Childhood Best Friends Celebrate Graduating From Law School Together
What’s better than one lawyer? TWO! 🎓🙌🏾 Ashlee M. Davis, J.D., recently graduated cum laude from American University Washington College of Law, but she didn’t do it alone. Her best friend of 22 years, Tianna Williams, J.D., graduated right alongside her! In a heartwarming photoshoot shared on social media, @theashleemichelle @tinic0lee posed together in their […]
Tika Sumpter Shines at The Momference, the Nation’s Annual Celebration of Black Motherhood
To a crowd of mamas clad in various shades of purple, Tika Sumpter inspired moms to bloom where they’re planted! The seventh annual Momference, a highly anticipated retreat for millennial moms of color, recently wrapped up another successful celebration in Washington, D.C., the organizers shared with Because of Them We Can. Hosted by District Motherhued–a […]
Happy Father’s Day! Advice for Black Fathers From Black Fathers
Because of Dad, we can do anything. Our Black fathers teach us how to be bold, fearless, and throw down on the grill or at the Spades table. Good Black fathers support the family, the house, and us kids when we need someone in our corner with a strong shoulder to lean on. But sometimes, […]
Baltimore Students Make History as First Team of Black Women to Win Policy Debate at Chicago Tournament
They worked really hard for this! Nevaeh Rita Sencion and Saidah Ervin are students at Baltimore City College High School and members of the school’s policy debate team, WMAR 2 News reports. Academic scholars who have both participated on debate teams since middle school, the duo recently traveled to Chicago to participate in the National […]
Chaka Khan, Queen of Funk, Performs Classics in NPR Tiny Desk Concert
The Queen of Funk has brought her magic to Tiny Desk! In honor of #BlackMusicMonth, NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Concert series welcomed Chaka Khan to perform some of her greatest hits. This celebration aims to spotlight the talent and contributions of Black women across various genres. View this post on Instagram A post shared by […]
Will Smith Surprises Audience After Watching ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ in Theaters With Them
During a press tour for his new action comedy movie ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die,’ Will Smith made a surprise appearance at a local theater in Baldwin Hills, California. Disguised with a mask and hat, Smith watched the film incognito, blending seamlessly with the audience in the back row. It wasn’t until the movie ended […]
April Verrett Named First Black Woman President Of Nation’s Largest Service Workers Union
This is major! In a landmark moment for the labor movement, April Verrett has been named the first Black woman President of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), the nation’s largest service workers union, SEIU reports. Her election marks a significant step forward in the ongoing struggle for diversity, equity, and systemic change within the […]
Morehouse Man Who First Enrolled 30+ Years Ago Celebrates Finally Earning College Degree
Demetrius Banks has achieved his lifelong dream, graduating from the prestigious Morehouse College this past month. But his journey at Morehouse began over three decades ago, serving as a testament to the principle that it’s never too late to chase your dreams. Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, @dbbanks journey at Morehouse began in 1991, and […]
Victoria Monét Pays Homage to Michael and Janet Jackson in New “Alright” Music Video
This is how you do a tribute!🌟 In her highly-anticipated music video for the single “Alright” off her debut album, “Jaguar II,” dropped Monday night, Victoria Monét pays homage to none other than the legendary siblings, Michael and Janet Jackson. michael, you shall be forever influencing your musical sons & daughters. pic.twitter.com/lGunjK0kgN — 𝓚. 🌹⛲️ […]
Kyrie Irving Signs Father Drederick Irving as First Signature Athlete for Anta Shoe Line
Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving has signed a true MVP to his ANTA shoe line: his father, Drederick Irving. This groundbreaking move marks the first time in sneaker history that a player has signed their own father to a shoe deal, The Athletic reports. Sources: Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving is signing the first signature […]