Renee Sterling did not plan to stay for more than two years when she left Miami for London in 2008. She saw it as a steppingstone opportunity when she was awarded a yearlong City fellowship to work ...

African cinema has traversed a remarkable arc. It evolved from British colonial messaging to globally celebrated art, thanks in large part to pioneers like Senegal’s Ousmane Sembène, whose journeys ...

Marking Malcolm X’s 100th birthday, this article explores his transformation from Nation of Islam leader to global human rights advocate. It examines his lasting influence on movements like Black ...

Aisha Bowe Founder & CEO, STEMBoard and LINGO Aisha Bowe, a former NASA aerospace engineer, holds degrees in aerospace engineering and space systems engineering from the University of Michigan. She ...

Each May, Mental Health Awareness Month reminds Americans to prioritize mental wellness and destigmatize mental illness. Founded in 1949 by Mental Health America, this observance mobilizes educational ...

FunTimes was established in 1992 (30 years ago) in Monrovia, Liberia and began operations in Philadelphia, PA over ten years. The magazine is the trusted information source for the African Diaspora.

On April 30, 2015, UNESCO’s International Jazz Day rallied over 700 events in 185 nations, bringing together millions to celebrate the improvisational nature of jazz. As a distinctly African American ...

NFL HBCU Combine: Launched in 2022 to give draft-eligible HBCU players a professional platform. HBCU Legacy Bowl: Founded by NFL greats Doug Williams and James “Shack” Harris, this all-star game puts ...

How the Conclave Works The process for electing a new pope follows centuries of tradition. The College of Cardinals comprising all cardinals under the age of 80 will gather in the Sistine Chapel in ...

European Union ETIAS Program (2025): Starting in mid-2025, the EU will require citizens from previously visa-free Caribbean nations to obtain an electronic travel authorization (ETIAS) before entry.

Losing your job can be stressful, but knowing what to do next makes all the difference. If you’ve recently faced job loss—due to layoffs, company closures, or shifts like automation and industry ...