The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion received the high honor Tuesday. The only Black, all-female unit serving in Europe during World War II received the Congressional Gold Medal on ...

An all-Black, all-female World War II unit received the Congressional Gold Medal on Tuesday for improving soldiers' morale with their work sorting mail addressed to those on the frontlines.

The Six Triple Eight sorted millions of pieces of wartime mail in a matter of months but weren't recognized publicly for decades. Just two of the 855 women are believed to be alive for the ceremony.

The Kennedy Center has slightly delayed naming its list of annual lifetime achievement honorees and may make some other ...

An Academy junior who created a clinic to introduce Black youth to tennis has been recognized for her efforts with the prestigious Gold Award, one of Girl Scout's highest honors.

On Monday (June 9), Snoop Dogg received the Ultimate Icon Award at the 2025 BET Awards. While his speech and subsequent tribute were both off the chain, many online were quick to point out the ...

Most importantly, they bring the culture with them every time. Here are 10 Black women who have rocked the stage as the host of award shows. 1. Diana Ross, 81 – Oscars in 1974 Source: WWD ...

Paul Tazewell has just made “Wicked” and Oscar history after taking home an Academy Award. Tazwell just became the first Black man in history to win an Oscar for costume design.

He hopes to continue building his career in sports media at his next destination – the University of Connecticut. Norman and Clark, along with the 2025 Gold Key Award honorees and other award winners, ...

The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest civilian award issued by Congress. The House in 2022 unanimously approved an enabling bill with a 422-0 vote after the Senate approved honoring the unit ...