Today: December 20, 2024
Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. has once again secured its place among the elite pediatric care institutions in the United States, according to the newly released U.S. News & World Report 2024-25 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings. This marks the eighth consecutive…
Lupita Nyong’o has been officially announced as the newest Chanel ambassador, a significant milestone for both the actress and the renowned French fashion house. This collaboration highlights Nyong’o’s longstanding connection with Chanel, having been a loyal friend of the brand for over…
Washington, DC, has been awarded a $49.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education aimed at enhancing student literacy outcomes. Announced by Mayor Muriel Bowser in the second week of the National Book Month, this five-year Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD)…
23andMe has recently come under fire due to a major data breach affecting nearly 7 million accounts and the alarming resignation of its entire board, leaving many wondering what will become of the genetic information of approximately 15 million users. In November…
African descendants in the Americas who can trace their ancestry to the Republic of Benin are now eligible for the country’s citizenship. This move is in acknowledging the nation’s complex legacy in the transatlantic slave trade and reconnecting descendants of enslaved Africans…
Since May, Bravo (BravoTV) has paused the Black-centered reality show Summer House: Martha’s Vineyard from moving into its third season. As the CEO of TANTV, a Black-owned media platform dedicated to highlighting diverse narratives within the African and Black multicultural diaspora, I…
On October 1, 2024, Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido celebrated Nigeria’s Independence Day in style by launching his second collaboration with Puma at their flagship store in New York City. The event was a vibrant blend of culture and fashion, featuring a DJ…
During the National Book Month Celebration ceremony at Stanton Elementary School, Mayor Muriel Bowser named Jazzmyne Townsend the 2025 DC Teacher of the Year. Joined by Interim State Superintendent Dr. Antoinette S. Mitchell and DCPS Chancellor Lewis D. Ferebee, Townsend received the…
Winners of the 39th Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards which took place on October 1 were announced at the Lincoln Theatre, showcasing the District’s rich, artistic talent and cultural contributions. “Washington, DC is home to some of the most dynamic creatives in the…
In a decade, Washington, D.C. has invested more than $1.5 Billion in affordable housing leading to over 15,000 units completed. This statistics is according to a report titled “Protecting Affordable Housing” delivered by Mayor Muriel Bowser and DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson…
