Rural Hennepin County in Minnesota welcomes the state’s inaugural Black-owned Freight Farm on March 27, marking a significant stride in modern produce cultivation within confined spaces, as reported by KARE11. Freight Farms, a Boston-based agricultural technology company, pioneered the creation of “container farms” – hydroponic farming systems housed within freight containers. Spearheaded by farmer Marcus […]
Boston.com reports that Boston has allocated $500,000 in grants to 63 local organizations to bolster community empowerment and support positive outcomes for Black men and boys. Mayor Michelle Wu, alongside the Office of Black Male Advancement, unveiled the 2024 Empowerment Grants on March 26, emphasizing the city’s commitment to addressing systemic disparities and promoting equity. […]
It’s been more than twenty years since Tupac Shakur passed away, yet his impact endures undiminished. Recently, the legendary artist was posthumously honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, showing just how much he’s still remembered. Sekyiwa “Set” Shakur, his sister, said during the ceremony that it proves how much he influenced […]
John Ridley’s “Shirley” delves into the historic 1972 presidential bid of Shirley Chisholm (Regina King), a groundbreaking figure as the first black woman elected to Congress and the first woman to seek the Democratic nomination for president. Throughout the portrayal of her campaign journey, “Shirley” highlights Chisholm’s unwavering determination against the dual forces of misogyny […]
Rihanna opens up about her journey as a mother to her two sons and her remarkable success as an international musician and self-made billionaire. In a conversation with Vogue China’s editor-in-chief Margaret Zhang, the renowned singer marked the launch of Fenty Beauty in China with a cover feature and an honest discussion about raising her […]
