59 years ago today, February 21, 1965, the civil rights activist and leader, Malcolm X, was murdered at 39 years of age. Three men from the Nation of Islam, Thomas Hagan, Norman Butler and Thomas Johnson, were all charged with the Malcolm’s death, yet only Hagan confessed while the other two maintained their innocence. He […]
Today, we will come to the end of what would be the 47th year of celebrating Black History Month. The historical celebration began in 1924 after Dr.Carter G. Woodson believed that African Americans were not being taught enough about the history and accomplishments of their ancestors. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Woodson turned to his […]
Many people may have heard of the “Five Percenters” or the teachings that stem from this cultural phenomenon born in the ghettos of America, but there are very few who are familiar with the origins of the 5% Nation (also known as the Nation Of Gods and Earths) or that of the founder of the […]
February marks the annual observance of Black History Month, a federally recognized, nationwide celebration that honors the triumphs and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S. history. Furthermore, the month sheds light on the massive influence Black men and women have held in shaping the world around them. It is not a random occurrence that February […]
February marks an important month for the culture including the headliner of this year’s Super Bowl halftime performance. Not only does this history maker excel at her craft, she is a dedicated philanthropist with her own innovative nonprofit. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In 2017, Rihanna received the Harvard Humanitarian of the Year award and […]
Today marks the 28th birthday of a young man named Trayvon Martin, who not only in the United States but the rest of the world came to know because he chose to defend himself against his assailant George Zimmerman and his life was taken as a result. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information George Zimmerman claimed […]
Twenty-four years ago on this date, a 23-year-old Guinean immigrant named Amadou Diallo was murdered by four plain-clothes NYPD police officers in his hallway after they unloaded 41 shots into Diallo in front of his Bronx apartment. The haphazard officers hit Diallo with only 19 shots; less than half of what was discharged from their […]
TikTok unveiled their first-ever Visionary Voices list, which honors Black creatives, small business owners, and culture changemakers on TikTok, as well as #BlackTikTok programming and initiatives to commemorate Black History Month, such as special guest and album playlists, a week-long #womeninhiphop celebration, and more! Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The #BlackTikTok community is at the […]
As we wait to see the Kansas City Chiefs play the Philadelphia Eagles for the Super Bowl LVII crown, it is essential to remember Black History Month runs in tandem with this unofficial American holiday. Despite declining viewership due to the Kaepernick controversy, the NFL is still one of the most-watched sports in the country. […]
In the latest WTF news, Miami police recently unveiled their new Black History Month-themed police cruiser. Miami mayor Francis Suarez and Miami Police Chief Manuel Morales attended the unveiling. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to WSVN, the unveiling occurred in front of the Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum in Miami’s Overtown neighborhood. The […]
During all February games at Barclays Center, the Brooklyn Nets will salute the worldwide collection of communities that comprise the African Diaspora. Each game will have a distinct theme and will contain fan activations, enhanced gaming entertainment, and other features. The Black History Month games are part of the Nets Unite platform, an annual project […]
February 2, 1862 Congress abolished slavery in the District of Columbia, an important step on the road to freedom for all Black Americans Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information 1862 was a pivotal year toward ending slavery in America. The bill, S. 108, was referred to the Committee on the District of Columbia which reported it […]
Throughout Black history, Black people have fought back against constant oppression. Those moments include acts of police brutality, most evident recently by the killing of Tyre Nichols at the hands of the Memphis Police department. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Five Memphis police officers have been fired and charged with the murder of Nichols. Nichols […]
Today marks the start of the 46th year of celebrating Black History Month. This tradition originally began as “Negro History Week.” Dr. Carter G. Woodson felt that African Americans were not being educated enough about their ancestors’ achievements and history, so he started the historical celebration in 1926. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information For assistance […]
Last year on the first day of Black History month, at least a dozen Historically Black Colleges and Universities received bomb threats, causing the schools to either evacuate or dismiss classes for that day altogether, showing the relentless commitment to racism in this country, especially towards its specialized, secondary learning institutions. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more […]
Having a Barbie Doll has become a staple in almost all of our lives. So when we saw that Harlem Fashion Row and Barbie partnered to launch doll-sized replicas of the designs from renowned Black fashion creatives. The Collaboration puts a spotlight on The Black Designers: Hanifa, Rich Fresh, and Kimberly Goldson. making the Barbie […]
As we approach the end of Black History Month, it is essential to highlight a culture that bears an overwhelming significance amid its celebration. That culture is no other than hip-hop culture. While hip-hop has its month in November, National Hip Hop History Month, which was declared by Congress last year, is strictly dedicated to […]
Los Angeles Instagram exhibit to showcase Black History of Memes. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information From the evolution of photos and GIFs, to short videos, the Black meme community has become a pivotal part of pop culture on social media. Over the last decade, the way Black people share memes is an expression of ourselves […]
As a part of the Utah Jazz’s Black Experience celebration of Black History Month, the team released its first narrative short film, Sunday Dinner. The film stars an all-Black cast and details the importance of the relationship between a Black father and son. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Written and directed by Donavan Myles Edwards, […]
President Biden says shining a light on Black history is important to growing stronger as a nation. Yesterday, The White House released a Statement of Proclamation on National Black History Month, 2022 signed by Biden for today’s start of Black History Month. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Biden whom is taking Presidential actions wrote that […]
