Comcast is committing $100 million to a three-year plan to advance social justice and equality and fight "injustice and inequality against any race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation or ability." The initiative, unveiled on Monday, includes a $75 million cash commitment and $25 million in media.

Comcast chairman and CEO Brian Roberts had last week discussed the social upheaval following the May 25 death of George Floyd, vowing that the company was looking to play a "constructive role" amid the debate about social and racial divides and launch initiatives in the weeks, months and years ahead to help address them.

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Mother of Trayvon Martin joins Miami protesters seeking racial justice, police support

MIAMI – The mother of Trayvon Martin joined hundreds of demonstrators at a rally in downtown Miami on Sunday, demanding racial equality following the death of George Floyd last month at the hands of a white police officer in Minnesota.Sybrina Fulton joined the demonstrators who carried signs that read “Stop Killing Us" and “We Are All Equal" at the Torch of Friendship, a 60-year-old monument erected as a welcoming beacon to the city’s Latin American and Caribbean neighbors. The protest organized by several churches was one of several across Florida on Sunday.Fulton's unarmed son, Trayon Martin, was killed by a neighborhood watch volunteer, George Zimmerman, while walking back from a central Florida convenience store in 2012.

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Mother of Trayvon Marin joins Miami protesters seeking racial justice, police support

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Bob Dylan calls George Floyd death “beyond ugly” and hopes “justice comes swift”

Bob Dylan has discussed the death of George Floyd in a rare new interview.Speaking to The New York Times, Dylan discussed his new album ‘Rough & Rowdy Ways’ as well as the impact of the coronavirus, and the death of Floyd, which has sparked worldwide Black Lives Matter protests.During the interview, Dylan said that it “sickened me no end to see George tortured to death like that,” adding: “It was beyond ugly. Let”s hope that justice comes swift for the Floyd family and for the nation.”Elsewhere in the interview, Dylan stated his belief that the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is “a forerunner of something else to come,” saying: “Extreme arrogance can have some disastrous penalties.“Maybe we are on the eve of destruction.

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Hallmark social media post sparks backlash over lack of diversity in its Vancouver productions

A post shared by Hallmark Channel (@hallmarkchannel) on Local casting director Kris Woznesensky tweeted back, “Last time we worked for them no interracial couples were allowed? Why?”“Also, why did the creative notes for black actors to be ‘less hood’? Do better.” He added.This is not the first time the media empire – known for its movies of the week and Christmas films – has been accused of not allowing interracial couples to be captured on film.In September of 2018, Lesley Horat alleged she was left out of a scene because the casting wrangler said there was a policy against interracial couples being represented on screen.

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How the Fashion Industry Is Answering the Call for Racial Equality and Economic Justice

Over the last few weeks, tens of thousands of people have taken to streets, parks, plazas and monuments all over the world to protest against racism and injustice. Spurred on at first by the death of George Floyd after a Minneapolis police officer held his knee against the man's neck for almost nine minutes—an encounter caught on video that went pinging around the world—it soon became apparent that what happened to Floyd was going to have far greater repercussions.

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Horror as Black Lives Matter protester hit by toppled statue 'leaving skull showing'

including in Bristol, were toppled by protesters taking part in the Black Lives Matter demonstrations. The protests have been held across the world in the wake of George Floyd's death in police custody.

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Lafayette Park near White House: A soapbox for social unrest

WASHINGTON – The Trump administration's use of smoke bombs and pepper balls to rout civil rights demonstrators from Lafayette Park near the White House has emboldened protesters and added a new chapter to the site's storied history as soapbox for social and political unrest. “Gas us.

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COVID-19 cases top 2 million in US, according to Johns Hopkins

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US COVID-19 cases top 2 million as first protest-linked infections noted

Some members of the Washington, DC, National Guard—deployed over the past 2 weeks of protests and civil unrest in the wake of the George Floyd murder—have tested positive for COVID-19, a National Guard spokesperson confirmed with McClatchy news services yesterday, and US cases today topped 2 million.

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Trump eyes racial equality debate through economic lens

WASHINGTON – In his comments since George Floyd died, President Donald Trump has shared lots of opinions about the need for “law and order,” about fighting crime and the dangerous ideas of the “liberal left.” When it comes to addressing racism, not so much. Trump has remained largely silent on that, except to argue that a strong economy is the best antidote.

