Source: Marleen Moise / Getty Supermodel Anok Yai made a stunning return to Howard University on October 19 during the school’s 100th homecoming, and her appearance was everything we dreamed of. The 26-year-old, now one of the most recognizable faces on the runway, strutted across the same yard where she was first discovered. Among a crowd of students, alumni, and supporters, Anok sashayed, posed, and owned every inch of the […]

Kevin Menon. | Source: Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department The “majority” of people allegedly victimized by a Las Vegas police officer criminally charged for orchestrating a series of fake arrests were Black men, according to a new report. Kevin Menon, a 10-year veteran of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), was indicted in August on 13 different charges, including battery on a protected person and eight counts of oppression […]

Source: Scott Legato / Getty The history of Black drummers is rich and deeply intertwined with the development of various music genres, particularly in the United States. Black drummers have played a pivotal role in shaping the sound and evolution of music, from traditional African rhythms to contemporary styles. READ MORE STORIES ON BLACKAMERICAWEB.COM: STREAMED: Tyler, The Creator Readies New Album With “St. Chroma” Single, Drake Links With Chino Pacas For […]

Source: Kevin Mazur / Getty     In the words of Kool & The Gang, October 19th, 2024, turned into a “Celebration” as the legendary group, along with Mary J. Blige, A Tribe Called Quest, Cher, and more, were honored at the 39th annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio. Chuck D, Method Man, Dr. Dre, Dave Chappelle, and Zendaya were […]

Source: Bernard Smalls / @BeanzGotGamez / @PhotosByBeanz / New York Comic Con It’s that time of the year for New York nerds and blerds when they hop on the train or in an Uber to converge on the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center for New York Comic Con. One of the largest comic book conventions in the United States, not called San Diego Comic-Con, is back, and it’s back in […]

Source: standret / Getty Chantal, Sherween, and Fiona are sharing their wish lists of ‘things they wish they knew before moving home to the Caribbean’. They discuss the challenges of reconnecting with friends, the bureaucracy, and cultural differences, such as homophobia and misogyny. Despite these challenges, our ladies find joy in their reconnection to the Caribbean – its beauty and community. Fiona is currently in Guadeloupe, enjoying the cultural immersion […]

Source: Crystal Power / Disney Looking for the perfect binge-worthy shows this weekend. We return with our weekly ‘What to Watch’ TV list that’s sure to captivate the entire family. From comedy-drama to legal thrillers, these series will keep you hooked. Check out trailers for our favorites of the week inside. The hilarious and heartwarming hit Apple TV+ series, “Shrinking,” returns for its much-anticipated second season. Starring Jason Segel, Harrison […]

Source: BPAC Ahead of the upcoming general elections, BlackPAC (BPAC) Founder and Executive Director Adrianne Shropshire took some time to connect with radio host Shejay Divine Martino of Radio One 100.3 WRNB Philly. With less than three weeks until Election Day, Shropshire explained to Martino how she and her organization are engaging Black voters. MORE: Voter Checklist: Here’s What You Should Do Before Heading To The Polls Shropshire emphasized the […]

This weekend, International Gin and Tonic Day (October 19) will be celebrated around the world with those who imbibe surely having a glass of the classic cocktail. To add to the celebration, we’ll be sharing our favorite gins and tonics below in hopes that it’ll be a boost to your International Gin and Tonic Day as well. The origins of International Gin and Tonic Day are hard to pin down […]