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Atlanta Braves
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Coco Gauff proud to represent Americans that look like me' in French Open final triumph

Coco Gauff's French Open victory symbolizes hope for her supporters during challenging political times in the U.S.
#doctor-who
DC food
fromVulture
1 month ago

Doctor Who Recap: Last Night Was a Movie

The portrayal of race in Doctor Who has evolved from the 2007 episode to now, reflecting deeper societal issues.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'Doctor Who' is enlivened by its Black, openly queer star

Ncuti Gatwa's Doctor Who symbolizes important strides in diversity and inclusivity.
fromInverse
4 days ago
Washington Wizards

Ncuti Gatwa Made Me Excited to Start 'Doctor Who' - Until His Rushed Exit

DC food
fromVulture
1 month ago

Doctor Who Recap: Last Night Was a Movie

The portrayal of race in Doctor Who has evolved from the 2007 episode to now, reflecting deeper societal issues.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'Doctor Who' is enlivened by its Black, openly queer star

Ncuti Gatwa's Doctor Who symbolizes important strides in diversity and inclusivity.
fromInverse
4 days ago
Washington Wizards

Ncuti Gatwa Made Me Excited to Start 'Doctor Who' - Until His Rushed Exit

#diversity
Black Lives Matter
fromMadameNoire
1 week ago

The Times Square Statue Dares To Be An Ordinary Black Woman-And That's Exactly Why It's Under Attack [Op-Ed]

Grounded in the Stars challenges traditional representations of triumph through its depiction of a Black woman, but faced significant social backlash upon unveiling.
fromBustle
1 week ago
Social media marketing

Golloria, Jackie Aina, & More Creators Who Are Breaking Boundaries In Beauty

Video games
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

Intergalactic Star Reveals The Advice Neil Druckmann Gave Her About Facing Online Hate

Tati Gabrielle faces backlash for her role in Naughty Dog's 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet', highlighting issues of misogyny and racism against actors of color.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Cynthia Nixon reveals what she 'hated' about 'Sex and the City'

Cynthia Nixon critiques aspects of 'Sex and the City' for being outdated, especially regarding race and LGBTQ+ representation.
Black Lives Matter
fromMadameNoire
1 week ago

The Times Square Statue Dares To Be An Ordinary Black Woman-And That's Exactly Why It's Under Attack [Op-Ed]

Grounded in the Stars challenges traditional representations of triumph through its depiction of a Black woman, but faced significant social backlash upon unveiling.
Artificial intelligence
fromtime.com
1 day ago

When AI Erased My Disability

AI must embrace all aspects of identity, including disabilities, to reflect true diversity.
AI bias can lead to prejudiced outcomes when it ignores representation.
Personal experiences reveal the limitations of AI in accurately portraying individuals with disabilities.
Social media marketing
fromBustle
1 week ago

Golloria, Jackie Aina, & More Creators Who Are Breaking Boundaries In Beauty

The beauty industry is undergoing a transformation towards greater inclusivity, driven by influencers advocating for broader representation.
Representation in beauty has historically been limited, but changing consumer expectations are driving brands to be more inclusive.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

Intergalactic Star Reveals The Advice Neil Druckmann Gave Her About Facing Online Hate

Tati Gabrielle faces backlash for her role in Naughty Dog's 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet', highlighting issues of misogyny and racism against actors of color.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Cynthia Nixon reveals what she 'hated' about 'Sex and the City'

Cynthia Nixon critiques aspects of 'Sex and the City' for being outdated, especially regarding race and LGBTQ+ representation.
#art
Arts
fromColossal
4 weeks ago

Kandy G. Lopez Embroiders Striking, Life-Size Yarn Portraits Highlighting BIPOC Narratives

Kandy G. Lopez uses embroidery on mesh to celebrate Afro-Caribbean heritage and encourage dialogue on representation.
Black Lives Matter
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 day ago

Mario Moore's Beneath Our Feet Explores Legacy, Land, and Black Representation Through Art | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Mario Moore uses classical techniques to reshape representation in art, focusing on Black narratives and challenging historical norms.
Arts
fromColossal
4 weeks ago

Kandy G. Lopez Embroiders Striking, Life-Size Yarn Portraits Highlighting BIPOC Narratives

Kandy G. Lopez uses embroidery on mesh to celebrate Afro-Caribbean heritage and encourage dialogue on representation.
Black Lives Matter
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 day ago

Mario Moore's Beneath Our Feet Explores Legacy, Land, and Black Representation Through Art | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Mario Moore uses classical techniques to reshape representation in art, focusing on Black narratives and challenging historical norms.
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

10-year-old Girl's Rendition of 'Defying Gravity' Is Blowing People's Minds

You can tell she studied Cynthia's version of 'Defying Gravity.' This is why Black representation is so important. Look at what it inspires.
Parenting
#lgbtq
SF LGBT
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Comedy Writer Harper Steele, Longtime Friend and Documentary Partner of Will Ferrell, Named SF Pride Grand Marshal

Harper Steele appointed Celebrity Grand Marshal of San Francisco Pride, symbolizing representation in media and the importance of celebrating trans experiences.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Gay Senate candidate Chris Pappas: The government shouldn't limit trans people's health care

