Only known handwritten final draft of MLK Jr’s I Have A Dream speech to be auctioned The document is expected to fetch more than $10m and the proceeds will be donated to several charities The Guardian - US · Nov 9
Martin Luther King Jr’s Atlanta birthplace offers free tours to visitors now Martin Luther King Jr birth home, Atlanta, the two-storey house at 501 Auburn Avenue is where the civil rights leader was born on 15 January 1929 and lived for the first twelve years of his life. It stands in the residential section of Sweet Auburn, the centre of Black Atlanta.… The Times of India · Nov 9
Jon Stewart walks off 'The Daily Show' set after Trump spends election eve rambling about a pool IN FULL The Independent UK · Nov 3
'Si, se puede': US civil rights icon Dolores Huerta dies at 96 Influential US labour union co-founder, feminist, and civil rights icon Dolores Huerta died on Wednesday in Bakersfield, California, her family said. Credited with coining the enduring "Si, se puede!" rallying cry later adapted by former US president Barack Obama, Huerta continued her activism on race, poverty, LGBTQ and women's rights… France 24 · Oct 28
Georgia on Democrats’ minds: Powering up the Black vote to counter Trump's meddling President Donald Trump's push to redistrict congressional maps and a Georgia state election law disproportionately affecting African Americans are aimed at diluting the power of the Black vote. Six decades after Atlanta was at the heart of the civil rights movement that granted Blacks in the southern states the right… France 24 · Oct 22
Louisiana’s historic Lincoln Theater set to reopen after years of restoration Baton Rouge’s historic Lincoln Theater is finally ready to welcome the public again. First opened in 1949, the landmark hosted legendary Black performers during segregation and became an important meeting place during the 1953 Baton Rouge bus boycott. After more than a decade of restoration work and a $4 million… The Times of India · Oct 21
In 1967, Martin Luther King Jr. preached at Shiloh Baptist Church; now it has a $750,000 grant Shiloh Baptist Church in Cleveland has secured a $750,000 grant to enhance its historic building. The funding aims to improve accessibility and support ongoing community services. Planned repairs include restoring the portico and addressing water damage throughout the church. This grant connects the church's rich history in civil rights activism… The Times of India · Oct 12
‘When you look at the numbers, we win’: the prophetic Texas pastor poised to take Jasmine Crockett’s House seat Rev Dr Frederick Douglass Haynes III is reclaiming a faith-based politics to counter Trump-allied white evangelicals The Guardian - US · Oct 11
James Baldwin arrived in France with $40 and later bought a historic home When James Baldwin arrived in Paris on November 11, 1948, he was 24 years old and had just $40 in his pocket. He had left the United States amid the racism and homophobia that had shaped much of his early life, hoping to find enough distance to write and understand… The Times of India · Sep 19
Powerful motivational quote of the day by Martin Luther King Jr.: ‘We must accept our unwanted and unfortunate circumstance and yet...’ — How can we keep hope alive when life falls short? Life lessons from an inspiring quote on acceptance, resilience, and personal growth Today's quote of the day by Martin Luther King Jr. is about facing disappointments without letting them take away our hope. His words feel relevant when plans fall apart, relationships become difficult, or life takes an unexpected turn. The quote offers a quieter way to think about acceptance, resilience, perspective… The Economic Times · Sep 16
Quote of the day by Maya Angelou: 'If you have only one smile in you, give it to the people you love.' Life lessons from inspirational quote on kindness, sincerity, warmth and authenticity Quote of the day by Maya Angelou asks people to give their kindness and warmth to those closest to them. The saying focuses on sincerity, family, friendship and emotional energy. It says people should not appear polite to strangers while being harsh at home. Maya Angelou’s words also remind readers… The Economic Times · Sep 13
Across US history, the AP has watched, chronicled and helped people understand a complex world Precisely 180 years ago, a handful of New York news executives looking to save money on coverage had an idea The Independent UK · Sep 3
Washington march echoes Martin Luther King Jr. in new voting rights fight Thousands will march in Washington on Friday to defend voting rights. This event, "March on Washington 2026," aims to protect democracy's foundation. Organizers cite the Supreme Court's weakening of the Voting Rights Act as a concern. Leaders emphasize that the fight for equality remains unfinished for all generations. The march… The Economic Times · Aug 28
