The True Story Behind The Legend of Japan’s First Black Samurai
Last year, Netflix released a new animated series entitled Yasuke. Voiced by actor LaKeith Stanfield, the series originally cast the late Chadwick Boseman. The show follows the story of a lonely boatman, once known as the Black Samurai, on his journey to protect a young girl with magical powers. Set in 16th century Japan, the anime series has all […]
This 12-year-old is now the youngest Black college student in Oklahoma
His oldest sister is his biggest motivator! Meet the Oklahoma kid who just became OKC’s youngest Black college student at 12 years old, Black Enterprise reports. Elijah Muhammad Jr., who was being home-schooled as a high school senior, is now joining a long list of young people who are seeking higher education early. His path is similar […]
90-Year-Old Mississippi Woman Celebrates Earning Honorary GED
She’s making sure she doesn’t have any regrets! A 90-year-old Mississippi woman is celebrating earning her honorary GED, Fox Carolina reports. Everyone has at least one dream they want to fulfill. For some, it’s a business they’ve been wanting to launch. For others, it’s to cross off skydiving or taking a trip to a faraway land off […]
100 coconuts is the first and only Black Owned Coconut Water Brand
He’s keeping the community hydrated! This New York City entrepreneur is the proud owner of the first and only Black-owned coconut water brand, 100 Coconuts. Gregory Lowe II became interested in coconut water after learning of the many health benefits the drink provides such as its antioxidant properties, supporting heart health, and keeping you hydrated. However, […]
Howard University Appoints First Black Woman Dean of College of Medicine For the First Time Ever
For the first time in 154 years, Howard University has a Black woman Dean of College of Medicine. Founded in 1868, Howard University’s College of Medicine has always had one goal: prepare its students to deliver care in medically underserved communities. According to The Department of Health’s Primary Care Bureau, Washington, D.C has nine designated Health Professional […]
4 TV Sitcoms From the 90s That Embodied Black Excellence
These shows changed the game! Recently, we have been experiencing a resurgence of Black television’s heyday. Everyday new and exciting sitcoms are emerging, many of them defining a new generation of Black excellence. There are shows like Kenya Barris’ “Black-ish” and Issa Rae’s “Insecure,” both of which just wrapped their final seasons. And while only time will tell how […]
5 Places To Visit in NYC if you want to learn more Black history
Historical landmarks and museum exhibits are some of the main ways we learn Black history. There are many around the United States that are dedicated to Black pioneers and heroes, such as Fred Hampton’s Chicago home, Saint Elmo Brady’s National Historic Chemical Landmark, and Rosa Park’s statue in Montgomery, Alabama. Pieces of our history are still being acknowledged today; Ruth […]
9 Black Owned Businesses That Deserve Your Support This Season
Just about everyone loves to shop. Even if we leave the house with zero intention to spend money, a dollar somehow always manages to get spent. According to Sunmark Credit Union, the average daily spending by Americans of all ages is $164.55. Based on data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, in 2020 alone the […]
4 Things You Didn’t Know About Abolitionist Sojourner Truth
She dedicated her life to freedom! Many times, when we think of the ancestors who have paved the way, particularly in the area of abolitionists or civil rights leaders, they are promulgated as these larger-than-life figures. Their accomplishments were so critical to shaping American history that they almost seem ethereal. And while the gravity of […]
5 Viral Videos That Had Us In Our Feels This Week
We couldn’t get enough of these feel-good stories! Every week the internet is rife with content. There is some good and of course some bad, but here at Because of Them We Can, we specialize only in the good stuff. Week after week, we sift through endless hours of content to bring you the stories we […]