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Actress Ayo Edebiri has condemned Elon Musk for amplifying a false rumor that led to threats and racial slurs against her. The rumor, debunked as unverified, claimed she would replace Johnny Depp in a "Pirates" reboot. Edebiri called Musk a "fascist" and criticized his role in spreading misinformation.

A 2025 Reuters study finds few women in editorial roles across 12 global news markets. Men still dominate leadership positions despite calls for diversity in media leadership. Audiences can change this by subscribing and donating to women-led independent media. You can start here: https://lnkd.in/dZjnXXku

Netflix’s "Surviving Black Hawk Down" explores the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu through first-person accounts from U.S. soldiers and Somali residents. The docuseries revisits the conflict’s impact, offering perspectives beyond the 2001 film. Produced by Ridley Scott Associates, it's available now for streaming.

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s new book “Dream Count” follows 4 Nigerian women through love, regret, and self-discovery. Praised for its depth, the novel explores diaspora, gender, and privilege with poetic prose. Buy it now at https://lnkd.in/dpZkA5SP

Less than 32% of romance authors have been Black or African women. This video clip comes from an analysis of this trend, and why the industry isn't producing authors like bell hooks, whose work about love is quoted numerous times in fiction and non-fiction books. Who would you suggest as the millennial or Gen Z bell hooks? #publishing #medialiteracy #authors #internationalwomensmonth #leadinglikealady

A study in Nature Mental Health suggests acetaminophen use during pregnancy may double the risk of ADHD in children, with a greater impact on females. Researchers urge the FDA to reassess its safety and call for informed discussions between doctors and patients on potential risks and alternatives.

From the 1970s to '90s, Black women revolutionized New York's dining scene by blending fine dining, fashion, and art. B. Smith, Alberta Wright, Toukie Smith, and Pamela Strobel created emblematic venues introducing sophisticated soul and Southern cuisine. #womenshistorymonth

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The African Research Academies for Women Inc. opened applications for its 2025 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship. This initiative is open to young women in Ghana studying STEM subjects and interested in research. Interested students can apply now using this link: https://lnkd.in/dF8GKybW