Petty Shabazz (Shaye Tova)
@shayetova.bsky.social
ABookDoctor. Associate Professor. Black Lives Matter. Black Women Matter.Peloton Rider. Roll Tide. 💕💚
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In June, Latricia Green pleaded for a protection order from her ex-husband. It was denied. She asked again in July. It wasn’t served.
She was shot and killed by her ex-husband this morning inside a Detroit hospital
She was shot and killed by her ex-husband this morning inside a Detroit hospital
Last month, hospital shooting victim sought protection from ex 'before this goes too far'
The cries for help from Latricia Green appeared in black and white, first in a personal protection order sought on June 13th of this year in Wayne County Circuit Court.
www.wxyz.com
August 23, 2025 at 12:29 AM
In June, Latricia Green pleaded for a protection order from her ex-husband. It was denied. She asked again in July. It wasn’t served.
She was shot and killed by her ex-husband this morning inside a Detroit hospital
She was shot and killed by her ex-husband this morning inside a Detroit hospital
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If I were ever given a choice, I’d choose to be Black every single time! I love Black ppl so much 😂🤣
August 16, 2025 at 11:36 AM
If I were ever given a choice, I’d choose to be Black every single time! I love Black ppl so much 😂🤣
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This is the stupidest possible harbinger of the Apocalypse
Hand soaps are now being recalled because they can cause serious infection including sepsis and death.
In “healthy” individuals with minor cuts they will likely cause localized infection, but in immune compromised people it could be fatal.
Truly the worst timeline:
In “healthy” individuals with minor cuts they will likely cause localized infection, but in immune compromised people it could be fatal.
Truly the worst timeline:
Hand soaps recalled nationwide over potential for 'serious and life-threatening infections'
A number of soap products sold nationwide are being recalled over concerns that using them could result in "serious and life-threatening infections."
www.nbcchicago.com
August 14, 2025 at 1:48 AM
This is the stupidest possible harbinger of the Apocalypse
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Dawn Staley on IMO with Craig Robinson & Michelle Obama
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#BlackPods #BlackBookpods #blacksky
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#BlackPods #BlackBookpods #blacksky
DAWN STALEY on Women’s Sports: We’re Just Getting Started | IMO
YouTube video by Michelle Obama
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August 13, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Dawn Staley on IMO with Craig Robinson & Michelle Obama
youtu.be/jOfDmSYfruU?...
#BlackPods #BlackBookpods #blacksky
youtu.be/jOfDmSYfruU?...
#BlackPods #BlackBookpods #blacksky
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Beach Thing Fun Fact 2:
Wade and Gage aren’t *based* on Marshall and Denaun but their long-time friendship was an inspiration for this duo. Much like the real life pair, Wade and Gage are as close as brothers and their successes are intricately linked.
#BlackBookSky #BlackRomance
Wade and Gage aren’t *based* on Marshall and Denaun but their long-time friendship was an inspiration for this duo. Much like the real life pair, Wade and Gage are as close as brothers and their successes are intricately linked.
#BlackBookSky #BlackRomance
August 13, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Beach Thing Fun Fact 2:
Wade and Gage aren’t *based* on Marshall and Denaun but their long-time friendship was an inspiration for this duo. Much like the real life pair, Wade and Gage are as close as brothers and their successes are intricately linked.
#BlackBookSky #BlackRomance
Wade and Gage aren’t *based* on Marshall and Denaun but their long-time friendship was an inspiration for this duo. Much like the real life pair, Wade and Gage are as close as brothers and their successes are intricately linked.
#BlackBookSky #BlackRomance
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Beyoncé gifted Louis Vuitton to her ‘COWBOY CARTER’ dancers following the completion of the tour:
“Thank you for all your hard work and dedication the last couple of months.”
“Thank you for all your hard work and dedication the last couple of months.”
August 11, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Beyoncé gifted Louis Vuitton to her ‘COWBOY CARTER’ dancers following the completion of the tour:
“Thank you for all your hard work and dedication the last couple of months.”
