One-Armed Barber Harold Brown Is Bringing Inspiration to His New York City Community
Harold Brown says that he’s “the best one-armed barber in the world,” according to PIX11. Brown spoke highly of his barbering skills as he cut a student’s hair at the American Barber Institute. His nonfunctioning left arm is from a birth defect that he said has haunted him for years. “I’ve been called all kinds […]
Beauty Vending Machine for Black Students Launches at Transylvania University
Transylvania University is supporting its students in an exciting new way. The college, which is located in Lexington, Kentucky, recently unveiled a brand-new beauty supply vending machine that’s backed by the school’s diversity and inclusion department. The vending machine has become a campus staple for the small percentage of Black students at the college, according […]
Shaquille O’Neal Makes History by Becoming First President of Reebok Basketball
In a historic move, retired NBA icon Shaquille O’Neal has been appointed as the inaugural president of Reebok’s basketball division. The company made the major announcement on Thursday, reports CBS News. Alongside O’Neal, former NBA star Allen Iverson will join the company in the capacity of vice president of basketball for the brand. According to […]
Black-Owned Uncle Nearest Whiskey Purchases Largest Grand Champagne Vineyard in France
The Uncle Nearest brand is making history as it prepares for the launch of a new cognac! Uncle Nearest, the award-winning Bourbon and American Whiskey brand, has just become the largest Grand Champagne vineyard owner in Cognac, France, Shoppe Black reports. The brand acquired the 100-acre Domaine Saint Martin estate in Cognac, France. Situated along […]
Black-Owned Grocery Store Opens in Indianapolis Food Desert
The Black-owned full-service grocery store, Indy Fresh Market, is now open in Indianapolis! The store is located at 6160 E. 38th Street near Sheridan Avenue, WISH TV reports. And with its opening, community members now have a place to buy food in what was previously considered a food desert in Indianapolis. Indy Fresh Market will […]
Celebrities Descend on CultureCon to Give Back to Young Creatives in a Major Way
This is the new Mecca! The Creative Collective NYC (CCNYC) just wrapped up a successful two-day weekend of CultureCon NYC and it was absolutely game-changing. As the premiere conference for Black and Brown creatives, CultureCon has captured the market on young emerging talent and created an annual professional conference that’s creating pathways and infinite opportunities. […]
First Black-Owned Detroit Grocery Store in Almost a Decade Opens in Historic Business District
The east side of Detroit is welcoming the launch of an exciting new business — a Black-owned grocery store. The Neighborhood Grocery is owned by Detroit native Raphael Wright and is located in the Jefferson-Chalmers neighborhood. The grocery store celebrated its soft launch on October 8. Wright launched the grocery to help address the needs […]
Michael Jordan Becomes First Pro Athlete to Rank Among America’s 400 Wealthiest People as Net Worth Rises to $3B
Michael Jordan’s net worth is sky-high! The former professional basketball player turned businessman is making headlines for becoming one of the 400 wealthiest people in America, according to Forbes. The NBA legend’s addition to the list is making history since he’s the first professional athlete to reach this level of wealth in the country. Jordan […]
Meet Anthony Dappa Samuels, the Rapper Who Owns and Operates a Daycare in West Philadelphia
A West Philadelphia rapper has been running a daycare for several years now, with plans to expand in the future. Anthony “Dappa” Samuels is a co-owner of the Young With Options Academic Center, with the center primarily catering to low-income families in West Philadelphia. The 30-year-old is a former accountant and quit his corporate job […]
Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty Products Launch in Target Stores Nationwide
Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty products have been making a splash ever since the line was released in 2017. Known for its inclusivity and creating beauty products for all shades, the company is now valued at more than $1 billion. And now the products just got a little more accessible, with the Bajan hero announcing the official […]