Today: October 16, 2024
The Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GWHCC) is set to host its highly anticipated Business Expo 2024 on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center…
This year, Usher, a nominee for five awards including Entertainer of the Year, will be honored with the prestigious 2024 President’s Award…
Varaidzo (Vee) Kativhu, a 25-year-old education activist from Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom, has been making waves with her impactful work in advocating for girls’ education and empowerment. Founder of Empowered By Vee, a youth empowerment organization, Vee utilizes her social media…
The societal view of Afro-hair has been an unsafe, judgemental space for centuries. From texturism to upkeep, type 4 hair lacks uplifting representation, especially for African women. Lupita Nyong’o pushes the boundaries by boldly expressing pride in her African heritage and features.…
The 96th annual Academy Awards witnessed the triumph of black stars, breaking barriers and leaving their mark on Hollywood. Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Kris Bowers, and Cord Jefferson took home prestigious Oscars, celebrating their exceptional contributions to the film industry. Da’Vine Joy Randolph:…
In preparation for International Women’s Day 2024, I felt compelled to delve into the perspective of Black women colleagues in the media industry on the theme of “Inspire Inclusion.” Although time constraints limited my reach, the insights I gathered illuminated a crucial…
Toy manufacturer Mattel honored prominent women such as Viola Davis, Dame Helen Mirren, Shania Twain, and Kylie Minogue with unique Barbie dolls to celebrate International Women’s Day and Barbie’s 65th birthday. Unlike regular Barbie dolls, these one-of-a-kind creations are not for sale…
New York Knicks, star player Jalen Brunson suffered a frightening knee injury just 47 seconds into their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday night. However, a subsequent medical evaluation brought a sense of relief to the team and fans. The incident…
Born in Sierra Leone in 1990, Ib Kamara was forced to flee to Gambia during his country’s civil war, living with relatives before moving to London at 16. In an industry where the representation of Black individuals is still evolving, Mr. Kamara…
Beyoncé’s country-themed debut album debut made history on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. Queen Bee’s upcoming Country record is one of many anticipated albums for the year, including Ariana Grande and Normani. Her single, “Texas Hold ‘Em” reached No. 1 on the…
