We love this review of Black Panther by Jada Thwala so we had to share it and make her our #WCW today. “Where or where do I start. My thoughts are: This movie is so dear to my heart. Ryan and Marvel managed To find a beautiful balance between ethnic customs, modern day life and futurism . … Continue reading
Lupita Nyong’o, Young M.A, Ayana Bird, Lacy Redway, Vernon François and more talk about braids and black hair culture in America. Watch this documentary on hair and appropriation in America. Sourced from YouTube Continue reading
We will eventually stop talking about Black Panther, but not just yet. Have a look at this video about the costume design for this brilliant blackity black film. Sourced from Facebook Continue reading
We are sure you have already watched Black Panther. In case you haven’t though here is a quick 101 on our current fav movie. Video sourced from Facebook Continue reading
In honor of Black Panther we needed to repost this article from our archives! From the 18th to the early 20th century in Benin the armed forces were led by the Mino, a fierce all-female army tasked with guarding the palace, royalty and fighting for the territory of Benin, then known as Dahomey. When European … Continue reading
We had no doubt that the Black Panther movie was going to smash records but take a look at these numbers! The film’s estimated three-day gross of $192 million is the highest debut ever for a February film and the fifth highest of all time. Combined with an estimated international debut of $169 million from 69% … Continue reading
Lyda Newman was born in Ohio around 1885. A hairdresser by trade, Newman lived much of her adult life in New York City. While she was not the original inventor of the hair brush, Lyda Newman’s improvements to the brush made her a significant contributor to its evolution. Granted a patent for her invention in 1898, brush … Continue reading
The U.S. has never had a black woman as Governor but our Stacey Abrams plans to change that. She was born December 9, 1973 and is an American politician, lawyer, and businesswoman who was the House Minority Leader for the Georgia General Assembly and State Representative for the 89th House District. She is a member of the Democratic … Continue reading
We love the Grammy’s just as much as the next person and so we had to round up some of the Black Girl Magic of the night. Take a look and tell us what your fav look for the night was! Images sourced from: https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/grammy-awards-2018-red-carpet-fashion-and-dresses.html Continue reading
In Tanzania, it is against the law to marry underage girls. The punishment for those responsible – the husband and the parents of the bride who allowed the wedding to happen – is up to 30 years in prison. Nevertheless, there are families who continue to follow the tradition and attempt to marry their daughters … Continue reading
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