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ABC's popular reality dating franchise, The Bachelor," is sticking with its usual format and choosing a former contestant to lead its next season. On Monday, after he was eliminated from season 21 of The Bachelorette," Grant Ellis was announced as the star of The Bachelor" Season 29. He is only the second Black man...Read more...

What do you do when someone you don't like continues to play your song, even after you tell them to stop multiple times? Well, if you're the estate of late singer Isaac Hayes, you sue them for millions of dollars.

In 2008, a Black man was arrested in the fatal shooting of a Brooklyn man. However, after spending 16 years in prison for the murder, a new investigation examined a crucial piece of evidence that cleared his name: a surveillance video that was never played for the court. - Kalyn WomackRead more...

While Team USA walked away as the country with the most medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics-the real winners were all the amazingly beautiful and insanely talented Black women in the track and field sport.Read more...

Another day, another Black celeb being messed with in Paris. Ayesha Curry's time at the Olympics seemingly came to an unexpectedly unpleasant ending over the weekend. According to recent reports, the wife of Stephen Curry was involved in an intense encounter with the French police over the weekend that's made its way...Read more...

In 2008, a Black man was arrested in the fatal shooting of a Brooklyn man. However, after spending 16 years in prison for the murder, a new investigation examined a crucial piece of evidence that cleared his name: a surveillance video.

Uh oh.... He's back. It looks like Elon Musk has decided to give former President Donald Trump back his account after three long years, and supporters and critics alike are all tuned in to watch for the GOP nominee's next tweet.Read more...

It's not everyday you hear an incredible story about a Black woman who low-key stalked Michael Jackson as a young teen, grew up being friends with Prince, and finessed millions from banks while out-scheming the FBI. But that's exactly what book lovers will be getting this month as Tanya Smith's memoir lands in book...Read more...

The normally calm and peaceful Andre 3000 had time for his critics today, using a new interview to respond to fellow rap artists who had a problem with his words about MCs rapping over 40.Read more...

Adding on to the long list of names former President Donald Trump has called Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump is back stirring up trouble yet again. This time, his private conversations are to blame.

There's nothing like the beautiful bond between a mother and son. And that bond was on full display over the weekend for EGOT winner Jennifer Hudson, who helped to celebrate her son David Otunga Jr.'s 15th birthday.

Get ready to return to Pride Rock. The Lion King" saga continues with an official live-action installment coming to theaters this year, Mufasa: The Lion King." The film from Oscar winner Barry Jenkins (Moonlight," If Beale Street Could Talk") gives us an origin story for the legendary king of the Pride Lands,...Read more...

While there was no shortage of laughter and jokes in the Black community after the debut of breaking in the Paris Olympics, there were just as many critics who had smoke for the competition - specifically surrounding the performance of Australian b-girl Rachael Raygun" Gunn after learning of her background.Read more...

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During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, people everywhere took advantage of low gas prices and working from home. Vera Liddell, on the other hand, saw COVID as her sign to pull off the biggest scheme in chicken wing history, and now, she's paying the price.

Lenard McKelvey is back to voicing his strong political opinions. The controversial media personality, better known as Charlamagne tha God, talked down to ABC News on Sunday (August 11) to share his thoughts on Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris.Read more...

In response to the International Olympic Committee demanding American gymnast Jordan Chiles return her bronze medal, both U.S. Olympic officials and the internet said they ain't having it.

Some of our posts include links to retailers. If you buy something from clicking on one, G/O Media may earn a commission. Because editorial staff is independent of commerce, affiliate linking does not influence our editorial content.Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown made headlines in 2023 after signing a massive five-year, $304 million contract extension. He raised more than a few eyebrows because of his massive contract - the largest in NBA history - and what he planned to do with his money.Read more...

Over the last several days, violent riots have occurred in Britain as a result of far-right, anti-immigrant rhetoric. The level of damage is the worst the country has seen in over a decade, and it includes hotels housing migrants being set on fire, stores being destroyed, mosques being attacked and streets being...Read more...

Just when you thought you were happy with your home decor, CB2 drops a stunning collection of designs from Canadian-born designer and artist Evan Jerry's Studio ANANSI.Read more...

An escrow account management company for women seeking to pay their birth surrogates has been a huge scam to fund the lavish life of a Houston entrepreneur, a lawsuit claims.

Former President Donald Trump has spewed so much dumpster fire untruths that various news outlets and organizations had to pull an analysis to track his lies over the years.

Book lovers have a lot to get excited about in August, as the month brings new titles in just about every genre. If you need a break from the news, you can sink your teeth into a dystopian novel, get lost in a creative book of poetry or flip through adorable photographs of young Black dancers. And for the word nerds...Read more...

Chris Paul is on the move once again. After signing with the San Antonio Spurs this summer to team up with French sensation Victor Wembenyama, the veteran point guard decided to unload his mansion in California after only one season with the Golden State Warriors.Read more...

