All articles tagged with #black history month
At a White House Black History Month ceremony, Trump invited Black supporters to defend his record, touting perceived minority gains and policies like opportunity zones, while paying respects to the late Rev. Jesse Jackson; the event showcased his effort to frame his presidency as beneficial to Black Americans even as national support among Black voters has cooled.
President Donald Trump hosted a White House Black History Month reception less than two weeks after posting a racist video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama, drawing bipartisan outrage while he and aides highlighted civil rights themes and speakers such as Alice Johnson and Ben Carson.
Shaboozey responded to criticism of his Grammys acceptance speech by saying his words about immigrants were not meant to dismiss Black Americans’ contributions; as a Black man and the son of Nigerian immigrants, he stated the moment honored his parents’ sacrifices and Black history. The piece notes that some critics felt Indigenous history and enslaved Black Americans were overlooked, and it highlights his follow-up message about continuing to lift up his community.
Shaboozey defended his Grammys speech thanking his immigrant parents, saying his line that "immigrants built this country" was not meant to dismiss Black or Native American contributions. He emphasized his Black identity and his Nigerian immigrant family, noting the moment aligns with Black History Month and marks a milestone as the first Black man to win Best Country Duo. He stressed the moment belongs to all of us, as other winners at the Grammys also addressed immigration issues.
Shaboozey addressed backlash to his Grammy speech by posting an open letter reaffirming that foundational Black Americans built the country, apologizing for how his "immigrants built this country" line came across, highlighting his Nigerian roots, and noting that his Best Country Duo/Group win belongs to Black history and its ongoing legacy.
Shaboozey clarified that his Grammys line ‘immigrants built this country’ was not meant to dismiss Black contributions, noting he is Black and the son of Nigerian immigrants. Winning Best Country Duo/Group for “Amen” with Jelly Roll—the first Black man to do so on Black History Month—the artist dedicated the award to the children of immigrants and to Black history, emphasizing his career is about lifting people up and honoring where he comes from, amid broader Grammys support for immigrant communities.
Apple introduces the Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop, a Pan-African color-themed Apple Watch band woven from recycled polyester yarn around ultrathin silicone threads; soft, textured, sweat- and water-resistant, designed by Black creatives, and linked to grants supporting global community programs. Available for 42mm and 46mm Apple Watches in sizes 0–12, it joins the existing Unity Bloom and Unity Rhythm bands.
Tesla canceled a last-minute order of 4,000 pies for Black History Month from a Black-owned bakery, leaving the business out of pocket. After the incident gained attention online, Elon Musk pledged to "make things good" with the bakery and subsequently paid $2,000 to cover the costs. The bakery owner had initially received an order for 2,000 pies, which was then doubled to 4,000, but the order was later canceled, leaving the business unable to recoup its expenses. The incident sparked a wave of community support for the bakery.
American support for aiding Ukraine has decreased over the past two years, with 45% of Americans now thinking the U.S. is spending too much money helping Ukraine. Meanwhile, Americans are split on the importance of Black History Month, and the U.S. Supreme Court's disapproval rating has remained high. Additionally, a survey found that Americans tend to make political decisions based on what is best for themselves individually, and a Pew Research Center study revealed that the majority of content on TikTok is posted by a minority of users.
Tesla placed a $16,000 order for 2,000 mini pies from a Black-owned bakery to celebrate Black History Month, then abruptly cancelled it, leaving the small business owner out of pocket and unable to recoup costs. Despite a miscommunication claim from Tesla, the bakery owner expressed her disappointment and highlighted the impact on her business, emphasizing the resilience required as a Black woman entrepreneur.
A Black-owned bakery, The Giving Pies, was left reeling after Tesla placed a large Black History Month pie order and then abruptly canceled it, leaving the bakery with incurred costs and no payment. The owner, Voahangy Rasetarinera, expressed her disappointment and frustration, stating that she had turned down other catering inquiries, purchased supplies, and prepared for a demanding production schedule to meet Tesla's order. Tesla did not immediately respond to requests for comment, and the bakery incurred a $2,000 cost due to the cancellation.
WGAL News 8 covers various topics in the Susquehanna Valley and Pennsylvania, including National Cancer Prevention Month, 'Broken Heart Syndrome' explained by a UPMC cardiologist, Millersville University's successful 'One Day Give' event, the role of Black History in Pennsylvania's education system, and new free medical shuttle services for veterans in Franklin County.
Parents in Miami-Dade County were asked to sign permission slips for their children to participate in a Black History Month activity, sparking confusion and concern. The school district clarified that the slips were required due to guest speakers participating in an education-related activity, in compliance with state law. This comes amid Florida's "parental rights" laws, including the "Stop WOKE Act," which has led to challenges in teaching about race and racism in schools. While the district emphasizes its support for teaching African American history, parents and officials are questioning the interpretation and implementation of the new rules, with some expressing concerns about the impact on students' education.
Halo Infinite's latest content update, Operation: Spirit of Fire, brings the iconic Mark IV Armor Core and new map Illusion, along with multi-use shoulder functionality and Covenant object palette for Forge mode. The new Waypoint Chronicle, "Hippocratica," is released, and players can celebrate Black History Month and Lunar New Year with special in-game rewards. The third year of Halo Infinite esports kicks off with the HCS Open Series and HCS Major Arlington 2024. Season Two of the Halo television series premieres, and Silver Team is deployed into Halo Infinite. The Community Update also features new content, including the Omega Team bundle in the Shop and upcoming novel "Halo: Epitaph" by Kelly Gay.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce dismisses claims that he created the fade, calling it "absolutely ridiculous" and criticizing The New York Times for wrongly crediting him with the hairstyle at the start of Black History Month. The Times faced backlash for whitewashing the style's origins in Black culture, with critics like Shannon Sharpe and Jemele Hill calling out the lack of cultural competency. Kelce emphasized that he didn't invent the fade and urged for proper credit to be given where it's due, while also making light of the situation.