Get fired up for June finale & July 4th’ firsts’
July takes it to the next level, with the ‘Dynamic Five’ synonymous with Independence Day: Food, fireworks, fun, family and the Fourth!
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Drawing, making music and writing poetry can support healing and bring more humanity to health care in US hospitals
Evidence shows that taking part in art programs has many therapeutic benefits.
6 books that explain the history and meaning of Juneteenth
Juneteenth – the long-standing holiday that commemorates the arrival of news of emancipation and freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, in 1865 – became a federal holiday in 2021.
Do you need to wash rice before cooking? Here’s the science
Rice is a staple food for billions of people in Asia and Africa.
After ‘Rapper’s Delight,’ Black hip-hop went global – its impact has been massive; so too efforts to keep it real
The rapid spread of “Rapper’s Delight” is an important milestone in hip-hop’s first 50 years.
Shaka Zulu is back in Black pop culture – how the famous king has been portrayed over the decades
Shaka Zulu is one of the most famous figures in South African history, even though not much is actually known about him.
Breaking Barriers: African Americans Pursue PhDs and College Degrees Behind Bars
This transformative trend challenges societal perceptions of incarcerated individuals and highlights the power of education in breaking the cycle of incarceration.
Unveiling the Top African American Innovators in Healthcare: Revolutionizing the Field
These African American innovators have left an indelible mark on the healthcare industry through their pioneering work, visionary thinking, and relentless pursuit of better healthcare outcomes.
Mama Ngina Kenyatta at 90: the quiet power behind Kenya’s famous political family
She was by her husband’s side when Kenya won independence 60 years ago and for many turbulent years thereafter.
Juicy June
It seems like June just got started, but here we are racing towards hot July. June, though, still has some sweet event juice left in it. FunTimers, let’s squeeze June until the last drop!