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The legendary MC Lyte was born on this day in 1970
Born Lana Michele Moorer, MC Lyte’s impact on hip-hop and culture is immeasurable. As one of the pioneering female MCs, she shattered gender stereotypes...
On this day in 1917 pianist and composer Thelonious Monk was born
Born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Thelonious Monk would go on to become a pivotal figure in the world of jazz, known for his...
On this day in 2009, former President Barack Obama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize
On October 9, 2009, former President Barack Obama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. The Norwegian Nobel Committee’s decision to honor Obama was based...
On this day in 1993, Mae C. Jemison was inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame
Mae C. Jemison is best known for becoming the first Black woman to be admitted to NASA’s astronaut training program and to fly in...
Biden Cancels $9B in Student Loans for 125,000 After Supreme Court Ruling
President Joe Biden has approved the cancellation of $9 billion in student loan debt for 125,000 people who qualify under existing programs, the White House...