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The Latest Breaking News from Coretta Scott King

Across US history, the AP has watched, chronicled and helped people understand a complex world

Precisely 180 years ago, a handful of New York news executives looking to save money on coverage had an idea

The Independent UK

Jesse Jackson took his humor seriously

In 1984, Jackson used "Saturday Night Live" to take a "last shot at America's mind" and faulty policies with jokes

Salon

Rev. Jamal Bryant: Jackson is "my blueprint" for Black churches in the Trump era

For centuries, the Black church has been more than a place of worship — it's been a headquarters for resistance.

Axios

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Trump is honoring these Black icons in quest "to restore the Nation"

The park will honor Jackie Robinson, Aretha Franklin and Coretta Scott King, amongst others.

Axios

OpenAI pauses AI-generated deepfakes of Martin Luther King Jr. on Sora 2 app after ‘disrespectful’ depictions

“For me, many of the AI depictions never rose to the level of free speech,” Bernice A. King wrote on X. “They were foolishness.”

Fortune

Belva Davis, a journalist who ‘opened doors for a generation’, dies aged 92

Friends and colleagues remember the first Black woman hired as a TV reporter on the west coast for her ‘courage, integrity, grace and humanity’

The Guardian - US

In Trump’s Push to Fire Fed Governor, a Curious Target

In seeking to oust Lisa Cook, President Trump attacks a likely ally on interest rates who happens to be the first Black woman in the job.

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Things to know about the release of federal documents related to MLK's assassination

Federal records related to the investigation into the assassination of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. have been released

The Independent UK

Federal judge hints at early release of MLK Jr assassination files following Trump’s order

The official narrative surrounding the killing of the civil rights icon has long been disputed by his family, inspiring decades of conspiracy theories speculating about what really happened on April 4, 1968

The Independent UK

‘He gave us a sense of pride’: Rev Al Sharpton on Malcolm X’s 100th birthday

Veteran activist reflects on Malcolm’s legacy and decades of progress now rolled back by Trump and ‘white supremacy on steroids’

The Guardian - US

Boston celebrates 1965 Freedom Rally led by MLK as advocates urge continued fight against injustice

Sixty years after the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. led a rally protesting housing discrimination and segregated schools in Boston, hundreds of people gathered at the same site to honor and reflect on the historic event

The Independent UK

Bernice King reflects on the Fair Housing Act, made law after her father's killing

Bernice King warns decades of work to reduce inequities in housing is at risk, as the Trump administration cuts funding for projects and tries to reduce funding for nonprofits that handle housing discrimination complaints

The Independent UK

‘The blue blues have never left us’: a new book examines the color’s spanning ties to Black culture

Imani Perry’s Black in Blues traces the ways blue is woven through Black history, from Miles Davis to Toni Morrison

The Guardian - US

Will Kash Patel be the next Hoover?

Trump's FBI pick could be a throwback to America's legendary secret policeman, who ran the FBI for nearly 50 years

Salon

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2. 5 Martin Luther King, Jr. movies to watch to honor the civil rights leader

American icon has inspired many a movie over the decades Martin Luther King, Jr.—here are five to watch to honor the civil rights leader

The Independent UK

The long battle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Millions across federal, state, and local governments, institutions, and industries now recognise the national holiday

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Honoring MLK Beyond A Day: King Center's Call

The King Center prepares for MLK Day with events promoting nonviolence and equality, urging year-round commitment to Dr. King's teachings.

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Jimmy Carter's Faith And Diplomacy: A Unique Legacy

Explore the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter, a man of faith and diplomacy, advocating for peace and equality.

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Salon

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter dies

Carter, the longest-lived president, died on Sunday in his hometown of Plains, Georgia

The Independent UK

David Oyelowo: ‘Like a lot of immigrants, my dad was all about work, work, work’

THE SATURDAY INTERVIEW: The Golden Globe-winning actor and star of ‘Selma’ is currently tearing up the National Theatre stage in ‘Coriolanus’. But it’s a rare trip back home for the British-Nigerian actor who made his name in ‘Spooks’ but was forced moved to America in 2007 because of his struggle…

Axios

King family praises Beyoncé for "reaffirming" country album

Martin Luther King III says Beyoncé's album hits him personally and his parents listened to country music.

Latin Times

INTERVIEW: Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr. Open Up About Playing Malcolm X and MLK in Nat Geo's 'Genius

Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr. discuss in an interview their fear about portraying Malcolm X and MLK in Nat Geo 'Genius', their touchstone for the characters, and what they hoped to achieve with the fourth season of "Genius"

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Jonathan Majors' sentencing postponed due to post-conviction motions by lawyers

Jonathan Majors' sentencing hearing has been delayed due to post-conviction motions filed by his lawyers.

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Kelvin Harrison Jr. praises Beyoncé as his Black History Month icon

Kelvin Harrison Jr. discusses his admiration for Beyoncé and his role as Martin Luther King Jr. in the new season of Genius. Learn more in this exclusive i...

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Nat Geo Does Double Take With ‘Genius: MLK/X’ (Content Spotlight Podcast)

Season 4 producers talk about their deep dive into the lives of civil-rights icons Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X

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