Wednesday Notes for April 10th, 2024
This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores the most significant cultural stories of the day.
Culture
Why Black Americans should honor the history of Liberia
Why Black Americans should honor the history of Liberia
The Republic of Liberia was controversial when founded by free Black emigrants from the U.S. during the darkest days of slavery.
ROGER HOUSE
As Black Women in U.S. Sue Makers of Hair Relaxers, in Africa Sales are Climbing
As Black Women in U.S. Sue Makers of Hair Relaxers, in Africa Sales are Climbing
The companies at the center of thousands of U.S. lawsuits produce some of Africa’s most popular chemical straighteners, like Dark & Lovely and TCB Naturals.
Susan Smith Richardson, Agatha Gichana, The Examination
Sports
Instant Reaction to Arsenal 2-2 Bayern
Instant Reaction to Arsenal 2-2 Bayern
The first leg of the Champions League quarterfinal is in the books
Ian Wright
NFL Draft 2024 ‘The Beast’ Guide: Dane Brugler’s scouting reports and player rankings
NFL Draft 2024 ‘The Beast’ Guide: Dane Brugler’s scouting reports and player rankings
This year’s version of The Beast is the biggest ever, with more than 400 player profiles and nearly 2,000 prospects ranked in all.
Dane Brugler
Errors corrected on Kobe statue outside arena
Errors corrected on Kobe statue outside arena
Corrections to the Kobe Bryant statue outside of Crypto.com Arena were completed on Tuesday morning.
Dave McMenamin
Sneakers
The adidas Samba Receives a Luxurious “Snakeskin” Makeover
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