Nationwide — The Miss Universe Zimbabwe Competition was recently held for the first time in 22 years this past week, but a 21-year-old white woman was declared the winner of […]
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Black Entrepreneur's Travel Company Hosts Luxury Group Trips to Africa Several Times a Year
Nationwide — After a successful 12-year run organizing summer camps for children, Jay Cameron has now expanded his passion for fostering unforgettable travel experiences through his company, Maximum Impact Travel. […]
Black Entrepreneur to Make History Combining African and Hawaiian Culture in New Collection For Phoenix Fashion Week
Nationwide — Alexis William, Founder of Aloha Glamour, will showcase her 2024 Spring Collection “Married to The Culture” at Phoenix Fashion Week at Chateau Luxe on October 20-21, 2023. Her […]
The Price We Pay: Black Teen's Story Underscores Systemic Impact of Racial Prejudice
Nationwide — Author Nikki T. Anthony invites readers into the world and mind of a modern-day Black teenager in her new book, The Price We Pay — the title a […]
Leading Black-Owned Tour Company & New Orleans' Only Black-Owned Historic Jazz Club to Present an Evening of Live Jazz & Creole Dining
Nationwide — New Orleans five-star rated tour company All Bout Dat Tours LLC and The Historic Sweet Lorraine’s Jazz Club are partnering to present an evening of world-class jazz performed […]
Artwork of 1960s Black Artist/ Activist Marzette Watts to be Auctioned October 9th in Beacon, NY
Nationwide — After the sit-in at the lunch counter at the Montgomery, Alabama courthouse in 1960, Marzette Watts and eight others were expelled from Alabama State College. Enduring intimidation from […]
Black Non-Profit Founder Celebrates 29 Years of Inspiring Underserved Youth in Boston
Nationwide — Prepare to be mesmerized by an evening of unparalleled talent and inspiration as Boston-based OrigiNation Cultural Arts Center proudly presents its 29th-anniversary celebration, Twist & Shout! An Evening […]
HBCU Bobblehead Series Expanded to Include Mascots From 29 Black Colleges
Nationwide — The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has unveiled the second HBCU Bobblehead Series, which features 16 officially licensed bobbleheads for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. In […]
Black Theatre Day, September 17th, Aims to Increase Visibility and Funding For Black Theatres Nationwide
Nationwide — On September 17th, the third annual Black Theatre Day will be celebrated by the enduring legacy of the African Grove Theatre (AGT) and contemporary Black theatre institutions and […]
Introducing the First Animated Series For Black Children That Addresses Mental Health
Nationwide — An exciting new animated series called Super CJ: The Animated Series has been launched on YouTube to bring much-needed awareness to the critical mental health crisis facing Black […]
Black Author Releases Inspirational “ABC Book of Affirmative Words” For Children
Nationwide — Entrepreneur, author and motivational speaker Rashaan Peek is thrilled to announce the release of the highly anticipated ABC Book of Affirmative Words. This remarkable publication is set to […]
Author Releases New Novel About Being Black in Amerikkka
Nationwide — Author Jeh Allen has announced the launch of BLACK: The Bear on Our Backs, the first book in his Black Novel Series. The book addresses issues and concerns […]
Award-Winning Author Releases Anthology of Poetry for Black Women, "Women: The Story of She"
Nationwide — Author Travis Peagler has once again demonstrated his exceptional talent and literary prowess with his latest poetry book, Women: The Story of She. This captivating collection explores women’s […]
Actress Jackée Harry to Star in 3-Part Movie Series on LMN (Lifetime Movie Network)
Nationwide — LMN will debut the three-part movie series event, As Luck Would Have It, starring Jackée Harry (Days of Our Lives) as Gabbi Luck, a retired professor turned amateur […]
Actress Noniece Williams and Blac Chyna Both Receive Doctorates from Sacramento Theological Seminary & Bible College
Nationwide — It is almost unheard of to find people who are heavily invested in the entertainment industry excelling in academic pursuits. This is what makes Noniece Williams and Blac […]
Black Author Aims to End Corporate Bullying With Her Children’s Representational Books
Nationwide — Alvarys Santana, a corporate mid-level management leader, is also the founder and CEO of ASC Books, changing the educational landscape with her children’s books that focus on representation, […]
Tupac’s Iconic Ring and Love Letter Make History at Sotheby’s Auction
