Today: May 19, 2026
Da’Vine Joy Randolph, an American actress, made history at the 2024 Academy Awards, winning the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Mary Lamb in “The Holdovers.“ Originally from Philadelphia, Randolph earned her bachelor’s degree in classical vocal performance from…
The United States House of Representatives has approved legislation that could lead to the banning of TikTok if its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, fails to sell its stake in the social media platform. The bipartisan vote, with 352 in favor and 65…
Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry has announced his resignation in the wake of escalating violence and mounting political pressure in the troubled nation. The decision comes after regional leaders convened in Jamaica to discuss the urgent need for a political transition in…
The societal view of Afro-hair has been an unsafe, judgemental space for centuries. From texturism to upkeep, type 4 hair lacks uplifting representation, especially for African women. Lupita Nyong’o pushes the boundaries by boldly expressing pride in her African heritage and features.…
The 96th annual Academy Awards witnessed the triumph of black stars, breaking barriers and leaving their mark on Hollywood. Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Kris Bowers, and Cord Jefferson took home prestigious Oscars, celebrating their exceptional contributions to the film industry. Da’Vine Joy Randolph:…
Bitcoin has broken through its previous records, reaching a remarkable high above $72,000 on Monday. The cryptocurrency’s bull run remains relentless, with its price witnessing a surge of over 60% since the beginning of the year, propelling its total market cap to…
The 96th annual Academy Awards held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles marked the grand finale of awards season, and it was a star-studded affair with breathtaking fashion moments stealing the spotlight on the red carpet. Hosted by the charismatic Jimmy…
Wrestling legend and actor John Cena took the stage in a nearly naked appearance for a humorous “streaker skit” during the 2024 Academy Awards. This entertaining incident was a nod to the 50th anniversary of a historic Oscars moment when an actual…
Last year for Women’s History Month, I compiled an article “Honoring the Many ‘Firsts’ of African American Female Ambassadors.” The article included 14 female former ambassadors and was meant to be a work in progress to eventually include more of the approximately 55 African American women who have…
Kai Cenat, an American online streamer and YouTuber, recently embarked on a trip to Nigeria, where he met with the well-known Nigerian social media personality Adesokan Adedeji Emmanuel, also known as shankcomics. Cenat, who is celebrated for his engaging live streams and…