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Final farewell to George Floyd: Family shares emotional eulogy, Rev. Sharpton calls for justice

HOUSTON - George Floyd, the black man who was killed in Minneapolis police custody two weeks ago, will be laid to rest today in Pearland, Texas.It's a day Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo officially proclaimed "George Perry Floyd, Jr. Day."The funeral service, which was paid for by legendary boxer Floyd Mayweather, was held at The Fountain of Praise Church in southwest Houston.FOX 26 will carry the funeral service live on-air and on fox26houston.com/live.Mourners and pallbearers gather near flowers as the coffin arrives for the funeral for George Floyd on June 9, 2020, at The Fountain of Praise church in Houston, Texas. (Photo by ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images)Family, friends and notable figures gathered at 11 a.m.

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Video shows man kneeling on friend's neck during peaceful Justice for George Floyd protest in NJ

GLOUCESTER COUNTY, N.J. - Footage of an incident that occurred during a peaceful protest in Gloucester County has gone viral and left a community outraged.The incident, which immediately inspired community backlash, happened in the rural suburb Franklinville on Monday.In the video, submitted by a FOX 29 viewer Wes Simmons, several counter-protesters are seen on the side of the roadway.Video from the protest shows a group of men shouting at the protesters from the side of the roadway and displaying signs that read "All Lives Matter."One man shouting at the peaceful protesters and their police escort is kneeling on another person's neck, in an echo of the way George Floyd spent his final moments of life.In a second video from the incident,

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Anti-racism demonstrators plan to take the knee today as George Floyd is buried

Anti-racism demonstrators are planning to gather in London later today as George Floyd is laid to rest in the US. The socially distanced commemoration at the Nelson Mandela statue in Parliament Square at 5pm has been organised by Stand Up To Racism.

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Minneapolis reform plan would require insurance for officers

MINNEAPOLIS – Several advocacy groups presented their own recommendations Monday to reform law enforcement practices in Minneapolis, a day after the majority of the City Council voiced support for abolishing the police department entirely in the wake of George Floyd's death.Minnesota’s Council on American-Islamic Relations, two Black Lives Matter chapters and the Minneapolis nonprofit Communities United Against Police Brutality were among the groups that gathered Monday at the site of the burned Third Precinct station to present more than 40 recommendations.

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Philadelphia School District to honor students with virtual graduation ceremonies

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia School District is honoring students with a virtual graduation Tuesday. The virtual graduation will be held at 11 a.m. on June 9 with Malcolm Jenkins as the keynote speaker.Jenkins, a former player for the Philadelphia Eagles, has long been a vocal advocate for social and racial justice, which will provide an informed voice amid current civil unrest in the aftermath of the death of George Floyd. Dr.

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Democrats kneel at Capitol, plan to unveil police overhaul

WASHINGTON – A sweeping overhaul of police oversight and procedures is being proposed Monday by congressional Democrats in response to the deaths of black Americans at the hands of law enforcement.House and Senate Democrats held moment of silence at the Capitol's Emancipation Hall, reading the names of George Floyd and others killed. They then knelt for 8 minutes and 46 seconds — now a symbol of police brutality and violence — the length of time prosecutors say Floyd was pinned under a white police officer’s knee before he died.

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UPDATES: George Floyd protests continue worldwide as Democrats plan to unveil police oversight bill

will honor Floyd during a memorial in his hometown of Houston, the third and final in series of memorials to honor the father who died May 25.On Monday, House Democrats are set to unveil the Justice in Policing Act, a sweeping overhaul of police oversight and procedures in response to the deaths of black Americans at the hands of law enforcement, according to a draft outline obtained by The Associated Press.In Orlando, the downtown 8 p.m. curfew was lifted Sunday after more than a week of protests and demonstrations.

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BTS Donates $1 Million to Black Lives Matter After Expressing Solidarity With Protests

Black Lives Matter movement earlier this week, BTS is backing up their support with a sizable donation. The K-pop super group, along with record label Big Hit Entertainment, donated $1 million to Black Lives Matter, according to multiple reports.The donation — which comes shortly after BTS shared a message in support for the ongoing protests against police brutality and racial injustice — was confirmed by Managing Director for Black Lives Matter, Kailee Scales, in a statement to on Sunday.«Black people all over the world are in pain at this moment from the trauma of centuries of oppression,» Scales said.

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‘I’m proud to see that many people want justice’: Nashville teens lead 10,000 in peaceful protest

(Left to right) Jade Fuller, Emma Rose Smith, Kennedy Green, Nya Collins, Mikayla Smith and Zee Thomas. When six teenagers decided to organize a peaceful protest after the death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, they never imagined it would turn into the massive and historic event that it did.Jade Fuller, Emma Rose Smith, Kennedy Green, Nya Collins, Mikayla Smith and Zee Thomas had never met until each decided something needed to be done in light of the current events impacting the nation.Kennedy Green, Nya Collins, Jade Fuller and Emma Rose Smith during the demonstration.

