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Anthony Nesty makes history as the first Black head coach to lead the U.S. swimming team to Olympics

Anthony Nesty, former 1988 Olympic gold medalist in 100-metre butterfly and the current Head Coach of the University of Florida’s swimming team – Florida Gators, will become the first ever Black Head Coach of a…

By Oji Benedict October 2, 2023
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The first Black-owned footwear company has launched its inaugural shoe line

Earlier this year, Dr. D’Wayne Edwards joined forces with Designer Brands to establish the Jan Ernst Matzeliger Studio (JEMS), marking a significant milestone as the first-ever black-owned footwear and shoe factory. From this groundbreaking establishment,…

By Preta Peace Namasaba September 30, 2023
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Antetokounmpo family expands their portfolio with new investment in Los Angeles Golf Club (LAGC)

NBA superstar brothers, Thanasis, Giannis, Kostas, and Alex, are expanding and diversifying their family’s income streams. Their latest endeavor is a significant investment in the Los Angeles Golf Club (LAGC). LAGC is among the six…

By Oji Benedict September 27, 2023
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Horace Dawson appointed CEO of Red Lobster

Horace Dawson has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Red Lobster, the world’s largest seafood restaurant chain. His journey with the company began in 2014 when he assumed the role of Executive…

By Preta Peace Namasaba September 26, 2023

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2023 BlackStars honoree Deniece Laurent-Mantey appointed by Biden to lead new Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement

President Joe Biden announced on Tuesday the inaugural members of the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States. During the 2022 U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, the Biden-Harris administration said it was establishing…

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Green Leaders: 4 Black founders ushering in a sustainable future

Climate change and sustainability have been at the forefront of the 21st century. However, a concerning revelation from the 2022 U.S. Energy and Employment Report points to a significant underrepresentation of Black Americans in the…

By Preta Peace Namasaba September 12, 2023
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Introducing 7 influential Black figures in AI

AI technologies have taken center stage in recent weeks and months, permeating various aspects of daily life. AI, with its capacity for learning, planning, reasoning, and creativity, has been a part of our technological landscape…

By Abu Mubarik September 10, 2023
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Harvard is set to inaugurate its first Black President Claudine Gay on September 29. Here is what you need to know about her.

When it was announced last year that Claudine Gay would assume the role of the 30th president of Harvard University, the world’s most prestigious higher learning institution, there was a surge of excitement within communities…

By Solomon Mensah September 8, 2023
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