The Powerful Meaning of Black Mermaids in American History

In African American history, mermaids have long been a symbol of ... as Ariel in its 2023 live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. But Black mermaids in the United States have long haunted American ...
The Hollywood Reporter

Critic’s Notebook: For Gen Z Kids, ‘Spider-Man,’ ‘The Little Mermaid’ and ‘Shooting Stars’ Offer Much-Needed Multiracial Joy

A trio of recent releases has allowed viewers — most crucially, Black children — to escape into realms where Black people soar, score and sing under the sea. By Eisa Nefertari Ulen I vividly remember ...
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Americans Mistake MaWhoo for ‘Little Mermaid’ Star Halle Bailey After Swimsuit Pic Amasses 7M Views

MaWhoo's photo on X amassed millions of views and reached American Twitter. South Africans set the record straight after MaWhoo was mistaken for Halle Bailey.
EURweb

Little Miss African American Pageant Celebrates 31st Anniversary with New Queen and Princess

The Little Miss African American Scholarship Pageant celebrated its 31st anniversary in Los Angeles, continuing its mission to uplift young African American girls through education, the arts, and ...
The New York Times

Little Rock Will Offer A.P. African American Studies Despite State Objections

The Little Rock School District in Arkansas said on Wednesday that it would continue to offer Advanced Placement African American studies, over the objections of the administration of Gov. Sarah ...
CNN

Little Rock schools will allow African American class to count for graduation, in break from Arkansas state officials

In a sharp break from Arkansas education officials, the Little Rock School District said in a news release it will offer AP African American Studies for credit. Earlier this month, state education ...