In 2026, the travel world is broadening its focus to feature places and accommodations influenced by Black American ownership, heritage, and cultural pride. From luxury resorts led by industry pioneers to historic towns that welcomed generations of Black vacationers, these ten black-owned travel destinations offer experiences that are both meaningful and memorable. 1. Salamander Resort […]
The National Civil Rights Museum has opened the Bayard Rustin Institute for Justice and Education. This national center is the first of its kind. It aims to bring one of the Civil Rights Movement’s most important thinkers into a living curriculum for the 21st century. The institute officially opened on June 9 at the museum […]
Jennifer Lopez, the talented singer, actress, and cultural figure, shared her feelings this week in a conversation that resonated across Hollywood and with fans around the globe. As she navigates her emotional journey after her divorce from Ben Affleck, Lopez became visibly moved while discussing a film that she says “changed her life.” This provided […]
In one of the most followed celebrity divorces of the year, Drew Sidora, actress, singer, and television personality, has completed the long process of divorcing Ralph Pittman. The Georgia Superior Court issued its final decree this week, marking an important moment in their nearly nine-year marriage. Final Judgment Brings Closure The official divorce judgment, recorded […]
In a significant moment for animation history, Disney’s first Black animator and industry icon, Floyd Norman, has been named a recipient of an Honorary Oscar at the 2026 Governors Awards. This is one of cinema’s most esteemed lifetime achievement honors. At 90 years old, Norman is a major figure whose career spans over six decades […]