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Leland Melvin: A Former NFL Player, Chemist, and Retired NASA Astronaut
Leland Melvin is a retired NASA astronaut, chemist, and former NFL player. On February 15,…
What To Know About Degas A. Wright, An Investment Analyst
Degas A. Wright, an investment analyst, was born in Lithonia, Georgia, in April 1963. Wright…
Nigerian-Born Amanda Azubuike Becomes Brigadier-General In US Army
A military woman of Nigerian descent, Amanda Azubuike has been promoted from Lieutenant-Colonel to Brigadier-General…
The Story Of Charles Jackson French, The “Hero of the Solomons” and The “Human Tugboat”
After a daring rescue in the Pacific during World War II, Petty Officer 1st…
Nicholas Brown: First Black American to Serve as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Washington
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Latasha Causey Becomes First Black Woman Track President In NASCAR History
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Dwyane Wade’s Ex-Wife Accuses Him Of ‘Pressuring’ Their Daughter Zaya’s Gender Change For Financial Gain
Dwyane Wade is being called out by his ex-wife, who accused the NBA star of…
This 78-Year-Old Black Explorer Has Traveled To More Than 50 Countries In 5 Decades
J.R. Harris, a veteran and Black explorer, has spent the last half-century trekking around the…
Vanilla Beane: Washington DC’s ‘Hat Lady’ Dies at 103
The owner of Washington’s most acclaimed hat and bridal shop passed away after working as…
UFC Champion Conor McGregor’s Family Denies His Mother Wore Blackface for Halloween
The UFC star, Conor McGregor, is standing by his mom after facing public scrutiny…
Liberian Rebel Leader, Kunti Kamara Sentenced To Life In Prison
Former Liberian rebel leader Kunti Kamara was found guilty by the Paris court of appeal…
South African Police Discovers 21 Bodies Of Suspected Illegal Miners
South African police are investigating the discovery of at least 21 bodies suspected of being…
Conakry Stadium Massacre Trial Continues In Guinean Capital
In Guinea, the trial of former dictator, Moussa Dadis Camara, and his co-defendants for their…
Kenya Airways To Lose Daily $2.5m If Pilots Strike
Kenya Airways is likely to lose an estimated 300 million shillings ($2.5 million) per day…
Floods Strike A Blow To Tourism Around Senegal’s Pink Lake And Salt Industry
Senegal’s renowned Pink lake may be in danger. At the height of the rainy season…
Remembering Clara Olivia Byrd Baker, Black American Educator and Civic Leader
Clara Olivia Byrd Baker was a teacher who dedicated her life to inspiring her students…
Who Was Dr. Elizabeth Coles, Liberian-Born American Missionary?
The National Association of Ministers’ Wives was founded by Dr. Elizabeth Coles. Cole’s parents were…
Couple Who Started T-Shirt Business From The Garage, Now Design For The U.S. Army
Rose and Tony Jean, a black couple, are the founders of T-shirt Mayhem, a business…
Dutch Judge Rules Jamaican Reggae Star Will Continue Serving Sentence For Attempted Manslaughter
Jah Cure, the Jamaican reggae star convicted of attempted manslaughter in the Netherlands, will serve his…
Man Charged With Murder Of Woman Who Allegedly Informed His Wife About Their Affair
Authorities in Milwaukee have charged two men with murder in the death of a 20-year-old…