Hamilton Star, Leslie Odom, Jr. Celebrates His 40th Birthday
His breakout role came in the role of Aaron Burr in Lin Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton.
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Exploring Delicious Ivorian Cuisine on Ivory Coast Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Ivory Coast! On August 6th, 1960, this Francophone West African country gained independence from the French. Today we are exploring the cuisine of Ivory Coast, also known as Côte d’Ivoire.
Jesse Williams, Actor & Activist Turns 40
In addition to his career as an entertainer, Jesse Williams is an activist.
Former President Barack Obama Celebrates His 60th Birthday
Obama ran with the campaign promise of change and won the election. Some 1.8 million people attended his presidential inauguration and watched as he was sworn in using the very same Bible that Abraham Lincoln used during his own inauguration in 1861.
Burkina Faso Independence: The Story of Princess Yennega, a Mamprusi from Northern Ghana who Birthed the Mossi Tribe of Burkina Faso
Happy Independence Day, Burkina Faso! On August 5th, 1960, this West African country gained independence from France. Today we are exploring the story and legend of Princess Yennega, a Mamprusi woman from present-day northern Ghana whose son founded the Mossi kingdom of Burkina Faso
5 Black TV Shows People Should Be Watching Right Now
In this article, we will look at 5 Black TV programs that range from surrealistic to realistic portrayals of Black lives and culture.
A Peek Inside the Wodaabe Tribe’s Culture and Gewerol Mating Rituals on Niger Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Niger! On August 3rd, 1960, this West African country gained independence from the French. To celebrate the country’s independence, we are exploring the Wodaabe tribe’s culture and the fascinating Gewerol mating rituals.
8 Influential Black Athletes in Olympic History
While you enjoy the 2021 Tokyo Summer Olympics, check out some history-making Black athletes who have competed at the Olympics.
Most Talked About Black Celeb Pregnancy Announcements
Celebrities know how to get the internet talking when they share big personal news but nothing breaks the internet like when they’re announced they’re expecting! We share some of the most talked-about celeb pregnancy announcements.
Exploring the Fon Kingdom of Dahomey Kingdom on Benin Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Benin! On August 1st, 1975, this West African country gained independence from the French. We are honoring this country’s independence by exploring the legacy of the Dahomey Kingdom.