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EPISODE #17

Blavity Daily Briefing: News, Wins & Racial Justice

Inspiring stories, concerning issues, and cultural moments you need to know.

September 3, 2025 • 3 minutes • Hosted by Victoria

Today's Briefing

Episode #17

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About This Episode

From visa revocations to inspiring achievements and major sports moments, this episode covers the week's most impactful news. Join Victoria for a timely look at culture and community.

Today's Highlights:

The U.S. Is Quietly Revoking Visas For Nigerians Without Prior Notice: Report
Does Anyone Die In ‘The Map That Leads To You’? What To Know About Prime Video’s Romantic Drama
Isaiah Hand, 20, Becomes Tuskegee’s First Certified Pilot In 80 Years
Why White People’s Racism Continues To Give The US Open A Black Eye
NBA YoungBoy, Before His Dallas Tour Stop, Donates $50K To Nonprofits In The City
Ciara Smith, A 26-Year-Old HBCU Alumna, Becomes Youngest And First Black Mayor Of This Alabama City
Naomi Osaka’s Win Over Coco Gauff At The US Open Secures Her First Grand Slam Quarterfinal Spot Since 2021
Here’s When Sheinelle Jones Is Returing To The ‘Today’ Show

Related Articles:

The U.S. Is Quietly Revoking Visas For Nigerians Without Prior Notice: Report

The U.

By Jahaura MichelleNews2 words

Does Anyone Die In ‘The Map That Leads To You’? What To Know About Prime Video’s Romantic Drama

On Aug.

By Sarah RandEntertainment2 words

Isaiah Hand, 20, Becomes Tuskegee’s First Certified Pilot In 80 Years

Isaiah Hand is the beginning of a new wave of emerging pilots reviving Black aviation history as the first Black man to become a certified pilot from the historic Tuskegee University in 80 years.

By Aria BellBlavity-U34 words

Why White People’s Racism Continues To Give The US Open A Black Eye

Taylor Townsend is a decorated doubles competitor in the world of tennis.

By Kahlil HaywoodOpinion12 words

NBA YoungBoy, Before His Dallas Tour Stop, Donates $50K To Nonprofits In The City

NBA YoungBoy recently went viral for giving back to local communities, including New Orleans.

By Jahaura MichelleNews14 words

Ciara Smith, A 26-Year-Old HBCU Alumna, Becomes Youngest And First Black Mayor Of This Alabama City

Ciara Smith, who had been serving as vice mayor of Anniston, Alabama, is making history.

By Tomas KassahunPolitics15 words

Naomi Osaka’s Win Over Coco Gauff At The US Open Secures Her First Grand Slam Quarterfinal Spot Since 2021

Naomi Osaka landed a major victory after years of being on and off the court.

By Kyra AlessandriniCulture14 words

Here’s When Sheinelle Jones Is Returing To The ‘Today’ Show

Sheinelle Jones is returning to the Today show after taking an extended leave of absence in late 2024, following the death of her husband, Uche Ojeh, in May after being diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer.

By Kui MwaiEntertainment39 words

Topics:

NigeriaVisasUS OpenRacismNaomi OsakaCoco GauffNBA YoungBoyHBCUTuskegeeCiara SmithSheinelle JonesPrime Video

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