Filmmaker Ava DuVernay has had a lot of firsts. She was the first African-American woman to win the US Directing Award at Sundance, the first black female director to be nominated for a Golden Globe, and the first black female director to have her film nominated for the Best Picture Oscar. Now, with A Wrinkle…
The film Black Panther, part of the Marvel Comics Universe, is breaking global cinema records beyond expectation, and influential figures are taking notice about the positive messages young people can derive from this movie. Michelle Obama, former First Lady of the United States, took to Twitter to express her gratitude to the Black Panther production team…
In 2018, there will be more than one FIFA World Cup where the best national teams from around the world will match up for a shot at one of the most prestigious football awards in history. Everyone knows about the 2018 World Cup in Russia, which will kickoff in a few months; later in the…
Black Panther is a big deal. In a time of year known for having poor movie turnout, it managed to turn in the third biggest 4-day weekend ever, making over $235 million. The estimated global launch was $404 million. Every social network saw a flood of praise and excitement as people saw the movie. Black…
The box office success of the film Black Panther, a major Hollywood production directed by Ryan Coogler and featuring a strong paean to Afro-Futurism, is living proof that audiences are ready to welcome diversity at movie theaters. Coogler rose to prominence in Hollywood after Fruitvale Station, a love letter to his California hometown of Oakland,…
The 2018 British Academy Film Awards took place on February 18. The Time’s Up movement was front and center this year, as it was at the Golden Globes, the Grammys, and the SAG Awards. Many stars in attendance wore black in solidarity with the movement. Hosted by Joanna Lumley this year, the ceremony took place…
Black Panther has been one of the most hotly anticipated films in years, especially for black moviegoers. By all accounts, it’s lived up to the hype and then some. At the official premiere, attendees walked the purple carpet in fashion inspired by African royalty. At the film’s huge opening weekend, a large portion of the…
According to a 2016 report published by the United Nations Development Programme, African women who work in the informal sector earn 30 percent less than their male counterparts; furthermore, less than 30 percent of small and medium businesses in the Continent employ women as managers. As in other regions of the world, gender inequality presents…
The “Black Panther: Welcome to Wakanda” fashion show was held Monday evening at Industria Superstudio in New York City. The exciting 2-hour event was presented as a highlight of New York Fashion Week and featured ten outstanding designers. Some of the fabulous style icons who showed off their talent for the runway show included Chromat,…
As the United States and Canada observe African American History Month in February, educators and historians are busy collaborating with artists, community leaders and activists for the purpose of preparing lessons, exhibits and events to highlight the importance of African ancestry and history to the development of North American society. Traditionally, African American History Month…
One of the most contentious technology companies in history plans to operate a flying taxi service by the year 2023. Uber, the personal transportation service that has thoroughly disrupted the traditional taxicab business model around the world, is working on a platform to provide aerial ridesharing in metropolitan areas by means of self-flying vertical takeoff…
After a ban that lasted nearly five years, trophy hunting for elephants has resumed in Botswana, a nation that made headlines in 2015 for its decision to ban all game hunting after the infamous incident involving the killing of Cecil, a protected lion, by an American dentist who paid for the right to hunt inside…
In mid-May, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio became the latest candidate to throw his hat into the 2020 presidential elections ring. The Mayor, who is affiliated with the Democratic Party, made the announcement during a national “Good Morning America” broadcast on ABC, and he is joining a crowded field: 252 Democrats have registered…
Without question, Janet Jackson is an icon. From her music to her style, her decades-long career is proof of her limitless talent and appeal. This week, Ms Jackson celebrated her 53rd birthday, looking as amazing as ever and still at the top of her game. Metamorphosis in Las Vegas Coinciding with her birthday week, the…
