Viola Davis has added another prestigious honor to her collection, receiving an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree from the American Film Institute (AFI) Conservatory. The esteemed actress was recognized for her “distinguished contributions to the art of the moving image” during the Conservatory’s commencement ceremony on August 8, held at the iconic TCL Chinese […]
Calvin Butler isn’t just leading one of the largest utility companies in the U.S., he’s reshaping what leadership looks like in an industry at the crossroads of innovation, equity, and environmental transformation. As the President and CEO of Exelon Corporation, Butler sits at the helm of a Fortune 200 energy giant that serves over 10 […]
Ananda Lewis (March 21, 1973 – June 11, 2025) was a multifaceted American media personality, celebrated for her impactful work as a television host, journalist, and advocate. Her career spanned over three decades, during which she became a trusted voice for youth, a champion for social justice, and a beacon of resilience in the face […]
Brooklyn’s Hip-Hop community is mourning the loss of one of its foundational figures. Howard Thompson, known professionally as Hitman Howie Tee, has died at age 61. Details surrounding his passing have not been made public. Born in England to Jamaican parents and raised in Brooklyn, Howie Tee became a quiet force behind some of the […]
When the COVID-19 pandemic brought the world to a halt, most people went into survival mode. But for Alexander Zanders, a fintech entrepreneur from Baltimore, Maryland, it was an opportunity to plant seeds, quite literally. Zanders sold off his cryptocurrency holdings to purchase 100 acres of farmland in Nigeria, a bold move that laid the […]
