Today is the first day of Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa was created in 1966 by Maulana Karenga during the aftermath of the Watts riot. Kwanzaa's creation was based on the African harvest festival tradition. The holiday starts on December…
“The record of Bernard King’s 60-point Christmas game remains unbroken.”
On Christmas Day in 1984, Bernard King of the New York Knicks set a record by scoring 60 points in a game against the New Jersey Nets. This is the…
Three Reasons Black Men Cheat
Before we begin, I want to start by saying not all black men cheat. However, there is a percentage of us who do cheat for various reasons. It is important…
Detroit Pistons Tied for NBA Longest losing Streak
The Detroit Pistons have now tied for the longest losing streak in the NBA by losing 26 straight games, including their recent match against the Brooklyn Nets where they were…
“Georgia Infirmary” was the First Black Hospital
Today in Black History December 24, 1832, the first black hospital "Georgia Infirmary" was opened in Savanna Georgia. It was built to service black people who had trouble getting cared…
Niani Finlayson Murdered After Calling 911
Niani Finlayson called the Los Angeles Police Department and asked for help. Finlayson told the Department that her boyfriend wouldn't leave her alone and she needed someone to come over.…
Taraji P. Henson Complains About Being Underpaid
Taraji P. Henson recently revealed in an interview that she has not received a raise in her salary, despite appearing in several successful movies and television shows. She mentioned that…
Who would win a Black vs White NBA All-Star Game?
There is a belief held by many that the best basketball players in the NBA are mostly black. However, the NBA has evolved significantly since the time of players like…
Doctor Sentenced 24 Years For Rwandan Genocide
A 68-year-old black doctor was sentenced to 24 years in Paris for his row in the 1994 Rwandan Genocide. Sosthene Munyemana admitted that he participated in a local night patrol…
Are Blacks Abandoning the Black Church
"The black church has been a crucial part of the community for generations. It provided hope, motivation, and a sense of belief in something greater than oneself. During the segregation…