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Michael: Time, Memory, and the Return of an Icon

April 01, 2026 in Film

Set for release on April 24 2026, Michael, directed by Antoine Fuqua, steps into that space with intention. Rather than retelling what the world already knows, the film positions itself as a closer look at the man behind the phenomenon, tracing his journey from childhood prodigy to global icon, and the relentless discipline that defined his path.

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Tags: MJ, Jafaar Jackson
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The Pink Standard: Nancy Nixon

March 12, 2026 in Beauty, Hair, Business

In Calgary’s ever-evolving beauty landscape, some spaces offer services, while others create experiences. Tucked into the vibrant neighbourhood of Kensington, Neena’s Pink Room belongs firmly in the latter category.

A beauty destination where aesthetic, atmosphere, and intention come together to redefine what modern self-care can feel like.

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Tags: Nancy Nixon, Neena's Pink Room

Polaris Music Prize Sets 2026 Dates as Ceremony Returns to Massey Hall

March 12, 2026 in Music

Canada’s most prestigious music prize announces its 2026 season, culminating in a September celebration of artistry and sound.

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Moonbouy and the Quiet Power of Seeing

March 07, 2026 in Art

In a city as layered and restless as Lagos, stories are everywhere…etched into architecture, unfolding on football fields, whispered through creative spaces and alleyway studios.

For visual artist Jackson Umoren, known creatively as Moonbouy, these stories are not simply observed; they are felt, interpreted, and carefully translated into images that invite viewers to pause.

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Gabriela Richardson Introduces the World of ISOLA with the Haunting Single “Mononoke”

March 04, 2026 in Music

For Gabriela Richardson, music has always been a space where identity, memory, and emotion quietly collide. Now, the Spanish and African-American artist is stepping into a defining moment of her career with the announcement of her debut album, ISOLA, which arrived on platforms February 20.

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AITC - June 2026

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Soft Power, Bold Flavour  - Funmi Osatuyi
Food, Lifestyle
Soft Power, Bold Flavour - Funmi Osatuyi
Food, Lifestyle
Food, Lifestyle
Leadership, Legacy, and a New Era of Diasporic Excellence
Leadership
Leadership, Legacy, and a New Era of Diasporic Excellence
Leadership
Leadership
On the Radar - Seu Jorge reminds the world what legacy sounds like on The Other Side
Music
On the Radar - Seu Jorge reminds the world what legacy sounds like on The Other Side
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Music
Canada’s Voices and Creative Excellence Takes Centre Stage at Studio Bell
Creative Arts
Canada’s Voices and Creative Excellence Takes Centre Stage at Studio Bell
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Creative Arts
Afros Picks June 2026
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Afros Picks June 2026
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