Black World

DRUM was a Black-themed, EBONY-style South African publication during apartheid

Emerging in the early 1970s, Players was more than just an adult magazine—it was a cultural artifact born out of shifting racial dynamics, economic opportunity, and a growing demand for Black-centered storytelling.

Published February 14, 2026 at 7:30 AM EDT “Sexual assault of enslaved Black men has failed to garner sustained scholarly attention.” NAIROBI, KE — In recent decades, a growing number of Western white men have traveled to regions such as Africa and Southeast Asia in search of romantic relationships. While motivations vary—ranging from curiosity and cultural interest to dissatisfaction with dating norms at home—these journeys are shaped by complex social, economic, and historical dynamics....