Miami Beach, FL – The 29th American Black Film Festival (ABFF) lit up South Beach June 11–13, bringing together Hollywood icons, fresh talent, and audiences celebrating Black storytelling. Day 1 opened with the HBO® Short Film Award Showcase, one of the most prestigious short film platforms. Five finalists competed for prizes, as festival ambassador Larenz
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By Akayliah Simpson and Attiyya Atkins MIAMI — President Donald Trump’s administration is escalating its crackdown on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, with Harvard University now at the center of the storm. On May 22, federal officials barred Harvard from enrolling international students — who make up more than 27% of its undergraduates —
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A Powerful Caribbean Celebration of Culture, Cuisine, and Community in Miami By Lisaluvslove MIAMI – Food, Wine & Fête, brainchild of cultural curators Vanessa James and Marco Rodriguez, was a fusion of party, power, and paradise. On Saturday, May 17, Miami’s Virginia Key Beach was the site of a Caribbean culinary celebration. During segregation, this
Continue ReadingNicole Friday and Larenz Tate Welcome Filmmakers, Fans, and Legends to Opening Night Celebration By Villij News Staff MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — The 29th annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF) set it off in style Wednesday night, June 11, with an electric opening ceremony led by Nicole Friday, President of Nice Crowd, and actor Larenz
Continue ReadingBy Attiyya Atkins After a two-year hiatus, Miami’s Best of the Best music festival made its long-awaited return to Bayfront Park on May 25, 2025 — and it came back bigger than ever. More than 12,000 fans from across the Caribbean diaspora packed the park for a day of music, culture, and unity. The lineup
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