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The Supreme Court, in a 5-4 ruling, said Terry Pitchford should have had the opportunity to challenge the dismissal of four Black potential jurors, vacating his death-row conviction due to racial bias in jury selection.
During Wicked’s Singapore premiere, Cynthia Erivo protected Ariana Grande from a fan, a moment that sparked memes labeling Erivo as Grande’s bodyguard. In a Variety interview, Erivo argued the memes exposed racist, gendered stereotypes about Black women— including a focus on her physique and baldness— and she noted these dynamics affected her Oscar campaigning, though she has since stepped back from heavy publicity.
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe publicly hit back at Chelsea Handler after she branded him racist, arguing the accusation misrepresents his comedy and blasting her remarks in an escalating back-and-forth that underscores ongoing tension between the two celebrities.
Kotaku reports that Plantation Simulator, a racist slavery-themed game released on Steam by developer FzzyBzzy, has sparked widespread backlash while Valve has not commented. The top-down sim tasks players with enslaving Black workers to grow crops; Valve's own guidelines ban content meant to shock, yet the game remained on Steam with a mature description. An update changed Black slaves to white, then added hearts and kissing interactions, spurring a flood of negative reviews that often included racist remarks. Kotaku reached out to Valve for comment with no reply at publication, and the game remains on Steam. Critics say Valve’s moderation is lax and inconsistent, calling for better tools to curb hate on the platform.
Chelsea Handler slammed Shane Gillis and Tony Hinchcliffe for racist jokes at Kevin Hart's roast, calling the remarks disgusting and highlighting ongoing concerns about racist content in stand-up comedy.
A first-person, shooter-style video from the San Diego mosque shooting circulated online, illustrating how extremist content and online scripts can fuel violence; investigators say the attack mirrors patterns seen in past mass shootings and underscores the ongoing challenge of moderating violent content on digital platforms.
Chelsea Handler labeled Shane Gillis and Tony Hinchcliffe as racist and sexist after their jokes at Netflix’s Roast of Kevin Hart, condemning one joke about lynching as grotesque; Gillis defended the material, and Handler’s comments followed by coverage of the roast and related exchanges, including Gillis and Underwood’s later conversations where Underwood said she wasn’t offended.
Virginia Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans drew bipartisan criticism after agreeing with a radio host’s racist ‘cotton-picking’ remark about House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries; she said she didn’t condone the language, but Democrats urged a public apology and resignation, while Republicans defended her amid a competitive Virginia race.
Top House Democrats condemned Rep. Jen Kiggans for echoing a Richmond radio host’s racist language about Hakeem Jeffries, calling for her resignation and warning of electoral backlash; the day also featured a House Oversight field hearing with Epstein victims urging reforms to the Crime Victims Rights Act, ongoing crypto-ethics negotiations with White House input, plus notes on Rep. Tom Kean Jr.’s absence and renewed talks on Secret Service funding tied to Trump’s ballroom project.
Democrats are demanding the resignation of Virginia Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans after she appeared to back a radio host’s racist remark about House Speaker Hakeem Jeffries, saying she did not condone the language and only meant Jeffries should stay out of Virginia politics. The controversy drew swift condemnation from party leaders and underscores ongoing tensions over race in politics as Virginia’s redistricting battles and the GOP’s midterm dynamics shape the race, where Kiggans faces a reelection bid against Democrat Elaine Luria.
Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican nominee for Ohio governor, is navigating a surge of racism from the right as he campaigns; at a Cincinnati town hall he did not name taunts but acknowledged broad bigotry on the right, reinforcing his anti-woke branding amid a polarized GOP landscape.
Sports Illustrated reports damning allegations against UAB softball coach Taylor Smartt, including racist remarks, mental and physical abuse toward players, a reported punching incident during a game against East Carolina, a dangerous preseason drill involving moving a vehicle, and an alleged inappropriate relationship with a player; UAB says it takes concerns seriously and will investigate to ensure a safe environment.
UK Labour released a video alleging antisemitic quotes from Green Party candidates ahead of local elections, showcasing statements ranging from stereotypes about Jews to conspiracy theories about Zionists. Labour says Greens are failing to address antisemitism in their ranks, while Greens deny the accusations and condemn Labour’s tactics. The report also notes arrests and suspensions of several Green candidates for online posts linked to racial hatred and antisemitism, and Labour officials, including Environment Secretary Steve Reed, weighing in on the issue.
Israeli police arrested a 36-year-old man after video showed him assaulting a French Catholic nun near Jerusalem’s Old City, near David's Tomb. Police say the attack was racially motivated and vowed zero tolerance for violence; the suspect is in custody and due to appear in court for a detention extension as the case is investigated.
A review of 44 studies finds Black women have higher oxidative stress, inflammation, and uteroplacental vascular resistance during pregnancy, likely driven by socioenvironmental stressors such as systemic racism and deprivation rather than genetics, which may contribute to worse outcomes and higher maternal mortality in the UK. The researchers call for addressing root causes and increasing maternity-care investment.