The Life and Times of Tyler Perry
Tyler Perry’s journey from a turbulent childhood to becoming one of the most successful filmmakers, playwrights, and entrepreneurs in the world is nothing short of remarkable. Known for creating the…
Today in Black History: The Birth of Barack Obama
On August 4, 1961, Barack Hussein Obama II was born in Honolulu, Hawaii.Obama would go on to make history as the 44th President of the United States. He served two…
Denzel Washington Movies We All Should’ve Watched
Denzel Washington is one of those rare actors who brings intensity, grace, and authority to every role he touches. As his newest film gets ready to hit theaters, I wanted…
Public Enemy: Hip-Hop and Black Consciousness
Public Enemy is one of the most influential hip-hop groups in music history. They emerged in the late 1980s with a mission far beyond entertainment. Public Enemy came to educate,…
1944 Philadelphia Transit Strike: When Racism Halted a City
In August 1944, Philadelphia was brought to a standstill—not by war, but by a battle over race and power. The Philadelphia Transit Strike, which lasted from August 1 to August…
Remembering The Day Slavery abolition in the British Empire
On August 1, 1834, the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 officially went into effect across the British Empire. This historic day is now commemorated as Emancipation Day. It marked the…