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Unrecognisable Al Pacino Explains Why He Had To Put Sunglasses Back On At Tribeca Festival

Al Pacino's appearance at the Tribeca Festival for his film 'Killing Castro' drew attention due to his unrecognisable look, sparking mixed reactions online about ageing and public perception.

International Business Times UK

Quote of the day by Malcolm X: “Usually when people are sad, they don't do anything. They just cry over their condition. But when they get angry…”

There is a photograph of Malcolm X that often circulates in books and archives; him mid-speech, eyes sharp, body angled forward slightly as if the words are pulling him ahead of himself. It is not a posture of calm reflection. It is urgency captured in stillness.

The Times of India

Quote of the day by Malcolm X: 'The media's the most powerful entity on earth. They have the power to make the...' - inspiring lessons on media influence, public perception, bias and importance of thinking beyond headlines by African American civil rights leader

Quote of the day by Malcolm X: Malcolm X's powerful words highlight media's immense sway over public perception, capable of shaping views on innocence and guilt. His message, resonating today amidst instant global information, urges critical thinking. Understanding how narratives are framed is crucial for forming independent judgments in our…

The Economic Times

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Ghayasuddin Siddiqui obituary

Other lives: Co-founder of the Muslim Institute and Muslim Parliament of Great Britain who campaigned throughout his life for community empowerment

The Guardian - UK

In the 1979 hostage crisis, why did Iran free 10 Black Americans before the others?

Sgt James Hughes was one of the hostages released early. With US-Iran relations once again in the spotlight, he talks about being ‘handcuffed, under armed guard’

The Guardian - US

Young King: revealing book shines light on Martin Luther King Jr’s early days

Lerone Martin’s new book offers fascinating insight into the civil rights icon’s younger years

The Guardian - US

Denzel was robbed of an Oscar in this 1992 biopic — stream it and see for yourself

I'm watching one of Denzel Washington's 52 movies every week this year, and this week, I'm reviewing "Malcolm X," the 1992 biopic that should have won him an Oscar.

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26 Inspiring Movies To Watch For Black History Month

These are great movies to watch for Black History Month that inform, inspire, and ignite a thirst to see more stories like them.

Cinemablend

‘We create social cohesion’: the rise of the West Midlands’ Desi pubs

With sizzling mixed grills and bhangra playing, Desi pub owners are transforming places of exclusion into new community hubs

The Guardian - UK

Delroy Lindo: the Sinners Oscar nominee who could make Spike Lee’s secret British weapon rather less secret

Lining up for best supporting actor in the year’s most hotly-tipped film, the Lewisham-born actor has long been a favourite of the Malcolm X director and is poised for brighter limelight

The Guardian - UK

“Metal has always been a very tribal thing - some felt we were provocative merely for existing": The story of the Living Colour song that namechecked Stalin and Mussolini and inspired Tom Morello to form a band

Living Colour’s biggest hit was boosted by Mick Jagger, adopted by wrestling's CM Punk, and used to make a point by Jimmy Kimmel

Louder

‘You can’t drink Fanta. You have to smoke marijuana’: Fela Kuti’s artist recalls their wild collaborations

When the Afrobeat sensation first saw Lemi Ghariokwu’s work, he said, ‘Wow!’ Then he plied him with marijuana and asked him to design his album sleeves. The artist recalls their extraordinary partnership – and the day Kuti’s Lagos HQ burned

The Guardian - UK

I Had No Idea Lenny Kravitz And Denzel Washington Were So Bromantic, But This Exchange About Malcolm X Is Too Funny

Or as Denzel calls it, a "close brothership."

Cinemablend

OpenAI stops itself from generating 'disrespectful' Martin Luther King Jr. deepfakes, but this is the tip of the iceberg: 'Who gets protection from synthetic resurrection and who doesn't?'

"King's estate rightfully raised this with OpenAI, but many deceased individuals don't have well-known and well-resourced estates to represent them."

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The Guardian - US

Charlie Kirk’s shocking killing sets the stage for a dangerous federal crackdown

Maga leaders blame a mythically powerful left for political violence. Now, they are bent on destroying anyone who opposes them

Evening Standard

Oxford Union condemns incoming president’s comments about Charlie Kirk shooting

George Abaraonye posted several comments appearing to celebrate what happened in Utah.

The Independent UK

Oxford Union condemns president’s comments about Charlie Kirk shooting

George Abaraonye posted several comments appearing to celebrate the right-wing activist’s death

Cinemablend

Spike Lee Reveals Which Of His Movies ‘Total Strangers’ Still Approach Him About, And I'm Surprised But Delighted By The Flick

The sleeper Spike Lee joint fans bring up first.

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Spike Lee Says Denzel Washington Is The Greatest Actor Of His Time (And He Knows Scorsese Would Disagree)

Lee has an unending respect for the Highest 2 Lowest star.

The Guardian - UK

My cultural awakening: an Asian Dub Foundation song gave me the courage to take a stand against racism

The group’s campaigning single Free Satpal Ram, about a south Asian man jailed for murder after an alleged racist attack, led me to become an activist – with their lead singer as my mentor

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Spike Lee 'is the perfect person to direct a New York story'

Denzel Washington has heaped praise on Spike Lee, the director of Highest 2 Lowest.

Latin Times

Jazz Royalty Returns to Miami: Adrienne Arsht Center Announces 2025-26 JAZZ ROOTS Series with Miles Davis Tribute, Sheila E. and More

Kicking off in November 2025 and spanning five blockbuster performances through May 2026, this season in the Arsht Center bridges the golden era of jazz with modern innovation.

The Guardian - US

Malcolm-Jamal Warner was a TV big brother and an off-screen gentleman. He’ll be forever missed

The Cosby show actor died tragically in Costa Rica, leaving behind a game-changing legacy on TV and a wealth of respect in the real world

Evening Standard

The Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies by drowning aged 54

American actor Warner was on holiday with his family in Costa Rica

Reason

Principal's Race Discrimination Lawsuit Over "We Can Malcolm X Her" Allegations Can Go Forward

A bit of backstory, from a 2019 N.Y. Daily News story (by Michael Elsen-Rooney & Stephen Rex Brown): A white… The post Principal's Race Discrimination Lawsuit Over "We Can Malcolm X Her" Allegations Can Go Forward appeared first on Reason.com.

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