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Monday Notes for April 1st, 2024

Monday Notes for April 1st, 2024

This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores the most significant cultural stories of the day.

Culture

A biased test kept thousands of Black people from getting a kidney transplant. It’s finally changing

A biased test kept thousands of Black people from getting a kidney transplant. It’s finally changing
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jazmin Evans had been waiting for a new kidney for four years when her hospital revealed shocking news: She should have been put on the transplant list in 2015 instead of 2019 — and a racially biased organ test was to blame. As upsetting as that notification was, it also was part…

How a City Agency Saves New York’s Discarded Objects for Art

How a City Agency Saves New York’s Discarded Objects for Art
Now in its fifth decade, Materials for the Arts has long collected a sundry of objects for artists and nonprofits to make anew.

Kendrick Lamar’s desire to be the greatest is making hip-hop fun

Kendrick Lamar’s desire to be the greatest is making hip-hop fun
The 2002 NBA All-Star Game contains one of those Kobe Bryant moments that tell you so much about who he was on the court. The game is an exhibition, and players…

Sports

Immense Mac Allister is providing the calm and control that Liverpool need right now

Immense Mac Allister is providing the calm and control that Liverpool need right now
In his first season at the club, ice-cool Mac Allister has become an integral part of Klopp’s midfield as they chase the league title

Sneakers

PJ Tucker Shows His Nike Zoom Kobe 5 “Kinbe Pa Lage” PE from 2010
PJ Tucker unearthed the Nike Zoom Kobe 5 “Kinbe Pa Lage” PE from the 2010 Help Haiti pack. Learn more on Nice Kicks.


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2024 Sneaker Releases

Apr
08
adidas Sambas x Lionel Messi x Inter Miami

adidas Sambas x Lionel Messi x Inter Miami

Lionel Messi's collaboration with Adidas Sambas, inspired by his time with Inter Miami, presents a captivating blend of style, performance,
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Apr
08
Bode x Nike Astro Grabber

Bode x Nike Astro Grabber

The latest collaboration between Bode and Nike centered around the re-release of the Astro Grabber, a shoe with a rich
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Feb
08
Bodega x Saucony "Jaunt Woven"

Bodega x Saucony "Jaunt Woven"

The Bodega x Saucony Jaunt Woven is a testament to the fusion of aesthetic appeal and functional design. It's a
2 min read
Jan
29
Travis Scott x Jordan Jumpman Jack "University Red" and "Sail"

Travis Scott x Jordan Jumpman Jack "University Red" and "Sail"

The Travis Scott x Jordan Jumpman Jack "University Red" and "Sail" colorways are slated for release in the Spring and
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Jan
25
Air Jordan 5 "Black Cat" 2024 Release: A Coveted Release for Sneaker Enthusiasts

Air Jordan 5 "Black Cat" 2024 Release: A Coveted Release for Sneaker Enthusiasts

View this post on Instagram A post shared by zSneakerHeadz (@zsneakerheadz) Sneaker culture is excited as the iconic Air Jordan
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Jan
22
Air Jordan 5 SE "Sail"

Air Jordan 5 SE "Sail"

The Air Jordan 5 SE "Sail," set to release in April 2024, is a highly anticipated addition to the Jordan Brand's Special Edition (SE) range.
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Apr
25
Air Jordan 5 ‘Olive’ Returning Spring 2024

Air Jordan 5 ‘Olive’ Returning Spring 2024

2024 will feature the release of the Air Jordan 5 "Olive" in of Army Olive, Solar Orange, and Black. Air
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