"Morgiane," a forgotten opera written by Black composer in 1855, performed for the first time
"Morgiane" is believed to be the oldest existing opera written by a Black American, but it wasn't seen by audiences until 2025.
Today’s events for Feb. 16
The Aiken Civic Orchestra will perform a concert featuring the Vega Harp Duo at 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, at Aiken's First ...
What does ‘Wawa’ even mean? The company offers up a hint
In certain communities along the East Coast, the mere mention of the name “Wawa” conjures up visions of piping-hot coffee, scratch-off lottery tickets and pre-made Sizzli breakfast sandwiches. But ...
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Celebrate Black History Month by reading these 16 sci-fi and fantasy authors who've shaped the genre
February is Black History Month, and that means it's a great time to take stock of some of the Black creators who have helped ...
Welsh Open snooker 2025 LIVE RESULTS: Brecel LEADS Selby 3-2 in frame six after migraine scare, Carter vs Maguire next
THE Welsh Open is closing in on a thrilling finale in Llandudno – with two crunch semi-finals TODAY! Former world champion ...
Here's how two apps are connecting Black-owned restaurants with new customers
EatOkra and Black Foodie Finder are two of the most popular apps showcasing and bringing new patrons to Black-owned businesses and Black food professionals.
Josephine Baker, in her own words, amplifies her renown as provocateur
In Baker’s newly translated 1949 memoir, “Fearless and Free,” the boundary-breaking performer does not hold back on her ...
For generations, Black Mainers made sure Vacationland was open to all
Every summer, tourists flocked to Rock Rest, a tidy house tucked away in the woods on the outskirts of Kittery. After ...
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Overlooked no more: Lena Richard, who brought Creole cooking to the masses
In 1949, as chef Lena Richard stirred steaming pots of okra gumbo and shrimp bisque on live TV in New Orleans, viewers across ...