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The 14th annual BlackStar Film Festival returns to Philadelphia from July 31 to August 3, 2025, positioning itself as one of the nation's most significant platforms for Black, Brown, and Indigenous filmmakers. This year's theme, "Cinema for Liberation," reflects the festival's continued
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Culture Ghanaian Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba Passes Away at 60 Ghanaian Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba Passes Away at 60Ghana Mourns the Loss of a Musical Icon Ghana’s beloved highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the age of
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A Life Dedicated to Truth and Justice John Hope Franklin (1915-2009) stands as one of America's most distinguished historians and a towering figure in the study of African American history. Born in Rentiesville, Oklahoma, Franklin would go on to revolutionize how Americans understood their nation's racial
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In the heart of Harlem, where culture and tradition intersect on every corner, stands a bakery that has become more than just a place to buy dessert—it's a community institution. Make My Cake has been serving up Southern-style confections for over 25 years, turning family recipes rooted
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Discovering FlameKeepers Hat Club: Harlem's Premier Hat Destination In the heart of Harlem, at 273 W. 121st Street, sits a gem that's redefining the hat shopping experience for a new generation. FlameKeepers Hat Club isn't just a store—it's a destination where
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How a Def Jam VP is revolutionizing golf through community, culture, and authentic representation Breaking Barriers on the Green In a sport historically dominated by exclusivity and tradition, Swang is writing a different story. Founded in August 2023 by Modi Oyewole, this Los Angeles-based golf collective operates under a simple
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Culture African Diaspora Goods Spring/Summer 2025 African Diaspora Goods Spring/Summer 2025In the heart of SoHo, at 176 Spring Street, something extraordinary is happening. Founded in 2019 by designer and aesthete Tremaine Emory, each Denim Tears collection tells a story, revealing what the brand’s founder calls the African
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In the heart of SoHo, at 176 Spring Street, something extraordinary is happening. Founded in 2019 by designer and aesthete Tremaine Emory, each Denim Tears collection tells a story, revealing what the brand's founder calls the African Diaspora. Now, with the launch of the African Diaspora Goods Spring/
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Culture Amy Sherald Cancels Smithsonian Exhibition Over Censorship Concerns Amy Sherald Cancels Smithsonian Exhibition Over Censorship ConcernsRenowned artist Amy Sherald, best known for her official portrait of Michelle Obama, has withdrawn her highly anticipated solo exhibition “American Sublime” from the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, citing concerns over institutional censorship.
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In Highsnobiety's latest deep dive into the "Everything Is Streetwear" series, Kunle Martins—the legendary New York graffiti writer, IRAK founder, and downtown scene stalwart—offers a nostalgic yet unflinching look at the golden era of early 2000s New York that helped birth modern streetwear culture.
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Culture Ralph Lauren's Oak Bluffs Collection Is a Masterclass in Classic Summer Style Ralph Lauren’s Oak Bluffs Collection Is a Masterclass in Classic Summer StyleRalph Lauren has unveiled the Polo Ralph Lauren for Oak Bluffs collection, a limited-edition line that celebrates the historic Martha’s Vineyard community
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When Joe Budden accidentally leaked his Patreon earnings to his 1.7 million Instagram followers last month, it set the internet ablaze. Now, a comprehensive New York Times profile has pulled back the curtain completely on one of the most successful independent media empires in podcasting—and the figures are