Celebrate Entertainer and Advocate Jamie Foxx On His 53rd Birthday
Noticing that women often had a much easier time getting a spot at the open-mic nights, Eric Bishop started using the gender neutral name, Jamie Foxx.
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Exploring the Majestic Maasai Tribe on Kenya Independence
On Kenyan Independence Day, we are highlighting one of its most well known tribes: the Maasai. Most Maasai are known for their tall stature, spears, red clothing and retention of traditional culture. Beyond the surface, there is so much more. Let’s jump right in!
“Lift Every Voice and Sing”: Understanding The Black National Anthem
In 1899, years after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, James Weldon Johnson penned the poem “Lift Every Voice and Sing” as a way to commemorate the late president’s birthday.
4 Black ASMR Creators to Follow for Soothing Sounds
ASMR is a growing phenomenon on YouTube but lacks diversity. We’re highlighting 4 Black ASMR creators to subscribe to for relaxation.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Becomes Youngest Nobel Prize Laureate
At the age of thirty-five, Martin Luther King, Jr. became the youngest man to receive the Nobel Peace Prize.
Perspective: Men and Self-Care
Mr. Jehmeil Shrouder, CEO and co-founder of the Jamaican production company, Scrapeline, recently shared his thoughts with FunTimes Magazine about men and self-care.
Hydration and Self Care
Did you know that the human body is roughly 65% water? Additionally, we lose water daily through sweating, exhaling and going to the bathroom. We must consistently replenish or else dehydration and its complications may set in.
Tanzania Independence Day: Mount Kilimanjaro, Wildlife and Animal Preservation
On Tanzania’s Independence Day, we take a look inside Mount Kilimanjaro, wildlife in the country and the impact of anti-poaching initiatives in the region.
8 Black Skincare Brands for the Best Self-Care Day
Self-care is a broad term that encompasses just about anything a person does for for themselves, and having a good skincare routine to keep your skin happy and healthy is an easy way to practice self-care. We want to highlight 8 Black-owned skincare brands to add to your at-home facials and skincare routine.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie – One of Africa’s Greatest Modern Writers
From a small town in Nigeria to international stages speaking on the importance of feminism, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has become one of Africa’s most celebrated modern writers whose work has received critical acclaim.