Here’s a Roundup of the Best 2023 Halloween Costumes
They did that! Halloween is always a fun time where adults and children alike get to be their most creative. This year we’ve seen adorable family themes, fun celebrity remakes, and to be honest, the adults are really giving the children a run for their money – and candy! In true celebration of the spooky […]
Two Black Congresswomen Are Responsible for FDA’s Proposed Ban of Hair Relaxers with Formaldehyde
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is planning to propose a ban on certain hair-straightening products, such as chemical relaxers and pressing products, reports NBC News. The reason for the ban is that certain products have been linked to health risks, according to an entry in the Unified Agenda. The attention brought to these possibly […]
Texas Elementary School Teacher Goes Viral After Planning Mock Trip to Mexico for Students
This teacher has gone above and beyond! Sonja White is a first-grade teacher at Trinity Leadership at Cedar Hill Elementary School in Cedar Hill, Texas, WFAA reports. While speaking with her young scholars, she inquired about things they wanted to do that they hadn’t done before, with the goal of exposing them to different cultures […]
Howard University Makes History With First HBCU Skating Team
Howard University just became the first HBCU to create a skating team! Maya James and Cheyenne Walker are the co-founders of the figure skating club on campus, reports US Figure Skating. Both skaters ultimately chose a college without a team and immediately found themselves missing the sport. “I just missed the sport, honestly,” James said. […]
FAMU Father and Son Drum Majors Make History in Heartwarming Homecoming Video
Legacy, legacy, legacy, legacy. Black excellence, baby, let them see! A new viral video is really capturing the essence of HBCU homecomings! If you’ve never been, it is the lifeblood of historically Black colleges and a time where students, faculty, staff, and alumni all descend on campus to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of their […]
A$AP Rocky Named New Creative Director of Puma’s Formula 1 Collection
Rapper, model, and designer A$AP Rocky has just been named as the creative director of a new partnership between Puma and Formula 1 (F1), reports USA Today. Known for his innovative trends and personal style as leader of the popular A$AP Mob hip hop collective, Rocky will help bring life to the new collection which […]
Entrepreneur Roderick Batson Is Helping Houston Residents with Disabilities Find Employment
Roderick Batson is using his businesses to give back! Batson has two organizations committed to helping people with disabilities in the Houston, Texas, area. He is able to provide them with employment and help break the stigma that they experience from their disabilities. “It’s inspiring to see a population of people who are labeled with […]
Tyrod Taylor Makes History as First Black Quarterback to Win Game for the NY Giants
The New York Giants, a team that joined the NFL back in 1925, witnessed a historic moment on October 22. For the first time in the team’s over 90-year history, a Black quarterback led them to victory, NBC Sports reports. Tyrod Taylor, a seasoned 34-year-old quarterback who has played for several teams throughout his career, […]
WIT Scholarship to Cover Full Costs for Black Students Pursuing STEM Careers
Wade Institute of Technology is looking to encourage Black students to pursue careers in STEM! WIT is an experiential Silicon Valley-based college for students of African descent pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. The college announced that it is accepting applications for the 2024 Wade Scholarship Program (WSP), which covers the full […]
Tyler Perry Lands 8-Movie Netflix Film Deal
Media entrepreneur and filmmaker Tyler Perry has signed a deal with Netflix to write, direct, and produce eight new movies for the streaming service, according to The Hollywood Reporter. This follows a previous agreement with Amazon for four feature films. While specific plot details are currently unavailable, the collaboration with Netflix marks another significant milestone […]