Malcolm X’s journey toward self-education was remarkable, particularly considering the societal limitations and barriers he faced as a young black man in the mid-20th century.

AS we mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of Malcolm X, born on May 19, 1925, we pause not only to honour his legacy but also to reflect on the enduring power of his message.

Christopher appeared as Malcolm X in a play in Jamaica, Queens, and Anthony was playing experimental, improvised music in ensembles alongside Thulani’s poetry in productions downtown.

With some city streets in Manhattan and Brooklyn already named for Malcolm X, there are several efforts underway to create more permanent tributes in Brooklyn to celebrate his 100th birthday (May ...

Fascination with Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali’s complex friendship got a boost from ... As a follower of Marcus Garvey — the early 20th-century leader originally from Jamaica who led a mass ...

Malcolm X told newspapers he was visiting because he was "disturbed by reports that coloured people in Smethwick ... "My parents had just come from Jamaica and he was outside our house talking to ...

On this day 100 years ago, the man who would become Malcolm X was born in Omaha, Neb. His message and legacy continues to outrage some and inspire many.