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70th Emmy Awards - Creative Perspective

Michael Che Dragged For Alleged 'Simone Biles Jokes'

SNL star and comedian Michael Che allegedly posted since-deleted comments to his Instagram Stories about making "Simone Biles jokes" that…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
07.30.21
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Simone Biles Extends Break From Olympics, For Now

Simone Biles has attempted to clear up any confusion about the reason why she withdrew from the women's gymnastics team…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
07.28.21
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Black Americans' Most Iconic Moments In The Olympics

From Tommie Smith and John Carlos' Black Power salute to Gabby Douglas becoming the first African American to win an…
by NewsOne Staff
07.23.21
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Haitian Ex-US Taekwondo Star Blocked From Tokyo Olympics

Aliyah Shipman, a teenage star Taekwondo fighter who used to compete with Team USA, says she is being blocked from…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
07.19.21
2020 U.S. Olympic Track & Field Team Trials - Day 2

Thousands Sign Petition To Support Sha'Carri Richardson

The Olympics hasn't even started yet, and its anti-blackness is on full display.
by Anoa Changa
07.04.21
2020 U.S. Olympic Track & Field Team Trials - Day 2

Sha'Carri Richardson Speaks Out After Olympic Suspension

The triumphant track star who won over hearts with her poise and athletic ability has been suspended from the Olympic…
by Charise Frazier
07.02.21
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