The Ebonie Smith-produced project also spotlights Valerie Simpson, June Jordan, Gwendolyn Bennett and others. By Gail Mitchell, BillboardPhoto, Tosin Gbadamosi Celebrating life through the lenses of contemporary African American poetry and lyrical art is the creative force behind the new Atlantic Records album, On Imagination. Produced by award-winning music producer, engineer and singer-songwriter Ebonie Smith, the project features 12 poems […]
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7 Black-Owned Delicious Meal Prep Services To Try
If you have a busy schedule or simply don’t like to cook as much, consider these black-owned meal prep services. By Dominique Fluker, EssencePhoto, Adobe Images Cooking isn’t for everyone, especially those with busy schedules or taxing responsibilities. Lucky for us, meal-prep services provide a healthy and easy solution to help us manage our time better while maintaining […]
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She didn’t see her Black heritage in crossword puzzles. So she started publishing her own
“I had never made a crossword puzzle before,” said Queens native Juliana Pache, 32, with a laugh. “But I was like, I can figure it out.” By Associated Press, The GrioJuliana Pache poses for a photo in Washington Square Park in New York in July. Photo, Pamela Smith/AP NEW YORK (AP) — It started a […]
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This Faith-Based Reparations Fund Helps Kids Pay for College
The Justice League of Greater Lansing, is out to close the racial wealth gap, and they’re starting with awarding college scholarships. By Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware, Word In BlackEach scholarship recipient was congratulated by Justice League leaders Willye Bryan, center, and Prince Solace, right. Reparations scholarship recipient Marvin Deh is at left. Photo, Susan Land […]
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Michelle Obama: Yes, We Have Affirmative Action for the Wealthy
There are unearned advantages available only to the few—but Republicans won’t talk about that. By Michelle Mechanic, Mother JonesPhoto, Michelle Obama at the DNC on Tuesday. Nate Gowdy It’s fair to say that Michelle Obama stole the show at the Democratic Convention on Tuesday. (Husband Barack was on point in noting how hard an act she […]
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The Historic Magnolia House Is One Of The Few Remaining ‘Greenbook’ Stays Still Open To Guests
The Magnolia House’s story as a haven for Black travelers began in 1949 when Arthur and Louise Gist purchased the property. By Faith Katunga, Travel NoirePhoto, The Historic Magnolia House. The Historic Magnolia House, located in Greensboro, North Carolina, should be on many travelers’ must-visit lists. Staying here is a rare chance to stay at […]
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Ernest Thomas, the Black Man Killed After Being Wrongfully Accused of Raping a White Woman in 1949
The story of Ernest Thomas is a tragic example of racial injustice that occurred in the United States in the mid-20th century. Thomas was an African American man who was accused of a crime he did not commit and subsequently faced a horrific fate. By Uzonna Anele, Talk AfricanaPhoto, (From left) Lake County Sheriff Willis […]
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Amanda Gorman to Read New Poem at DNC, Reveals Otherworldly Inspiration
The youngest inaugural poet in history tells Vanity Fair about crafting her new poem, “This Sacred Scene,” for the Democratic National Convention. By Kase WickmanAmanda Gorman, Youth Poet Laureate speaks during the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Joe Biden on January 20, 2021 in Washington, DC. Photo, Getty Images. Amanda Gorman made history as the youngest-ever inaugural poet at President Joe Biden’s […]
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How Farming Can Help Set Students Up for Success
Joy Carter uses Bee Free Farm to help students connect with nature — and teach them financial stability. By The Atlanta VoicePhoto, Joy Carter at Bee Free Farm in College Park, Wednesday, Mar. 20, 2024. Photo by Kerri Phox/The Atlanta Voice. On a cool Friday morning, Joy Carter made her way into Richard N. Fickett […]
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The Davenport Sisters Are The Founders Of The First Black Food Bookstore
Inspired by what they learned in their grandmother’s kitchen, Gabrielle and Danielle are centering stories about Black food traditions, and getting ready to open their first brick and mortar shop. By Tonya Abari, EssencePhoto, Clay Williams When Gabrielle Davenport was in grade school, she developed a love of deviled eggs, which began in her paternal […]
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