Natasha Hastings: The 400 m Diva Turns 35
During her career, she has become known as “The 400 m Diva” after her collegiate team was nicknamed the Gamecock Divas in honor of their mascot.
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Covid Third Wave Threatens Unvaccinated Africa
A problematic vaccine rollout, scarcity of vaccines, plus a sudden and sharp increase in coronavirus cases – these are factors that could trigger a deadly third wave in Africa.
Famous Black Chess Players
As of 2015, there are three grandmasters of African descent. Here’s more about some of these grandmasters and other famous Black chess players.
Chess and Its Cinematic Influence: “Fresh” and “Queen of Katwe” Movies Reviews
While we celebrate World Chess Day by making the proper moves on the board, we will discuss two visually compelling films – Queen of Katwe and Fresh – both of which construct an inspiring experience around the game of Chess.
Colombia Independence Day: How Benkos Biohó, an Enslaved Guinea-Bissaun in Colombia, Formed the First Maroon Community in the Americas
Happy Independence Day, Colombia! On July 20th, 1810, this Caribbean country gained independence from Spain. To celebrate Colombia’s African history, we are exploring the life and impact of Benkos Biohó, a Guinea-Bissauan man in Colombia who founded the first African Maroon town in the America
Stuart Scott Really Was “As Cool as the Other Side of the Pillow”
Stuart was hired to bring a younger audience to ESPN, and first assignments were SportsSmash and SportsNight. As popularity grew, he eventually started winning host chairs and graced the screen on many of the ESPN and Sportscenter commercials.
5 Black Directors Who Changed the Course of Moviemaking
Despite financial and systemic obstacles, Black filmmakers have created tales that are bold, creative, impactful, and necessary for our quickly changing culture.
Celebrating Nelson Mandela International Day
In 1993, Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize along with President de Klerk for their contributions to the demise of apartheid.
Forest Whitaker Celebrates His 60th Birthday
Whitaker has become famous for his left eye ptosis, or drooping of an eyelid, with critics claiming it gives him an “intriguing” or “sleepy and contemplative look”.
Urban Athletic Fashion Through the Decades: From Flo-Jo to Serena Williams, Simone Biles, and Sha’Carrie Richardson
In celebrating Black female athletes and their contributions to the world, we are exploring urban fashion styles displayed by Black female athletes through the decades.