Nationwide — Sotheby’s recent hip-hop artifacts auction achieved groundbreaking milestones with the sale of two deeply significant items from the legendary rapper Tupac Shakur. The iconic gold, ruby, and diamond […]
Meet the Formerly Incarcerated Filmmaker Who is Now on His 9th Film for Amazon Prime and Tubi
Nationwide — Kwende Ried is an African American independent filmmaker and also the founder of Cheddaboy Films. Based in Detroit, Michigan, he has already released nine different films that can […]
Black Author Re-Releases Fictional Novel About a Mentally Ill Black Man’s Encounter With Racism and Police Brutality
Nationwide — James E. Cherry’s latest novel, Edge of the Wind, from Stephen F Austin University Press, centers around protagonist Alexander van der Pool, a 25-year-old Black man who is […]
Black Filmmaker Who Has Released 8 Films on Tubi Celebrates Over 100 Awards, Countless Masterpieces Redefining Cinema
Nationwide — Kenya Cagle, a visionary filmmaker, writer, and instructor from Harlem, NYC, has been making waves in the entertainment industry with a remarkable portfolio of accomplishments via his film […]
DJ Casper, Creator of Popular "Cha Cha Slide" Song and Dance, Dies at 58
Nationwide — DJ Casper, whose real name is William Perry Jr. and the creator of the popular dance anthem “Cha Cha Slide,” has sadly passed away at the age of […]
Black Author Says Her New Novel is “Dreamgirls” Meets “Waiting to Exhale” with a Nostalgic 90s Twist
Nationwide — Kensington Publishing announces the release of its new novel Intermission by Phyllis R. Dixon. As glittering as their name, The Diamonds were on the brink of 1990s pop […]
Children’s Book Available in Five African Languages Wins Prestigious International Award
Nationwide — Letter From a Plow Nation, a popular children’s book written by Dr. Worku L. Mulat and illustrated by Daniel Getahun, was honored by Gourmand Awards 2023. It was […]
Amber Corbett Makes History, First Black Woman to Represent the US in Miss Intercontinental Pageant
Nationwide — Amber Corbett, a native New Yorker from the Bronx, was recently crowned Miss Intercontinental USA, making history as the first Black woman to represent the United States in the […]
Awarded Football Player Turned Coach Pens Motivational Book for Student Athletes
Nationwide — With a tremendous amount of experience and a die-hard passion for the game, Coach Ronnie Mason is making an impact beyond the football field. In his debut book, […]
Meet the Young Black Female Writer, Creator Behind Netflix's First Ever Original African Animation Series
Nationwide — Netflix has finally premiered its first original African animation series titled “Supa Team 4.” The show, created by Zambian writer Malenga Mulendema, is part of the streaming giant’s […]
Filmmaker Makes History as First Black Woman to Produce a Cinematic Hip-Hop Musical, Debuts Film at Red Carpet Gala
Nationwide — Deborah Jane, the screenwriter and Executive Producer of Strange Fruit: The Hip-Hopera, is the first Black woman filmmaker to ever produce a cinematic Hip-Hop-musical. Her groundbreaking film recently […]
Struggles and Triumphs of a Black Soldier During World War II Revealed in New Book, "Foreign Son"
Nationwide — Author Lewis Kelley has announced the re-release of Foreign Son, a riveting, historical page-turner with a message of grit and resilience for today. The story follows the son […]
14th Annual Original Collard Greens Festival to Celebrate Culture, History & Traditional African-American Food
The event is free to attend, and will be held just 30 minutes outside of Atlanta. Natiownide — The organizers of the 14th annual Original Collard Greens Cultural Festival have […]
Singer Monica Jumps Off Stage in Detroit After Fan Punches Woman, "You Don't Hit No Lady Like That"
Nationwide — R&B singer Monica stopped her performance at the Detroit Riverfront Music Festival on July 22 after witnessing a man who punched a female concertgoer during her crowded show, […]
Meet the Black Woman Whose Nonprofit Gives HBCU Students Dorm Room Makeovers
Transforming Lives, One Dorm Room At A Time: Move-In Day Mafia Prepares for College Move-In Season at HBCUs Nationwide — Hollywood veteran & Howard University grad, TeeJ Mercer, is the […]
Black Screenwriter Announces Film Music Contest to Identify Potential Score Talent
Nationwide — Screenwriter Glenford Noble and a team of independent producers seeking to develop the film, “Florence,” have launched a film music contest to help discover talent for the movie’s […]
Keith Lee Receives Backlash For Thanking God After Surviving Wrong-Way Crash
