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Black designers ignite joy, present liquid gold and showcase Jamaican roots during Milan Fashion Week

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On the shoulders of ‘Giants,’ Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys mount an inspiring new exhibit

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Ghana artifacts that were looted 150 years ago by British forces have been returned by a US museum

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Watch: Alvin Ailey organization continues to mold the next Black dancers of the future

Matthew Rushing, associate artistic director for The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, shares how it ably schools Black dancers.
/ February 5, 2024
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Samara Joy is walking in her purpose, one song at a time

A year after a groundbreaking win, 2023 Best New Artist Samara Joy returns to the Grammys with another nomination.
/ February 4, 2024
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From ‘We Are the World’ to ‘Worship,’ let’s recognize the transformative power of Black music 

This Black History Month and Grammy weekend are prime moments to remember the universal power of Black music.
/ February 4, 2024
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James Baldwin’s Google Doodle reminds us that art is activism

In honor of Black History Month and James Baldwin’s centennial birthday, Google unveiled a Doodle in his honor.
/ February 1, 2024

Review: The Fire This Time Festival spotlights LGBTQ love that rings true and an unintended spoof of transgender identity

Review: The Fire This Time Festival spotlights LGBTQ love that rings true and an unintended spoof of transgender identity.
/ January 26, 2024
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Solange expands her artistry in her latest performance

Solange continues to leave her mark in the art world with new performance “In Service to Whom” at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
/ January 13, 2024

Barack and Michelle Obama, Oprah up for creative arts Emmy Awards

Barack Obama, Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey are up for creative arts Emmy Awards. Michelle Obama and Oprah are nominated for their Netflix show “The Light We Carry.”
/ January 6, 2024