Author: Anna Chan
Whether you know of the quilters from Gee’s Bend, Alabama, for their celebrated textile art or their remarkable history, their legacy is undeniably profound. Mary Ann Pettway was not born a quilting legend, but it was indeed her destiny. As the seventh of eight surviving children, Pettway learned how to sew from her mother—not to […]
Pursuing a route of parenthood is one of the most beautiful experiences life has to offer. While it may not be for everyone, the help of modern science and lessened stigmas have opened up new opportunities for those looking to expand their family units. In recent years, more Black women have considered egg freezing as […]
The fight for racial and social justice will be a tasty one at this year’s Black Music Action Coalition‘s fourth annual BMAC Gala. James Beard award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi of Tatiana in New York City will head the gala’s culinary experience, which will take place at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles on September 19, 2024. “We are honored […]
Defying the odds, Switzerland won the 68th Eurovision Song Contest with “The Code” by Nemo on Saturday (May 11) at the Malmö Arena in Sweden. It’s the perfect bookend as Switzerland won the very first competition in 1956 with “Refrain” by Lys Assia. This is the European nation’s third win and the first since Celine […]
2023 may have featured massive releases from artists such as Taylor Swift (Taylor’s Versions of Speak Now and 1989), Drake (For All the Dogs and its Scary Hours edition), Bad Bunny (Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana), Nicki Minaj (Pink Friday 2), Morgan Wallen (One Thing at a Time) and many others, but […]
Beyoncé was ready for her renaissance back in 2013 when she chopped off her long locks for a stylish pixie cut, and now, she’s explaining why she made the major hair transformation at the time. Related Beyoncé Teases New Haircare Brand Cécred: ‘Hair Is Sacred’ 02/19/2024 “I remember the day I decided to just cut all […]
It’s work work work work work for Rihanna — according to A$AP Rocky. The “Babushka Boi” rapper was out and about in Paris recently when fans asked him for an update on the singer’s highly anticipated next album. Related A Timeline of A$AP Rocky & Rihanna’s Relationship 02/19/2024 In a video shared on X, fans are […]
New Orleans has seen too many incarcerated children suffer with no resources to address their mental health needs. A new initiative is changing that. The Orleans Parish Juvenile Court has received a federal grant of $750K to establish a mental health court system to reduce juvenile crime. The pilot program is primed to provide new pathways to address juvenile […]
Black creatives play a crucial role in shaping the cultural landscape and driving innovation in various industries. In 2024, their importance becomes even more pronounced as society continues to recognize and celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and the unique perspectives that Black creatives bring to the table. First and foremost, Black creatives contribute to the enrichment of […]
Is finding love an intention for 2024? Ready to Love: Make a Move host Tamica Lee says, come to New Orleans to find the one! “New Orleans is such a great city—the vibe and the culture. Between the food and the people and just the city itself, it’s like you’re dating another person,” she says, adding […]