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“White Fragility” author Robin DiAngelo has the internet in shambles after a clip from a panel she was on went viral. The webinar, called “Racial Justice: The Next Frontier,” happened on March 1. DiAngelo insisted that people of color should build community with each other—not white people—and the statement has…Read more...

Though it’s been over 15 years since we last saw actors Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan join forces for a Rush Hour franchise film, it looks like we may be in for a reunion soon.Read more...

A 21-year-old hairstylist poured her savings into buying land in North Carolina to place three school buses she would use to provide mobile hair services. However, according to The Guardian, her dream came to a hard stop after being racially harassed and having her property vandalized with obscenities.

If you’re a fan of comic book movies, you know DC’s film universe has been a hot mess for years. There have been very few hits and a lot of misses—like the recently released Shazam! Fury of the Gods. The Shazam! sequel, starring Zachary Levi, has been a box office disappointment while the reviews have been…Read more...

Whether he’s curating a star-studded hip hop tribute for the GRAMMYs or directing an Oscar-winning documentary about the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, Amir “Questlove” Thompson has his fingers on the pulse of what’s happening in the culture. Now, the DJ, producer, author and filmmaker is about to get into…Read more...

In Swarm, Prime Video’s latest psychological horror series from Atlanta scribe Janine Nabers and creator Donald Glover, Dominique Fishback stars as Dre—a crazed fan—who’s obsessed with a Ni’jah, a Beyoncé-like figure.Read more...

Originally designed to handle the harsh elements of a New England winter, Timberland boots have become a staple of hip-hop fashion. As much a part of the culture as bamboo earrings and Kangol hats, the impact of the classic yellow boot is undeniable.Read more...

Once upon a time, when your favorite artist went on tour, all you had to do to get tickets was wait in line at the box office. Obviously, this didn’t guarantee you a seat, but at least you felt like you had a fair shot at seeing the concert. Then, the process moved to non-stop calls to the box office, before finally…Read more...

There’s a small group of professional athletes in world history who can define their career in one moment, especially NBA players. It’s normally reserved for the most legendary of players on the biggest stage. Examples of this include Michael Jordan with his “last shot” against the Utah Jazz; LeBron James with the “…Read more...

The Prime Video thriller Swarm, which was created by Donald Glover and Janine Nabers, has garnered a lot of controversy since its release. One of the most baffling critiques pertains to Chlöe Bailey’s first-ever on-screen sex scene in the pilot episode of the series. Swarm premiered last week at South by Southwest,”…Read more...

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The American public really can’t handle hearing about another plague situation. But our tenuous emotional stability isn’t really the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s problem.Read more...

From success behind the mic to success on the red carpet, hip-hop and acting have always gone hand in hand. I mean to be a hip hop star you need to believe in yourself and fake it until you make it. Acting is all about faking it until you make it. Some of the greatest movies of all time are centered around hip-hop…Read more...

Monday’s White House press briefing featuring the cast of “Ted Lasso” was interrupted by a reporter who insisted that he is never “called on.” Simon Ateba, a correspondent for Today News Africa, has clashed with Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre in the past. However, his latest outburst may have taken the cake.Read more...

For the first time publicly since the incident, Abigail Zwerner speaks about the incident on Jan 6. when her six-year-old student shot and nearly-fatally injured her in class. In an interview with TODAY’s Savannah Guthrie, she said the look on the student’s face behind the gun haunted her to this day.

Black folks aren’t the only ones tired from the racist attacks being aimed at Halle Bailey. The Little Mermaid star has been subjected to disgusting bigotry since it was announced back in 2019 that she would portray the princess. Now, her co-star from the film has spoken out about the unwarranted backlash.Read more...

If you’re a bargain hunter like me, you ferociously stalk the clothes and shoes you want, hoping your size will still be in stock when they eventually go on sale. It’s a strategy that can often end in disappointment. But the feeling you get when you can get your hands on a pair of designer shoes for a fraction of the…Read more...

We all love Saturdays, and now Disney Channel is giving us one more reason to be excited about the most fun day of the week. Its new comedy, Saturdays, focuses on 14-year-old Paris Johnson and her friends, who spend their time at Saturdays roller skating rink showing off their moves as the We-B-Girlz skate crew. In an…Read more...

The probability of former President Donald Trump getting arrested on Tuesday may be up in the air, but there is one person who doesn’t think it’ll be a good idea: Chris Rock.Read more...

Ron DeSantis has seemingly broken his silence about Donald Trump’s legal woes. This time, Trump is accused of giving hush money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Although he has managed to escape consequences for his actions, he could be arrested Tuesday (March 21).Read more...

