Haiti Punished for Winning Independence
When Haiti became the world's first Black republic in 1804, it should have been a moment of global celebration. Instead, it became a warning. Haiti was born after formerly enslaved…
How Social Media Is Silencing Black Voices
Let’s be real — Black culture runs the internet. We create the dances, trends, slang, comedy, music, and challenges. We are the viral moment. But when it comes to visibility,…
Harlem Hellfighters — America’s Unsung Heroes
The legendary Harlem Hellfighters began as the 15th New York National Guard Regiment, an African-American National Guard unit formed in New York City.According to Wikipedia and Empire State Plaza, the…
Hidden Pharaohs Series, Vol. 1 Who Was King Tut?
A BPN Original | Written by Independent Rob This article marks the first entry in BPN’s “Hidden Pharaohs” series — exploring Africa’s ancient rulers whose names still echo through time…
It’s Time for Black-Owned Schools
Where are the Black Owned Schools When we talk about education in America, we hear about public schools, private schools, charter schools, and Catholic schools — but rarely Black-owned schools.…
Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr. Becomes an Astronaut
Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr. makes history On July 29, 1991, something amazing happened: Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr. became a NASA astronaut! He didn’t just stop there. Just four…
Buffalo Soldiers: America’s First Black Warriors of the West
📜 Who Were the Buffalo Soldiers? The Buffalo Soldiers were originally members of the 9th and 10th Cavalry Regiments, which were formed in 1866 following the Civil War. Soon after, the 24th…
Remembering The Young Life of Emmett Till On This Day
Remembering Emmett Till. On July 25, 1941, Emmett Louis Till was born in Chicago, Illinois. At just 14 years old, Emmett would become an enduring symbol of racial injustice in…
Unrest in Cairo: Remembering the 1967 Illinois Race Riots
On July 17, 1967, the city of Cairo, Illinois, descended into chaos following the suspicious death of Private Robert Hunt, a young Black soldier found hanged in a local jail…