Today: October 23, 2024
Dikembe Mutombo, a towering figure on and off the court, has left a legendary legacy in the world, particularly in his homeland, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Beyond his celebrated NBA career, Mutombo’s legacy is defined by his profound commitment…
Today, September 30, Mayor Muriel Bowser will host the 39th Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards with the theme “Homecoming: Celebrating DC’s Creative Spirit.” The event which starts at 6:00 pm ET will be hosted alongside the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and…
On Wednesday, September 18, a group of Black women pivotal to NASA’s achievements during the space race, known as the “Hidden Figures,” were celebrated in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony on Capitol Hill. Though befitting, it is sad that out of these…
This August, the inaugural International African Diaspora Dance Traditions Conference, IADDTC, debuted in the historic center of Salvador, Brazil. The conference united diaspora dancers of different backgrounds to experience history and connections through conversation and movement in alignment with the theme, “Honoring…
To combat increasing crime in Washington, D.C., City Council member Christina Henderson has pushed a new bill that will allow businesses such as restaurants, bars, and other retail stores to operate on a cashless basis. The Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Amendment Act…
People often say you shouldn’t mix business with pleasure, but I’ve always believed in doing just that when the opportunity arises. Running a media and tech company like TANTV keeps me busy with meetings and client calls, so when I get a…
Despite Trump’s support for the “Right to IVF” bill, Senate Republicans have ensured the Democrat failed a second time. In a second vote on September 17, the bill sponsored by Senator Tammy Duckworth failed to secure the necessary 60 votes with a…
Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o is set to debut her highly anticipated podcast, Mind Your Own, on September 19. This new storytelling series promises a unique exploration of the African diaspora, weaving together personal narratives and cultural insights from across the globe. Mind…
Washington, D.C. – The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation has honored President Biden with a CBC Lifetime Achievement Award on September 14 at Walter E. Washington Convention Center in downtown Washington, D.C. Receiving the Phoenix Award, Biden praised the CBC for its…
U.S. Marine Corps General Michael Langley, Commander of the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), outlined a new strategy for military cooperation in Africa during a press briefing on Thursday, September 12. The briefing, held by the U.S. Department of State’s Africa Regional Media…
