The Impact Report: Black Women’s Job Loss, Bronze Statue, South African Refugees, Ras Baraka Detainment

05/15/2025

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BET Current: From Kinshasa to the Vatican: 5 Things To Know About Cardinal Ambongo's Path to Papal Consideration

Known for his advocacy for social justice and traditional Catholic teachings, Cardinal Ambongo is among the key figures being considered in the upcoming conclave.
04/24/2025
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BET Current: Woman Files Discrimination Suit Against Baton Rouge Steakhouse

Y’Mine McClanahan claims the restaurant enforced its dress code selectively, targeting her for wearing a crop top and skirt.
04/29/2025
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BET Current: Family Seeks Answers as Video Shows Georgia Twins Hours Before Mysterious Deaths

The Lewis family is demanding a deeper investigation after surveillance footage shows the 19-year-old twins at a local gas station shortly before they were found shot dead on Bell Mountain, 90 miles from home.
05/02/2025
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BET Current: Haitian Woman Dies in ICE Custody After Medical Emergency in Louisiana

The 43-year-old mother was seeking asylum when she died in U.S. immigration custody, raising questions about detainee care and transparency.
05/02/2025
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BET Current: L.A. County Approves $4 Billion Settlement in Juvenile Sex Abuse Cases

The largest payout of its kind in U.S. history compensates nearly 7,000 survivors of decades-long abuse in county-run juvenile facilities and foster care.
05/02/2025
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BET Current: FBI Agents Reassigned After Kneeling During 2020 Protests

Several FBI agents photographed kneeling alongside protesters during the 2020 Black Lives Matter demonstrations have been reassigned to roles perceived as demotions.
05/05/2025
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The Impact Report: The Met Gala, Rodney L. Hinton Case Update, Real ID Deadline, Future

We’re breaking down the latest in public affairs and how every move affects Black communities.
05/09/2025
07:19

Altadena: What The Fire Left Behind

It's been three months since the Eaton fire ravaged parts of Altadena, California, and we're checking in with families and businesses.
05/12/2025
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BET Current: Student Debt Is Quietly Destroying Black Wealth—and No One’s Talking About It

The crushing weight of student loans is a silent crisis in Black communities, stalling wealth-building and economic stability for generations.
05/13/2025
01:58

BET Current: Black Women Are the Moment — From Times Square to the Strip

From Times Square to Vegas, we break down how Thomas J Price, Viola Davis, and Janet Jackson are reshaping the narrative of who gets honored — and how.
05/15/2025
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The Impact Report: Black Women’s Job Loss, Bronze Statue, South African Refugees, Ras Baraka Detainment

We’re breaking down the latest in public affairs and how every move affects Black communities.
05/15/2025
05:05

BET News: Malcom X 100

It’s a raw, visually striking tribute to a fearless voice for Black liberation—celebrating his bold legacy, revolutionary mindset, and global impact. this is a moment to reflect, remember, and recognize a man who challenged systems, sparked movements, and still speaks to the fight for justice today.
05/16/2025
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BET Current: What's on Your Plate?

Black California farmers discuss why it's essential to eat healthy and how food deserts affect communities.
05/22/2025
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BET Current: Salt-N-Pepa Sue for Their Masters, Spike & Denzel’s Final Film?, RG3 vs. Ryan Clark Over Angel Reese

From Salt-N-Pepa’s legal fight against UMG to Spike Lee hinting at his last movie with Denzel, and RG3 stirring controversy with comments about Angel Reese—BET Current has what the culture is talking about today.
05/23/2025
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