Why a handwritten will found in Aretha Franklin’s couch got R‑E‑S‑P‑E‑C‑T from a jury
The four-page document, drafted in 2014, will now guide how the singer’s multimillion-dollar estate and royalties will be distributed among her heirs.
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Mount Afadja (Mt Afadjato or “Avedzeto.”)
Are you an adventure seeker looking for a new challenge in Ghana? Look no further than Mount Afadjato, the highest mountain in the country!
The Role of Black Women in Shaping American History
Black women have played an integral role in shaping American history, yet their contributions often go unrecognized and underappreciated.
Soulful Salute: Souleymane Cissé, a Trailblazer Celebrating African Excellence in Filmmaking
Cissé is a celebrated Malian film director who has been making movies since the early 1970s.
Noted Historian Charles L. Blockson Remembered
Charles Blockson, a noted historian, author, bibliophile and collector, has died at the ageof 89. He is being remembered as the “architect of one of the most prestigious collections of African American artifacts in the US.”
Remembering First US Black Catholic Priest, Fr. Augustus Tolton
His journey from slavery to priesthood and his unwavering commitment to his faith continue to inspire generations, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit and the power of unwavering belief.
Milisuthando: A Powerful Documentary Sparking Conversations on Black Identity in the African Community
Taking the form of a personal essay, it’s an intimate story about family and ancestors, about “inside apartheid’s experiment” and negotiating the complex world of post-apartheid South Africa.
DOES LAGOS BELONG TO THE YORUBAS: WHY NEW PROPERTY AND BUSINESS OWNERSHIP LAWS
The question of who are the “real” Lagosians is complex and multifaceted.
Confronting the History of Black Exclusion in US Music Education
When it comes to achieving racial diversity, music education at the university level in the U.S. still has a long way to go.
Juneteenth vs. July 4
Both observances commemorate freedom, but they represent distinct milestones in the journey of African Americans.