The youngest pilot to fly solo around the world. The first known Black female tattoo artist. And more, chosen by columnist.

These four inspiring books tug on a few of those threads and ... landmark day are echoed in her excitement — marveling as Mahalia Jackson sings, cheering on John Lewis and Josephine Baker ...

I found myself perpetually scanning “The Ed Sullivan Show” for footage after footage of Black performers like The Jackson 5, like Mahalia Jackson, like the legit who’s who of Black genius in ...

Every now and then, a voice can matter. Mahalia Jackson had one of them. Known around the world as the “Queen of Gospel,” Jackson used her powerful voice to work in the Civil Rights Movement. Starting ...

What is the reality of signing a record deal? With 13 years of skin in the game, Mahalia joins Annie to discuss Chappell Roan’s Grammy speech, the power of putting her money where her mouth is ...

By Alexandra Jacobs When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site, we earn an affiliate commission. AFTER LIVES: On Biography and the Mysteries of the Human Heart, by Megan ...

Lamar Jackson acted like a true leader at a low point for his team. Jackson and the Ravens lost a heartbreaker to the Bills in the AFC divisional round on Sunday after Mark Andrews dropped what ...

What awards has Michael R. Jackson won? Michael R. Jackson has won several prestigious awards, including: - Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Strange Loop - Outstanding Book of a Musical ...

Bookshop, a site that lets independent, bricks-and-mortar bookshops sell their books online, is launching an app that will allow the sales of e-books, too. By Alexandra Alter When Andy Hunter ...

JACKSON COUNTY, MI – Readers kept the Jackson District Library busy in 2024, but some books were read or listened to more than others. From novels “The Women” by Kristen Hannah and “The ...

Disney alum Skai Jackson is taking on the role of a lifetime: mom. The 22-year-old actress, best known for her four seasons on Jessie, has just welcomed her first baby. Jackson announced the news ...