The American Revolution: An in-depth exploration
The American Revolution was a pivotal moment in world history, marking the birth of the United States and the beginning of a new era in political and social development. This comprehensive …
Pan-Africanism: A movement of unity and empowerment
Pan-Africanism is a global movement that focuses on strengthening the bonds of solidarity among all people of African origin, including those in the diaspora living in the Americas and Europe. The …
What is colourism? A look at the prejudice against dark-skinned people
Colourism and shadeism is a form of discrimination that favours people with lighter skin over those with darker skin. It is often discussed in relation to skin tone but can also refer to hair texture, …
The Act of Union: Uniting England and Scotland
The Act of Union in 1707 was a significant moment in British history that brought together the kingdoms of Scotland and England, forging a united Parliament of Great Britain. This union had long been …
Kwanzaa – an alternative to Christmas
Kwanzaa begins on 26 December and lasts for seven days. It is a celebration of community, family and culture, established to help African Americans reconnect with their African roots and heritage. The …
Spanish colonisation: Overview of the Spanish Empire’s expansion and impact
Spanish colonisation has left an indelible mark on the world, shaping history and the cultures and societies that emerged from it. From the Caribbean to the Americas, Asia, and Africa, the Spanish …
70% of Jamaicans say no to gay rights
A shocking new poll commissioned by the Jamaica Gleaner has found that 70% of Jamaicans do not feel that gay people deserve civil rights. The poll finally puts an approximate number on the number of …
Naomi Campbell gets community service
Naomi Campbell has been ordered to do 200 hours of community service over a bust-up with police at Heathrow’s Terminal 5. The supermodel appeared in court and admitted to charges relating to a …
Coma victim from M1 crash dies
Model Kaya Bousquet, who was left in a coma after a horrific car crash on the MI motorway last week, has died. The 23-year-old died in hospital a week after two of her friends, 22-year-old club …
Keith Brown released after cannabis shoe sentence
A British man sentenced to four years in jail in Dubai after cannabis weighing less than a grain of sugar was found embedded in the tread of his shoe has reportedly been pardoned. Keith Andrew Brown …
Model and R&B singer die in M1 car crash
Family and friends are in mourning after a horrific motorway smash left two girls dead and one fighting for her life in a coma. 22-year-old club promoter and model Patience Jackson, up and coming …
Legendary producer Joe Gibbs dies at 65
The legendary producer Joe Gibbs died of a heart attack at the University Hospital of the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica on Thursday 21st February. Joe Gibbs, born Joel Gibson, is best known for …
British tourist jailed in Dubai
A British tourist has been jailed for four years in Dubai after police found a tiny speck of cannabis on the sole of his shoe. Keith Brown, 25, a youth development worker from Smethwick, West Midlands …
Boris Johnson says sorry
Tory Candidate for London Mayor Boris Johnson said ‘sorry’ for calling black children piccaninnies and claiming Africans had `watermelon smiles’. But it was far from an apology. …
First Tory black woman MP
Lawyer Helen Grant made political history by becoming the first black woman to be selected to defend a Tory seat. The former Judo Champion dealt her rivals a deadly blow, knocking them out of the …
Britain finally gets an official slavery remembrance day
In December 2007, the UK Government announced that a national Slavery Memorial Day will take place on 23 August, a date linked to the Haitian rebellion. Black campaign groups have welcomed the news. …
Leader of National Black Police Association branded ‘reckless’
Keith Jarrett, the leader of the National Black Police Association has been branded ‘reckless’ and ‘foolish’ after he called for police to stop and search More young black people to tackle gun crime. …
Fitting Tribute to Slain Lucky Dube
Murdered South African reggae singer Lucky Dube got a fitting memorial service in Johannesburg last week. Artists, fans and family packed the Bassline nightclub in Newtown, Johannesburg, last …
Thomas Jennings – Inventor
Thomas Jennings (1791-1859) Thomas Jennings was born free in New York City in 1791. In his early 20s, he became a tailor but then opened a dry cleaning business in New York. Thomas went on …
George Crum
The potato chip (aka crisps) was invented in 1853 by George Crum. The son of an African-American father and a Native American mother, Crum was a chef at the Moon Lake Lodge resort in …
Granville T Woods “The Black Edison”
Many professionals in the electrical industry knew Granville T Woods as the “Black Edison”. Woods was considered by many to be the greatest electrician in the world. The most well-known of …
Elijah McCoy
Elijah McCoy was born in Colchester, Ontario, Canada, on 2 May 1844. His parents were George and Emillia McCoy, former slaves from Kentucky who escaped through the Underground Railroad. George joined …
Henry Boyd – Black inventor
Henry Boyd was a skilled carpenter, born into slavery in Kentucky on 12 April 1802. At a young age, his master apprenticed Henry out to a cabinetmaker. Henry proved to have an impressive talent for …
The Jim Crow laws
The Jim Crow laws were an umbrella term for state and local laws which legalised racial segregation. African Americans were to be marginalised by these laws – which existed for about 100 years, …
