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Details: Written by EDDIE PELLS and PAT GRAHAM AP Sports Writers; Published: 02 August 2021

Raven Saunders, of United States, reacts during the woman's shot put final at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Sunday, Aug. 1, 2021, in Tokyo. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)

During the medals ceremony, Saunders stepped off the podium, lifted her arms above her head and formed an “X' with her wrists. Asked what that meant, she explained: ”It's the intersection of where all people who are oppressed meet."

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 29 July 2021

(Photo/NBA Africa via Instagram)

President Obama will have a minority equity stake in the new venture, which over time he intends to use to fund Obama Foundation youth and leadership programs across Africa.

Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 26 July 2021

Victor Varnado

Cartooning While Black gallery exhibit on display in New York City through August 5

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 16 July 2021

Actress Marla Gibbs is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 09 July 2021

(Photo/ Allyson Felix via Instagram)

Allyson Felix launched a new athletic footwear brand for women, proving to Nike executives that she knows exactly where her "place" is

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 09 July 2021

Here comes the bride!

Details: Written by MARYCLAIRE DALE Associated Press; Published: 30 June 2021

In this April 26, 2018 file photo, actor and comedian Bill Cosby departs the courthouse after he was found guilty in his sexual assault retrial, at the Montgomery County Courthouse in Norristown, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Pennsylvania’s highest court ruled that the prosecutor who brought the case was bound by his predecessor's agreement not to charge Cosby

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 25 June 2021

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The 11-year-old is already a pro on the scene, making her debut at the Bill Pickett Rodeo at just 5-years-old.

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 24 June 2021

(AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

Serena Williams is giving her daughter the game in a series of adorable viral videos

Details: Written by By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. AP Entertainment Writer; Published: 18 June 2021

(AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is an NBA legend, but the man known for his trademark skyhook shot has also devoted his life advocating for equality and social justice.

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