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Every year, the Super Bowl is the most-watched television show in the country. Thousands of sports fans throw parties just to enjoy the biggest football game of the year with friends and family.Read more...

So you got invited to a Super Bowl party, but you don’t know (or care) anything about football. But that doesn’t mean you have to spend the night at home alone watching 60 Minutes – unless, of course, you want to (no judgment).Read more...

South Park is back for Season 26 and decided to tackle Kanye West in its very first episode. The season premiere, entitled “Cupid Ye,” aired Wednesday night. In the Valentine’s Day-themed episode, Cartman becomes so jealous of Stan’s friendship with a Black student (Tolkien) that he decides to spread Kanye-like…Read more...

It’s been one hell of a week so far in Black Excellence, and it’s only going to get better. LeBron James just broke a 38-year-old NBA record. Beyoncé became the all-time leader in total Grammy award wins. And on Sunday, Rihanna will make her big comeback, headlining the halftime show at the 2023 Super Bowl.Read more...

On his new acoustic single, “Tyler, Forever,” Chicago-based emcee McKinley Dixon pensively mourns the loss of his late friend over stripped-down jazz melodies that sonically express his suffering. This version of the song—out today—is part of his Kitchen Table sessions and is inspired by visionary artist Carrie Mae…Read more...

Two Illinois EMS workers are being held in jail on a $1 million bond in the alleged murder of an Illinois man two months ago, according to Insider. They are each facing first-degree murder charges for failing to provide adequate care which unnecessarily jeopardized an innocent Black life.

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Talk about news coming from left field. Quality Control, a rap label home to some of the hottest acts in rap including Lil Baby, Migos, Lil Yachty and City Girls, is being acquired by South Korean Music Company HYBE for $300 million, led by HYBE America CEO Scooter Braun.Read more...

In the midst of its nonstop Super Bowl LVII coverage, the NFL Network is now without one of its most high-profile analysts. According to the Dallas Morning News, on Wednesday, the network announced that Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin will no longer be a part of its Super Bowl LVII programming. The decision…Read more...

“Can y’all believe this shit?” Academy Award-winning actress and comedian Mo’Nique is finally sharing new details about her forthcoming, first-ever comedy special on Netflix.

History will be made as Cuban American songstress Celia Cruz, who is iconic in the world of Salsa music, will be the first Afro Latina to be on the U.S. quarter. The late singer recorded over 80 albums during the course of her career. Twenty-three of those albums went gold.Read more...

Besides cheering on your favorite NFL team and singing along to the halftime show, we most look forward to the commercials. Whether you get a laugh or shed a heartfelt tear, here are some of the best Super Bowl commercials featuring Black people over the years.Read more...

Allison Holker Boss, the widow of beloved dancer and TV personality Stephen “tWitch” Boss, has asked a court to grant her control of her late husband’s half of their joint estate.Read more...

If you thought Republicans’ anti-woke agenda couldn’t get any crazier, think again. This week, a new bill passed in the South Carolina House that could stir up all sorts of crazy in the state’s public schools.

On a chill Wednesday night, I planned on watching a couple of NBA games, playing some video games and going to bed like any normal 20-something would do on a weekday. Instead, I woke up to the most insane, and chaotic trade I have ever seen, and I couldn’t be more excited!

As he embarks on the promotional tour for his upcoming film Creed III, actor/director Michael B. Jordan has been unexpectedly open about his private life, specifically his recent breakup with Lori Harvey. In addition to being the main source of humor in his Saturday Night Live monologue, he also discussed the topic in…Read more...

In a reported outcome that The Root effortlessly predicted, it looks like Amy Robach left ABC with quite the severance package. According to Page Six, Robach and her boo TJ Holmes both received decent money when they were let go by ABC News after an alleged affair became public fodder.

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After weeks of searching for the suspect behind a bizarre string of animal disappearances from the Dallas Zoo, one Texas man has been brought into custody. According to The Associated Press, he told police he would steal more animals if released from jail.

With the world still buzzing about LeBron James passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, there’s only one person whose opinion we really need on the moment, and that’s Kareem. Thankfully, the Los Angeles Lakers legend has a fascinating and cool newsletter where he regularly gifts us…Read more...

Though the BeyHive is getting their coins together to purchase Renaissance tour tickets, they may also need to figure out a way to purchase some Ivy Park. The Wall Street Journal has reported that Beyoncé’s clothing line, in conjunction with Adidas, has underperformed by over $200 million last year. However, the star…Read more...

Everyone knows that the most important part of any Super Bowl party is the food. Yeah, there’s an NFL championship on the line and a megastar headlining the halftime show. But if your wings and your dip aren’t on point, I guarantee your guests are gonna let you know.

