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Judith Jamison, a legendary dancer and former artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, passed away at 81 on November 9, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, Jamison began her dance journey with rigorous training in classical ballet and modern dance, later joining Alvin Ailey’s company in 1965. She quickly became an iconic figure, especially […]
This year’s Battle of Jollof, taking place in Brooklyn on November 8-9, celebrates African culture through a lively competition of Jollof rice—West Africa’s iconic dish made with rice, tomatoes, and spices. Founded in 2020 by Arinze Emeagwali, Tjay Adeshola, and Abdul Abdullah, the event has grown into a cultural celebration combining food and sports. Sponsored […]
A few days ago, WDKX.com gave The Biggest Dating Profile “Icks”, What To Lookout For! But there are still some standout qualities you may want to highlight to boost your chances in getting the green light from a potential match. The top dating profile attributes that make a person more likely to choose to match with […]
A new Forbes Health survey polled 1,000 U.S. adults who have used a dating app within the last year. Collaborating with Talker Research the survey uncovered what the biggest “icks” (a modern dating term used to express information we deem unpleasant) are with dating profiles—and what makes someone more inclined to match. Given that people […]
Idris Elba is working to transform Africa’s entertainment industry by building modern film studios, beginning in Zanzibar, Tanzania. This vision emerged after discussions with Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan at the World Economic Forum. The Zanzibar government has already allocated nearly 200 acres for the first studio, which Elba hopes will serve as a foundation […]
The new Diwali Barbie, released on October 4, 2024, has generated significant attention, selling out on Mattel’s website within 24 hours. This Barbie, designed in collaboration with Indian fashion designer Anita Dongre, marks a departure from previous Indian Barbies, which were criticized for their inaccurate representations of Indian culture and overly pale skin tones. The […]
The NFL Super Bowl halftime show will continue to be produced by Jay-Z’s Roc Nation. The partnership, which originally began in 2019, saw Roc Nation take the lead in advising and selecting artists for major NFL performances, including the coveted Super Bowl halftime show. Additionally, Roc Nation has played a significant role in supporting the […]
The 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards took place last week in Las Vegas, airing to the masses Tuesday (Oct. 15) evening. While the show felt more like a great night at the club than an awards presentation, there were, indeed, winners in this year’s ceremony. Announced throughout the night by host Fat Joe, the first winner was Sexyy Red for Best […]
Toni Vaz, the pioneering actress, stunt performer, and founder of the NAACP Image Awards, passed away on October 4, 2024, at the age of 101 in Woodland Hills, California. Vaz, who broke barriers in Hollywood, was known for her daring stunt work, doubling for legendary actors such as Cicely Tyson, Eartha Kitt, and Juanita Moore. […]
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is not only a time to recognize Native American history but also an opportunity to explore the deep connections between African American and Native American communities. These two groups have a long, complex history of shared struggles, including colonization, displacement, and enslavement. For instance, during the Trail of Tears in the 1830s, […]
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