Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.: A Legacy of Excellence and Impact
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. celebrates another year! On January 15, 1908, a group of visionary women at Howard University laid the foundation for a sisterhood that would go on to break barriers, uplift communities, and empower generations. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA) was born, marking the beginning of a legacy that has spanned […]
Racquel Oden Makes History as the Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s First Female Board Chair
She is the first woman to hold this position in the organization’s 37-year history. As the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) ushers in 2024, it embraces a groundbreaking shift in its leadership, with Racquel Oden assuming the role of Board Chair, the organization announced in a press release. This historic moment signifies a significant step […]
Joy Sewing Becomes First Black News Columnist At Houston Chronicle
Change is on the horizon for Houstonians in 2024! Joy Sewing, a Houston native and seasoned journalist, is set to become the first Black news columnist in the 122-year history of the Houston Chronicle, marking a momentous stride toward diversity and representation in the field, the publication reports. Known for her insightful perspectives on people, […]
Remembering Peter Magubane, a South African Photographer Who Captured 40 Years of Apartheid
Peter Magubane has sadly passed away at age 91. The South African photographer is best known for capturing 40 years of apartheid in the country and was entrusted with documenting Nelson Mandela’s first years of freedom after his release from prison. Magubane died Monday, according to the South African National Editors’ Forum. The editors’ forum said he […]
6 Trailblazing Achievements You Didn’t Know About Harvard’s First Black President
Becoming the first Black president of Harvard University is just one bullet on a great resume! The achievements of Harvard University’s first Black president, Claudine Gay, captivate and inspire. Beyond the halls of Harvard, Dr. Gay has forged a path marked by scholarly distinction and a commitment to addressing societal challenges. Here are six remarkable […]
10 Times Simone Biles Proved She is the G.O.A.T.
Her name resounds with unmatched excellence. 💥 WAIT FOR IT 💥@Simone_Biles is the first person in history to perform this dismount and 👏 SHE 👏 NAILED 👏 IT. #USGymChamps pic.twitter.com/l7vVInxMJv — NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) August 10, 2019 Powerhouse athlete Simone Biles has not just dominated gymnastics; she has redefined what it means to […]
Wu-Tang Clan Makes History with 2024 Las Vegas Residency
The residency begins on the heels of hip-hop’s 50th Anniversary! In a pioneering move for the world of hip-hop, the iconic Wu-Tang Clan has announced its upcoming Las Vegas residency, set to begin in February at the Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. This residency marks a historic moment, as Wu-Tang Clan becomes the first […]
Coco Gauff Becomes World’s Highest Paid Woman Athlete, Earning $23M in 2023
Coco Gauff continues to crush records! Gauff recently just became the highest paid woman athlete in the world after making $23 million in 2023. The 19-year-old tennis player earned an estimated $16 million in endorsements, leading a group of seven women’s tennis players who landed inside the Top 10 in Sportico’s annual list. Naomi Osaka, […]
Atiba Edwards Makes History as First Black Man to Lead Brooklyn Children’s Museum in Its 125-Year History
Atiba Edwards is making history! Edwards recently became the first Black man to lead Brooklyn Children’s Museum (BCM) in its 125-year history. On Wednesday, Dec. 6, it was announced that he would become BCM’s new president and chief executive officer, after serving as chief operating officer and executive vice president since 2019. “This institution holds […]
Colman Domingo Will Accept Inaugural Chadwick Boseman Vanguard Award
Colman Domingo is a special honoree at the 2024 Black Reel Awards! The actor will receive a prize named after the late Chadwick Boseman. The annual awards show celebrates the excellence of African Americans and the cinematic achievements of the African diaspora in the global entertainment industry, as assessed by the Foundation for the Augmentation of African Americans […]