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Her visage is more frightening than that of Freddie Krueger.Read more...

As Jonathan Majors prepares to go back to court for yet another pre-trial hearing for his domestic dispute case on Wednesday-hopefully the last one before a New York judge decides to take the case to trial or not-his legal issues may have just gotten a bit more international. I'll explain.Read more...

As the temperature drops, it's easy to fall into a routine of wearing dark, oversized clothes. But why not try mixing things up a little this fall and winter? With a few simple swaps, you can turn your style up a notch without completely overhauling your closet - unless, of course, your closet is full of nothing but...Read more...

We all remember the unrest that came after the unjust death of George Floyd, and rightly so. But I think it's caused the Minneapolis Police Department to fall under the radar.Read more...

Black people are very familiar with Hollywood's fascination with portraying the pain and trauma of marginalized communities. While it helps to have those stories acknowledged and told, it can feel like we've been reduced to our worst moments. For some Indigenous people, the new Martin Scorsese film Killers of the...Read more...

As the death toll from the escalating crisis in the Gaza Strip continues to rise, calls for a ceasefire have been growing in Congress, particularly among progressives of color. One of the loudest voices urging a ceasefire is Missouri Congresswoman Cori Bush.Read more...

Whether you can believe it or not, nominee announcements for the 2023 Gotham Awards kicks off the unofficial official start of awards season here in Hollywood. And while things may look a bit different than normal ( #HotStrikeSummerandFall), other things are moving on with business as usual.Read more...

Everybody LOVES in capital letters Keke Palmer (well, except maybe her baby daddy, Darius Jackson, but that's another story) and we feel like she's family. That's the reason we stay all up in her business.Read more...

The eight officers who fired more than 90 bullets that resulted in the death of 25-year-old Jayland Walker are allowed to go back to work as police officers.Read more...

On Tuesday morning, ex-Trump lawyer Jenna Ellis became the fourth co-defendant to take a plea deal instead of going to trial in the Georgia election interference case.Read more...

Halloween is one of the biggest holidays for celebrities! They use their wealth to show up and show out! As many have resorted to doing full photo shoots and look books for Halloween, we want to show off the people who have taken their looks out on the town! From Heidi Klum's iconic annual bash to other get-togethers...Read more...

Horror movies often feature unforgettable female villains. As thrilling as they are to watch, we can't deny that many of their rampages are born out of grievances that could have been rectified through non-murdery means. To that end, let's have some fun and look at the unforgettable Karens of horror movies and TV...Read more...

I understand the frustrations of not getting a job when you're unemployed. It's not a fun place to be in, especially when you're broke. But repeatedly making racist and threatening phone calls to the place that denied you is not the way to go.Read more...

Amid overwhelming talks of celebrity breakups, divorces, and other dating woes, Sherri Shepherd is sharing a piece of her own dating history-specifically the time when she got stood up on a date by comedian Katt Williams.Read more...

If showering for you is nothing more than a 10-minute ritual before you leave home in the morning, you're doing it all wrong. These days, the everything shower is the talk of TikTok, with users sharing their best practices and products with millions of viewers. Just like the name implies, the everything shower is the...Read more...

Singer Brian McKnight has decided to show which family he claims by officially changing his name.

Parents are about to get a bedtime story assist from our Forever First Lady. HarperCollins Publishers announced today that Michelle Obama will narrate a new digital audio edition of Maurice Sendak's award-winning children's book, Where the Wild Things Are." The audio download will be available for purchase on October...Read more...

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Despite internet rumors earlier this summer of Tyler Perry potentially buying BET, the historic deal never went down and now Perry is speaking out about it.Read more...

The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, New York has opened a Black Dolls exhibit that provides children with the history of the Black community in the 1800s and 1900s using dolls as the vessel.

Being a parent is honestly one of the hardest jobs you'll ever have. You're forced to learn on the job, and there are are no days off, (unless you count a few extra hours of sleep on Mother's Day and Father's Day). Even on the best days, you can find yourself second guessing yourself, because after all, the stakes are...Read more...

It's happened again. Another white person was stupid and arrogant enough to spew racial slurs to a Black person on camera so the whole world could see it.Read more...

Artificial Intelligence is theoretically supposed to make our healthcare system better, i.e., more efficient and better integrated. But, a new study from the Stanford School of Medicine raises significant concerns about A.I.'s use in medicine.Read more...

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Overnight success is a commonly used term in the entertainment industry. But the truth is, very few acts are actually instant successes. However, in 1988, that's the only way to describe the crazy rise of pop duo Milli Vanilli. One day, we had no idea who they were, and the next, Girl You Know It's True" was everywher...Read more...

