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Hunger By Policy: SNAP Cuts Hit Hardest In Black America

The "One Big, Beautiful Bill Act," signed into law in 2025, has significantly reduced funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by $187 billion over the next decade. This legislative action has resulted in over 4 million individuals losing benefits, with Black Americans disproportionately affected by expanded work requirements, new purchasing restrictions, and the removal of benefits for legal immigrants.

Black Churches Transform Food Aid Into Food Justice

The Black Church Food Security Network is spearheading a movement to transition Black churches beyond traditional charity, focusing instead on food justice. This initiative directly confronts food deserts, chronic illness, and systemic racial inequities within America's food system by establishing community gardens, supporting Black farmers, and reframing food as a critical issue of justice, health, and self-determination.

Why Druski’s ‘British Actor’ Video Hit A Nerve Online

Online comedian Druski's viral parody video has intensified a long-standing debate concerning the casting of Black British actors in iconic Black American roles. The satirical piece, which critiques the prevalence of British talent in narratives rooted in Black American history and culture, has garnered significant attention across social media platforms.

American Robber Barons Still Exist

President Trump has utilized "robber baron tactics" to maintain political power and control, as evidenced by his directive to Texas Governor Greg Abbott to redistrict the state, resulting in the creation of an additional five Republican-leaning congressional districts, a practice widely recognized as racial and political gerrymandering.

UW scholar Scott Kurashige traces anti-Asian violence as a recurring pattern at the heart of American history

We know that Asian Americans, like other non-white racial groups, have been victims of violence directed towards them. Not too long ago, we witnessed and experienced a period of widespread Asian hate, which was induced by President Donald Trump when he continually called the Covid 19 virus the “Chinese virus.” It seemed like the violence […] The post UW scholar Scott Kurashige traces anti-Asian violence as a recurring pattern at the heart of American history appeared first on International Examiner.

Yaminee Patel’s solo show explores South Asian diaspora identity with art works forged from rice, lentils, and beans

Yaminee Patel’s debut solo show, “Rice, Roots, and the Road to Cultural Exploration” at Common Objects in Belltown is a full sensory experience. I was lucky to have visited the gallery on Friday morning before the opening. When I arrived, I was met with a perfume of rice smell — a warm embrace. I was […] The post Yaminee Patel’s solo show explores South Asian diaspora identity with art works forged from rice, lentils, and beans appeared first on International Examiner.

“Long Take”: newly translated book of essays by Akira Kurosawa offers a personal view of the film legend

Hilarious comments from the sets during film production, private thoughts about great movie directors around the world, opinions about the Japanese movie-going public, and a daughter’s view of daily life with the movie legend, Akira Kurosawa. These are found in “Long Take,” a translation of the original book of essays by film director Akira Kurosawa, […] The post “Long Take”: newly translated book of essays by Akira Kurosawa offers a personal view of the film legend appeared first on International Examiner.

PCOS, A Condition Impacting 1 In 10 Women Worldwide, Gets A New Name

A global consortium of medical experts and patient organizations is proposing a significant renaming of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). This initiative seeks to more accurately reflect the condition's broad spectrum of symptoms and to improve patient diagnosis and care.

Engaging With Arts And Culture Can Slow Biological Aging As Much As Exercise, Study Suggests

A study from University College London (UCL) indicates that engaging with arts and culture can slow biological aging, with its frequency and diversity demonstrating effects comparable to physical activity.

Justice Department Considers Settling Trump’s $10 Billion IRS Leak Lawsuit

The Justice Department is reportedly engaged in discussions concerning a potential settlement in President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service. Sources familiar with the matter indicate that a provision under consideration involves the IRS discontinuing audits of the president, his family, and their businesses, a development that could raise significant ethical considerations.

Surveillance cameras were installed in the CID last spring, here’s how community members feel about them one year later

On the corner of 10th Avenue South and South Jackson Street, a surveillance camera watches over the street near Cory Potts’ Center for Bicycle Repair shop. His shop, he said, once belonged to a Japanese florist who disappeared during World War II with Executive Order 9066 — taken, like over 100,000 others, by a government that […] The post Surveillance cameras were installed in the CID last spring, here’s how community members feel about them one year later appeared first on International Examiner.