Tag: Black History
CULTURE
MLK Made Nobel History in 1964
In 1964, Martin Luther King Jr. became the youngest Nobel Peace Prize winner, donating the $54,123 prize to the civil rights movement.
CULTURE
Slaves Weren’t “Brought” Here.
History books say ‘slaves were brought to America’ but no one ever asked the free Africans if they wanted to leave their homeland. They were stolen, shackled, crammed head-to-toe in slave ships, traded for goods or sold.
MOVIES & TV
Abraham Lincoln: Was He Black? | BlkCosmo Blerds
The election of Barack Obama as President of the United States in 2008 was a significant and historical moment for many Black Americans, and it was viewed as a monumental step in the ongoing struggle for civil rights and racial equalit
NEWS
George Stinney Jr: Tragic Injustice
George Stinney, a 14-year-old Black boy, was wrongfully executed in 1944 South Carolina. His 10-minute trial lacked defense. 70 years later, his conviction was vacated, highlighting systemic racial injustice. His story remains a stark reminder of the cost of such failures.
CULTURE
Harlem Renames Station For Malcolm X
Harlem renamed the 110th Street train station #MalcolmXPlaza on Aug 12, 2025, during Harlem Week, honoring Malcolm X's legacy. His daughter, Ilyasah Shabazz, attended the historic event, which celebrated Black history, identity, and pride in the culturally significant neighborhood.
MUSIC
Happy Birthday, J. Rosamond Johnson
Happy Birthday J. Rosamond Johnson! A talented composer and singer who graced the Harlem Renaissance with his musical genius. His contributions enriched American music.
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RHOC’s Jennifer Pedranti Son Involved in Brush Fire
Jennifer Pedranti addressed speculation about her son's involvement in a brush fire in Ladera Ranch, calling the behavior unacceptable and describing it as a tough learning moment for her family.
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Blac Chyna’s $5M NDA With Ex Over Daughter Dream
Blac Chyna says her ex signed a non-disclosure agreement prohibiting him from talking about her and her famous children. TMZ obtained the confidential agreement Chyna says her ex-boyfriend Twin Hector signed during their relationship. The agreement notes Twin was likely to learn private details about Chyna's business activities, her personal life, and the lives of her children. Per the terms of the deal, the person who signed it is barred from filming Chyna without her consent or from speaking about anything he learned during the romance.
MONEY
Malcolm-Jamal Warner Prenup Lawsuit: Widow Demands $1.2M
The widow of Malcolm-Jamal Warner is suing his mother to recover at least $1.2 million from a family trust, claiming he failed to honor their prenuptial agreement
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Andrew Gillum’s Wife Files for Divorce
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ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Celeste Rivas Found Dead in D4vd’s Tesla
The case of the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas takes a pivotal turn as her accused killer, Texas singer David 'D4vd' Burke, faces a preliminary hearing.