With the NFL Draft approaching on April 27, top college players are looking to increase their chances of being drafted by showing off their skills at their school’s Pro Day. These events are important because there’s often so much going on and so many players to keep track of at the NFL Combine, it’s hard to really…Read more...

With the unfortunate passing of soul singer Bobby Caldwell at the age of 71, the Black community came together on social media to collectively mourn the death of a beloved and beautiful“Black voice.”

Whether it’s to cover up a not-so-great hair day or to add a pop of color to your outfit (or a little bit of both), a head wrap is an accessory that can work overtime. But if that wrap is made of the wrong material, it can do more harm than good, leaving your hair looking frizzy and flawed. So we’ve rounded up some of…Read more...

The family of Rasheem Carter, a 25-year-old who was allegedly murdered in the woods of Mississippi, have started trying to unlock the mystery his horrifying death. The family told Insider he was last seen on video “running for his life,” though the sheriff’s office debunked their claim.

After playing in our faces for months about a possible Good Burger sequel, the cat was finally let out the bag on Friday that yes, Good Burger 2 is officially happening.Read more...

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Page Six has reported that Wendy Williams went out partying on Friday (March 17) and had a few alcohol beverages. According to the story: “Sources tell Page Six exclusively that she drank her way from Fresco by Scotto in New York City all the way to The Townhouse.”Read more...

Law Roach sat down with New York Magazine to clear all of the air about his surprise retirement. In the hour-long sit-down with Lindsay Peoples only one day after his BOSS runway walk, Law also talked about the ups and downs of his career, his struggle with overworking because of childhood traumas, and what his life…Read more...

New York Attorney General Letitia James was hosting a drag queen story hour Sunday in Manhattan when a group of anti-LGBT protestors disrupted the peace outside the venue. According to NBC News, the ringleader of the protest has been arrested for getting violent with an event supporter.

It’s been five years since beloved Florida rapper XXXTentacion was fatally shot in front of his car during a robbery attempt outside of a motorcycle shop. The 20-year-old rapper was killed just as his promising career was beginning to take off.Read more...

The first day of spring can mean different things to different people, including extra sunlight and warmer temperatures. But for me, the first day of spring means it’s time to give my apartment a deep clean to get rid of all the dust and grime that accumulated all winter (don’t judge). It’s also when I hear my…Read more...

A video is circulating on Twitter showing a racist man spouting racial slurs at a West Palm Beach police officer as he tries not to laugh. According to WSVN News, the police responded to calls of a truckload of men distributing antisemitic flyers around the area.

A new report by the Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD) and CASM Technology revealed that there has been a “surge” in the creation of accounts that post antisemitic content on Twitter since Elon Musk bought the app. The study employed machine-learning tools to find likely antisemitic tweets.

One year after the unfortunate passing of her husband Mike Mora, Kelis is opening up about how his death impacted her wellness journey.Read more...

There’s no debate, The Wire is the best TV show in history. There’s nothing you can do to convince me otherwise. Last week, the show lost another one of its beloved actors, Lance Reddick, who played Officer Cedrick Daniels in all five seasons.Read more...

The Memphis police supervisor present at the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols in January retired with all his benefits the day right before he was about to be fired from the department, according to CBS News. The then-unidentified officer was the 7th to be charged administratively in the incident.

In case you missed the memo, Michael Jordan is kind of a big deal.Read more...

The passing of actor Lance Reddick continues to send shockwaves in and outside of the entertainment industry.Read more...

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If you’ve ever tried to plan a wedding, you already know it ain’t cheap. But you may not know that there are simple ways to cut costs that won’t compromise your dream of a beautiful day. For starters, the period between June and September is typically the most expensive time of year to get married, making spring…Read more...

The 2023 Academy Awards happened on March 12 and sadly Black folks did not scoop up a few awards, but they won on the red carpet! Here’s a look back at the top Oscars red carpet fits over the years! Which one is your favorite?Read more...

Fam, we still are struggling with the death of our favorite Blue-eyed soul singer, the great Bobby Caldwell. Read this story I recently wrote about how one of his songs inspired the rapper Common’s greatest hit. Every so often, we will hear a song we swear was sung by a Black person, and not just any Black person…Read more...

There aren’t enough alarm bells in the world to ring when it comes to the state of Black maternal health in the United States. And, a report from the Centers for Disease Control confirms some of the biggest fears about Black maternal health, things aren’t getting better. They’re getting much, much worse.Read more...

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