Chaplain John Ijeoma is now the first Black Catholic priest in the U.S. Department of Defense to hold the rank of colonel, marking a historic milestone in his career.
James Meredith, the first Black student to integrate Ole Miss, is honored with a historical marker in his hometown
Learn how Kenneth Chenault became one of the first Black CEOs of a Fortune 500 company and transformed American Express into a global leader.
Rickey Henderson, the all-time leader in stolen bases, passes away at 65. A look back at his unforgettable career and lasting legacy in baseball.
Discover how Deseri Kelley became the first Black woman to open a designer store at Galleria Dallas, redefining luxury and empowering women through her innovative handbag collection.
Jongilizwe Harold Sobantu, Bulawayo’s pioneering first Black engineer, remembered for his groundbreaking career, community service, and spiritual leadership after passing at 83.
Marianne Jean-Baptiste is poised to make history as the first Black British actress nominated for two Oscars with her powerful performance in Hard Truths.
Samuel Nwajagu becomes the first African to win the Mister International title, a groundbreaking achievement in global pageantry. Learn about his journey and how he plans to inspire future generations.