Behind one of the most significant breakthroughs in medical history is a figure whose story was hidden for decades by segregation and prejudice. Vivien Theodore Thomas is a Black American surgical technician without a formal medical degree. He helped develop life-saving heart surgery techniques for children while being classified and paid as a janitor. Born […]
WNBA All-Star Angel Reese is expanding her fashion footprint, signing on as a Global Ambassador and Creative Collaborator for Juicy Couture and unveiling a co-designed capsule titled “Angel Couture.” Angel Reese, 23, said the partnership taps into a longtime affection for the brand. “Juicy Couture has always been about confidence and having fun with fashion,” […]
Twitch star Kai Cenat has set a new platform benchmark and renewed attention on his pledge to build a $5 million school in Nigeria. During Mafiathon 3, a month-long subathon, Cenat became the first creator to surpass 1 million active subscribers—a milestone reached on day 27 of the continuous stream. He marked the achievement by […]
Brownsville, Tennessee, has quietly celebrated Tina Turner for years. On Sept. 27, the city unveiled a new tribute cast in bronze: a life-size statue of the Rock ’n’ Roll icon near Carver High School, across from Heritage Park and a short drive from Nutbush, where she grew up. Designed by Atlanta-based sculptor Fred Ajanogha, the […]
In today’s digital world, disinformation has become a powerful weapon—especially against Black communities. From voter suppression campaigns to misleading health narratives, false content spreads quickly online, eroding trust and silencing voices. To fight back, Onyx Impact has launched the Information Integrity Lab, a groundbreaking initiative designed to counter digital lies and defend Black truths with […]
