Culture & Entertainment

The Legendary August Wilson of Pittsburgh

Kyrah PageAugust 5, 2022February 10, 202508 mins

Who was August Wilson? What is this building? For what is it used?

Dogust events are cool for the canines

FunTimes StaffAugust 3, 2022February 10, 2025010 mins

Here are some pawsome pet-friendly activities (free or low cost), plus other refreshing events.

5 Famous African Soccer Players

Anand SubramanianAugust 2, 2022February 10, 202508 mins

Africa has provided world football with some famous players who have created magic for their clubs and countries throughout the years.

Rosita, do you see us now?

Karen WarringtonAugust 1, 2022February 10, 202505 mins

It was heart breaking to watch the disappointed faces of two six-year-old African American girls who were ignored while reaching out for a high five with Rosita, a Sesame Street costumed character at the Sesame Place theme park in Langhorne, Pennsylvania.

Ile-Ife: The Cradle of Yoruba Culture and Civilization

Sandra LawrenceJuly 29, 2022February 10, 2025010 mins

Nestled in the heart of Yoruba land in southwestern Nigeria is the ancient city of Ile-Ife.

“Hair” Me Out; Our Hair Is Our Crown

Kyrah PageJuly 28, 2022February 10, 2025014 mins

Our hair cannot be contained or confined but that does not mean our oppressors will not try – and they have.

13 Black Legends Who Received the Presidential Medal of Freedom

Boitumelo MasihlehoJuly 27, 2022February 10, 2025015 mins

On July 7, President Joe Biden awarded the presidential Medal of Freedom to 17 Americans. In light of this prestigious event, here’s a look at some of the wonderful and deserving Black legends who ever received this honor.