Ilhan Omar: First Somali American Sworn Into Congress
With her daughter Ilwad looking on, Ilhan Omar was sworn into office, becoming the first Somali American to serve in Congress. Omar arrived in...
The Green Book: The Safety Guide Makes a Comeback?
The motion picture Green Book took home several top awards at the 76th Golden Globe Awards. In the acting categories, megastar Mahershala Ali won...
African Diaspora: New Year’s Eve Traditions
In a photo gallery, Chantal Martineau of the Huffington Post shares different New Year's Eve traditions that occur throughout the African Diaspora. Martineau highlights...
Kwanzaa: Zawadis (Gifts) That Reflect Our African Heritage
Contemporary psychological literature is overflowing with empirical evidence (originating in or based on observation or experience) indicating the importance of active positive racial socialization...
VIDEO: What is Kwanzaa? A Cartoon Explainer
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Idris Sandu: Young Tech Genius Behind Uber & Instagram
When most people think of the name Idris, they think of world famous actor Idris Elba. There's another Idris on the block and he...
Lucy McBath: Mother on a Mission
Writing for Black Press USA/NNPA, The Burton Wire's Founder & Editor-in-Chief talks to then Georgia 6th District Congressional candidate Lucy McBath about her campaign,...
Freaky Friday: Rising Star Dara Renee’ Talks Dream Role
August 10, 2018 may forever be known as Freaky Friday as the Disney Channel debuts a new version of the iconic film based on...
Hurricane Maria Killed 70x More People Than Official Toll
John Bacon of USA Today is reporting Harvard University released a study that reports Hurricane Maria killed 70 times more people than the official...
Tipping: ATTN Discloses Racist History Behind the Practice
ATTN released a video on the racist history of tipping on its social media platforms that has online audiences buzzing. Surprise, no surprise, tipping...
