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The Black Hole Breakthroughs of 2024

December 30, 2024

The year 2024 brought astronomers some incredible finds about black holes. One discovery was a monster black hole that eats a sun's worth of gas and dust every day. Amazingly, this massive beast is visible to us from almost the beginning of time. Imagine this: scientists found two stars dancing aro

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Iran's Hidden Drinks: Uncovering the Black Market and Its Dangers

December 29, 2024

Even though Iran has strict rules against making, selling, or drinking alcohol, a secret market has been thriving. Many people are getting seriously hurt or even dying because these secret drink makers often don't follow safety rules. A group of researchers decided to find out why this black market

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Olivia Hussey: Remembering an Icon's Legacy

December 28, 2024

British-Argentine actor Olivia Hussey, famously known for playing Juliet in her teens, recently left us at the age of 73. Her passing was announced on social media by filmmaker Marc Huestis, who confirmed she died peacefully at home after a battle with cancer. Hussey was a widely recognized figure i

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Navigating HIV/AIDS: How UK Organizations Supported Black Gay Men

December 25, 2024

In the 1980s and 1990s, London faced a major health crisis—the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Black gay men (BGM) in Britain needed special care and understanding. Three key organizations stepped up: The Terrence Higgins Trust (THT), Blackliners, and The NAZ Project. Each had its unique approach. THT, though p

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Alcohol Use and Neighborhoods: What Matters Most for Black LGBTQ+ People?

December 21, 2024

Ever thought about what might influence how much alcohol you drink? A study in Chicago looked into this for Black sexually minoritized men and transgender women. They found that having more empty buildings around might make you drink more. Surprisingly, the number of places selling alcohol or how po

politics

Settlement Reached: Men Kicked Off Flight Speak Out

December 21, 2024

Three Black men, Alvin Jackson, Emmanuel Jean Joseph, and Xavier Veal, have settled a lawsuit against American Airlines after being ordered off a flight last year. The airline agreed to an "amicable resolution, " aiming to ensure a safe and inclusive travel experience for everyone. The incident occu

entertainment

Why Hollywood Struggles with African Representation

December 20, 2024

When Ryan Coogler's "Black Panther" hit the big screen, many were excited to see a film focused on African superheroes. As a Kenyan-American, the casting of diverse Black leads was promising, giving hope that Hollywood would finally recognize different African narratives. However, the movie failed i

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Giving Politics a Break: Why It's Okay to Step Back

December 19, 2024

After the 2023 election, a notable conversation emerged. Jamal Bryant, the senior pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia, had a unique message for the Black women in his congregation. His fiancée, now wife, Rev. Karri Turner, encouraged them to take a break from politic

science

Could Planets Orbit the Black Hole at Our Galaxy's Core?

December 19, 2024

Imagine this: a planet, just like Earth, but orbiting a supermassive black hole instead of the Sun. Sounds far-fetched, right? Well, scientists are now saying it might be possible. They've discovered a pair of stars near Sagittarius A, the black hole at the heart of the Milky Way. This discovery is

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Black Myth: Wukong vs Astro Bot: A CEO's Surprising Reaction

December 17, 2024

Imagine walking into a video game store and hearing the cheerful tune of Sony's Astro Bot. Now, picture a CEO who might not share the same enthusiasm. The Game Science CEO, responsible for the popular game Black Myth: Wukong, recently expressed his displeasure with the 2024 Video Game Awards on Weib