Nationwide — Social media food critic Keith Lee is speaking openly about a frightening wrong-way crash that nearly killed him and his family near Dallas. After surviving the Sept. 3 […]
Rapper Fat Joe Claims He's "the Blackest" While Defending His Use of the N-Word
Nationwide — Rapper Fat Joe, who is from the Bronx, is once again defending his connection to Black culture and his use of the N-word. The Puerto Rican and Cuban […]
25-Year-Old Becomes The 9th Black Woman to Be Crowned Miss America 2027
Nationwide — Regan Hutsell, an African American woman from Houston, Texas, has been crowned Miss America 2027 after competing against representatives from across the United States and several U.S. territories. […]
Singer/ Rapper Lizzo "Relieved" After Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Filed By Former Stylist
Nationwide — Lizzo says she is “relieved” after a federal judge dismissed the remaining claims in a lawsuit filed by former wardrobe stylist Asha Daniels. U.S. District Judge Fernando L. […]
Black Southern Artist Ayanna Honors Dolly Parton With "Jolene," Connecting Alabama, Compton and a Generational Literacy Story
College professor, songwriter, and producer pays tribute to her childhood musical inspiration while highlighting the storytelling behind her growing catalog. Nationwide — Alabama-born, Compton-raised songwriter, producer and college professor AYANNA […]
Young Black Athlete Tragically Dies After Medical Emergency During College Football Game
Nationwide — MicahJo Barnett, an African American college football player from Liberty, Missouri, died after experiencing a medical emergency during a game Saturday. The William Jewell College junior was taken […]
Tyler Perry Launches New Film Label Called Maxscene, Named After His Late Mother
Nationwide — Tyler Perry has launched Maxscene, a new film label under Tyler Perry Studios that honors his late mother, Willie Maxine Perry. The label will support independent filmmakers and help […]
Award-Winning, Amazon #1 Bestselling Author Brings Book to Life With New Black Women’s Sip & Read Experience in Maryland
Black Womaning After Hours™: The First Pour brings Playing the Game While Black Womaning in Corporate America® off the page for an evening of wine, conversation, and connection on September […]
Actor Michael Wright, Known For His Role in "The Five Heartbeats," Dies at 70
Nationwide — Michael Wright, best known for starring in “The Five Heartbeats” and “Sugar Hill,” has died at age 70 in Los Angeles. His family said he suffered heart failure […]
NBA Star Anthony Edwards Ordered to Pay $14K a Month in Child Support for His Son That He's Never Met
Nationwide — NBA star Anthony Edwards has been ordered to pay $14,000 a month in child support to Alexandria Desroches for their son, Amir. The ruling comes after he acknowledged […]
Fresh Off Dominant VERZUZ Performance, Joe to Headline the 6th Annual Star 94.5 Heart & Soul Music Festival
Keke Wyatt, Case, Con Funk Shun, Meli’sa Morgan and Hip-Hop Legend Chubb Rock Join One of Central Florida’s Premier Celebrations of Classic R&B Tickets Start at Just $50 Nationwide — […]
Jamie Foxx Reveals Why He Hesitated About Having Another Baby at 58
Nationwide — Jamie Foxx is preparing to become a father again at 58, but he initially had doubts about raising another child later in life. The actor said a conversation with […]
Independent Black Filmmakers Launch Bootcamp Teaching How to Produce a Streaming Series on a Guerilla Budget
Nationwide — The award-winning team behind the independent drama series Sundays After Church is inviting aspiring filmmakers, actors, writers, producers, and content creators behind the scenes with “How We Shot […]
Trishauna Clarke Stars Alongside Maurice Hall in "The Seed" - Production Wraps This Week On First-Time Director Vanna James' Inspirational Debut
Former Ohio State Football Star and Mo-tivation Unlimited Producer Maurice Hall Leads Indie Feature That Defies L.A. Production Odds Nationwide — Production is wrapping this week on The Seed, the […]
Master P Says He Wants Rap Snacks to Go Public and Create More Black Wealth
Nationwide — Rapper Master P says Rap Snacks is considering going public as the brand looks for ways to expand Black ownership and create more opportunities for communities to build wealth. […]
Megan Thee Stallion Makes History With Nine New Certified Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Singles
Nationwide — Megan Thee Stallion has added nine new RIAA certifications to her music achievements, including her first Diamond award. The Houston rapper also reached new milestones for several major […]
Kanye West to Perform Two Sold Out Concerts in Russia After UK Ban and European Concert Cancellations
