Honoring the Legacy: Black Jockeys Who Defined the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby, America’s most iconic horse race, has a history deeply intertwined with extraordinary contributions from Black jockeys—whose legacy...
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Met Gala 2025: A Celebration of Black Dandyism and Sartorial Excellence
On May 5, 2025, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City will host the annual Met Gala, unveiling...
Je’Caryous Johnson Adapting ‘Jason’s Lyric’ Into Stage Production
In honor of the film’s 30th anniversary, acclaimed playwright and producer Je’Caryous Johnson transforms Jason’s Lyric into a live theatrical...
Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl Announces 2025 Head Coaches
(New Orleans, LA) – The Black College Football Hall of Fame (BCFHOF) announced the Head Coaches for the 2025 Allstate...
The ADS Foundation Deposits $5 Million into Adelphi Bank
HILLIARD, Ohio-The ADS Foundation today announced a $5 million deposit into Adelphi Bank, a Black-owned financial institution with a deep...
Mela Vitamins Partners with WNBA Stars to Champion Wellness for Women of Color
Mela Vitamins, creators of Daily Essentials, the first multivitamin designed specifically for women of color, has announced a groundbreaking partnership...
Celebrating Afrofuturism: Ruth E. Carter Exhibit Opens at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
On March 22, 2025, The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis will unveil Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design as part...
NAREB Study Reveals Devastating Impact of Heirs’ Property on Black Families and Wealth
The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) recently released a groundbreaking study shedding light on the significant economic and...
OneUnited Bank Launches First-Time Homebuyer Program in Honor of MLK Jr. Day
In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025, OneUnited Bank, the nation's largest Black-owned bank, has launched a new...
Empowering Brown Girls: A Spotlight on Brown Girls Mentoring
By Sharon S. Gordon In the vibrant tapestry of organizations dedicated to youth empowerment, Brown Girls Mentoring shines brightly as...
