When you think of the first Irish people, you probably picture fair-skinned red heads…history and science says otherwise. Turns out, the first Irish were blue-eyed Black folks. Researchers say that the ancient genetics of Ireland reveal that the island’s earliest inhabitants— hunter-gatherers who arrived about 10,000 years ago (around 8000 BCE)—had dark skin and piercing […]
Comic book culture is truly a world of its own, merging the intersections of literature, art, vivid imagination and made-for-Hollywood storytelling onto the pages of a 6×10 booklet. It’s probably the reason why so many high-profile entertainers of today are making a shift from movies to manga. Black Hollywood specifically has done a great job […]
Black History is recognized by America with 28 days on the calendar year, but everyday our history is told through our people. Black music is a vital organ in which Black history is held as keepsake. Hip-Hop in particular, from its inception to its now highest of heights, embodies what it means to be Black. […]
Over the past 25 years, also known as the new millennium, black folks have been trailblazing! From politics to entertainment, business to sports, these history makers have shattered barriers and set brand new precedents for what is achievable by becoming “firsts.” Their accomplishments are more than just personal milestones—they represent progress, perseverance, and the […]
Our resident "Blistorian" Kimberly Renee joined us again, this time with lore of the first-ever Black congresswoman, Shirley Chisholm.
'The Amanda Seales Show' kicks off Black History Month with an interesting question: does the annual celebration still hit the way it used to?
The erasure and restoration of "Bélizaire" inspired us to put together a list of 10 other historic Black artworks you should know about.
Things escalated in the discrimination lawsuit between Diddy and Deleon after claims that watermelon tequila was used to target Black consumers.
Who you calling "African American"?!
Janelle Monáe partnered with Martell to honor the art of Loïs Mailou Jones with a reimagined Little Paris Group at The Bishop Gallery in BK.
Howard University made HBCUs proud yet again with its swim and dive team by making Black history on a recent 'Sport Illustrated' Daily Cover.
Kyra Harris Bolden made history when she was sworn in on the Michigan Supreme Court as the first Black female justice in the court’s 185-year history.
