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There will always be comments about white folks' hygiene routines. However, this white TikTok creator fell onto the Black side of the clock app and shared her own epiphany about our obsession with cleanliness. Trust us, it's hilarious. - Kalyn Womack Read MoreRead more...

They say if you want to know the truth about someone, ask their employees. Well, actor Vin Diesel may not want anyone doing that right now after a man who says he was Diesel's driver for nearly two decades just came out with some awful allegations about how he was treated while working for the Fast and Furious" star...Read more...

A young Indiana father never returned home from his date earlier this year. Police say the woman he treated to a night out had other plans that resulted in a serious tragedy. However, there's even another twist to this incident the cops didn't see coming. - Kalyn Womack Read MoreRead more...

Although Megan Thee Stallion has a restraining order out on Tory Lanez, that's not stopping him from somehow wreaking some havoc towards her from behind bars. But now, thanks to a new update, his time of taunting her may be coming to an end.Read more...

If you listened to hip-hop in the late 1980s and early 1990s, it was all about Eric B. & Rakim. The New York-based duo was known for their unique sound, which was the perfect blend of DJ Eric B.'s crisp cuts and unique sampling skills and Rakim's smooth cadence and undeniable knack for wordplay. But a dispute that was...Read more...

Troy McLeod walks his dogs every single day in his New York City neighborhood. Despite being wheelchair-bound, McLeod and his pups have maintained a comfortable routine. But everything changed one day when their regularly scheduled walk turned life-threatening. - Phenix S Halley Read MoreRead more...

It's hard to talk about Black music without talking about Soul Train" creator Don Cornelius. The Chicago native, who got his start on local radio and television, wanted to create a program that showcased Black people in a positive light. With $400 of his own money, he developed the show, featuring young people...Read more...

We know, it's been a long week. Balancing your workload, families, mental health, gym, schedule, and friends in a whirlwind rotation surely keeps you on your toes, but every now and then a restful weekend curled up on the couch doing absolutely nothing is just what the doctor ordered. (Extra bonus points if it's...Read more...

The rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar shook the hip-hop community to its core. But after the Canadian rapper decided to take things out the booth and into the courts, many are wondering what his real motivation is.Read more...

Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan have reunited once again, and the internet can't get enough! Their newest project, Sinners," is a genre-fluid horror-thriller that blends together themes of religion, freedom, music, mysticism, and vampires- but with that unmistakable Coogler-edge.Read more...

Back in July 2024, a small family was gunned down in a senseless act of violence. As life was leaving the young mother, she didn't dial 911. Instead, she sent a critical text message that helped the police begin solving her alleged murder.Read more...

Terrence Howard is about to shake more than just his wig...he's about to shake up Hollywood as we know it. And now we know exactly how he plans to do so.Read more...

After an unattended toddler was found dead, a Louisiana mother was put behind bars. Police not only discovered the mom's whereabouts at the time of her daughter's beating, they also identified the suspects in her child's killing - which was even more shocking.Read more...

Here we go again... an unbelievable exchange between two women has gone viral. Although it remains unclear what led to the heated altercation, one thing is for certain, Karens can be found everywhere, even after Sunday brunch.Read more...

Sexyy Red celebrated her 27th birthday in style this week, with some celebrities and big names showing up to support the Get it Sexyy" rapper. One famous icon who showed up to celebrate the rapper was Justin Bieber, and the internet has plenty to say about a particular interaction between them that he shared on his...Read more...

Whether intentional or not, parents can always find a way to embarrass their kids in public. But not when your mom is world-class track star Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, a.k.a. The Pocket Rocket." The sprinter already has plenty of Olympic hardware, winning three gold medals, four silver, and one bronze as a member of...Read more...

The drama between Kenya Moore and Brit Eady is still making waves online. Following the revenge porn scandal on Season 16 of The Real Housewives of Atlanta," Bravo made the call to stop filming with Moore. Now, the Twirl Queen is back and ready to tell her story her way.Read more...

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Tensions continue to rise as the high-profile killing of a Texas teen continues to divide the nation. A final press conference was held ahead of Karmelo Anthony's trial, where he's been accused of fatally stabbing another teen. But things took an emotional turn when an unexpected guest showed up to the conference.Read more...

A 14-hour Qatar Airlines flight experienced more than just your typical turbulence. A viral video captured a young girl doing the unthinkable mid-flight while her mom was asleep, seemingly unaware of her child's actions.Read more...

Lil Wayne is airing out his feelings (once again) and speaking his peace on not performing at the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show. But what he's saying now just might've pushed his fans to the brink.Read more...

Sean Diddy" Combs is trying once again to make sure the jury for his federal sex crime trial does not see the video depicting him assaulting singer and ex-girlfriend Casandra Cassie" Ventura. This time, he's got an expert to support his claims but, will it stick?Read more...

It's not so fun when the rabbit got the gun, huh Drake? The Certified Lover Boy is still in the courts pushing for a lawsuit against UMG, the music corporation which owns over 30 percent of the greater musical market, according to Billboard. Drake is known for his pop hits and rap disses, but clearly, he's not a big...Read more...

The plot continues to thicken as folks on TikTok try to understand whether their luxury goods really come from China. As we've already reported, Chinese manufacturers claimed on TikTok that products from luxury brands such as Hermes, Chanel, and Prada are made in China, with the brand labels added in Europe, and then...Read more...

