bell hooks: Author and feminist dies aged 69
bell hooks, the activist, poet, feminist and author, died on 15 Decemberat her home in Berea, Kentucky of an undisclosed illness. She was 69. She was surrounded by friends and family at the time of …
Exploring the Selfless Act of Breathing: A review of JJ Bola’s book
The Selfless Act of Breathing is a poignant collection of essays, poems, and personal anecdotes exploring modern society’s complexities and the human condition. Written by JJ Bola, a …
The history of Palestine
Palestine, with its rich tapestry of civilisations and tumultuous history, stands at the intersection of Asia, Africa, and Europe. This region, cradled by the Mediterranean Sea to the west and the …
What is cancel culture, and are there any benefits?
In a world full of cancel culture, it’s hard to know what to do. We’re constantly being told that if we don’t agree with someone or something, the best thing to do is cancel them …
Teaser trailer for Colin Kaepernick series, Colin in Black and White released
A teaser trailer for Colin Kaepernick and Ava DuVernay’s upcoming Netflix limited series Colin in Black & White has been released.
The six-episode scripted drama chronicles Kaepernick’s …
The Little Rock Nine: A milestone in the fight for desegregation
In 1957, nine African American students enrolled in Little Rock Central High School, marking a significant moment in the fight against racial segregation in the United States. The events that …
The Sonic Alchemist: Exploring the genius of Lee “Scratch” Perry
In the pantheon of music legends, few figures are as enigmatic and influential as Lee “Scratch” Perry. Born in rural Jamaica on 20 March 1936, Perry would become a pivotal figure in the …
Emmett Till – Life and death
The brutal abduction and murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till on 28 August 1955 brought nationwide attention to the racial violence and injustice prevalent in Mississippi. It also spurred the emerging …
Madam C J Walker
Madam C J Walker was an entrepreneur best known for inventing Black haircare products. She was a political social activist, philanthropist and the first female self-made millionaire.
Early …
The humanitarian crisis in Palestine
For over 70 years, the Palestinian people have suffered under Israel’s occupation. And today, the humanitarian crisis in Palestine is worse than ever. Over 2 million Palestinians live in Gaza, which …
Onesimus – the slave who helped quell the Boston smallpox outbreak
Onesimus was an enslaved West African man whose African teachings helped to reduce the impact of the smallpox outbreak in Boston, Massachusetts.
Little is known about Onesimus before he was …
Juneteenth – The abolition of slavery
What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It is observed annually on 19 June. It is also called Emancipation Day, or Juneteenth Independence …