Rep. Chris Pappas aims for New Hampshire's Senate seat, focusing on community representation rather than personal historic achievements.
SF LGBT
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Comedy Writer Harper Steele, Longtime Friend and Documentary Partner of Will Ferrell, Named SF Pride Grand Marshal

Harper Steele appointed Celebrity Grand Marshal of San Francisco Pride, symbolizing representation in media and the importance of celebrating trans experiences.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Gay Senate candidate Chris Pappas: The government shouldn't limit trans people's health care

Rep. Chris Pappas aims for New Hampshire's Senate seat, focusing on community representation rather than personal historic achievements.
#theater
#judiciary
Social justice
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 days ago

A First, not a last: Brooklyn judge marks milestone in Asian American representation

Judge Rena Malik's election marks the beginning of increased Asian representation in Brooklyn's judiciary, emphasizing resilience and future leadership.
Social justice
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 days ago

A First, not a last: Brooklyn judge marks milestone in Asian American representation

Judge Rena Malik's election marks the beginning of increased Asian representation in Brooklyn's judiciary, emphasizing resilience and future leadership.
#mental-health
Video games
fromPolygon
4 days ago

Webcomic phenom Let's Play is getting an anime - a dream come true for American creator Mongie

Leeanne M. Krecic's webcomic 'Let's Play' is being adapted into an anime by Crunchyroll, marking a significant achievement for representation in the industry.
Video games
fromPolygon
4 days ago

Webcomic phenom Let's Play is getting an anime - a dream come true for American creator Mongie

Leeanne M. Krecic's webcomic 'Let's Play' is being adapted into an anime by Crunchyroll, marking a significant achievement for representation in the industry.
#historical-figures
fromMedium
3 weeks ago
Graphic design

Whitewashing on Mexican banknotes?

Historical portrayals of figures like Sor Juana and Benito Juárez reveal biases in beauty standards that exclude Indigenous representation.
#gender-equality
#youth-sports
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
Major League Baseball

Prep talk: As MLB tries to increase Black players, St. John Bosco has positive news

Increased visibility of Black players in baseball is highlighted by St. John Bosco's success, with five Black starters in their championship run.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Japanese soccer players forming connections with L.A.'s Japanese American community

Saki Watanabe highlights the growing representation of Japanese players in soccer, inspiring a new generation of athletes.
Major League Baseball
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Prep talk: As MLB tries to increase Black players, St. John Bosco has positive news

Increased visibility of Black players in baseball is highlighted by St. John Bosco's success, with five Black starters in their championship run.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

There's something about Mary, Queen of Stops

The legacy I want to leave is leaving the game in a better place.
Women in technology
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
1 week ago

Meet BIEN, the motion studio championing inclusion from the ground up

BIEN aims to reshape the creative industry through inclusive motion design, focusing on representation and accessibility.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Letitia Wright describes huge burden' of representation on black artists

Letitia Wright highlights the immense pressure on black filmmakers regarding representation while unveiling her short film about black youth.
Wright's directorial debut, inspired by real tragedies, approaches black youth narratives with depth and avoids stereotypes.
#film-industry
fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago
Independent films

Neeraj Ghaywan Talks His Cannes Premiere 'Homebound' and the Notes He Got from Executive Producer Martin Scorsese

fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago
Independent films

2025 Bentonville Film Festival to Open with Kate Beecroft's Sundance Hit 'East of Wall'

Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

Neeraj Ghaywan Talks His Cannes Premiere 'Homebound' and the Notes He Got from Executive Producer Martin Scorsese

The selection of Neeraj Ghaywan's film 'Homebound' for Cannes showcases a strong narrative of friendship between marginalized communities.
fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago
Independent films

2025 Bentonville Film Festival to Open with Kate Beecroft's Sundance Hit 'East of Wall'

#politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

AOC's district neglect: Letters to the Editor - May 14, 2025

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is facing criticism for prioritizing her national image over her responsibilities to her district.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

AOC's district neglect: Letters to the Editor - May 14, 2025

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is facing criticism for prioritizing her national image over her responsibilities to her district.
#lilo--stitch
Film
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

Why the Live-Action Lilo & Stitch Remake Has Sparked Controversy

Lilo & Stitch's live-action remake faces criticism over casting and character portrayal, yet Disney anticipates widespread success.
Film
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

Why the Live-Action Lilo & Stitch Remake Has Sparked Controversy

Lilo & Stitch's live-action remake faces criticism over casting and character portrayal, yet Disney anticipates widespread success.
#documentary
Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

One woman's fight to remove barriers for aspiring doctors with disabilities

Taylor Carty, diagnosed with cerebral palsy, strives to become a doctor and advocate for increased representation of people with disabilities in medicine.
#public-art
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Root
3 weeks ago

Black Woman Who Claims She's the Times Square Statue Now Has a Puzzling Request

A 12-foot statue of a Black woman in Times Square sparks varied reactions, emphasizing both representation and differing opinions on its portrayal.
NYC music
fromBET
3 weeks ago