Sinners is a masterpiece. Ryan Coogler makes a movie that features vampires, but it is not just a horror movie. It is more.Read more...

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In a world where social media has become the town square and fans expect their faves to be tapped into the culture, it's become increasingly easy to spot when a celebrity misses the mark. Whether it's an eyebrow-raising take or a full-on PR disaster, some of our beloved Black stars have given us moments that made us...Read more...

Back in May 2024, the family of a 14-year-old Sacramento girl was in a panic after her sudden disappearance. Authorities confirmed the girl has been found and safe. However, preliminary investigation findings reveal disturbing information regarding her vanishing.Read more...

Whether it's going to church, eating a favorite dish or hearing some spot-on words of wisdom, if you grew up with a Black grandma, you undoubtedly have special memories that will stay with you forever. This week, one of the most famous grandmothers, Tina Knowles, gave her Instagram followers a closer look at the...Read more...

Meagan Good and her ex-husband, Devon Franklin, made headlines when they announced their split in June 2022, shocking fans who admired their highly publicized faith-based love story. Now, the Harlem" alum, 43, opened up in a candid interview on The Jason Lee Show" about the end of their nine-year marriage...with a...Read more...

Well, somebody's lying! Amid rising concerns about whether certain luxury brands are secretly manufacturing their products in China, experts and skeptics are coming out with the truth behind all the fashion mystery. And after a series of TikToks have started to flood the app, there's no better time to get to the...Read more...

A typical day at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas turned into a nightmare after gunfire sent a mass of students fleeing up and down the hallways. New police documents detail what happened moments before the event. It's even more shocking than you think...Read more...

Town halls are typically spaces for community members to respond or even air out their grievances to city officials. Yet, when Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene came into town, Atlanta residents were dealt with in a free speech infringement fashion, leading to absolute chaos.Read more...

Located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore is considered a must-see American landmark with stone carvings of Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. More than 80 years after its completion, someone is creating AI versions of hip-hop and R&B Mount...Read more...

Former President Joe Biden is catching heat from all sides after his first speech since leaving the White House had folks giving side eyes. Biden been keeping a low profile since the November election until now when he decided to dip his toe back in the spotlight. But things didn't go quite as planned.Read more...

Troy McLeod walks his dogs every single day in his New York City neighborhood. Despite being wheelchair-bound, McLeod and his pups have maintained a comfortable routine. But everything changed one day when their regularly scheduled walk turned life-threatening.Read more...

Bobby Brown is speaking out and reflecting on his life and massive career in a new interview. But it's the disparaging comments he made about Britney Spears that have him and the former pop star trending all over social media.Read more...

Latocha Scott's feud with her sister and former Xscape band member Tamika Scott is not new to their followers. In an unfiltered conversation with Real Housewives alum NeNe Leakes, the singer spilled the tea on her family drama. Scott opened up about the emotional turmoil stemming from the unresolved issues with her...Read more...

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There will always be comments about white folks' hygiene routines. However, this white TikTok creator fell onto the Black side of the clock app and shared her own epiphany about our obsession with cleanliness. Trust us, it's hilarious.Read more...

Tracee Ellis Ross is opening up and getting candid about her relationship status. What she said will no doubt be relatable to a handful of other women out there.Read more...

After over 30 years of marriage, eight years in the White House and two successful adult daughters, it would seem that former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama's relationship is pretty solid - despite some unfounded rumors that would suggest otherwise. But at the start of their relationship,...Read more...

Another point for team Angel Reese! The WNBA star has been putting in work nonstop since being drafted last year. Now, her efforts are starting to show, and to celebrate, Reese is making big moves.Read more...

After the all-female Blue Origin spaceflight came back from launching beyond the sound barrier, a lot of people have been accusing the expedition of being a farce. A lot of people have even challenged the expedition asking, Did they even go to space for just 11 minutes?"Read more...

Bishop Marvin Sapp has been in the press for all the wrong reasons as a video of him asking ushers to close the doors of the church as he tried to solicit an offering from attendees at the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World Conference in Baltimore last July went viral. Sapp maintains the whole thing was just a...Read more...

It has been two months since Kendrick Lamar delivered one of the most iconic and shadiest Super Bowl performances, which had folks talking for weeks and crowned him the winner of his rap beef with Drake. Serena Williams took part, and her crip walk during Not Like Us" went viral. Everybody and I mean everybody...Read more...

As fashion lovers gear up for the Met Gala, Vogue just gave Black folks an extra special pre-show treat. The magazine's May issue has been dubbed the The Met Issue," in honor of one of the year's most highly-anticipated events.Read more...

When Lewis Hamilton isn't taking over racetracks at F1, he's putting together a stylish fit and standing out among the crowd; his style and swag will soon be on full display in two weeks when he co-chairs the 2025 Met Gala. But as he prepares to take over the famous steps, he's reflecting on how he broke into the...Read more...

A young Indiana father never returned home from his date earlier this year. Police say the woman he treated to a night out had other plans that resulted in a serious tragedy. However, there's even another twist to this incident the cops didn't see coming.Read more...

Gayle King has caught several days of social media hell for boarding Blue Origin's spaceflight on Monday (April 14) - and, frankly, we understand why. Since the return of the 11-minute space flight, King has been criticized by fans, celebrities and even so-called friends who have shared their thoughts about her...Read more...