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The 16th Street Baptist Church bombing on 15 September 1963 marked a horrifying chapter in the history of Birmingham, Alabama. This act of terrorism, orchestrated by local members of the Ku Klux Klan, …
Oktoberfest, the world’s largest Volksfest, is an annual festival held in Munich, Germany. It originated in 1810 as a celebration of the marriage of the crown prince of Bavaria, who later became …
In recent years, the United States has witnessed the emergence of a dangerous ideology known as White Christian nationalism. This movement, rooted in a distorted interpretation of American history and …
Trinidad and Tobago, an archipelagic state in the southern Caribbean, has a rich history that spans thousands of years. From its original settlement by Amerindians to its colonisation by the British, …
In the heart of Tulsa, Oklahoma, lies the painful and forgotten history of the Tulsa massacre, also known as the Black Wall Street massacre. It was an event that shattered the lives of countless Black …
Afternoon tea is a tradition that originated in England in the 1840s. The credit for introducing afternoon tea goes to Anna Maria Russell, the Duchess of Bedford. The tradition of afternoon tea …
The Eleutheran Adventurers were a group of English Puritans and religious independents who sought a place where they could freely practice their faith in the face of religious and political turmoil. …
Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisholm was a groundbreaking figure in American politics, conquering numerous barriers as a woman and an African American. Born on 30 November 1924 in Brooklyn, New York, …
During World War II, a group of African American servicemen, known as the Tuskegee Airmen, broke barriers and defied racial prejudice by becoming the first Black military aviators in the US Army Air …
Let’s celebrate the excellence of black inventors who have made groundbreaking innovations in various fields. From Henry Boyd, who invented the Boyd Bedstead, to George Washington Carver, who …
Bayard Rustin was an influential civil rights activist, advisor to Martin Luther King Jr., and the main organiser of the 1963 March on Washington. Despite his significant contributions to the …
Mary McLeod Bethune, an American educator, activist, and champion of civil rights, played a pivotal role in shaping the course of African American history in the United States. As a dedicated advocate …
Throughout Black American history, many individuals have contributed to developing entertainment culture and social justice movements. Joyce Bryant, an African American singer, dancer, and activist, …
Carolyn Bryant Donham died on 25 April 2023, aged 88, in Westlake, Louisiana. Her death marked the end of a life inextricably linked to one of the darkest chapters in America’s racial history. …
Dealing with the death of a loved one is almost incomprehensible to those who haven’t experienced this kind of loss themselves. The grief and sense of loss can leave you at such a low ebb you …
In recent years, a new lifestyle trend known as the “trad wife” has gained momentum in various social media circles, garnering attention and sparking debates. But what is a trad wife, …
The world of business can be intimidating to enter, especially for individuals with disabilities. Widespread misconceptions about abilities make it more challenging for adults with disabilities to …
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, holds immense significance for Muslims worldwide as it is considered the holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. During this period, …
Critical race theory (CRT) is an intellectual framework that emerged in the 1970s in response to the limitations of traditional civil rights approaches for addressing systemic racism. CRT recognises …
Hope Spring eCard, the charity ecard platform that raises funds exclusively for Hope Spring Water charity, has launched a dozen new eCards. On their website, under the title black eCards, they have …
International Women’s Day is a global celebration of women’s achievements and progress in various areas. International Women’s Day is celebrated on 8 March every year, and it …
Crispus Attucks was the first American and African American to be killed in the Revolutionary War. Early family life Born into slavery around 1723, Attucks was said to be the son of Prince …
Valentine’s Day, synonymous with love and romance, is celebrated annually on 14 February. People across the globe exchange tokens of affection like candy, flowers, and greeting cards, all in the …
In an investment world where men dominate, 70% of women choose to keep their savings in cash despite increasing financial power. Fintech startup Hamsa is dedicated to closing the investment gap by …