Birmingham church bombing wasn’t an isolated act of terrorism – there were dozens of attacks on Black houses of worship during the Civil Rights Movement Sept. 15 marks the anniversary of an infamous terror attack: the 1963 bombing of 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. On that Sunday morning, members of the Ku Klux Klan, a white supremacist group, planted dynamite on the east side of the brown brick building. The Conversation · Aug 19
The Times of India · Aug 14 Quote of the day by Martin Luther King Jr: 'There is some good in the worst of us and some evil in the best of us. When we discover this, we are less prone to hate our enemies' Martin Luther King Jr. eloquently illustrates the dual nature of humanity and our collective imperfections. By acknowledging our flaws, we foster empathy, which diminishes hostility and paves the way for productive conflict resolution. This understanding of shared vulnerabilities encourages dialogue and reconciliation, transforming resentment into compassion and commitment to understanding…
The Economic Times · Aug 11 Quote of the Day by Martin Luther King Jr.: “One day we will learn that the heart can never be totally right if the...” — Inspiring life lessons from a powerful quote by the Nobel Peace Prize-winning civil rights leader on wisdom, compassion, emotional intelligence, leadership, courage, and inner balance Today's quote of the day by Martin Luther King Jr.: The famous quote by Martin Luther King Jr., “One day we will learn that the heart can never be totally right when the head is totally wrong,” offers a simple but powerful idea: intelligence without goodness can lead us in…
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Tom’s Guide · Aug 8 Netflix is adding 56 movies in August 2026 — here are the 5 with the highest scores on Rotten Tomatoes (all rated at least 91% or higher) Netflix has confirmed it will add more than 50 movies this month, and I've ranked the 5 with the highest Rotten Tomatoes scores.
The Times of India · Aug 1 Quote of the day by Martin Luther King Jr.: "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only ..." Few quotes have stood the test of time as powerfully as Martin Luther King Jr.'s words: "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." Spoken during one of the most turbulent periods in American history, the quote continues…
The Times of India · Jul 30 Quote of the day by Leo Tolstoy: 'Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself' and why almost every moral crusade ends up falling apart According to Leo Tolstoy, true societal change begins with personal evolution. He asserted that individuals must first address their own imperfections. This mindset has significantly shaped leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. However, in our contemporary society, there is a trend toward prioritizing external grievances over internal…
The Independent UK · Jul 27 Betye Saar, groundbreaking artist who redefined Black American art, dies at 99 Artist Betye Saar, whose work explored Black identity, culture and spirituality has died in Los Angeles
The Economic Times · Jul 27 Quote of the day by Jesse Jackson: 'A man who cannot be enticed by money or intimidated by the threat of jail or death has...' - American civil rights activist's inspirational quote teaches life lessons on self-control, courage, mental strength and how to stay true to yourself Quote of the day by Jesse Jackson: Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson spoke about resisting money and fear. He believed these forces could control people's decisions and actions. Jackson's life demonstrated courage and a commitment to principles. He was a prominent figure in the American civil rights movement.
Salon · Jul 27 Fighting Marco Rubio's enemies list The FBI's targeting of civil rights activist Lillian Smith provides lessons for solidarity and resistance
The Economic Times · Jul 23 A life lesson people often learn too late by Martin Luther King Jr: 'We are not makers of history. We are made by...' - inspiring quote by Nobel Peace Prize-winner explains how the past shapes our future and importance of history, identity and the choices we make Life lesson by Martin Luther King Jr: Martin Luther King Jr. taught that history shapes our lives profoundly. Our families and communities influence our thoughts and actions significantly. Recognizing these past influences offers a clearer understanding of ourselves. King was a pivotal leader in the fight against racial segregation.
Texas Observer · Jul 22 ‘Where Do We Go from Here’: Forward or Backward? In our nation’s civil rights fight, we seem to be losing the hard-fought progress for which so many bled and died.