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Black History Month theme celebrates the role of Black labor in building the nation through industry or community work.Black history month aims to pay tribute to African Americans, and is a chance to educate the public about championing and cheering on members of the Black community.
KTVU is highlighting some amazing Bay Area youth during February, from poets to weightlifters. The San Francisco Public Library kicks off more than a month's worth of Black History Month programming starting with the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Up first, a look at Black horror and its healing powers. A non-profit group in Oakland says it's focused on building a movement. Legal Services for Prisoners with Children says it organizes communities impacted by the criminal justice system and is fighting for the human and civil rights of incarcerated people and their families.Local vegan chef Tamearra Dyson is writing the next chapter in her remarkable culinary career after a significant setback. This week, she held a pop-up event in the kitchen at the Berkeley Bowl West Supermarket, serving up Vegan Po'Boys and Cajun Fries among some of her other signature dishes. The two-day pop-up is part of an effort to relaunch her beloved Oakland restaurant Souley Vegan, which was forced to close late last year after the business struggled to bring in customers during the pandemic. Souley Vegan was one of the Bay Area's first vegan soul food restaurants in 2009 and now Chef Dyson is planning to reopen the restaurant in a new location. KTVU's Alex Savidge is joined live in studio by Chef Dyson for more on her big comeback.
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Apple Celebrates Black History Month with New Black Unity CollectionApple has launched a new Black Unity Collection to honor Black culture and community during Black History Month. The collection features a special-edition Apple Watch band, a matching watch face, and iPhone and iPad wallpapers, all inspired by the 'rhythm of humanity'. In addition to the new products, Apple is supporting several global organizations focused on rhythm, creativity, and community.
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Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and mythsBlack History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture and education, kicks off on Feb. 1.
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Pentagon agency pauses celebrations for MLK Jr. Day, Black History Month, Pride Month, and moreThe Defense Department’s intelligence agency has paused observances of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Pride Month, Holocaust Days of Remembrance and other cultural or historical annual events in response to President Donald Trump’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the federal workplace.
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Trump Recognizes Black History Month Amidst Defense Department's 'Identity Month' BanPresident Trump issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month, while the Defense Department declared an end to official recognition of 'identity months,' including Black History Month. This move comes amidst Trump's broader efforts to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the federal government.
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Black Publisher Receives Prestigious Award, Celebrating Black History MonthA Black publisher receives a distinguished award, marking a historic moment for Black representation in the industry. The piece also delves into the legacy of Carter G. Woodson and the origins of Black History Month.
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Cleveland History Center to showcase rare R&B artifacts, memorabilia for Black History MonthEvent will include stage outfits worn by Aretha Franklin, Dionne Warwick and the O'Jays, plus historical photographs from the legendary nightclub Leo's Casino.
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