Jenifer Lewis: Actress Fights Social Media Misinformation with TheTruthCheck.org

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Jenifer Lewis is a name that is synonymous with Black excellence in theater, film and television. The Essence Magazine Black Women...

Kwanzaa: Zawadis (Gifts) That Reflect Our African Heritage

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Contemporary psychological literature is overflowing with empirical evidence (originating in or based on observation or experience) indicating the importance of active...

London: Legendary Reggae DJ Roberto Allen Dies

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The blogosphere is mourning the loss of London's DJ Roberto Allen of Vibes FM, one of London's leading community radio stations....

Barbados: How We Stifle Our Creativity and Innovation (Op-Ed)

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Numbers don’t lie. Barbados’ ranking on the Human Development Index is now at number 38. Though this is still quite an...

Social Media Week NYC 2014: Black Disparities Continue

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Started in February 2009 by founder and executive director Toby Daniels, Social Media Week (SMW)takes place in February and September across...

Prince Paul: Hip-Hop Legend’s Star is Still Rising

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Prince Paul is about two years shy of celebrating the 30th anniversary of his dynamic music career. As somebody that has...

The Burton Wire’s Top News Stories of 2013

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As 2013 comes to a close, The Burton Wire brings you our top news stories from the African Diaspora in 2013....

Usher’s New Look: Spark Lab Empowers Through STEAM

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The kids from Usher's New Look (UNL) have a chance to tap into their hidden talents using STEAM education exercises through...

‘I’m Sorry I’m Not Idris Elba’ Poem Spurs Comedic Tweets

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Fraser McAlpine of the BBC is reporting that a poem entitled, "I'm Sorry I'm Not Idris Elba' has spurred many Tweets...

Atlanta’s Center for Civil and Human Rights: A Special Place

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After nine years of strategic planning and construction, downtown Atlanta’s Center for Civil and Human Rights (CCHR) opened its doors to...

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