Africa Jan 21Jan 21 The Dahomey Warriors: The Real-Life All-Female Army That Inspired Marvel By Nicole Render
business Apr 12Apr 12 5 Businesses You Start for Less Than $5,000Are you looking to start your own business on a set budget? There are many ideas that can work today if you’ve got the time and patience. We are all on strict budgets these days, but that shouldn’t stop you from pursuing your dream of full independence and autonomy. To help get started, we’ve compiled
business Apr 03Apr 03 The Top Ways to Earn Interests on Your Money in 2023Saving money is a smart financial move – even in these uncertain times. However, simply putting money into a savings account may not be enough to make it grow. Your earning potential will decrease significantly in retirement – but prudent savings and investments now, can keep in that lifestyle you’ve become accustomed to. Fortunately, there
America Mar 15Mar 15 Watch Roland Martin Insightful Interview on the Breakfast ClubRoland Martin is an American journalist, syndicated columnist, and author. He was born in Houston, Texas, and is the oldest of four children. Martin attended Texas A&M University, and later graduated from Jackson State University with a degree in mass communication. His career in media started when he began working in radio, becoming the news
business Mar 13Mar 13 SVB Bank Collapses, Bitcoin Price SurgesThe collapse of SVB Bank and the subsequent spike in crypto prices over the past 24 hours has created a chaotic atmosphere in the financial sector. The sudden and unexpected failure of SVB Bank has sent shockwaves across the market, leaving many investors scrambling to make sense of the situation. At the same time, the
Africa Mar 11Mar 11 What Would Mansa Musa’s 2023 Net Worth Be?Mansa Musa was (still has the record) the richest human being that ever lived. His wealth is almost incomparable to anyone alive – even the newest richest African, Elon Musk. Musk’s wealth, though massive really is a drop in the bucket, compared to America’s total $15 trillion GDP. Mansa’s wealth was so astounding, that his
Africa Mar 08Mar 08 Zimbabwe Maybe Key to Solving Worldwide Lithium ShortageZimbabwe is becoming increasingly well-known for its lithium resources. The country is home to the largest known lithium deposit in the world, located in the Kamativi belt. This deposit is estimated to contain more than 11 million tons of lithium, making Zimbabwe a major player in the world’s lithium industry. Zimbabwe is also home to
America Feb 23Feb 23 Don Lemon Frustrates Neil DeGrasse Tyson Live on AirVeteran Cnn news anchor Don Lemon has been the news a lot recently for many varied reasons – all them of them have been bad. He recently had the honor to interview Dr. Tyson, a privilege most of us would want. During their interview on Cnn, the interviewer frustratingly kept laughing and raising his voice
America Feb 20Feb 20 Kamala Harris: Why Our Slow Human Evolution May Hold Her BackKamala Harris represents embodies three incredible achievements in one person. She is America’s first female Vice President, it’s highest ever ranking black and East Indian female politician. She is one person away from becoming the most powerful human on Earth. But, because of our slow human evolution, her path to the ultimate seat of power
America Feb 20Feb 20 Black Americans Have More Spending Power Than Australia or SpainYes you read that statement correctly, going by 2021 Wordbank GDP figures by country – black Americans have a greater spending power than Australia or Spain. The GDP for Australia in 2021 was $1.551 Trillion, for Spain it was $1.427 Trillion. In 2022 CNBC reported that black Americans have a combined spending power of $1.6
business Feb 19Feb 19 Bomani Jones Accurately Predicted the the Fall of CryptoOn March 10 2022 Bitcoin had a price of $39,411.82, a year later it had sunken as low as $15,000 USD. On that day in March, the HBO presenter on his show, accurately predicted the fall of the crypto markets – months before it happened. Watch this sagelike piece he presented a year before the fall.
