Why Resolutions Fail: The Psychology of Willpower and Motivation Before diving into tips, let’s explore why resolutions fail. Willpower is finite—it’s like a muscle that tires out when overused. This ...

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 ...

In the United States, Black names hold significant cultural and historical importance, reflecting a blend of African, European, and American influences. These names often carry deep meanings and are ...

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 ...

When you think of your typical American cowboy, you imagine the hat, the stirrups, the horse… And chances are you probably imagine him a white man. However, around 25% of the cowboys responsible for ...

As the name implies, Fulani braids originated from the Fulani- a tribe that lives across West Africa, the Sahel, and the Sahara. Also called the Fula people, this hairdo remains the staple among ...

The Black Church: Once we get past the Reconstruction Era and into the modern world, we see that the church quickly became the heart and soul of philanthropy for African Americans. Far beyond offering ...

The first record of Black people in China was during the Tang dynasty (618–907 AD), which was known for booming trade and cultural exchange. The Silk Road, an immense network of trade routes that ...

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 ...

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 ...

Anita L. Allen In addition to her role as Vice Provost of Faculty at the University of Pennsylvania Law School, Anita L. Allen is the Henry R. Silverman Professor of Law and Philosophy. Allen has ...

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.