“Thank you for all your hard work and dedication the last couple of months.”
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Beyoncé Wins Her 1st Primetime Emmy for ‘Beyoncé Bowl’
Beyoncé Wins Her 1st Primetime Emmy for ‘Beyoncé Bowl’
Beyonce has won her first Primetime Emmy award for her Netflix special 'Beyoncé Bowl.'
bit.ly
August 12, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Beyoncé Wins Her 1st Primetime Emmy for ‘Beyoncé Bowl’
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I’m CACKLINGGGGG HAVE YALL SEEN THIS
August 2, 2025 at 3:32 AM
I’m CACKLINGGGGG HAVE YALL SEEN THIS
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All folks had to do was vote for MVP Harris. That’s it.
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media.tenor.com
August 1, 2025 at 8:32 PM
All folks had to do was vote for MVP Harris. That’s it.
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July 1, 2025 at 4:55 AM
Wordle 1,472 1/6
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I’m never going to see precedented times
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media.tenor.com
June 22, 2025 at 12:37 AM
I’m never going to see precedented times
All y’all had to do was vote for the VP with some sense. All you had to do was not be racist, sexist, and incredibly stupid…a fucking clown
June 22, 2025 at 2:02 AM
All y’all had to do was vote for the VP with some sense. All you had to do was not be racist, sexist, and incredibly stupid…a fucking clown
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S.A Cosby does not miss.
June 21, 2025 at 4:59 PM
S.A Cosby does not miss.
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Here is the NYT review of my new book! I truly appreciate the reviewer’s ability to recognize the personal import of my vision and what this holds for American culture!
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/21/b...
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/21/b...
For Black Women, Life in America Has Always Been a Crossroads
www.nytimes.com
June 21, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Here is the NYT review of my new book! I truly appreciate the reviewer’s ability to recognize the personal import of my vision and what this holds for American culture!
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/21/b...
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/21/b...
It’s really not sitting well with me that them Deja Blue shirts not on the site. Beyoncé pleaseeee🥹
June 21, 2025 at 4:58 PM
It’s really not sitting well with me that them Deja Blue shirts not on the site. Beyoncé pleaseeee🥹
We talk about mental health a lot more now, but we don’t talk enough about how difficult it is to get resources to those in need when they aren’t willing/aren’t capable of recognizing they are in need.
May 30, 2025 at 10:31 PM
We talk about mental health a lot more now, but we don’t talk enough about how difficult it is to get resources to those in need when they aren’t willing/aren’t capable of recognizing they are in need.
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Doug and I are saddened to learn of President Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis. We are keeping him, Dr. Biden, and their entire family in our hearts and prayers during this time.
May 18, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Doug and I are saddened to learn of President Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis. We are keeping him, Dr. Biden, and their entire family in our hearts and prayers during this time.
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You cannot enable someone while simultaneously hoping they will change.
Those two things cannot coexist peacefully.
Those two things cannot coexist peacefully.
May 14, 2025 at 11:05 PM
You cannot enable someone while simultaneously hoping they will change.
Those two things cannot coexist peacefully.
Those two things cannot coexist peacefully.
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"What is the responsible course of action? The answer now lies in refusal, the withdrawal of participation from systems that require dishonesty as the price of belonging. My resignation represents such a refusal, not a surrender of responsibility but an assertion of it."
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Why I’m Resigning from the NSF and Library of Congress
I cannot participate in systems that require dishonesty as the price of belonging.
time.com
May 13, 2025 at 1:06 PM
"What is the responsible course of action? The answer now lies in refusal, the withdrawal of participation from systems that require dishonesty as the price of belonging. My resignation represents such a refusal, not a surrender of responsibility but an assertion of it."
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Not Cardi & Stefon Diggs sitting front row at the Knicks game…
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media.tenor.com
May 13, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Not Cardi & Stefon Diggs sitting front row at the Knicks game…
Giselle hit that stage on time tonight!
May 10, 2025 at 3:14 AM
Giselle hit that stage on time tonight!