America Feb 18Feb 18 Byron Allen $100 Million Estate: Most Expensive Black Owned Home in USByron Allen is an interesting person to say the least, with a fascinating rags to riches story like no other. The owner of the weather channel is no stranger to history making turns in the news – then he went and purchased the most expensive single piece of real estate owned by a black American
America Feb 14Feb 14 Superfund Sites in Poor Black Neighborhoods in America: a Crime Against HumanityIn America, Superfund sites have been found in many poor black neighborhoods, raising significant questions about environmental justice. Superfund sites are locations that have been contaminated with hazardous waste and designated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for cleanup. These sites contain contaminants such as lead, asbestos, and other toxic chemicals, which can
headline Feb 12Feb 12 Zhang Heng the Chinese Scientist Inventor of the SeismometerMany of us, myself included, was schooled in a 100% based European centric educational system – where in the scientific impact and contributions from other people were ignored or erased. One of these people maybe the Chinese scientist Zhang Heng, without whom the modern science of seismology would not be where it is today. Who
news Feb 12Feb 12 Haiti 2010 and Portugal 1755: A Tale of Two Different EarthquakesWhen we think of Haiti and Portugal a few cultural similarities pop into mind – both nations have rich traditions religious adherence and very strong minded people. Also each nations in their pasts were rocked by civilisation ending natural disasters. Yes Haiti’s recovery from the 2010 earthquake is painfully slow by our quick pace news
entertainment Feb 11Feb 11 Black Entertainers Are Finally Understanding Their True PowerIn recent news we see Jay-z has beating a liquor brand in their contested lawsuit – he reportedly won a near $1 Billion dollar verdict. Also, famous rapper Flo-rida won another suit against energy drink maker Celsius (reportedly, $80 million). Even though Flo-rida’s verdict was far smaller than the Jay-z/Bacardi suit outcome – his compensation
America Feb 10Feb 10 Child Genius Challenges Astrophysicist Live on Air About the Big Bang TheoryIt’s not everyday you’ll see a 9 year child try to stump the world’s most famous astrophysicist with a surprisingly smart question on the Big Bang Theory. That’s exactly what happened when David Balogun, a 9-year-old – who is about to enter his freshman year of college – put forth his theory to non-other than
America Feb 08Feb 08 The World’s Most Famous Scientist is a Puerto Rican AmericanSince the death of Stephen Hawking, Neil Degrasse Tyson has emerged as the most famous scientist alive. He is an astrophysicist, cosmologist, author, and science communicator. Neil was of course born in America to black father and a Puerto Rican born mother. Tyson is most well known for his popular science works, such as the
Africa Feb 08Feb 07 The African Countries with the Most PyramidsPyramids are one of the most iconic structures in the world and have been around for thousands of years. While most of us think of the great pyramids of Giza in Egypt when we think of pyramids, there are actually pyramids in other parts of the world, including Africa. In fact, Africa is home to
news Feb 07Feb 07 The Deadliest Person in History is Not Who Think it isAbout a year ago Youtube channel Veritasium did a video on a man no one has ever heard about – a scientist – that is responsible for more human deaths and misery than anyone else, ever (even though he is long dead, his work still kills millions). Clair Cameron Patterson was his name and i’m
opinion Feb 07Feb 07 Atlantis May Have Existed in AfricaThe legend of Atlantis is one of the most enduring mysteries of our time. It is a mythical island that is believed to have existed in the Atlantic Ocean, but many believe that it may have actually been located somewhere in Africa. In this post, I will explore why the legendary Atlantis may have existed
business Feb 07Feb 07 Mansa Musa: The Richest Human in History, How’d He Lived and DiedWhen you think of the wealthiest human beings ever, historical names like King Solomon from the bible or dynastic rulers like Genghis Khan come to mind. In modern times, Rockerfella, Howard Hughes – even more recently – Elon musk, Bill Gates or the Ambani family dominates the current Zeitgeist. All these men can’t hold a
entertainment Feb 01Feb 01 Will Mondrich from Bridgeton Really ExistedBridgeton is Netflix’s second biggest original series ever, only behind the company’s other phenomenon, Squid Games. The Shonda Rhimes creation is a massive fan favourite – going into a season 3 premier perhaps this year. Even though fans and critics both adored the period piece drama (Season One got 87% on Rottentomatoes); it has faced
business Jan 31Jan 31 Watch Scientist Eviscerates Trump Voter Talking Bad About the H1B VisasThis is quiet an old clip (but it never gets old) of Dr. Michio Kaku just beating the breaks off some cocky dude – conversationally of course – about America’s H1B Visa (genius) system. These types of Visas (used by foreign immigrants to work in the US) may not be known to the wider American
entertainment Jan 29Jan 29 Black Americans Have the Economic Power to Stop Police BrutalityOn July 13, 2013 a six female jury acquitted George Zimmerman for the death of 17 year old child, Trayvon Martin. Martin’s murder brought back a chilling reminder of the death another unarmed and innocent black teen, Emmet Till – decades earlier. The strategy employed to bring public outcry to the killing of unarmed black
business Jan 12Jan 12 Mansa Musa: the Richest Man in History, What Happened to His Wealth?Mansa Musa, the 14th century West African ruler of the Mali Empire, was one of the wealthiest and most powerful rulers in history. Musa was born in 1280 and became the ruler of the Mali Empire in 1312. He was known for his immense wealth and lavish spending. Mansa’s wealth was so great that had
