Author: Yaw Agbey
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The exciting news of Clarence Boston, owner of Atlanta’s Hippin’ Hops Brewery, bringing the first Black-owned distillery to Uptown Charlotte. Explore the “brew-stillery” concept and Boston’s successful brewery expansion from Atlanta to North Carolina.
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The historic moment as Trevor Noah makes Emmy history, becoming the first Black person to win Outstanding Talk Series for “The Daily Show.” Noah’s incisive political commentary and successful seven-year run have solidified his place in Emmy history.
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The inspiring journey of Michele Hoskins, CEO and Founder of the first Black woman-owned multi-million dollar syrup company based in Chicago. Breaking into a male-dominated industry with a family secret syrup recipe, Michele overcame odds to secure major…
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The extraordinary story of Rihanna, the first Black woman to own a cosmetics brand surpassing $1 billion in valuation. Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty, known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, has achieved a remarkable $1.4 billion valuation, making…
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The inspiring story of Dr. Uché Blackstock and her twin sister Dr. Oni Blackstock, the first Black mother-daughter legacies from Harvard Medical School. Learn how they followed in the footsteps of their pioneering mother, Dr. Dale Blackstock, breaking…
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Get to know the Dibaba sisters, the fastest siblings in the world, hailing from Ethiopia with an astounding collection of 4 Olympic gold medals, 2 silvers, 3 bronze, and 15 world championships.
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Tthe inspiring story of Derartu Tulu, the first Black African woman to win an Olympic gold medal in the 10,000m final at the 1992 Barcelona Games. Witness her historic victory over Elana Meyer and the symbolic victory lap…
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The historic win of actress and singer Keke Palmer, who became the first Black woman to win the Emmy for Outstanding Host for a Game Show. Witness her triumph over heavyweights like Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik, and…
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Meet Giselle Byrd The First Black Transwoman To Lead A Regional Theater Company In The United States
The groundbreaking achievement of Giselle Byrd, the first openly Black transgender woman appointed as the Executive Director of Boston’s The Theater Offensive. Explore her vast expertise in theater and film, her historic role in the Tribeca Chanel Filmmaker…
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The historic achievement of Alaiyia Williams, the first openly Black transgender woman to earn a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) degree from Tulane University’s School of Social Work in Louisiana. Witness her remarkable journey, resilience, and commitment to…
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