“I am terrified”: why one meaningful graduation speech is going viral
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Why this reporter’s reaction to Joe Biden’s victory is going viral
If you watch any video today, make it this one.
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Life
Unsolved Mysteries: Vol 2 is coming to Netflix in time for Halloween
The hit true crime series is back this autumn, and there’s an extra-special paranormal episode in the mix...
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People
Michelle Obama explains how the racial unrest in America is impacting her mental health
“Waking up to yet another story of a Black person being dehumanised, or hurt, or killed... is exhausting”
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People
Barack Obama shares moving tribute to civil rights leader John Lewis
The civil rights icon died on Friday 17 July.
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Anne Hathaway just used an iconic The Devil Wears Prada scene to make a case for face masks
“Face Masks. During a pandemic. Ground breaking.”
People
How a popular baby names website took a stand for #BlackLivesMatter
“Each of these names was somebody’s baby.”
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People
Leona Lewis’ story about her confrontation with a white store owner is a must-read
If you don’t think racism is a problem in the UK, you need to listen to what Leona Lewis has to say.
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People
Sophie Turner responds to those criticising her decision to attend anti-racism protest
“Justice will be done when society reflects our beliefs that we are all equal. Until then there should be no peace.”
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People
Mel B explains why it’s so hurtful when white people say they “don’t see colour”
In a revealing interview, the Spice Girls star has revealed what it’s like to be “the only brown girl in the room”.
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People
Serena Williams has a message for those who think she’s responsible for Alexis Ohanian’s resignation
The couple sat down during an Instagram Live to candidly discuss Alexis’ powerful decision to resign from Reddit.
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People
Ellen Pompeo wants to know why police are carrying machine guns at anti-racism protests
“At the Women’s March, there were no machine guns. At Pride marches, there were no machine guns. But the Black Lives Matter march? Machine guns everywhere.”
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“He will never see her grow up”: mother of George Floyd’s daughter gives moving speech
“He was good. No matter what anybody thinks, he was good.”
People
Clara Amfo’s powerful Radio 1 statement has gone viral – and we all need to listen to it
The presenter broke down as she told listeners how her mental health has been impacted by George Floyd’s murder at the hands of a white police officer.
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People
This is what Barack Obama would like us to do next
The former president of America has shared guidance on how to create change.
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People
Jameela Jamil is sick of celebrities “gaslighting” people over police brutality
“Until we see appropriate justice served to the MURDERING, abusive bad cops, I just don’t feel like hearing about the good cops.”
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People
Billie Eilish calls out “all lives matter” supporters in powerful Instagram post
The singer used her platform to raise awareness in the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder.
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People
Beyonce calls for change in a powerful video message – this is how you can help
The singer feels “broken and disgusted” by the George Floyd’s death.
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Life
Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu responds to Donald Trump’s censored tweets over Minneapolis riots
“How many more of these racist attacks must black people take for there to be change?”
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Netflix’s The Innocence Files powerfully flips the true crime genre on its head
“These stories expose difficult truths about the state of America’s deeply flawed criminal justice system.”
People
Yes, you’re damn right Stacey Abrams wants to be vice president
When asked about her dream to make it to The White House, the politician’s response was crystal clear.
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