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Jennifer Aniston donates $1M to racial justice charity Color of Change

Jennifer Aniston has reportedly donated $1 million to Color of Change, the world's largest racial justice organization, as Black Lives Matter fueled protests continue in response to George Floyd's May 25 death in police custody in Minneapolis.According to widely circulated report from The Mirror, the "Friends" alum "wanted to show her support" for racial justice movements as the U.S. grapples with systemic racism."Like most people, Jen has been deeply affected by what is going on in America and the terrible injustice that people of color experience every day," a source told the outlet.

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Jennifer Aniston gives $1 million to racial justice charity: 'It's our responsibility to make noise'

Jennifer Aniston has donated a substantial sum of money 'to the charity she felt resonated with her the most' after being 'deeply affected' by the unjust killing of unarmed black man George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police.The Friends actress, 51, gave $1 million to Color Of Change, a nonprofit civil rights advocacy group and 'the nation’s largest online racial justice organization,' according to The Mirror.As a source explained, 'Like most people, Jen has been deeply affected by what is going on in America and the terrible injustice that people of color experience every day.' 'Deeply affected': Jennifer Aniston has donated a substantial sum of money 'to the charity she felt resonated with her the most' after recent events'She

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Couple Celebrates Wedding At Protest After Coronavirus Cancels Original Plan

A Black Lives Matter protest in honor of George Floyd turned into a wedding celebration when a couple intersected with those marching outside of Logan Square in Philadelphia on Saturday. Dr.

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Joe Jonas Pregnant Sophie Turner Join Black Lives Matter Protest: ‘No Justice, No Peace’

Joe Jonas, 30, and Sophie Turner, 24, shared photos and videos from a Black Lives Matter protest on Saturday, June 6 following the death of George Floyd. “We stand, we kneel, we lay down with you,” the Game of Thrones star posted on her Instagram story, adding the hashtags, #BlackLivesMatter, #ICantBreathe and #NoJusticeNoPeace. The pregnant actress appeared to be surrounded by hundreds of peaceful protestors sitting and laying in a grassy field in what fans believe to be Mammoth Lakes, California.

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Madonna hobbles on crutches and shouts ‘no justice, no peace’ as she leads stars in Black Lives Matter protest in London

MADONNA was seen hobbling on crutches as she joined the Black Lives Matter protest in central London today. The pop icon, 60, moved through packed streets as she gave her support to the anti-racism movement.

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Protesters gather at Trenton’s City Hall demand justice for George Floyd

( NJ State House Tours )TRENTON - Protesters gathered at Trenton’s City Hall on Saturday to protest the death in Minnesota of George Floyd, carrying signs that read Black Lives Over White Comfort and chanting “End police brutality.”Saturday’s demonstration came nearly a week after a march in Trenton that saw police officers kneel down in solidarity with protesters, though vandalism broke out later that night.Most of New Jersey’s dozens of protests stemming from George Floyd’s death last month in Minneapolis have been peaceful, Gov.

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Scientist warns Black Lives Matter protesters to social distance and wear face masks

People planning to attend Blacks Lives Matter protests across the UK this weekend are being warned to wear face masks and observe social distancing rules.

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Over 15,000 people in Edmonton gather for equality rally at Alberta legislature grounds

George Floyd, a large rally planned for Edmonton got underway Friday evening.Shortly after 8 p.m., police told Global News they estimated at least 15,000 people were in attendance.A number of community groups, including Black Lives Matter YEG, planned a demonstration at the Alberta legislature and the legislature grounds.At 4:30 p.m., a Black Lives Matter rally got underway in front of the legislature, where a number of people spoke to the crowd that had assembled there.The 4:30 Black Lives Matter rally is underway.

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Orlando barbershop owner discusses social injustice, police brutality on The Weekly

ORLANDO, Fla. – The death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer has not only sparked several days of protests, but it's also reignited a conversation about inequality, systemic racism and police brutality against the black community. J Henry, who owns J Henry's Barbershop in Parramore, has been a staple in the community for years and is a member of Orange County's Economic Recovery Task Force.

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Breonna Taylor Should Be Celebrating Her 27th Birthday. Here's How to Help Bring Her Killers to Justice.

Courier Journal.Between the coronavirus pandemic and the justified outrage over the killings of Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd, the name “Breonna Taylor” didn’t rise to the top of most people’s full newsfeeds. After immense public pressure, the office who was filmed kneeling on Floyd’s neck for over eight minutes with second degree murder and second degree manslaughter in his death, and the three other officers who were on the scene have been charged with aiding and abetting murder.

