Author: Yaw Agbey
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Mary Eliza Mahoney, recognized as America’s first Black professional nurse after graduating in 1879, paved the way for equality in healthcare and civil rights.
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Ed Vaughn, owner of Detroit’s first Black bookstore and former state representative, leaves behind a legacy of activism and community service at 90.
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Liverpool hosts an exhibition spotlighting Brenda Garratt-Glassman and Darren Panton, the first Black British students at Royal Ballet Schools, celebrating their contributions to ballet.
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Blacmex launches as the UK’s first Black music export office, aiming to support underrepresented artists and genres in hip-hop, R&B, jazz, and gospel.
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Tito Mboweni, South Africa’s first Black central bank governor and finance minister, has died at 65. His legacy includes significant contributions to economic policy and worker rights.
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Lamorne Morris transforms from a fan to an actor, portraying his idol Garrett Morris in the film “Saturday Night.” Discover the challenges and triumphs in honoring the first Black cast member of “Saturday Night Live.”
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The upcoming Black Health and Research Conference at Norwich Research Park, focusing on healthcare inequalities in the UK.
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Jacques Leurs, Luxembourg’s nearly-first black MP, overcame discrimination to become a leading political figure before his untimely death in 1968.
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Pamela Maynard, Microsoft’s AI transformation officer and former Avanade CEO, wins 2024 Black British Business Person of the Year, highlighting diversity in tech leadership.
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Toni Vaz, Hollywood’s first Black woman stunt performer and founder of the NAACP Image Awards, passes away at 101. Discover her groundbreaking legacy in entertainment.
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