While child bearing, raising a family and chasing ambition might be too much of a burden, for Evelyn Uba, settling does not …
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Valarie L. Thomas, inventor of the illusion transmitter – “the first mechanism to create the appearance of a 3D image using concave …
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#BlackHistory: Remembering Bessie Stringfield: The First Black Woman To Ride Across The United States Solo
Bessie Steingfield: The Motorcycle Queen! A true trailblazing heroine, an inspiration to generations to come. It’s black history month so we get …
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Dasia Taylor, a senior at Iowa City West High School has been named a Regeneron Science Talent Scholar after her development of …
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Abolitionist and Union spy Harriet Tubman Inducted Into U.S Military Intelligence Corps Hall of Fame
A century and a half years later after her selfless and heroic act as a Union spy, Harriet Tubman is being inducted …
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The unforgettable voice lost too soon. String of multiple hit tracks; “I Feel Love”, “I Will Go with You”, “Bad Girls”, “No …
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#DuchessOfTheMonth ?? Jaiye Kuti: The Multifaceted Entertainer On A Mission! ??
Uplifting, empowering and celebrating #BlackGirlMagic ? As par tradition at Duchess International Magazine, it is our utmost pleasure to celebrate greatness aka …
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#BlackGirlMagic ??Meet Dorathy Jill Tillman At 14 She Bagged A Master’s Degree And Is Now An Environmental Scientist!
Genius! At just 14, Dorathy Jill Tillman is far from your average teen. The outstanding 14-year-old from the South Side of Chicago …
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#Racism: Serena Williams Recalls How People Were Happy To See Herself And Venus Lose Matches – They Would Often Cheer
Serena Williams is undoubtedly one of THE greatest ever in the world of tennis but way back, she had it difficult and …
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Biden Appoints Nigerian Enoh Titilayo Ebong Acting Director of U.S. Trade and Development Agency
Yet another Nigerian is repping in the international world! President of the United States, Joe Biden has appointed Nigerian-American Enoh Titilayo Ebong …
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#FatherDaughter Power Duo! ??Rebekah Coleman Makes History As First Black Judge In Her City: Gets Sworn In By Judge Father #Goals ??
Newly-elected judge of the Michigan 32A District (Harper Woods) Attorney Rebekah Coleman who won in the general election on November 3, 2020, …
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Remembering Major General Marcelite J. Harris: The First Black Female Major General In The US Military
Born Marcelite Jordan in Houston, Texas, Major General Marcelite Harris was highly distinguished in her chosen career. A history maker, she rewrote …
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Meet Nigeria’s Jessica O. Matthews At 19 She Invented An Energy Generating Soccer Ball Called ‘Soccket Which Got Obama’s Attention
At age 32 Jessica O. Matthews boasts of a super impressive resume; talk two degrees from Harvard, 11 patents, getting recognition from …
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Captain, Joyce “Smiles” Beckwith is living her ultimate dream and gets paid for it! Although a hotelier by training, her love for …
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#BossLadyMoves ? Marsai Martin Is Forging A Fearless Future And Taking Generation Z On The Ride!
There’s nothing quite as powerful as a woman who knows her worth. Marsai Martin: Black Magic Personified! “Success is having a purpose, …
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Adrienne Cooper Is Taking Over The Roller Skating World And We’re So Here For It! #BlackGirlMagic
When it comes to skating, 25 year old Adrienne Cooper @yeahadrienne founder of @moonlightroller brand needs no introduction. Although pretty new in …
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Karen Wilkins-Mickey has been announced Seattle Seahawks first ever Vice President of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. In her new role, Wilkins-Mickey will …
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“My mother had a saying: “you may be the first to do many things, but make sure you’re not the last.” – …
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#BlackExcellence ? Kamala Harris And The Back Story Behind Her Regal Purple Inaugural Ensemble By Two #Black Designers
Black designers, although mega talented have forever had it tough in the fashion world but thankfully, that narrative is changing by the …
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#TuesdayInspiration ?? Barbara Itungo Kyagulanyi: The Force Behind Uganda’s Power Magnet – Bobi Wine
“Here’s to strong women. May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them.” One meeting. One conversation. A lasting …
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Still I Rise! Mattel Inc. maker of beloved doll, Barbie is honouring the great legacy of world renowned American poet, memoirist, and …
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Rewriting History; Carla Barnes Appointed First Black Woman Judge In 11th Judicial Circuit Court
Illinois Public Defender Carla Barnes has been appointed the first black woman to serve as circuit judge in Illinois’ 11th judicial court. …
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Meet Jasmine Bowers, the First Black Person to Earn A Ph.D in Computer Science From University of Florida
Women of color hold just a minute percentage of degrees across STEM fields, only 2.9% of black women hold this degree. Thankfully …
