Can Black Students Benefit More from Homeschooling
By Independent Rob | Black Perspective News đź’ A Different Kind of Education Revolution For decades, many Black parents have trusted the public school system to educate their children —…
The Inspiring Journey of Darion and Varion Walton
From Humble Beginnings in Texas Darion and Varion Walton, identical twin brothers from Jewett, Texas, grew up in a low-income, single-parent household. Raised by their hardworking mother, Sophia, the brothers…
Today in Black History: The Birth of Barack Obama
On August 4, 1961, Barack Hussein Obama II was born in Honolulu, Hawaii.Obama would go on to make history as the 44th President of the United States. He served two…
1944 Philadelphia Transit Strike: When Racism Halted a City
In August 1944, Philadelphia was brought to a standstill—not by war, but by a battle over race and power. The Philadelphia Transit Strike, which lasted from August 1 to August…
Remembering The Day Slavery abolition in the British Empire
On August 1, 1834, the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 officially went into effect across the British Empire. This historic day is now commemorated as Emancipation Day. It marked the…
How Instacart Exploits Black and Brown Communities
The Harsh Reality: How Instacart Exploits Black and Brown Communities for Cheap Labor In recent years, gig economy platforms like Instacart have promoted themselves as flexible ways to earn money.…
Breaking the Silence: Addressing Mental Health in the Black Community
Mental health is a vital component of our overall well-being. However, for far too long, it has remained a taboo topic within the Black community. The result? Generations of unspoken…
Walter Payton: A Legacy of Greatness On and Off the Field
On July 25, 1954, Walter Payton was born in Columbia, Mississippi — a small-town boy who would grow up to become one of the greatest players in NFL history. Known…
Remembering The Young Life of Emmett Till On This Day
Remembering Emmett Till. On July 25, 1941, Emmett Louis Till was born in Chicago, Illinois. At just 14 years old, Emmett would become an enduring symbol of racial injustice in…