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Musical icon will.i.am leads $15m angel round to launch ‘flying car’

Will.i.am has remained one of the prominent figures in America’s music scene for many years. But over time, he has branched off to other sectors where he is pioneering innovation and firmly entrenching his signature…

By Oji Ben Ebuka November 30, 2023
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Oprah Winfrey makes another laudable philanthropic mark with $2.5 million donation to the U.S. Dream Academy

The U.S. Dream Academy, a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to inspiring and investing in the lives of children with incarcerated parents, celebrated its 25th Anniversary on October 2 at the Museum of the Bible in Washington,…

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Nicki Minaj’s new fragrance sells out within 11 minutes

Nicki Minaj’s latest fragrance, Pink Friday 2, has taken the beauty world by storm, achieving a remarkable feat by selling out within minutes of its launch at JCPenney. The announcement of Pink Friday 2’s availability…

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Darryn Peterson becomes first high school player to sign with Adidas

Darryn Peterson has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first high school player to secure a name, image, and likeness (NIL) contract with Adidas. At just 16 years old, this junior shooting guard attends…

By Preta Peace Namasaba November 29, 2023

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[WATCH] 30 trailblazing Industry leaders honored at the BlackStars Experience Gala in New York City

Gotham Hall, nestled in the heart of Broadway, New York City, transformed into a hub of celebration and excellence as the BlackStars Experience Gala honored 30 trailblazing Black industry leaders. This annual event, held on…

By Kweku Sampson November 16, 2024
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2024 BlackStars Experience convenes over 2,000 professionals and industry leaders for three days of learning, connections and inspiration in NYC

The BlackStars Experience 2024, hosted by PanaGenius, brought together leaders, innovators, and community members for a transformative event in New York City, celebrating Black achievement, diversity, and leadership across sectors. From inspiring panels to networking…

By Kweku Sampson November 12, 2024
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How these friends turned a casual conversation at a barbecue into a $2 billion dollar firm

With over $2.2 billion in assets under management, GenNx360 Capital Partners is one of the nation’s largest Black-owned private equity firms. The New York based firm focuses on acquiring middle-market business services and industrial companies…

By Preta Peace Namasaba November 3, 2024
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EatOkra hosts first-ever Culinary Creatives Conference for Black food entrepreneurs

EatOkra recently launched its inaugural Culinary Creatives Conference, transitioning from a digital platform to an in-person gathering aimed at empowering Black food entrepreneurs. The event took place at the Metropolitan Pavilion in lower Manhattan, showcasing…

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