vanzant To Appear At 20th Annual Women Of Power Summit Raw And Unfiltered
3+ week, 5+ day ago (350+ words) Vanzant's presence at the 2026 summit aligns with the event's emphasis on personal accountability, executive leadership, and holistic success." The queen of motivational, spiritual, and provocative advice, Iyanla Vanzant, is set to appear at the 2026 Black Enterprise Women of Power Summit,…...
Kirk Franklin Urges Church Leaders To Speak Out Against ICE Raids
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (378+ words) Franklin called out church leaders silence by reminding them of what Jesus preached. Kirk Franklin is reminding church leaders what Jesus stood for in this current time of political strife. The Gospel music staple appeared on the Grammys red carpet…...
Rep. Jonathan Jackson Prays Trump "Do What Is Right" At Prayer Breakfast
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (393+ words) Rep. Jonathan Jackson gave a pointed prayer for Donald Trump during the National Prayer Breakfast while he stood in silence. On Feb. 5, Trump attended the long-running Washington D.C. event. Jackson took the opportunity to remind those in the room, specifically Trump,…...
Monks On National 'Walk For Peace' Tour Make Stop At Virginia HBCU To Rest
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (338+ words) The Buddhist monks chose the HBCU as their resting stop amid their powerful walk. As Buddhist Monks on their headline-making "Walk For Peace" reached Day 98 of their journey, the devout men made a rest stop at one particular HBCU. Over…...
'Minding Our Own Business—' A Spotlight On Diaspora Enterprise and Culture: Lu Smith
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (733+ words) O C H A S: Reclaiming The Divine Crown Through Lu Smith III's Artistic Lens In their place, he installs a visual vernacular rooted in regality, social intelligence, and what he calls "Black is-ness. "One thing I'm super-proud of is that…...
Pastor Michael Todd Calls Druski Skit Weapon 'Of Mass Distraction"
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (358+ words) "The thing that I was most taken aback by was how much frustration it created in people." Pastor Michael Todd is addressing being linked to Druski's recent skit poking fun at megachurch pastors, saying that while he found it "hilarious,…...