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15 Year-Old Saheela Ibraheem Accepted into Harvard…and 13 Other Colleges!
At just 15 years-old, Saheela Ibraheem has been accepted into Harvard University; she’d been accepted into 13 other colleges, including the UPenn, Cornell, Brown, and UChicago!
Tales from a Black Filled Childhood: The Importance of a Mentor
Having a mentor is crucial. It was as important for my life as my grades in school, my extra curricular activities, and my exposure to the world at large. I believe these are all things that young people need to break cycles of oppression and poverty, however, without having someone to guide you in the […]
Chicago HS B-Ball Star Jabari Parker Is Proud to Represent Young Black Males Going to College
Set to attend Duke U. next year as one of their most buzzed-about recruits in years, Jabari Parker says his greatest joy is being able to set a good example for other young people, and to help change the narrative surrounding Chicago’s youth.
Two Men Tie the Knot in What is Being Called “First Traditional African Gay Wedding”
Tshepo Cameron Modisane and Thoba Calvin Sithol recently tied the knot in what is being called Africa’s first traditional gay wedding. Tshepo and Thoba, both 27, hope to have children and raise a family one day. Congrats to the newlyweds!
15 Year-Old Pakistani Activist Malala Yousafzai is Back in School After Being Shot by Taliban
15 year-old Pakistani women’s rights activist Malala Yousafzai recently attended her first day of school since being shot in the head by the Taliban. Yousafzai was targeted for advocating for women’s rights. Such bravery and resilience from this young lady.
High School Wrestler Without Arms or Legs Wins First Match!
Though St. Paul, Minnesota teen Caleb Smith lost his arms and legs after a bout with meningitis, he hasn’t let that stop him from pursuing his passion, amateur wrestling. And he recently won his first match! Such an inspiring story. Good luck, Caleb!
Police Officer Assigned to High School Suspended After His Gun Goes Off in Hallway
A police officer assigned to a high school in Highland, New York has been suspended after his gun went off in the hallway during the school day. Luckily no one was hurt.
19 Year-Old Darrell Wallace Is The Fourth African American Driver to Race a Full Season in a NASCAR Series
Darrell Wallace is making history as the fourth black driver to race in a NASCAR series. He’ll drive for Kyle Busch Motorsports in the Camping World Truck Series. Congrats, Darrell! Good luck on Friday!
The Best Man 2 Is Coming To A Theater Near You!
The 1999 black romantic comedy The Best Man is finally getting a sequel! And fans have reason not to cringe; the entire original cast will be returning.
19 Year-Old Sloane Stephens Scores Major Upset Over Serena Williams
19 year-old American tennis player Sloane Stephens shocked the world, defeating superstar competitor Serena Williams in the Australian Open Quarterfinals. She will face top-ranked Victoria Azarenka in the semifinals. Congratulations Sloane! Good luck in the semifinals…
9 Year-Old Afro-German Girl Calls Out German Newspaper for Using Racial Slurs
Ishema Kane ain’t having it. The 9-year-old Afro-German girl wrote to a German newspaper to protest their defense of using words like “Neger” and other racist terms in children’s books. Here’s a translation of her letter:
Beasts of the Southern Wild’s Quvenzhané Wallis is Youngest Ever Best Actress Nominee
Beasts of the Southern Wild tells the story of a young girl struggling to survive in the Delta with her father as a massive storm approaches. The film’s star, 9 year-old Quvenzhané Wallis is now the youngest performer ever nominated in the lead actress category.