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Black Lives Matter

A 32-year-old woman analyzed decades' worth of crossword puzzles to discover white men were disproportionately featured, so she created her own 'Black Crossword'

Juliana Pache created blackcrossword.com to expand representation in crossword puzzles by focusing on Black history and culture.

Food & drink

fromRemodelista

3 weeks ago

Quick Takes With: Jeanine Hays and Bryan Mason - Remodelista

AphroChic is pioneering a global platform focusing on Black culture and design.

fromFortune

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Black Lives Matter

A 32-year-old woman analyzed decades' worth of crossword puzzles to discover white men were disproportionately featured, so she created her own 'Black Crossword'

Juliana Pache created blackcrossword.com to expand representation in crossword puzzles by focusing on Black history and culture.

more#black-culture

fromThe Oaklandside

3 weeks ago

East Bay (California)

Chef residency at Cafe Colucci offers rising chefs a chance to test their skills and concepts

Cafe Colucci supports rising chefs of the African diaspora by providing them access to kitchen resources and the opportunity to develop their culinary talents.

1 month ago

Paris food

Jack Whitten at MoMA, Paris Noir at the Pompidou, Arpita Singh at the Serpentine-podcast

The largest exhibition of Jack Whitten's work highlights his political and experimental contributions to art.

Fashion & style

fromCornell Chronicle

1 month ago

Fashion show to celebrate, unite cultures of the African diaspora | Cornell Chronicle

The 2024 AFRIK fashion show celebrates cultural unity in the African diaspora, showcasing student and professional designs and performances.

Germany politics

fromwww.dw.com

How will the German election result impact African migrants? DW 02/25/2025

The election results have eased fears among Africans in Germany regarding deportations and far-right influence.

fromColossal

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Design

Intimacy Centers in Nia Winslow's Nostalgic Paper Collages Highlighting Black Experiences

Nia Winslow's collages beautifully celebrate Black life and community, drawing on nostalgia to tell powerful stories through vibrant mixed-media art.

The artist blends everyday moments with influences from noted predecessors, emphasizing the significance of shared experiences among the African diaspora.

#brooklyn

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Brooklyn

New arts centre opens in Brooklyn, housing three non-profits and a public library

The L10 Arts and Cultural Center in Brooklyn aims to support Black cultural initiatives and provide a substantial space for the community.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Brooklyn

New arts centre opens in Brooklyn, housing three non-profits and a public library

The L10 Arts and Cultural Center enhances support for African Diasporan arts in Brooklyn through a permanent space for local non-profits.

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 months ago

Digital life

A Brooklyn Group Get Its Own Home to Support Black Artists

651 Arts now has its first permanent home after 37 years, allowing better control over its events and community services.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Brooklyn

New arts centre opens in Brooklyn, housing three non-profits and a public library

The L10 Arts and Cultural Center in Brooklyn aims to support Black cultural initiatives and provide a substantial space for the community.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Brooklyn

New arts centre opens in Brooklyn, housing three non-profits and a public library

The L10 Arts and Cultural Center enhances support for African Diasporan arts in Brooklyn through a permanent space for local non-profits.

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 months ago

Digital life

A Brooklyn Group Get Its Own Home to Support Black Artists

651 Arts now has its first permanent home after 37 years, allowing better control over its events and community services.

The Grammy nominee you need to hear: Esperanza Spalding

Esperanza Spalding and Milton Nascimento’s collaboration highlights the significance of African Diaspora in music, earning a Grammy nomination for their album Milton + esperanza.

fromFuncheap

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

MoAD Free Museum Day on MLK Day 2025 (SF)

MoAD will temporarily close from March to September 2025 for building upgrades but will maintain community engagement through off-site programs.

fromLos Angeles Times

5 months ago

LA food

At Black Thanksgiving, both body and soul are fed

Thanksgiving celebrations for Black chefs in Los Angeles highlight diverse culinary traditions rooted in personal and cultural histories.

#cultural-heritage

fromConde Nast Traveler

6 months ago

Writing

Alexander Smalls on Bringing the Best of Africa's Cuisines Into Homes Around the World

Chef Alexander Smalls' latest cookbook showcases the African diaspora's cultural and culinary contributions to global cuisine.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Design

Lisbon exhibition seeks to highlight 'the reality of the African diaspora' while looking to the future

The exhibition explores the intersection of African cultures and global ideas, emphasizing Black identity and resilience in the face of colonial histories.

fromConde Nast Traveler

6 months ago

Writing

Alexander Smalls on Bringing the Best of Africa's Cuisines Into Homes Around the World

Chef Alexander Smalls' latest cookbook showcases the African diaspora's cultural and culinary contributions to global cuisine.

Design

Lisbon exhibition seeks to highlight 'the reality of the African diaspora' while looking to the future

The exhibition explores the intersection of African cultures and global ideas, emphasizing Black identity and resilience in the face of colonial histories.

more#cultural-heritage

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

6 months ago

LOCnificent: Where Locs Meet Culture in a Celebration of Diaspora Pride

The LOCnificent Festival celebrates Black hair and African diaspora culture through community discussions, cultural expression, and empowerment.

Writing

fromwww.npr.org

Writer Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to nonfiction with his essay collection 'The Message'

Ta-Nehisi Coates argues that Black self-worth should not rely on historical narratives shaped by the enslavers.

fromCbsnews

Music

Harlem Book Fair highlights Haitian authors and artists

The Harlem Book Fair focuses on the Haitian experience, emphasizing the celebration and exploration of artists of African descent.

from48 hills

Design

Best of the Bay 2024 Editors' Pick: Key Jo Lee - 48 hills

Key Jo Lee is elevating the Museum of the African Diaspora's role in contemporary art with a focus on African Diasporic perspectives.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

Music, Dance Festival From Brooklyn's Asase Yaa is Back on Sept. 21

The 8th annual ART IS ALIVE festival celebrates African and African Diasporic arts with free performances and workshops, emphasizing community engagement.

The festival aims to empower youth through learning about African Diasporic culture and arts.

fromwww.theguardian.com