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Why Druski’s Megachurch Skit Has the Black Internet’s Feathers All Ruffled!
Druski's viral parody of flying preachers and their designer drip has the internet debating the fine line between megachurch ministry and performance.Read more...
5 Celebrities You Didn’t Know Were Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Sisters!
These five powerhouse women are shaking up Hollywood, politics, and culture, carrying forward Delta Sigma Theta's legacy of excellence and impact!Read more...
The Bizarre Story of Why a Chicago Convicted Murderer Will Get Paid MILLIONS After Dismembering Her Landlord
Despite dismembering her landlord after she was evicted, a Chicago woman was just awarded a $3 million taxpayer-funded payout.Read more...
Mathew Knowles Is Defending Beyoncé’s New Billionaire Status
While haters and detractors of Beyonce may form their own opinion about her new billionaire status, her father Mathew Knowles is setting the record straight.Read more...
Martin Lawrence Sets The Record Straight About Those Alleged ‘Colorism’ Jokes On His Iconic Show
Martin Lawrence is finally weighing on the chatter involving his popular past show and the alleged colorism-laced jokes that weew present in the series!Read more...
The Smithsonian Faces White House Deadline TODAY— Here’s How Black History Could Be at Risk
The Smithsonian is facing a White House deadline today to prove its exhibits don't contain improper ideology," with the National Museum of African American History and Culture caught in the crossfire.Read more...
Who’s This White Lady Who Joined a Famous Black Sorority? Her Badass Story Will Inspire You!
Joan Mulholland wasn't just trying to wear paraphernalia. She was about the movement.Read more...
Nicole Richie’s Teen Daughter Looks JUST Like Her and the Internet is Obsessed!
Reality star Nicole Richie just posted some vintage photos of her now-18-year-old daughter- and the internet is loving it!Read more...
Teyana Taylor Finally Addresses Criticism Over Her ‘Hypersexual’ Role in ‘One Battle After Another’
Teyana Taylor's Golden Globe-winning 'One Battle After Another' performance has garnered mixed reactions. And now, she's finally addressing the criticism!Read more...
Baton Rouge Teen Was Blocked on TikTok by the Woman She Was Dating, So She Allegedly Did the Unthinkable
Paulasia Banks is accused of the unthinkable after Kassidy Jackson, a woman she had been dating, allegedly blocked her on TikTok.Read more...
Listen Up, Golden Globes – These Black Podcasts Need to Be On Your Radar
Now that the Golden Globes have added a Best Podcast category, there are more than a handful of Black pods that deserve to be in the conversation!Read more...
NYTJust Confirmed Why The Left Was Right AboutTrump Being a Fascist
After much debate on whether Trump is a fascist, we finally break it down for you.Read more...
Heartbreaking New Update in Missing Chicago Teacher Case Linda Brown
Just over a week after Chicago special education teacher Linda Brown went missing, the search for her reached a heartbreaking conclusion Monday.Read more...
‘One Battle After Another’ is a Well Made Movie… With Racist Themes
OPINION: Paul Thomas Anderson is married to a Black woman. He should know better than to make a movie like this.Read more...
The Best Examples of Rappers’ Shocking Transformations After Serving Prison Time
To celebrate Fetty Wap coming home after three years, we're looking at some of the many rappers who completely changed their lives after serving prison time.Read more...
Employees Say They’re Not Getting Paid While Diddy Is Behind Bars. Now He’s Speaking Out
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' employees are looking for their money, but his people are saying there's nothing to worry about. Let's break it down!Read more...
A$AP Rocky Reveals the Major Way His Kids Changed Him
A$AP Rocky rarely misses a moment to talk about his three children, but this latest revelation might be the sweetest one yet!Read more...
Why These 2 Comedians Owed Rep. Jasmine Crockett the Biggest Apology EVER
Black folks are still dragging two non-Black comedians after they called for folks NOT to support Rep. Jasmine Crockett in her bid for Senate.Read more...
New Development In Drew Dixon’s Longstanding Legal Battle With L.A. Reid
Music exec Drew Dixon is speaking out about her years-long legal battle with her former boss L.A. Reid, whom she accused of sexual assault in 2023.Read more...
New Study Reveals A Possible Cause For The Rise Of Colorectal Cancer In Young Black Americans
There's been a disturbing rise in colorectal cancer in Black young adults and a new study has just revealed the certain lifestyle habit that could be linked.Read more...
The Last Thing You’ll <i>Ever</i> Need to Read About the Tired ’50-50’ Dating Convo
OPINION: No conversation among Black folks on social media is more played out than who should pay for what. We put that to bed...forever.Read more...
How MAGA Is Trying to Change the Midterm Election Rules Should Have Everyone Terrified
With only months away from a critical midterm election, President Trump is getting creative with ways to swing votes in his favor.Read more...
5 Reasons to Binge The Twisty, Addictive Tessa Thompson-Led ‘His & Hers’ on Netflix
Fresh off 'Hedda,' Tessa Thompson is back in front of our screens for a nail-biting thriller series that's got everyone talking! Here's why you need to tune in.Read more...
Trolling TikToks From Trump’s White House That Will Make You Question Reality
For Trump's White House, TikTok has become a vehicle for meme-filled policy posts and outrageous moments, and the government has never been more theatrical.Read more...
Why White Women Online Are Apologizing After This New Development in the Missing Chicago Teacher Case
TikTok detectives accused the husband of missing Chicago teacher of being involved in her disappearance. Now, they're eating their words.Read more...
