Eritrean Cyclist Biniam Girmay Makes History as First Black Rider to Win a Tour de France Stage
He dedicated his win to all of us! Biniam Girmay is a 24-year-old bicyclist from Eritrea, NBC News reports. No stranger to history-making, Girmay was thrust into the spotlight two years ago after becoming the first Black rider to win in a Grand Tour, the term for the three major three-week races: the Giro, the […]
Meet Dr. Nancy, the First Black Woman to Graduate From Neurosurgery Program at Johns Hopkins
There’s a doctor in the house! This past June, Nancy Abu-Bonsrah took to social media to announce that after 12 years of schooling, she had finally become a neurosurgery doctor. Sharing a post of her surrounded by family, many congratulated her on a job well done. But it turns out that Dr. Nancy’s graduation was […]
A’ja Wilson Makes History as Las Vegas Aces All-Time Leading Scorer
A’ja Wilson is having quite the season!⭐️ Over the weekend, the two-time WNBA MVP and Las Vegas Aces star made history by surpassing Sophia Young-Malcolm to become the franchise’s all-time leading scorer, according to CNN Sports. In Sunday’s game against the Dallas Wings, @aja22wilson delivered an outstanding performance with 28 points and 10 rebounds, securing […]
Quincy Wilson Makes History as Youngest U.S. Male Track & Field Athlete to Make Olympic Team
The poster child for Black excellence! Quincy Wilson is a 16-year-old student at Bullis School in Potomac, MD, NBC News reports. A burgeoning track & field athlete, Quincy recently ran at the Olympic trials, running an impressive 44.66 seconds on June 21st and then beating his own record two days later, clocking in at 44.59. […]
Bronny James & Father LeBron Make History as the First Father-Son Duo to Play as Teammates in the NBA
What a time to be alive! Bronny James, the son of NBA icon LeBron James, was just selected No. 55 in the 2024 draft by the Los Angeles Lakers. His emotional reaction upon hearing his name called was a powerful testament to his determination. His mother, Savannah James, was also visibly moved, unable to hold […]
Meet Glenn Burke, The Black Baseball Pioneer Who Invented The High-Five
Meet the baseball player who’s widely credited with inventing the high five—yes, the high five! Glenn Burke, a former outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers and the first openly gay MLB player, is credited with inventing the high five during a game against the Houston Astros in 1977. As he ran toward home plate, he […]
9 Black Sibling Groups That Redefined Soul Music
Black music thrives on the power of connection, and what better connection is there than family? Sibling acts have long been part of Black music’s legacy. Bred and nurtured under one roof, their shared history and musical upbringing result in undeniable chemistry, producing some of the most iconic groups ever with harmonies that are nearly […]
Morgan State’s Marching Band Makes History as First HBCU to Perform at D-Day Memorial Parade in France
The Magnificent Marching Machine from Morgan State University made history on Friday as they took center stage in Normandy, France, commemorating the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, the Invasion of Normandy during World War II which is considered the largest invasion by sea in history. This significant milestone marked the first time a Historically Black College […]
New Celia Cruz Commemorative Album Celebrates Queen of Salsa’s Upcoming 100th Birthday
A rare live recording of Celia Cruz was discovered and has just been released in time to celebrate the salsa legend’s 100th birthday, Billboard reports. South Florida radio personality Albertico Rodríguez, who emceed many of Cruz’s shows, had recorded one of Cruz’s live performances at the now-defunct Casanova Club in Miami in the 1980s. He’d […]
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 […]