Updated as of 2/4/2023 at 2:30 p.m. ET

2023 may be getting off to a rough start for Wendy Williams’ ex-husband Kevin Hunter, as it’s been revealed his request for alimony repayments were denied by a judge on Tuesday.Read more...

Wednesday, February 8 is the day that the College of Law at St. Thomas University in Miami, Florida, will be renamed the Benjamin L. Crump College of Law. This makes history as the first law school in the nation named after a practicing Black attorney.Read more...

‘Twas the eighth day of Black History Month when a group of white Catholic school girls were called out for an absurdly racist video mocking Black people. The girls were seen putting on blackface and yelling racist remarks. Now, they’re being investigated by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, per CBS News.

Boy, how times have changed for the once-beloved That’s So Raven star Orlando Brown.Read more...

Dieunerst Collin didn’t get to choose where his fame came from—you probably know him best as the “Popeye’s Meme Kid”—but after years of anonymity, he’s finally making the most of his notoriety. Dieunerst is all grown up now, and thanks to a NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) sponsorship deal with the fast food restaurant,…Read more...

The only Black designer on Italy’s fashion council is putting them on blast for falling short when it comes to diversity and inclusion.

Last night’s State of the Union was one for the books, but not for the reasons one might think. Though President Biden tried to express an agenda of unity with the GOP, it predictably fell on deaf ears. “To my Republican friends, if we could work together in the last Congress, there is no reason we can’t work together…Read more...

With nearly a month until the 2023 Oscars are set to take place, The Woman King director Gina Prince-Bythewood is speaking up and speaking out in response to the film’s complete shutout in this year’s race.Read more...

New York Fashion Week 2023 starts February 9 and we just know the Black models will tear up the runway. So, we can look forward to seeing veteran models and plenty up-and-coming ones from all around the world. Here are the people to look out for in the upcoming weeks!Read more...

One of the five former Memphis police officers charged in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols took photos of Nichols’ bludgeoned body after the incident, according to public records obtained by The New York Times. The officer also sent the images to six people including two more MPD officers.

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As the nation continues to mourn Tyre Nichols, Black lawmakers are using the State of the Union on Tuesday to highlight the reality of police violence by inviting victims and their families to attend.Read more...

In Kenosha, Wisconsin, the family of a 12-year-old has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against local law enforcement as well as the city. They are accusing Kenosha Police Officer Shawn Guetschow of kneeling on the student’s neck while attempting to break up a fight she was supposedly involved in.Read more...

It’s no secret that scammers exist throughout the world of higher education. Unsurprisingly, these scammers often target Black Americans.Read more...

While sports fans await the historic Super Bowl matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, there’s still a way to get your sports entertainment fix. These Black football movies and TV shows are sure to keep you occupied leading up to the big game.Read more...

When you watch as much Food Network as I do, the competition shows start to run together. There’s only so many times you can watch someone try to Beat Bobby Flay before it gets repetitive. However, fan favorite Darnell Ferguson is shaking up the format with the new series Superchef Grudge Match, premiering Tuesday,…Read more...

Publishing powerhouse Random House Children’s Books is teaming up with Black-owned brand Afro Unicorn® on a series of children’s books designed to celebrate what is unique and magical about children of color.

The 6-year-old Virginia student accused of shooting and injuring his first grade teacher Abigail Zwerner has a track record of violent behavior according to documents obtained by The Associated Press. The shooting wasn’t the only bad run-in he’s had with a teacher.

As the country gears up to hear President Biden’s thoughts tonight for his State of the Union address, many folks will be wondering about the lack of diversity in Congress and how it will hopefully be remedied. In a new piece by The Associated Press, progress has been made when it comes having non-white lawmakers.…Read more...

When COVID-19 first came barreling through the United States in March 2020, its impact on Black churches was nothing short of catastrophic.Read more...

It’s no secret that the Catholic Church has a diversity problem. According to the Pew Research Center, Black adults represent just 4 percent of Catholics in the United States. And only 25 percent of Black Catholics say they attend Mass at a church where most of the congregation is of the same race, compared to 80…Read more...

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After suing the league and standing up for his rights, Brian Flores is back in the top-tier of NFL coaches. According to ESPN, he will become the Minnesota Vikings new defensive coordinator. In February 2022, Flores sued the NFL and multiple teams, including his former employers, the Miami Dolphins, “accusing the…Read more...

The family of Amir Locke, a 22-year-old who was shot and killed by Minneapolis police, and civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump have announced a federal lawsuit against the city, per ABC News. The suit comes exactly one year after the issuance of the no-knock warrant that led to Amir’s death.