28 Years After Wrestling Debut, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Officially Owns His Name
His stage name pays homage to his father, WWE Hall of Famer Rocky Johnson, part of the first Black championship-winning duo in WWE history alongside Tony Atlas. The name “The Rock” has echoed through arenas, movie theaters, and the world of entertainment for decades, but surprisingly, Dwayne Johnson had never legally owned it—until now. According […]
Aliko Dangote, Africa’s Richest Man, Opens New Oil Refinery In Nigeria
Africa’s wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, is about to become even richer. According to Forbes, Dangote’s net worth is $19.6 billion. Now, he’s opening one of the world’s biggest oil refineries in Nigeria. The $19 billion project began in mid-January. The billionaire founder and chairman of the multinational conglomerate, the Dangote Group, opened the Dangote Petroleum […]
Actress Danielle Brooks Is Officially an EGOT Nominee
Danielle Brooks is now an EGOT nominee! After her recent Best Supporting Actress Oscar nomination for her role as Sofia in “The Color Purple,” Brooks now has an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony nomination. Plus, she won a Grammy Award in 2017 for Best Musical Theater Album for The Color Purple (New Broadway Cast Recording). Brooks posted about […]
Raheem Morris Makes History As the Atlanta Falcons’ First Black Head Coach
Raheem Morris is making history! Morris recently became the Atlanta Falcons’ first Black head coach. According to Fox 5 Atlanta, the hiring ensures there will be at least nine head coaches of color to start the 2024 season, which is the most ever for the NFL. “This is a historic day for the Atlanta Falcons […]
‘The Bear’ Actress Ayo Edebiri Will Host ‘Saturday Night Live’
Ayo Edebiri is on fire right now! The actress is currently cleaning up at awards shows like The Emmy and Golden Globes awards, where she won for her portrayal of Sydney Adamu in FX’s “The Bear.” It was also recently announced that she is going to host “Saturday Night Live” on February 3 and will […]
Colman Domingo Set To Play Joe Jackson & Nat King Cole In Upcoming Biopics
Domingo is this era’s biopic actor to watch! On the heels of critically acclaimed roles in Netflix’s Rustin and The Color Purple, the multi-talented Colman Domingo is gearing up for a double act, Variety reports. Not only is he set to direct and co-write the much-anticipated Nat King Cole biopic, but he will also star […]
Baltimore Youth Gain Praise From Community for Shoveling Snow After Recent Storm
These young entrepreneurs are making a difference in Baltimore! Just when the idea of kids eagerly shoveling snow for pocket change seems rare, meet Caleb Israel, 12, and his brother, Yahshua Israel, 10, who are reviving this tradition in Baltimore County, Maryland. As reported by The Baltimore Times, these young men have set out on […]
Terry Killens To Make History As First Person To Play In & Officiate A Super Bowl
This isn’t his first time at the Super Bowl! Killens is set to make football history by becoming the first person to both play in and officiate a Super Bowl, according to NBC Sports. The NFL recently announced that Killens will serve as the umpire in Super Bowl LVIII, marking his fifth season as an […]
Celebrating Angela Davis: 5 Things You May Not Have Learned About the Iconic Activist
We reflect on the multi-faceted activist, educator, and philosopher. Angela Davis, a name synonymous with activism, intellect, and unwavering commitment to justice, marks another year around the sun today. As we celebrate her birthday, we’re going beyond the familiar narratives to explore lesser-known facets of this iconic figure. Here are five facts that showcase the […]
Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry’s Jerseys to be Retired By the New York Mets
They will be the ninth and 10th players to have their numbers retired at Citi Field. MLB.com reports that the New York Mets will retire uniform Nos. 16 and 18 in honor of baseball legends Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry after the 2024 season. The ceremonies are scheduled for April 14 and June 1, respectively, […]