One of Idris Elba’s grandfathers fought in World War II, but he doesn’t know what he endured. No pictures or stories survive. “That part of my family’s history has been erased somewhat,” says Elba.
Author: Carma Henry
Carma Henry
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The May 16 decision in the case formally known as Consumer Financial Protection Bureau v. Community Financial Services Association of America LTD, ET AL refuted arguments by the billion-dollar payday lending industry that CFPB was unconstitutional because its funding is derived directly from the Federal Reserve instead of Congress’ annual appropriations.
Every June since the 1970s, across the United States, musicians, fans and industry professionals celebrate Black Music Month. It’s an opportunity to highlight the contributions of Black artists and position Black art at the center of American culture across popular music and beyond.
The passing of longtime FAMU administrator and supporter Eddie Jackson was met with massive disappointment. His passing confirmed that he was one of the most popular figures in the Rattler community, though he never fought for popularity. He was a leader in the Rattler nation though he would shy aware from awards and notoriety. He was that old school Rattler who believed that he should do whatever necessary to support FAMU because the school was the reason for his success in life and it was his responsibility to give back.
Wallace is an admirer of Formula One, but at 36 is too old to be dreaming about an F-1 seat. Instead, Wallace wants to move up to the Batmobile-like, fiendishly quick sports cars that compete in famous endurance races. “The ultimate goal is to win the Daytona 24 Hours, the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Sebring 12 Hours, and to be the first African American to win all of those,” Wallace said. “I’ve got a ton of work ethic; a ton of desire and I think I’m showing that I’m pretty quick.”
Congratulations to Pam Oliver on her induction into the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Silver Circle! Pam’s incredible 25+ year career in sports media has been rightfully recognized.
Janmikell Bastardo showed out this past weekend in Houston as he won the Home Run Derby during theHBCU All-Star Weekend.
Coco Gauff won her first Grand Slam doubles title by teaming with Katerina Siniakova for the French Open trophy on Sunday.
Tonight’s highly anticipated enshrinement ceremony of the 15th Class of the Black College Hall of Fame will feature seven HBCU legends. The names of the honorees include Joe “747 Adams (Tennessee State University), Antoine Bethea (Howard University), Waymond Bryant (Tennessee State University), Kevin Dent (Jackson State University), Richard Huntley (Winston-Salem State University), Lemar Parrish (Lincoln University), and Coach Eddie Hurt (Morgan State University).
As the 2024 NBA Draft approaches, all eyes are on Bronny James, the son of NBA superstar LeBron James. Despite being projected as a second-round pick, Bronny’s journey to the NBA is garnering significant attention. Initially, James planned to limit his pre-draft visits to two teams: the Los Angeles Lakers and the Phoenix Suns. However, recent developments indicate that he might be expanding his horizons.