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Say Her Name: How to Honor Breonna Taylor's Birthday and Demand Justice

Breonna Taylor would have been 27 today.Taylor was an EMT who worked at two local hospitals in Louisville, Kentucky, including amid the coronavirus pandemic. She was a daughter, a granddaughter, a sister, a niece and a best friend.

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Kanye West joined a Black Lives Matter march in his hometown of Chicago to protest police brutality and the death of George Floyd.

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Salma Hayek demands justice for man 'beaten' and 'tortured' by police for not wearing a face mask

Salma Hayek wants Justice for Giovanni.The Frida star, 53, is using her platform to address ongoing tension between the public and law enforcement, as exhibited in America's backlash to the death of George Floyd, and an incident earlier last month in Mexico in which a man named Giovanni López was allegedly beaten to death by police because he wasn't wearing a mask on his face amid the COVID-19 pandemic.'Justice for Giovanni Lopez, who was detained in Mexico by 10 policemen for allegedly not wearing a mask,' the Mexico-born actress captioned a post.

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TIME Magazine unveils cover inspired by George Floyd protests, honoring black lives lost

As of August 2018, 16 states have passed use-of-force laws, a handful of which restricted what police can do.

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Meghan Markle addresses former high school about death of George Floyd

Britain’s Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle , has spoken about events following the death of George Floyd saying she was sorry that children had to grow up in a world where racism still existed and that current events in the United States were “devastating”.

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Universal Music Group Details First Priorities for Social Justice Task Force With $25M Donation

Over the weekend, Universal Music Group chairman and CEO Lucian Grainge announced the company would convene a social justice task force in the wake of nationwide protests prompted by the May 25 killing of George Floyd.

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Dozens of celebs are encouraging their fans to remember Louisville native Breonna Taylor ahead of what would have been her 27th birthday on Friday (June 5). Taylor's name has been chanted and evoked by the thousands of protesters who've taken to the streets over the p

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Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey donates $3 million to Colin Kaepernick’s ‘Know Your Rights’ organisation

Kaepernick's organisation aims to empower people of colour

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Bethenny Frankel to Support Over 100 Black-Owned Small Businesses

In the wake of the protests following the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor, as well as the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that is disproportionately affecting Black-owned small businesses, Bethenny Frankel is making a difference with her disaster relief initiative, B Strong.

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Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Donates $3 Million to Colin Kaepernick's Legal Defense Fund

Twitter’s CEO is helping Colin Kaepernick‘s cause.

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Floyd memorials will retrace life, push for justice in death

HOUSTON – The memorial services to honor George Floyd are extraordinary: three cities over six days, with a chance for mourners to pay their respects in the communities where he was born, grew up, and died.

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Disney pledges to donate $5 million to social justice nonprofits amid nationwide protests

Disney has pledged to donate $5 million dollars on the ninth straight day of worldwide protests, in response to the murder of George Floyd on Memorial Day.'We stand against racism,' the company announcedon their social media. 'We stand for inclusion.

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Comcast CEO: Pandemic, Racial Tension Challenge Society "Like Never Before"

Comcast chairman and CEO Brian Roberts on Wednesday discussed the company's impact from and reaction to the novel coronavirus pandemic and social upheaval following the death of George Floyd.

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Drake and The Weeknd each donate $100,000 to bailout fund amid protests

Drake and The Weeknd have each donated $100,000 (£79,000) to the National Bailout Collective to help families in need amid the Black Lives Matter protests currently taking place across the U.S.

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'I want justice for him': Mother of George Floyd's daughter speaks out

Roxie Washington, the mother of George Floyd's six-year-old daughter, gave an emotional plea for justice Tuesday night following his death.

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Darren Criss Wife Mia Swier Demand Justice For ‘Black Trans Lives’ As They Protest In LA — Pics

Amid all the signs at the protest against George Floyd’s death in Hollywood on June 2, one especially stood out: “Black Trans Lives Matter.” This was the sign that Hollywood star Darren Criss, 33, and his wife Mia Swier (who’s also a director and producer) held while marching alongside the many other people in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. To show his solidarity, Darren raised his air in a fist, which has become the universal symbol to fight police brutality.

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Melania Trump urges protesters to stay at home after 'awkward' photo-op with husband

Melania Trump has condemned the furious protests which have broken out across the US in the wake of the death of unarmed black man George Floyd at the hands of a white police officer.

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Social media, music world go dark for Black Out Tuesday

NEW YORK – Though Black Out Tuesday was originally organized by the music community, the social media world also went dark in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, joining voices around the world outraged by the killings of black people in the U.S.

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Comcast Unveils $100 Million Plan to Advance Social Justice and Equality

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