Trailblazer and Trans Advocate, Laverne Cox Turns 49
Laverne Cox is a trailblazer in the Trans community. Today we celebrate her 49th birthday!
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‘If Beale Street Could Talk’: A Perfect Dose of Warmth & Reality – Movie Review
If Beale Street Could Talk, directed by Barry Jenkins, is an excellent adaptation of James Baldwin’s 1974 novel of the same name, which depicted Black intimacy in the age of uprising racism.
Achimota SHS Refuses Students’ Admission Because of Dreadlocks: Ras Aswad Nkrabea, Jamaican Repatriate and Father of One of the Boys, Speaks on Neo-colonialism Through Hair in Ghana
The socio-political psyche of a post-colonial nation carries the burden of constantly negotiating a cultural paradox, one that entails indigenous and external values gnashing with friction.
Michael Oher: The Story Behind The Blind Side
Michael Oher, the real-life inspiration for The Blind Side, turns 35 this year.
Taking a Step Back: Why Is It Important? – Opinion Piece
Fear of not getting the job or “losing” can stress us out in every aspect of our lives, and as a result, we can start pushing ourselves too hard. In such situations, we have the option of continuing to push our boundaries, which could lead to physical or mental harm, or of taking a step back and reevaluating the stressors in our lives.
Aliko Dangote – Africa’s Richest Person
Dubbed ‘Africa’s Warren Buffet, Aliko Dangote has worked hard to become the richest person on the continent.
Meaningful Beauty: Holistic DIY Facial Skin Care Routines
Beautician Sonia Singh began practicing natural skincare 20 years ago. She specializes in using natural herbal products. I was able to go to her salon this afternoon and witness her work firsthand.
Resistance through Rebellion: Exploring Uprising of the Enslaved on Guyana Independence Day
In honor of Guyana Independence Day, we are celebrating this Caribbean country’s independence from the British by commemorating the African populations’ resistance to chattel slavery on the island. Guyana achieved independence from the British on May 26th, 2021.
Nine and a Half Minutes: One Year Later
The murder of George Floyd occurred one year ago today. The trial of Derek Chauvin, just one month ago, and the trial of the other officers, next year.
Exploring the African Union’s Inception, Initiatives, and Impact on Africa Day
A Congolese proverb says: “A single bracelet does not jiggle”. Similarly, through collective power, Africa would change the destiny and sound of the continent.