Ever heard of a blue moon? Well, a black moon is its lesser-known cousin. This rare event happens when there are two new moons in a single month. You're probably wondering, "What's so special about a new moon? " Usually, new moons slide by unnoticed since they're invisible from Earth. But on Decembe
When Jimmy Carter became president in 1977, he didn't just move into the White House. He also opened doors for Black women in politics. One of the first people he welcomed was Alexis M. Herman, a young woman running a minority women's employment program in Atlanta. Carter quickly saw her potential a
The year 2024 brought astronomers some incredible finds about black holes. One discovery was a monster black hole that eats a sun's worth of gas and dust every day. Amazingly, this massive beast is visible to us from almost the beginning of time. Imagine this: scientists found two stars dancing aro
Even though Iran has strict rules against making, selling, or drinking alcohol, a secret market has been thriving. Many people are getting seriously hurt or even dying because these secret drink makers often don't follow safety rules. A group of researchers decided to find out why this black market
British-Argentine actor Olivia Hussey, famously known for playing Juliet in her teens, recently left us at the age of 73. Her passing was announced on social media by filmmaker Marc Huestis, who confirmed she died peacefully at home after a battle with cancer. Hussey was a widely recognized figure i
In the 1980s and 1990s, London faced a major health crisis—the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Black gay men (BGM) in Britain needed special care and understanding. Three key organizations stepped up: The Terrence Higgins Trust (THT), Blackliners, and The NAZ Project. Each had its unique approach. THT, though p
Ever thought about what might influence how much alcohol you drink? A study in Chicago looked into this for Black sexually minoritized men and transgender women. They found that having more empty buildings around might make you drink more. Surprisingly, the number of places selling alcohol or how po
Three Black men, Alvin Jackson, Emmanuel Jean Joseph, and Xavier Veal, have settled a lawsuit against American Airlines after being ordered off a flight last year. The airline agreed to an "amicable resolution, " aiming to ensure a safe and inclusive travel experience for everyone. The incident occu
When Ryan Coogler's "Black Panther" hit the big screen, many were excited to see a film focused on African superheroes. As a Kenyan-American, the casting of diverse Black leads was promising, giving hope that Hollywood would finally recognize different African narratives. However, the movie failed i
After the 2023 election, a notable conversation emerged. Jamal Bryant, the senior pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia, had a unique message for the Black women in his congregation. His fiancée, now wife, Rev. Karri Turner, encouraged them to take a break from politic
