For the first time ever, all four major pageant titles are held by black women. On December 8th 2019,, Miss South Africa, Zozibini Tunzi was crowned Miss Universe. An accomplishment incredibly meaningful on its own for a host of reasons, it’s all the more remarkable as she joins Miss Teen USA Kaliegh Garris, Miss USA…
Lizzo looked “Good As Hell” as she ruled the runaway at the 2020 Grammys. Though the mood was rendered somber by the sudden death of NBA star Kobe Bryant earlier that day, the star oozed old school glamour in shimmering gold while dripping in $2 million worth of Lorraine Schwartz diamonds. Lizzo kept her makeup…
Award-winning rapper Cardi B has wrapped up her West African tour. The trip included performances in Nigeria and Ghana, memorable moments with fans, and some meaningful acts of philanthropy. Writing for Quartz Africa, Saratu Abiola describes Cardi B’s time in Africa as “refreshing” for both the way she embraced the people and the positive representation…
Tyler Perry officially launched his historic film studio in Atlanta with a star-studded party a few weeks ago. Famous friends and celebrities like Oprah, Beyoncé, and Spike Lee were in attendance. The party was a celebration not just of Perry being the first African American to own a major studio but also a celebration of…
“No hyperbole here: Simone Biles is the greatest.” ESPN’s headline says it all. After an incredible performance this week at the FIG Gymnastics World Championships in Stuttgart, Germany, Biles became the most decorated competitor in world gymnastics championships history. After picking up gold medals for balance beam and floor exercise, her total of world championship…
1:59:40 – Eliud Kipchoge Obliterates Two-hour Marathon Barrier In the world of distance running, completing a marathon under two hours used to be a mythical concept. There is no question that humans are becoming more skilled and efficient in terms of endurance. We can see this development in the proliferation of ultra marathon races around…
There are some products it’s hard to envision in a new way until somebody comes along and reimagines it. The Link Flip shoe takes the whole concept of footwear and changes everything. These unique shoes offer ventilation and comfort without sacrificing safety and support, making them an ideal choice for life in fast-paced and crowded…
As a child, Taraji P. Henson felt helpless watching her father, a Vietnam veteran, struggle with mental health issues. Eventually diagnosed with bipolar disorder, he had war-themed nightmares, would regularly self-medicate with excessive alcohol consumption, and even attempted suicide. Today, she is honoring her father’s memory and working to improve life for her community. The Boris…
Ilhan Omar is no stranger to conflict. From a refugee childhood to being a favorite target of an increasingly acerbic POTUS, the self-described feminist remains optimistic and fiercely single-minded in trying to do her best at her job in Congress. A New Life in the US At age eight, Ilhan and her family were forced…
Each year over 14 million tons of discarded plastic waste goes into oceans around the world. Tons of garbage made up of large amounts of plastic washed up on the coast of Jakarta, Indonesia. Plastic waste has been discovered in distant places such as the Pyrenees mountains and the ocean depths of the Mariana Trench.…
