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Baritone Will Liverman stars in X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X at New York's Metropolitan Opera. Zenith Richards/Courtesy of the Metropolitan Opera

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Malcolm X arrives — finally — at New York’s Metropolitan Opera

Baritone Will Liverman stars in X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X at New York's Metropolitan Opera. Zenith Richards/Courtesy of the Metropolitan Opera An opera about Malcolm X will open Friday night at New York's Metropolitan Opera — 37 years after it first premiered. The opera's creative team says although nearly four decades have passed since X first came to the stage, its messages feel more relevant than ever. […]

todayNovember 3, 2023

News

Trailblazer Sarah Bond Becomes First Black Woman to Lead Xbox

In an industry that is as dynamic as it is competitive, the role of a leader is not just to steer but to innovate and inspire. Sarah Bond's ascent to the Presidency of Xbox marks a significant milestone for Microsoft and the gaming industry at large. With a legacy of leadership roles and a profound impact on Xbox's success, Bond's story is not just one of corporate ascension; it's about […]

todayNovember 2, 2023

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Rob Base’s ‘It Takes 2’ gets a remix to amplify the call for kidney health screening

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), a lurking ailment often referred to as a "silent killer," has been garnering increased attention in the healthcare sphere. Individuals with pre-existing conditions such as type 2 diabetes or hypertension are particularly at risk, making early detection and management of kidney disease imperative. A noteworthy initiative, encapsulated in the catchy phrase "It Takes 2," underscores the collaborative venture between individuals and healthcare professionals in mitigating the […]

todayNovember 2, 2023

Left: James Spooner, co-creator of Afropunk Festival and co-editor of Black Punk Now. Right: Black Punk Now cover art.

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Where are the Black punks now?

Left: James Spooner, co-creator of Afropunk Festival and co-editor of Black Punk Now. Right: Black Punk Now cover art. More than a decade since she last dabbled in the Black punk scene, host B.A. Parker heads to a show in Brooklyn and is reminded of something she read recently: "What is more liberating than a mosh pit full of smiling Black faces?" The quote comes from James Spooner, the co-creator […]

todayNovember 1, 2023

Milwaukee

Future Urban Leaders’ annual gala returns with “All Jazzed Up” celebration

Future Urban Leaders (FUL) is a local non-profit with a mission to help youth find their passion and purpose. On Thursday, Nov. 2, the organization will host its 5th annual gala to help build future funding for initiatives. HYFIN's Social Media Manager, DJ Brüwer sat down with FUL Executive Director Darnell Hamilton to learn more about their community-driven programming. Through the organization, students are given opportunities to see themselves in […]

todayOctober 31, 2023

Josephine Baker (left), Mollie Moon (right) and the newly crowned Miss Beaux Arts Ball, 1960. E. Azalia Hackley Collection of African Americans in the Performing Arts/Detroit Public Library/Amistad imprint of Harper Collins

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How Black socialite Mollie Moon raised millions to fund the civil rights movement

Josephine Baker (left), Mollie Moon (right) and the newly crowned Miss Beaux Arts Ball, 1960. E. Azalia Hackley Collection of African Americans in the Performing Arts/Detroit Public Library/Amistad imprint of Harper Collins When we think of the Civil Rights Movement, opulent parties are probably not the first thing that come to mind. But it turns out, they were a big part of the fight for racial justice — especially the […]

todayOctober 30, 2023

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Latimer’s Black GPT: Pioneering Inclusivity in Large Language Model

Lewis Latimer, inventor In a groundbreaking move for artificial intelligence, Latimer has announced the launch of their new platform, the Black GPT. This platform marks a significant step forward in ensuring inclusivity in Large Language Models (LLM), particularly focusing on integrating the cultural and historical perspectives of Black and Brown communities. Latimer's new model builds upon the existing framework provided by Meta, with the added enhancement of African American historical […]

todayOctober 30, 2023

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Studio Milwaukee Session explores the depths, darkness and evolution of Buffalo Nichols

Credit: Jen Ellis I caught up with Buffalo Nichols fresh off his session performance at Radio Milwaukee. We discussed his latest album, his current tour and his artistic evolution. Nichols has a unique blend of musical artistry and soulful expression. On his latest project “The Fatalist” he takes listeners on a journey through some of the darkest parts of his mind, while infusing hip-hop into his new sound. This album […]

todayOctober 30, 2023

Music

The rise of African R&B: inside the Spotify-COLORSxSTUDIOS collaboration

Sub-Saharan Africa has been a region long celebrated for its vibrant rhythms and dynamic musical contributions. But there's a particular genre that has recently been capturing hearts and drawing international attention — R&B. As many aficionados would be aware, the flagship playlist, "Tantalizers," has already spotlighted numerous artists who have mastery over this genre. But this was just the beginning. The recent collaboration between Spotify and COLORSxSTUDIOS has taken this […]

todayOctober 30, 2023

Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s Niche Book Bar and Rooted team up with HYFIN for a Family Literacy Fair

In honor of National Literacy Month, Niche Book Bar and Rooted MKE, the pride of Milwaukee as its sole Black and Woman-owned bookstores, are delighted to unveil their collaborative venture with Hyfin to orchestrate a Family Literacy Fair. The fair promises to be an interactive arena where the magic of words comes alive, emphasizing the indispensability of literacy, the significance of education, and the sheer pleasure derived from immersing oneself […]

todayOctober 30, 2023

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