A Nigerian artist has put his expertise in special effects to amazing use! 33-year-old John Amanam’s business Immortal Cosmetic Art specialises in the production and distribution of prostheses for amputees with darker skin tones. Amanam was made aware of the gap when his brother lost his hand in a car accident. He realised that there were very few natural-looking prostheses for people in Nigeria. After … Continue reading Meet John Amanam: The Nigerian Artist Who Crafts Prosthetic Body Parts For Darker Skin Tones

Naomi Osaka has ventured into the world of skincare! The 23-year-old professional tennis player has launched a skincare line that caters to people of color. The brand name, Kinló, will pay homage to Osaka’s racial identity. Kin means “gold” in Japanese, and ló means “gold” in Haitian Creole.  The skincare line will feature a tinted SPF 40 moisturizer that offers blue-light protection from a computer … Continue reading Naomi Osaka Announces Her New Skincare Line For People Of Color

An elderly man, who has chosen to stay anonymous, has warmed the hearts of many after he attended an hour lesson on hair and makeup at Delmar College of Hair and Esthetics in Alberta, Canada. He did this so he could help his visually impaired wife of 50 years with her hair and makeup. The 79-year-old was compelled to learn how to do his beloved … Continue reading Devoted Husband, 79, Takes A Beauty Class To Learn How To Do Hair And Makeup For His Visually Impaired Wife

Global professional services firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) have launched a new $125 million dollar initiative that will help 25,000 Black and Latinx college students prepare for the workforce. The firm’s Access Your Potential Programme will give students digital readiness; training and up-skilling; and mentorship opportunities to help them begin long-term careers.  PwC U.S. Chair Tim Ryan told Washington Post: “We need the next generation of workers … Continue reading PwC U.S. Commits $125 Million To Support Black And Latinx College Students

In honor of her late daughter Gigi’s 15th birthday, Vanessa Bryant has announced that the Mambacita clothing line will be launching on Saturday (01/05/21). Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation was founded to further the legacy of NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna Bryant, who both passed away in a helicopter crash that caused the loss of nine lives. The foundation aims to increase equality … Continue reading Vanessa Bryant Launches New Mambacita Clothing Line In Honor Of Daughter Gigi’s Birthday

Toni Breidinger has always had a passion for motor racing. Now at the age of 21, she has become the first Arab American female driver to complete a race within any discipline of NASCAR. She recently made her debut at the world-famous Daytona International Speedway. The 21-year-old hopes to inspire more women to enter the car racing industry. Having a strong support network, Toni’s parents … Continue reading Meet Toni Breidinger: The First Arab American Female Driver In NASCAR

Last year (March 2020), Carly Gorton from Norfolk wanted to donate her Afro hair to Little Princess Trust – a charity that provides wigs for children who have had hair loss due to cancer treatment or other conditions. However, she was told that her hair would be too delicate for the traditional wig-making methods. Despite the charity creating 10,000 wigs from different textures, none were … Continue reading Meet Carly Gorton: The 11-Year-Old Whose Afro Hair Was Used To Create The First Real Afro Wig For A Child In The UK

We are shining a light on excellence right now! Seema Kumari is a girl from a village in Jharkhand, India who successfully secured a full scholarship to attend Harvard University! Born to parents who didn’t have the privilege of getting an education, Seema was helped by YUWA India – an NGO that aims to empower girls in the state of Jharkhand. Joining the YUWA football … Continue reading Seema Kumari: A Girl From A Village In Jharkhand, India Gets A Full Scholarship To Harvard University

Congratulations to Thierry Henry and Alan Shearer! The former players have become the first inductees into the Premier League Hall of Fame. Thierry Henry, 43, who won the golden boot on four occasions, is Arsenal’s record goalscorer, whilst Alan Shearer, 50, is the Premier League’s record scorer, with 260 goals for Blackburn Rovers. In a statement, Henry said, “To be inducted alongside Alan Shearer as … Continue reading Thierry Henry And Alan Shearer Become The First Players To Be Inducted Into Premier League Hall Of Fame

Karen Wazen is a 34-year-old Lebanese-British fashion entrepreneur and digital influencer based in Dubai. A designer of her own fashion brand, ‘Karen Wazen Eyewear’, the entrepreneur has now launched something new – a mobile game app! Titled ‘Karen Wazen: My World’, the interactive game is based on Karen Wazen’s real life, similar to the game, ‘Kim Kardashian: Hollywood’. The free mobile game has many levels that … Continue reading Meet Karen Wazen: The Lebanese-British Fashion Entrepreneur And Influencer Who Launched Her Own Mobile Game App