Airbnb host Tami Barker, from California, cancelled a guest’s booking on 17 February because the guest was Asian. Law clerk, Dyne Suh, had reserved the cabin in February for herself, her boyfriend and two friends, but was told by Barker minutes before their arrival that, “I wouldn’t rent it to u if u were the last person on earth,” she wrote in a text. “One word says it all. … [Read more...] about Should racists be forced to learn about other cultures?
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Stephen Lawrence killer David Norris suing government for prison assault
David Norris, one of Stephen Lawrence's killers, is suing the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) after he was allegedly attacked by a black inmate. Norris who is serving a life sentence for killing the 18-year-old student, is suing the MoJ for £10,000 claiming he was not suitably protected whilst he was serving time in Belmarsh prison. Norris was jailed along with fellow murderer, … [Read more...] about Stephen Lawrence killer David Norris suing government for prison assault
“These hoes ain’t loyal” preaches pastor Jamal Bryant
A while back I talked about the pastor who wanted his female congregation to attend church literally butt naked and I wondered at the mentality of his followers. Now we have Pastor Jamal Bryant upseting the interwebs when a brief video taken from his sermon did the rounds. In the 40 second clip the pastor quotes lyrics from a Chris Brown song stating: “These hoes ain’t … [Read more...] about “These hoes ain’t loyal” preaches pastor Jamal Bryant
Timing of Beyoncé’s Formation is marketing genius
I wasn’t going to comment on the release of Beyoncé’s video Formation on Saturday 6 February because there are already thousands of think pieces out there on the subject whether for or against. Then I realised that as someone who loves history it would be remiss of me not to mark the occasion and say a few words about Beyoncé’s marketing genius. By now you should have seen the … [Read more...] about Timing of Beyoncé’s Formation is marketing genius
5 things that will continue to divide black people in 2016
In life I try to avoid being around negative ignorant people who are too set in their ways to be enlightened. Sadly, I buck up on these people everyday on social media. I spent a lot of time observing these people but not engaging with them as I don’t have the patience. I learned a lot and from this I’ve compiled a list of 5 things that will continue to divide black people in … [Read more...] about 5 things that will continue to divide black people in 2016
Racist: What it is…
I can’t believe that a discussion on what a racist is still needs to be had in 2015. The meaning used to be clear cut but as more Black people speak out against injustice racists seek to muddy the waters by trying to change the meaning of racism and who can be racist. When that doesn’t work they try to come from the reverse racism angle. Normally I try not to get into a … [Read more...] about Racist: What it is…
Sandra Bland conspiracy: Anonymous release video calling out Texas police
Hacktivist group Anonymous has released a video where they claim to 'expose' Texas police over the death of Sandra Bland. The chilling voiceover, which has been digitally disguised, is calling out Texas State Troopers and the Waller County Sheriff's department for what it says are "lies". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0F-MhNLyDo They highlight conflicting reports of … [Read more...] about Sandra Bland conspiracy: Anonymous release video calling out Texas police
Jimmy Kimmel explains Minaj and Swift beef with emojis
During a week where another black American life was lost under dodgy police circumstances, Nikki Minaj and Taylor Swift got caught up in some Twitter beef (Tweef). The Tweef between the women inspired everyone from Ed Sheeran to Bruno Mars to Kim Kardashian to react, but no response was more shocking than that of Katy Perry, who accused frenemy Swift of being someone who … [Read more...] about Jimmy Kimmel explains Minaj and Swift beef with emojis
Zoe Kravitz was ‘too urban’ for The Dark Knight Rises
Zoë Kravitz was denied an audition for a small part in the critically acclaimed Christopher Nolan-directed The Dark Knight Rises. Why? I hear you ask. Because of the colour of her skin apparently. Zoë, the daughter of musician Lenny Kravitz and actress Lisa Bonet is featured on the front cover of for Nylon Magazine’s August 2015 issue. In an interview she revealed that she was … [Read more...] about Zoe Kravitz was ‘too urban’ for The Dark Knight Rises
Kanye and Kim on Time’s “100 Most Influential People” list
Time Magazine has released its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world and Kanye West sits in the number one spot. The list is comprised of a selection of people who are blazing a trail, be it in entertainment, politics or even fashion and music. Each person on the list is honoured by a written piece by other famous/influential people. West made the list … [Read more...] about Kanye and Kim on Time’s “100 Most Influential People” list