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Adult Swim has pulled several episodes of The Boondocks and Aqua Teen Hunger Force “due to cultural sensitivities.” The network confirmed the removal Tuesday, months after Reddit users noted multiple series episodes missing from streaming platforms. As pointed out by the The Daily Beast, the episodes in question included “Shake Like Me” from Aqua Teen Hunger Force‘s sixth season and “The Story […]
A knife and blade store in Clifton, New Jersey is facing backlash after the owner placed a sign in the front window that reads “Speak English or Pay $10 Extra.” USA Today reports that the store, Cutters Edge, has been hit with negative reviews across the internet for the sign, which many have rightfully labeled as racist. […]
A white history professor has quit her job after she admitted to misrepresenting herself as a Black woman. George Washington University confirmed the news Wednesday, stating Jessica A. Krug had submitted her resignation effective immediately. The GWU tweet stated Krug’s classes for the current semester will be led by other faculty members. The resignation comes less than a […]
A Charleston couple has issued a public apology over a jewelry line that many criticized as both tone deaf and exploitative. According to the Post and Courier, Paul Chelmis and Jing Wen recently launched a jewelry collection called “Wear Their Names,” a take on the “Say Their Names” phrase that aims to bring more attention to […]
Dedicated Taco Bell patrons are in mourning over the loss of their dear Mexican Pizza. On Thursday the presumed go-to location for millions when they are hankering for some post-drunkery nourishment announced it was putting the “finishing touches” on a new “streamlined menu.” “We’re constantly evaluating ways to provide a more efficient restaurant experience, and have already […]
Despite what you may have heard, ASAP Ferg has not been kicked out of the ASAP Mob collective. Earlier this week, co-founder ASAP Illz said Ferg was “no longer part” of the collective, adding in his opinion that Ferg’s recent output included songs that were—again, in his opinion—”dumb trash.” ASAP Bari—who pleaded guilty to a count […]
Master P has cooked up an alternative to Aunt Jemima and Uncle Ben’s—two food products that have been widely criticized for using racial stereotypes in their names and packaging. The hip-hop mogul announced this week the launch of “Uncle P’s Louisiana Seasoned” food line, which includes everything from pancake mix and rice to beans and oatmeal […]
Hasbro has discontinued a Trolls doll amid complaints that it promoted child sex abuse. As pointed out by CNN, the toy in question is the Trolls World Tour Giggle ‘n Sing Poppy Troll doll, which “giggles 3 different ways when she’s tickled [and] sings a fun version of the song. ‘Trolls Just Want to Have Fun.’” Innocent enough, right? […]
Yes, it happened again. Joe Biden is facing more backlash over comments about Black voters. The cringey moment occurred Wednesday, during a video interview hosted by the National Association of Hispanic Journalists and the National Association of Black Journalists. At one point during the teleconference, NPR reporter Lulu Garcia-Navarro asked the former vice president if he would “re-engage” with the Cuban government […]
Ryan Reynolds says he and Blake Lively are deeply sorry for having their wedding at a former plantation, and even went so far as to call the decision “a giant fucking mistake.” The Deadpool actor addressed the controversy during a recent interview with Fast Company. Reynolds and Lively tied the knot in September 2012 and held a ceremony at Boone Hall […]