How Cam Newton Just Made Himself Look a Lot Less Intelligent Than He Thinks He Is
Cam Newton's latest interview with Lady London has prompted some serious discourse online and it's not showing the NFL star in the best light. And we ought to be honest about why!Read more...
Jonathan Majors, Meagan Good Reveal Why the Black Celeb Dual African Citizenship Trend Is…Complicated
After Meagan Good and Jonathan Majors were awarded citizenship in Guinea, questions rise about the trend of celebrities leaving the U.S.Read more...
What ‘Adolescent’s’ Stephen Graham Said About Queen Latifah That Has the Internet Tickled!
'Adolescence' star Stephen Graham may have gone home with a Golden Globe on Sunday, but Queen Latifah was no doubt the winner of the night!Read more...
The Sad, Scary Truth About HBCUs That Many Black Folks Don’t Realize
HBCUs reported enrollment increases in 2025. Still, a new survey shows most students are unaware Black colleges even exist.Read more...
Queen Latifah’s Best Hair Looks Through the Years
When it comes to hair, rapper, actress and entrepreneur Queen Latifah is never short on styleRead more...
The 6 Best Black Golden Globes Moments!
From Teyana Taylor's tearful acceptance speech to Ryan Coogler's box office win, here is a roundup of Hollywood's biggest night.Read more...
Here’s How Trump-Era Cuts Are Undermining Programs That Serve Black Communities
From education and housing to health care and legal aid, these rollbacks threaten programs that help Black Americans.Read more...
You Won’t <i>Believe</i> Why Social Media’s Favorite Black Couple Kristy and Desmond Scott Are Calling it Quits
Fans are stunned by the heartbreaking news that Kristy and Desmond Scott have filed for divorce after 12 years of marriage.Read more...
How Michael B. Jordan’s Mom Responded to Golden Globes Host’s Raunchy Joke About Her Son
Donna Jordan accompanied her son Michael B. to the 2026 Golden Globes and ended up unintentionally stealing the show! Let's get into it.Read more...
2026 Golden Globes Red Carpet Fashion Trainwrecks
Now that we've analyzed the most stylish attendees at the 2026 Golden Globes, our focus shifts to the list of folks whose fashion choices fell short and could have benefited from some expert advice.Read more...
From Charli Baltimore to Queen Pen to Solé: Where Are the ’90s, Early ’00s Female Hip-Hop Rappers Are Today!
From Charli Baltimore to Queen Pen to Sole, these female emcees helped define the 90s and 2000s rap scene! Here's what they're up to now.Read more...
The Golden Globes Snubbed ‘Malcolm X,’ ‘Selma and Now ‘Sinners.’ Here’s Why
The Globes have a history of not recognizing Black films.Read more...
2026: Best Red Carpet Looks At The Golden Globe Awards
We were captivated by our favorite celebrities on the Red Carpet before the main ceremony. These are our top fashion moments, featuring stars like Teyana Taylor and Damson Idris.Read more...
Stephen A. Smith Hits Back at Critics Over Controversial ‘Lawful Perspective’ on ICE Shooting
Stephen A. Smith faced an instant social media backlash following his controversial take on the Renee Good shooting and ICE.Read more...
How a Viral Pop Song ‘Papaoutai’ Is Linked To A Horrific Event
You might have heard the viralpop song Papaoutai," but do you know the sad backstory behind it?Read more...
How To Stream The 2026 Golden Globes and Which Black Stars To Watch
Here's how to watch the 2026 Golden Globes, and which Black stars to look out for.Read more...
15 Most Influential Black Music Artist From Philly
From Boyz II Men to Patti LaBelle, we explore the most influential artists that put the city of Brotherly Love on the map.Read more...
‘Insecure’ Turns 5! Here’s What the Cast Is Up to Now
The year 2026 marks the five year anniversary of 'Insecure!' Let's take a look at where the cast is now!Read more...
Why Elon Musk’s Latest Post On X Should Have You Concerned
There hasn't been much attention on Elon Musk lately, but his latest post should have you concerned.Read more...
New Footage Shows Ice Agent’s View During Fatal Minneapolis Shooting, From George Floyd to Renee Good: Minneapolis Faces New Trauma After Shooting, Zohran Mamdani and Brandon Johnson React to De
Here's everything we know and more about the fatal Minnesota shooting involving an ICE agent and an American citizen.Read more...
January 2026 Books By Black Authors You Need To Read
From a Kenan Thompson picture book to a memoir from the CEO of The Honey Pot, the first month of 2026 is full of great Black books for lovers of every genre.Read more...
Anthony Joshua’s New Comments Will Break Your Heart
Boxing star Anthony Joshua is reflecting on his deceased friends that he lost during that awful accident in Nigeria in December.Read more...
New Footage From ICE Shows Minneapolis Shooting From Agent’s View
New ICE video raises further debate over fatal Minneapolis shooting that killed Renee Nicole Good.Read more...
The Black Man Behind The Quarter-Zip Movement Explains the Deeper Purpose Behind It All
Jason Gyamfi, the man behind the viral quarter-zip trend on TikTok says he has plans to make his movement even bigger in 2026.Read more...
Texas Man, 81, Allegedly Tried to Stop a Man From Beating on His Girlfriend, Then the Unthinkable Happened
An 81-year-old Texas man reportedly stood up for a woman who was allegedly being pushed by her boyfriend, but his noble act ended in a heartbreaking way.Read more...
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