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Mariah Carey to Teach the Voice as an Instrument on Masterclass platform

Singer, songwriter, actress, record producer, entrepreneur, and pop icon Mariah Carey will teach a masterclass on how to use voice as an instrument. Carey has joined the likes of Issa Rae and …

What is Earth Day?

Every year on April 22nd, millions of people worldwide celebrate Earth Day, a day dedicated to promoting environmental awareness and protecting our planet. This global event began in 1970 and has …

The assassination of President Abraham Lincoln

The assassination of President Abraham Lincoln on 14 April 1865 marked one of the most tragic and pivotal moments in American history. Occurring just days after the end of the Civil War, this act of …

Why do we celebrate Easter?

Easter will be seen as a lovely long Bank Holiday weekend for many people. For others, it’s a Christian religious holiday. As a Jamaican, celebrating Easter has always been a tradition with many …

Joseph Stalin: The man, the myth, the legacy

Joseph Stalin, born Ioseb Besarionis dze Jughashvili, was a Soviet politician who ruled the Soviet Union as the General Secretary of the Communist Party and later as Premier. His reign spanned from …

Meagan Good talks about early signs of endometrial cancer

Meagan Good, an actor, director, and activist, has partnered with FORCE, SHARE, Black Health Matters, and Eisai Inc. to raise awareness about endometrial cancer, the most prevalent type of uterine …

Will Smith slaps Chris Rock at the Oscars – Queue the think pieces

Will Smith slapped Chris Rock during the Oscars for joking about Jada Pinkett Smith’s appearance, and now the world is divided. Rock referenced Pinkett Smith’s bald head and joked, “Jada, I …

World Poetry Day: Profile on Paul Laurence Dunbar

Today is World Poetry Day, and to celebrate, we’re highlighting a poet some may not have heard about in mainstream circles. Today, we feature Paul Laurence Dunbar, poet, novelist, and …

Why body positivity is important

Body positivity is the idea that one should love one’s body no matter how one looks. It means accepting your body and not criticising or judging it for any perceived flaws. It’s a practice …

The colonisation of India

India was one of the largest and wealthiest empires in the world before the arrival of the British East India Company in the late 16th century. The East India Company used its military strength and …

Jamal Edwards, SBTV founder, dies aged 31

Music entrepreneur and YouTube star Jamal Edwards has died, aged 31. Jamal Edwards founded SBTV, an urban music platform where artists like Dave, Ed Sheeran, and Jessie J gained recognition. He was …

The growing conversation surrounding anti-white sentiment: Racism versus racial discrimination

The discussion about anti-white sentiment has been gaining momentum in recent times. Many people are now considering the difference between racism and racial discrimination regarding how they impact …