Tag: Representation
Simone Biles Expresses Love for Her ‘Black Job’ on Social Media
Simone Biles recently took to social media to express her love for her 'Black job' after securing her sixth gold medal and ninth overall medal in the women's all-around gymnastics competition at the Olympics....
Indian Americans Rising in Political Influence: Usha Vance’s Profile Soars
Indian Americans are making significant strides in the political arena, establishing themselves as a powerful and influential group within the Asian American community. One such individual who has recently garnered attention is Usha Vance,...
Decoding Usha Vance’s Analysis of Trump Women’s Iconography
Usha Vance, the wife of J.D. Vance, the newly nominated vice-presidential candidate, made a notable appearance at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Unlike the typical image of women in Trump's inner circle, Usha...
Challenges for Sykes in Ohio as Black Democrats Fight to Maintain White Districts
Representative Emilia Sykes, a Black Democrat in Congress, is facing challenges in Ohio as she fights to maintain her seat in a predominantly white district. She is one of the few Black Democrats in...
Rep. Ritchie Torres Criticizes NY Times Bias for Excluding Him from Anti-Israel Critic Story
Rep. Ritchie Torres, a Democrat from New York, recently criticized The New York Times for what he perceived as bias in a report that mainly focused on his pro-Israel stance without interviewing him for...
Marsha Blackburn Mocks Article on GOP Women: ‘I Laughed All the Way Through’
Senator Marsha Blackburn from Tennessee recently criticized a New York Magazine article that targeted conservative women, stating that she found the article amusing and believes it is evidence that liberals want to eliminate gender...
Decline in Diverse Casting: Samba TV Study Reveals Alarming Trend
Non-white leads in the top TV shows are on the decline, according to a recent study by Samba TV. The study used automatic content recognition (ACR) technology to analyze the 25 highest-reaching streaming and...
‘PTP Pink Paper’ casts critical eye on LGBTQ2S+ representation in movies, TV, streaming, video...
LGBTQ2S+ Representation in Canadian MediaA recent report titled ‘PTP Pink Paper’ sheds light on the state of LGBTQ2S+ representation in Canadian media, emphasizing the need for more inclusive storytelling in movies, TV, streaming, and...
‘Young and the Restless’ alum, activist Tonya Williams continues to fight for equity, diversity...
Activist Tonya Williams Recognized for Advocacy in Canadian Entertainment IndustryFor many, Tonya Williams is best known for her role as Dr. Olivia Barber Winters on the popular soap opera The Young and The Restless....
Arab Israeli athlete qualifies for Olympics – ISRAEL21c
Historic Moment: Arab Israeli Swimmer Qualifies for 2024 OlympicsSwimmer Adam Maraana recently made headlines as he became the first Arab Israeli athlete in 48 years to secure a spot to represent Israel at the...
On This Day, June 9: Laverne Cox is first transgender person on cover of...
Historical Events on June 9On this day in history:
In 1534, French navigator Jacques Cartier became the first European explorer to discover the St. Lawrence River in present-day Quebec.In 1898, Britain leased Hong Kong from...
Jeffery “B-Boy Jeffro” Louis on Taking Breaking to the Olympics
Breaking into the Olympics: Jeffery Louis Makes HistoryThe 2024 Paris Summer Olympics is set to make history by including breaking as an official sport for the first time. Breaking, a dance style that originated...
‘3 Body Problem’ Proves Why TV Needs More Women in STEM
'3 Body Problem' Showcases Importance of Female Representation in STEMWhile the entertainment industry has featured numerous male scientists, technicians, engineers, and mathematicians (STEM), female representation in these roles has been lacking. However, Netflix's "3...
Sandra Oh ‘Spoke Up’ on Behalf of Hoa Xuande on Set of The Sympathizer:...
Sandra Oh Supports Hoa Xuande on Set of The SympathizerHoa Xuande, the Australian actor nominated for a Gotham TV Award for his role in the HBO series "The Sympathizer," shared his experience of working...
Chappell Roan Turned Down White House Offer to Perform at Pride Event
Chappell Roan Declines White House Offer to Perform at Pride EventFast-rising singer Chappell Roan made headlines during her recent performance at New York's Governors Ball festival when she revealed that she turned down an...
Charlize Theron shows some leg at Critics’ Choice LGBTQ celebration
Charlize Theron steals the spotlight at Critics' Choice LGBTQ celebrationCharlize Theron made a stunning appearance at the Critics' Choice Association's inaugural Celebration of LGBTQ Cinema & Television in Los Angeles. The Academy Award winner,...
Your Voice, Your Vote: What Scots want from the election
Your Voice, Your Vote: What Scots prioritize in the upcoming electionAs the election day on 4 July draws near, BBC Scotland News has been actively engaging with voters to understand their concerns and priorities....
George Lucas Rejects Critics Who Think First Six Star Wars Films Are ‘All White...
Newsworthy Title: George Lucas Defends Diversity in Star Wars Films Against CriticsIntroduction:
George Lucas, the iconic filmmaker behind the Star Wars franchise, has responded to critics who claim that the first six films are lacking...
Primark supports LGBTQI+ Charities, launches inclusive fashion line
Primark Launches Inclusive Fashion Line in Support of LGBTQI+ CharitiesAs Pride celebrations begin, Primark has unveiled a new campaign centered around the message "Be Authentic, Be Proud, Be You." The campaign aims to showcase...
Priestman wants Canadian players to be themselves while pushing for Olympic spots
Priestman Encourages Canadian Players to Shine in Quest for Olympic SpotsMONTREAL — Bev Priestman, the coach of the Canadian women's national soccer team, is sending a clear message to her squad during the international...