By Lindsay Kimble, People
Damian Lillard is helping the NBA advocate for change in America. In a new PSA launched in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month this May, Lillard — who plays for the Portland Trail Blazers — decries the recent rise in violence against the AAPI community. Continue reading Damian Lillard Encourages Others to ‘Be Good Allies’ in NBA’s AAPI Month PSA: ‘Stand Up, Speak Out’
By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN
A new wave of Black women are breaking barriers as they ascend to mayoral seats in cities with deeply rooted histories of racism and inequality. Continue reading The number of Black women mayors leading major cities to reach historic high. Here is why they are winning
By Black News
Meet Nynoka Grant, founder and CEO of Akoyn Beauty, an Atlanta-based Black-owned company that manufactures vegan-friendly personal care specialty products that are especially for women. Their premium soaps, skin creams, and body butter are handmade from the finest all-natural ingredients. Now, more than ever, taking care of yourself and remaining stress-free is a priority. Continue reading Meet the Founder of a Thriving Black-Owned, Vegan-Friendly Beauty Brand
By Melissa Repko, CNBC
Target said it will hire more Black-owned companies, launch a program to identify and support promising minority entrepreneurs and add products from more than 500 Black-owned brands to its shelves or website. Continue reading Target says it will spend more than $2 billion with Black-owned businesses by 2025
MAKEDA EASTER, Los Angeles Times
Getty and the city of Los Angeles are expected to announce Tuesday the launch of the African American Historic Places Project, a three-year initiative to identify and preserve landmarks that represent Black heritage across L.A. Continue reading Just 3% of L.A. landmarks are linked to Black history. One project aims to change that
By Katie Campione, People
Venus Williams is once again lending her voice to the movement for gender equality.
The five-time Wimbledon champion penned a moving essay for British Vogue on Monday about using her platform to advocate for equal pay. Continue reading Venus Williams Pens Powerful Essay on Gender Equality, Announces Campaign to Advocate for Equal Pay
By LISA WEHRSTEDT, Express UK
After her amazing performance as LaKeisha on the Starz show Power, LaLa Anthony has now landed a major new role alongside Power producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, on an upcoming drama. Continue reading Power: LaKeisha star LaLa Anthony reunites with 50 Cent for huge new Starz project
By Angelique Jackson, Variety
With her critically acclaimed performance in “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” Viola Davis is primed to become the most nominated Black actress in Oscars history. Continue reading Viola Davis on the Prospect of Becoming the Most Nominated Black Actress in Oscars History
By Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter
The host kept his jokes to a minimum while introducing a very different version of music’s biggest night amid the pandemic era of awards shows. Continue reading Grammys: Read Trevor Noah’s Opening Monologue
You can count Beyoncé as one of the 17 million people who tuned in to Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan’s highly anticipated sit-down with Oprah Winfrey last Sunday, as now, the superstar is showing her support for the Duchess of Sussex. Continue reading Beyoncé Says She’s “Inspired” by Meghan Markle Following Her Oprah Interview
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It’s almost time to watch Oprah Winfrey‘s interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Oprah With Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special promises to be an intimate, wide-ranging conversation with the couple in their first televised sit-down since their engagement, airing on Sunday, March 7. Continue reading How to Watch ‘Oprah With Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special’
“Our skin color should not be a criteria, only talent should matter,” ballerina Chloé Lopes Gomes told NBC News”
Continue reading Black Dancer Calls Out Racism in ‘Elitist’ European Ballet World