12-Foot Bronze Statue of Black Woman Sparks Debate in Times Square

The installation of 'Grounded in the Stars' ignites discussions on representation, identity, and the evolving role of monuments in public spaces.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

At Least Downtown SF Doesn't Have A Giant Marilyn Monroe Upskirt Statue Like Palm Springs Did

Black Lives Matter
fromThe Root
3 weeks ago

Black Woman Who Claims She's the Times Square Statue Now Has a Puzzling Request

A 12-foot statue of a Black woman in Times Square sparks varied reactions, emphasizing both representation and differing opinions on its portrayal.
NYC music
fromBET
3 weeks ago

12-Foot Bronze Statue of Black Woman Sparks Debate in Times Square

The installation of 'Grounded in the Stars' ignites discussions on representation, identity, and the evolving role of monuments in public spaces.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

At Least Downtown SF Doesn't Have A Giant Marilyn Monroe Upskirt Statue Like Palm Springs Did

Brooklyn
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

A cozy Brooklyn spot where 'tea is the only answer'

Brooklyn Tea fosters community and wellness while challenging representation disparities in the tea industry.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

We have so many talented black British actors who had to leave in order to work': Sharon D Clarke on typecasting, industry tensions, and the truthfulness of Mr Loverman

Sharon D Clarke celebrates her Bafta nomination for Mr Loverman, emphasizing the importance of diverse storytelling in her career and society.
#empowerment
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK-wide initiative launched to tackle marginalisation of working-class writers

The UK writing and publishing industry faces a crisis of representation for working-class voices.
The Bee initiative seeks to amplify marginalised working-class stories in literature.
Chicago White Sox
fromYahoo Sports
1 month ago

The 1st Negro National League game was played 105 years ago - and Chicago played a part

Black baseball players' fight for respect has led to increased representation, though only 6.2% are currently in Major League Baseball.
#andor
#autism
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

This Book Drama Gets Hotter in the DMs

An influencer's upcoming book has ignited controversy over queer representation and authenticity in storytelling.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Robert De Niro's daughter Airyn comes out as transgender in first-ever interview

Airyn De Niro, Robert De Niro's daughter, is coming out as a trans woman, influenced significantly by her journey and representation in media.
UK news
fromVulture
1 month ago

The Harry Potter TV Show Casting Is Getting Messy

There's controversy over Paapa Essiedu's casting as Snape in the new Harry Potter series, focusing on race and character interpretation.
#community-engagement
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

Boston City Council candidate speaks out against petition to block District 7 special election

fromBoston.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

Boston City Council candidate speaks out against petition to block District 7 special election

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The holy screen: a brief history of popes in film and TV, from Peter O'Toole to Robbie Coltrane

The papacy's cinematic nature is on full display in Conclave, highlighting the rituals, the drama, and the profound weight of choosing a new pope.
Film
Graphic design
fromBOOOOOOOM!
1 month ago

"Between Dreamscapes" by Illustrator Leyla Cui

Leyla Cui's art challenges perceptions of female identity through surreal narratives about memory, intimacy, and personal transformation.
SF LGBT
fromJuxtapoz
1 month ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Zanele Muholi: Sawubona @ Yancey Richardson, NYC

Zanele Muholi's work empowers the Black LGBTQIA+ community through representation, showcased in the exhibition 'Sawubona' in New York.
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Danielle Mone Truitt Brings Eldest Daughter Energy To 'Organized Crime' - & We're Here For It

She's having to deal with a lot of different things all at once. So, of course, she's making sure her team is prepared for whatever cases are coming up, but she's also having to deal with other branches of law enforcement coming into her task force.
Relationships
#space-exploration
fromFuturism
1 month ago
Women in technology

Katy Perry Boasts About Ridiculous Rocket Launch While NASA Is Scrubbing History of Women in Space

fromFuturism
1 month ago
Women in technology

Katy Perry Boasts About Ridiculous Rocket Launch While NASA Is Scrubbing History of Women in Space

LA Kings
fromDecider
1 month ago

'The Last of Us' Season 2 Stays Woke: Ellie Kisses Dina, Joel Shoves a Homophobic Hater

The Last of Us Season 2 explores love, trauma, and representation amid post-apocalyptic challenges, particularly with Ellie and Dina's relationship.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Who Wants Normal? The Disabled Girls' Guide to Life by Frances Ryan review countering the stereotypes

Frances Ryan's latest book highlights personal and political challenges faced by disabled women, emphasizing the societal barriers affecting their daily lives.
fromKotaku
2 months ago

A Minecraft Movie Has Some Fantastic Things To Say About Toxic Masculinity

A Minecraft Movie captures a solid message about toxic masculinity, offering insight into male identity and relationships, despite its overall status as a mediocre film.
Film
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

What's Kat Abughazaleh's Deal?

Kat Abughazaleh is shaking up Illinois's Ninth District with her unconventional background as a social media creator and her drive to challenge long-term incumbent Jan Schakowsky.
NYC politics
NYC music
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Jack Black hosts a bonkers bass potluck jam session on SNL

Jack Black humorously embraces the underrepresented community of bass players during an SNL sketch.
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