Nationwide — Kanye West is set to perform two sold-out concerts in Russia despite being barred from entering the UK and losing several shows across Europe. The rapper continues to […]
Vivica A. Fox Stars in and Produces the New LMN Thriller “The Wrong Housemaid”
HYBRID Returns with Another Twisting Suspense Thriller Featuring April Hale, Michael Paré, Grace Field and Demetris Otis Nationwide — Acclaimed actress and producer Vivica A. Fox reunites with HYBRID for […]
Black Grandmother Launches Patented Interactive Plush Koala Inspired By Her Grandkids
Her innovative educational comfort system combines a patented voice-recordable pillow plush, children’s books, and interactive learning products designed to support literacy, emotional wellness, and family connection. Nationwide — After hearing […]
Meet the First Black Woman to Open a Kids' Skating Rink in Lancaster, California
Nationwide — After more than 40 years of working with children, entrepreneur Duana Garrett is making history in Lancaster, California, as the first Black woman to open a children’s skating […]
Author Releases New Book Series on the Innovations of Early Black Inventors Who Helped Shape America
The series reveals the legacy of U.S. Assistant Patent Examiner Henry E. Baker (1800–1900s) and over 400 African American inventions that changed the world. Nationwide — Author and creative technologist […]
Black Mom and Her Adult Son Partner to Teach Children About the Power of Their Imagination
Mother and son, Nadine and Andrew Burton, are taking the next step in a twenty-plus-year journey that started with Andrew inspiring an improvement theme and a book about imagination and […]
At 63 Years Old, This Black Athlete/ Track Star is Running Faster Than She Did in Her 50s
Nationwide — At 63 years old, Johnnie Reid is proving that athletic excellence does not have an expiration date. The accomplished sprinter and shot put champion is running faster today […]
Will Smith to Star with Jaafar Jackson in New Action Thriller "Supermax" on Prime Video
Nationwide — Will Smith is set to star alongside Jaafar Jackson in the upcoming action thriller Supermax, which will become Jaafar’s second major acting project after his breakout performance in […]
LeBron James Plans to Raise $5 Billion for New Basketball League to Compete With NBA
Nationwide — NBA icon LeBron James is reportedly involved in plans to create a global basketball league that could compete with the NBA. The proposed league would feature teams from around […]
Oprah Winfrey’s South Africa Girls’ Leadership Academy Will Close After 20 Years
Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey announced that her South African girls’ academy will close its current operations by the end of 2027. She shares plans to move toward a larger scholarship […]
Oprah Winfrey Reveals That She Was Born With a Different Name
Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey revealed that the name she became famous for was not the name written on her birth certificate. The media mogul said she was actually born Orpah, but […]
Black Author and Illustrator Releases New Book Exploring Love, Grief, and Human Emotions Through Visual Art
Nationwide — Mericstarr announces the release of Love, Loss, and Everything In Between: A Collection of Stories, a newly published graphic storytelling collection created and illustrated by artist and writer […]
Award-Recognized Black Author Releases Thriller Series Exploring America Through the Lens of Race, Identity, and Empowerment
A provocative debut in the BLACK Novel Series asks a bold question: What if you discovered that the American Civil War never ended, it just started being waged on different […]
Fitness Star Suddenly Collapses and Dies at 35 Just Hours After His Last Instagram Post
Nationwide — Mailson Araujo, a professional bodybuilder from Brazil, has sadly passed away at age 35 after collapsing at his home in Alagoinhas. His mother, a nursing technician, attempted to […]
Rapper Boosie Files Lawsuit After Paying $600K for Trump Pardon Deal That Never Happened
Nationwide — Rapper Boosie Badazz has filed a lawsuit over a failed presidential pardon effort, claiming he paid $600,000 for help securing clemency. The rapper is now seeking to recover part […]
Just Like Me TV Launches Five Original Animated Series Led by a Black Princess Who Currently Has No Rival Anywhere on Screen
“The Unexpected Princess” headlines a five-show slate premiering July 13, giving parents something positive, entertaining, and kid-friendly for their children to watch this summer, alongside “Jalen’s Neighborhood,” “ABN Newsroom,” “The […]