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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated was founded by nine women on the campus of Howard University in Washington DC on Jan. 15, 1908.
Delta Sigma Theta’s notable members have excelled in various fields, upholding a legacy of leadership, empowerment, and impactful community service.
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded at Howard University on January 9, 1914 by three students: A. Langston Taylor, Charles I. Brown, Leonard F. Morse. The fraternity also help found their sister organization, Zeta Phi Beta, Inc. When they created the organization, they wanted to be a Greek letter fraternity that would truly exemplify […]
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On Dec. 16, a statue honoring Barbara Rose Johns—a Black teenager whose courage reshaped American education—was unveiled in the U.S. Capitol. In 1951, Johns led a student walkout at her segregated Virginia high school, a bold act that helped dismantle school segregation nationwide. The unveiling marked a powerful shift in historical memory: her statue replaced […]
Black people have been present in Scotland for over 500 years, arriving through various means across different periods of Scottish history.
After sunset, Black people had to be out of these hostile sundown towns. It was a matter of life and death in some instances.
Don Cornelius, the legendary creator and host of 'Soul Train,' cemented an incredible legacy for Black music throughout the '70s and early 2000s.
The Fort Pierce home where Zora Neale Hurston spent her final years will soon be transformed into a visitor and education center, preserving her legacy for future generations.
Two former residents of Idlewild, Michigan, are joining forces to revitalize the historic Black community once known for its thriving businesses, schools, and cultural vibrancy through their TEEM Center initiative.
Over the years, numerous Black talk show hosts have made indelible marks on the industry, bringing unique perspectives and voices to the forefront.
On Malcolm X's 100th birthday, here are five things everyone should know about the legendary freedom fighter.
Black people have been washing chicken, steak, and just about every other kind of meat since forever, but why?