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Thousands gather to commemorate 60th anniversary of the March on Washington

Thousands converged Saturday on the National Mall for the 60th anniversary of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s March on Washington, saying a country that remains riven by racial inequality has yet to fulfill his dream.

France 24

Tens of thousands expected for March on Washington’s 60th anniversary demonstration

Tens of thousands of people are expected to gather Saturday at the Lincoln Memorial in the nation’s capital to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have A Dream” speech

The Independent UK

The most iconic moments in Twitter history — from #MeToo to *that* 2014 Oscars selfie

In the wake of Meta launching its Twitter rival today, Emma Loffhagen takes a trip down memory lane: looking back on when the website was a force for good (and fun)

Evening Standard

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Christine King Farris, the last living sibling of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., dies at 95

After the assassination of her brother, Farris worked along with his widow, Coretta Scott King, to preserve and promote his legacy — often behind the scenes.

Chicago Sun-Times

Christine King Farris, MLK’s last sibling, has died

Christine King Farris was always the delicate one among the children of Martin Luther “Daddy” King Sr.

Tribune News Service

Martin Luther King's sister Christine King Farris dies as tributes paid to activist hero

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Daily Mirror

Christine King Farris, the last living sibling of Martin Luther King Jr., dies at 95

Christine King Farris, the last living sibling of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., has died

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AP News Digest 5:40 a.m.

Here are the AP’s latest coverage plans, top stories and promotable content. All times EDT. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s coverage, visit Coverage Plan.

The Independent UK

Martin Luther King’s daughter condemns Ted Cruz and backs calls for ‘racist’ Florida boycott

Texas senator used Dr King’s name in his own tweet attacking the NAACP, one of America’s oldest and best known antiracist institutions

The Independent UK

MLK’s daughter backs call for tourists to boycott ‘racist’ Florida and blasts Ted Cruz

Texas senator used Dr King’s name in his own tweet attacking the NAACP, one of America’s oldest and best known antiracist institutions

The Independent UK

Monument to Coretta Scott King dedicated in Atlanta

Atlanta has a new monument and garden celebrating and honoring the legacy of civil rights activist Coretta Scott King

The Independent UK

Civil rights leaders press Biden to pick Atlanta for DNC

ATLANTA — Civil rights leaders urged President Joe Biden to pick Atlanta to host the Democratic National Convention, arguing that selecting the city for the party’s premier event would honor both its historic legacy and the Black-owned businesses who call the region home.

Tribune News Service

Essay: Martin Luther King Jr. Day should make you uncomfortable

To become beloved, too often Black folks first have to die. And too often, even that isn’t enough.

Los Angeles Times

Maine newspaper apologizes for running a redacted version of 'I Have a Dream' speech

Critics of the Bangor Daily News said the redacted version promotes a whitewashed and sanitized version of Martin Luther King Jr. that does not convey his radical views and work as an activist.

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King’s legacy depends on being a part of change, leaders say

ATLANTA — The youngest daughter of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. says his message of equality — while not easy to carry out — remains a mandate to take action, to save the future of all children and the world.

Al Jazeera

Martin Luther King Jr Day renews push to tackle racial injustice

US federal holiday honouring slain civil rights leader comes amid rising fears over hate crimes, curbs to voting access.

The Independent UK

On King's holiday, daughter calls for bold action over words

America has honored Martin Luther King Jr. with a federal holiday for nearly four decades yet still hasn’t fully embraced and acted on the lessons from the slain civil rights leader, his youngest daughter said Monday

Al Jazeera

What is Martin Luther King Jr Day and why is it celebrated?

Al Jazeera takes a look at this federal holiday and what it means in the United States.

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The Independent UK

MLK holiday to feature tributes, commitments to race agenda

Annual tributes and commemorations of the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., which begin nationwide on Friday, typically include a mix of politics, faith and community service

Fortune

Bernice King fought to define herself on her own terms. Then she realized legacy is just as important

It's a viewpoint purpose-seeking employees and companies can learn from.

The Guardian - US

The unlikely bond between Julia Roberts and Martin Luther King Jr

The civil rights activist and his wife paid the hospital bill for the birth of the actor because her parents couldn’t afford it

WEKU

Martin Luther King Jr. paid the bill for Julia Roberts' birth. Here's the backstory

As fans marked Julia Roberts' birthday last week, they also uncovered a connection between her family and that of the civil rights icon. It all started when her parents opened an acting school.

Los Angeles Times

When Julia Roberts was born, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King paid the bill

Today in random celebrity facts, we learn who paid the hospital bill for Julia Roberts’ parents when she was born in 1967.

The Independent UK

Martin Luther King’s daughter hits back at Kari Lake for saying he would have been a Maga Republican

‘What you share here is false and dismissive of daddy’s seminal work and beliefs’

Salon

D.C. march calls out "politics of greed"

Revived crusade founded by Dr. King focuses on new rise of union organizing at Amazon, Starbucks and elsewhere

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