Every four years, America votes for a new president or reelects the current president to serve a second term. But this year is different. With the COVID-19 pandemic cases arising, a majority of people are leery of standing in line to vote at their local precinct. Now, the Florida Division […]
Author: Rachel Daniels | Staff writer
TikTok, Black creators and hate speech
Trinitee Hassan is determined to not feel intimidated. The Florida A&M student went from simply trying to spread awareness on racial injustice to receiving hundreds of racist comments on the popular social media platform TikTok. And now she believes the social media app treats Black creators poorly — at best. […]
America’s shameful tradition of negative eugenics
In an unapologetic effort to make a difference for those who suffer tragically for no reason other than their race, nurse Dawn Wooten became a whistle-blower when she reported that ICE is performing hysterectomies on immigrant women without their consent at the Irwin County Detention Center in Georgia. While working […]
You’ll be fine skipping ‘Antebellum’
*Disclaimer: this review is spoiler-free.* The writer/director duo Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz released their new feature-length horror film, “Antebellum,” this past Friday. Featuring a star-studded cast including Janelle Monáe, Kiersey Clemons, Gabourey Sidibe and Jena Malone, the movie was expected to be well-received and thought-provoking. However, that is not […]
Black celebrities are not doing enough for HBCUs
More Black celebrities should cater to HBCUs — and by HBCUs, I mean all HBCUs. Almost each and every one of us has heard about the “Black Ivies,” which commonly includes Howard University, Hampton University, Morehouse College and Spelman College, but there are way more Black colleges and universities that […]
Five fun fall activities
Fall has officially begun, and this season is all about fashion, Halloween, Thanksgiving and cooler weather. Looking for festive fall activities to do while social distancing? You have come to the right place. Here are five can’t-miss fall favorites: Pumpkin Patch Pumpkin patches are the perfect place to get […]
‘Strike the Vote’: Rattlers celebrate National Voter Registration Day
Florida A&M University’s Student Government Association hosted a “Strike the Vote” event Tuesday via Zoom and YouTube, to encourage and ensure that students are registered to vote. The event included several special guests, such as: East Point, Ga. Mayor, Deana Ingraham, Miami Gardens, Fla. Mayor, Oliver Gilbert, Civil Rights Attorney, […]
Twitter, do your thing
From your favorite talk show host, to your neighborhood Karen, it seems as if nobody is safe from the unforgiving consequences of “cancel culture.” Summer 2020 was ruthless to countless celebrities who were thriving in their careers just weeks before their cancellation. Stars such as Doja Cat and Tory Lanez […]
Disney still sets the standard
ORLANDO — Disney World is what every theme park should strive to be. It is the superior theme park, bar none. I believe Disney has the most popular entertainment parks in the state of Florida, maybe even the world. It is, after all, an international company. Between Magic Kingdom, Animal […]
Disney sweetheart to Emmy winner, Zendaya makes history
Zendaya shook it up on Sunday evening at the 72nd Emmy Awards by creating groundbreaking history as the youngest nominee and the second Black woman ever to win the golden statuette for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. The 24-year-old actress’ historic Emmy win beat distinguished actresses, including Jennifer […]