Louis Farrakhan's lawsuit against the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) might be the biggest one in recent history. The Nation of Islam leader is suing the Jewish civil rights group for $4.8 billion in Manhattan Federal Court, accusing them of falsely labeling him as an antisemite.Read more...

Picture this: Sicily 1922, You're out at a coffee shop one day, when a stranger dressed in all black taps you on your shoulder and asks, $500,000 or lunch with Jay-Z. Which would you choose?"Read more...

Whether you're a famous celeb or not, there's no denying that relationship break-ups are hard. Just ask Lupita Nyong'o, who recently revealed she was in a season of heartbreak" following her decision to split from ex Selema Masekala last week. But one person coming to her aid is none other than Air star and comedian M...Read more...

From the moment Rihanna was announced as the headliner for the Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show, rumors have been swirling about her making her long-awaited music comeback. Now, The Daily Mail is reporting that the Grammy-winning superstar has signed a deal worth $38.9 million with entertainment giant Live Nation. The...Read more...

Do y'all remember Marsha Ervin? She's the Florida Black who was released from prison in 2018 and charged with voter fraud after she voted in the 2020 presidential election and the 2022 primary election.Read more...

It was announced by the Santa Barbara County District Attorney's Office that Jeanne Terese Umana, 74, was charged with battery and trespassing for her racist behavior in September against a Latino construction worker. Both are misdemeanor offenses.Read more...

We love to treat heinous criminals and serial murderers like it's a white folks thing but I'm here to inform you, that is simply not true. Despite what the Netflix documentaries and spooky movies perpetuate, Black serial killers exist. They may not be as popular" or widely known as your typical Jeffrey Dahmer and...Read more...

Holiday movie season is here and despite what TV commercials may advertise, there are plenty of Black stars finding romance during Christmas. From adorable meet cutes, to mysterious strangers named Nick, to families reuniting and dealing with old hurts, the familiar stories you look forward to are here to help you...Read more...

On Truth Social, Donald Trump insisted that he will present irrefutable evidence in court that the 2020 presidential election was stolen and he was the true winner.Read more...

During the entirety of the trial against three cops accused of killing Manny Ellis during a traffic stop, the defense has stood on the claim that Ellis died from the methamphetamine in his system. However, a few expert testimonies this week cast plenty of doubt on that argument.

Gabby Petito. Natalee Hollaway. Elizabeth Smart. These are names most Americans recognize when you talk about missing young women.Read more...

Don't think you're getting the straight dope, people. Or at least not all of it.Read more...

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I love a full beat (especially a red lip that pops). But sometimes, the best makeup looks like you're wearing no makeup at all. This fall, everyone is talking about how get natural-looking skin that glows - AKA, the no makeup look.

When theme parks start overflowing with monsters and there's nothing on TV but scary movies, that means it's spooky season. Horror is a genre that hasn't always been the most welcoming for Black characters, but there are some movies that feature prominent Black stories and heroes. Prepare to get scared with our list...Read more...

Blue Ivy is spending her summer break on tour with her mother, Beyonce, and Bronny James is one step closer to playing in the NBA with his father, LeBron James. With so many Black celebrities raising superstars, we think it's time to show you other Black celebrity kids whose parents have allowed them to explore and...Read more...

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Updated on 10/20/2023 at 2:10p.m. PT: Though all hope may not be lost between the rapper Jeezy and his soon-t0-be ex-wife Jeannie Mai, the Put On" rapper issued an official statement reaffirming their decision to split.Read more...

If you listened to Black radio in Dallas or Chicago in the late 1980s and early 90s, you knew Tom Joyner as The Hardest Working Man in Radio." He earned his nickname, The Fly Jock," not just because he always dressed to impress, but because he made a daily 800-air mile commute between his morning radio show in...Read more...

In true rich white woman fashion, J.K. Rowling continues to use her privilege to shamelessly attack vulnerable groups. For some reason, the author thought it was appropriate to say that she's willing to serve prison time over her opinion on transgender women.

They say in marriage, you split everything. For music superstars Beyonce and Jay-Z, that apparently also includes beats. Turns out, Queen Bey's ass-shaking track Church Girl" originally belonged to the Dirt Off Your Shoulder" rapper. Producer No I.D. explained that he created the beat for Jay, but it wasn't long...Read more...

In the wee hours of July 8, 2020, 37-year-old Freddie Lee McKee was found dead in Columbia, Mo. Authorities say two 911 calls went out before his body was found. Earlier, around 2:45 a.m., a neighbor called reporting a shirtless man in her trash who told her he was looking for his phone, per the police report. Then,...Read more...

I thought that I'd seen it all, but starting a podcast from prison is a new one.Read more...

Spoiler Alert: If you haven't watched Loki Season 2 Episode 3 1893," stop reading now!