Metro Boomin Donates $100K to Single Mom-Focused Nonprofits in Honor of His Late Mother
He’s making his mother proud! Grammy-award-winning producer Metro Boomin is giving back to his hometown in a major way, honoring his mother’s legacy by uplifting women in St. Louis, Variety reports. Metro Boomin, renowned for his signature beats on tracks with elite hip-hop artists like Future and Kanye West, has made a generous donation of […]
Uncle Nearest Surpasses $1B Valuation, Becoming Fastest-Growing U.S. Whiskey Brand in History
Now this is worth celebrating! Fawn Weaver is making history, not just for herself, but for rewriting the narrative of American whiskey and honoring a long-overlooked figure: Nearest Green. Uncle Nearest, the brand Weaver founded to celebrate Green’s legacy, has become the fastest-growing American whiskey brand ever, according to Forbes. Green, a formerly enslaved man, […]
PJ Morton & Anika Noni Rose Release New Song for ‘Princess and the Frog’ Attraction
Get ready for an enchanting musical journey through the bayou! Grammy-winner PJ Morton and talented singer/actress Anika Noni Rose, the voice of Princess Tiana, teamed up to create a brand-new song for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. The jazzy number is now streaming across all major platforms! The release coincides with the second episode of Disney’s YouTube […]
Minneapolis Woman on Quest to Become First Black Woman to Solo Kayak Down the Mississippi River
Devin Brown, a Minneapolis-based kayaker, has embarked on a historic journey. Earlier this week, Brown began paddling from the source of the Mississippi River at Lake Itasca with a goal of reaching the Gulf of Mexico. Completing the feat will make her the first Black woman to solo kayak the entire length of the river, […]
The History of 20th Century Black Music Lies in Harlem at the Iconic Apollo Theater
It’s not just a landmark of Harlem, but a cornerstone of Black musical performance. On Harlem‘s legendary 125th Street sits a pillar of Black music history: the Apollo Theater. More than just a venue, the Apollo has been a launchpad for legends, a testing ground for rising stars, and a vibrant showcase of Black artistic […]
Morehouse Graduate Thanks Incarcerated Uncle for Taking Out Loan to Help Him Finish School
He has the support of a strong community around him! In a heartfelt and inspiring story of the power of community, Darius, recently shared his remarkable journey to graduating from Morehouse College. In a tweet that has resonated with many, Darius revealed a key turning point in his senior year. “Last one, but in order […]
Kenyan President Signs Agreements With HBCUs to Promote Economic Development & STEM Education Between Countries
Kenya is making waves in the educational sphere! The East African country has entered a groundbreaking partnership that connects the nation with some of America’s most prestigious Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Black Enterprise reports. Kenyan President William Ruto recently confirmed that the Kenyan government has signed agreements with HBCUs such as Spelman College, […]
Joe Mazzulla Makes History As Youngest Head Coach To Reach NBA Finals
After an impressive sweep of the Indiana Pacers during the Eastern Conference Finals, Boston Celtics head coach, Joe Mazzula, is going to the NBA Finals–and he’s also going into the history books. Mazzula will be the youngest head coach to reach the NBA Finals since 1969, NBC Sports reports. At just 35 years old, Mazzula […]
Chelsea Manalo Becomes First Black Filipino Woman To Be Crowned Miss Universe Philippines
We already know Black women reign supreme, but Miss Philippines just made it official. On Wednesday, May 22nd, Chelsea Manalo became the first Black woman to be crowned Miss Universe Philippines and will represent the island nation in the Miss Universe global pageant. Born to a Filipino mother and African American father and representing the […]
D.C. Teacher Partners With Legendary Backyard Band for a New Go-Go Rendition of the ABCs
We need more teachers like this! Kendall Maloney, a teacher at Bunker Hill Elementary School in Northeast Washington, D.C., is known for her innovative teaching methods. She consistently finds ways to engage her students in Black history and their academic curriculum, rallying the community to bolster her efforts. In 2022, Maloney’s initiative to recreate iconic […]