Located 20 minutes from Minneapolis in Chanhassen, MN, Paisley Park was more than just a home for Prince. It was where he wrote, recorded, and even performed. The 65,000 square foot, $10 million estate which sits on nine acres of land was completed in 1988 as a place for Prince to live and work away from the chaos of ...Read more...

With so many experienced senators, congresspersons and governors to choose from, Vice President Kamala Harris was destined to make an interesting choice for her running mate, and that she chose Minnesota governor Tim Walz has delighted the internet. - Stephanie Holland Read MoreRead more...

During his first news conference, former President Donald Trump told a story on Thursday (August 8) to reporters at his Mar-a-Lago resort about a helicopter emergency landing with former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown.Read more...

Ohio Sen. JD Vance is learning the hard way that the internet is forever: It seems the senator's past comments are coming back to bite him just as Minn. Gov. Tim Walz is taking the stage as Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate.Read more...

A Frontier Airlines pilot caused a flight from Houston to Dallas to be canceled last week after he was arrested on the plane and escorted away by police. Seymour Walker was apprehended on Aug. 1 at Bush Intercontinental Airport, according to Houston authorities. - Candace McDuffie Read MoreRead more...

There should be nothing funny about the profound downfall of Sean Diddy" Combs, which started when former girlfriend Cassie Ventura sued him over claimed abuse last November and turned into a brush fire when a video leaked to CNN in May removed all doubt about those claims.Read more...

It's not a truly wild day on the internet if Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, isn't going viral for something. And that's exactly the case once again thanks (or no thanks depending on how you feel) to a newly released podcast interview between the aforementioned artist and far-right political pundit...Read more...

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Serena Williams has delivered some memorable Olympics moments during her spectacular tennis career. However, she may want to forget a recent incident at the 2024 Paris Olympics. - Stephanie Holland Read MoreRead more...

While the country of Saint Lucia is probably still celebrating Julien Alfred's victory in the women's 100 meters race at the 2024 Paris Olympics, some unexpected procedural changes before the contest have added an air of controversy to the event. - Stephanie Holland Read MoreRead more...

While the Olympics are coming to an end, Black people on social media are still finding a reason to laugh. This time, it's because of the newly introduced Breaking" competition at the Summer Games.Read more...

While the news of Cardi B gearing up to welcome her third child should be cause for celebration, a new revelation from the Press" rapper has some fans concerned.Read more...

Travis Scott was arrested for the second time this year - this time in a luxury Paris hotel in the early Friday morning hours after allegedly getting into an altercation with his own bodyguard, according to various outlets.Read more...

We follow celebrities' red carpet looks all the time. But just because award season is over doesn't mean there's a shortage of style for us to admire. We've scoured the internet for some of our favorite star street style.Read more...

Sometimes what makes a brand special is not just the product, but the story behind it. For example, when looking at Uncle Nearest, a whiskey brand, the company was created not only because CEO Fawn Weaver had a love for whiskey, but also because she was curious about the story of a slave in Lynchburg, Tenn.Read more...

It seems like Nick Cannon wants that old thang back-and by old thang" I mean his relationship with ex-wife Mariah Carey.Read more...

Miami Beach Police released body cam footage ofTravis Scott being arrested late night on Juneteenth.Read more...

This week, on the heels of the violent winds and rain of Hurricane Debby, South Florida saw one of its deadliest car crashes in years.

Self-proclaimed Super Mayor" Tiffany Henyard has been under investigation following accusations that she abused municipal funds for her own personal spending. Despite denying the allegations, a recent probe revealed Henyard's shocking spending habits.

Lifestyle influencer Brooke Schofield is learning a painful lesson about the reality of social media - the internet never forgets. Instead of posting videos of herself dancing with friends or hanging out with her cat, most of Schofield's recent content has been apology videos for resurfaced racist tweets she made in...Read more...

Brendan Depa threw his head back as a judge sentenced him to five years in a Florida state prison. Back in 2023, Depa attacked a teacher's assistant, leaving her with five broken ribs, a severe concussion and hearing loss, according to her testimony.

Yung Miami, one half of the rap duo City Girls, is finally breaking her silence and opening up about her relationship with Diddy.Read more...

Drake has captured the attention of the internet yet again with the release of more than 100GB of unreleased content from his past 15 years of making music, titling it, 100GIGSFORYOURHEADTOP."

Dr. Martin Luther King's daughter, Bernice King, always has time to remind y'all to put some respect on her father's name and legacy. So when it came to former President Donald Trump recently comparing the size of his crowd to MLK's during his speech at the March on Washington, King was quick to step to him.Read more...

The Olympics may be coming to an end, but there's still one event we can't wait to see - breaking, which is making its Olympic debut at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris beginning August 9.

Fans and critics were concerned after gold medalist Noah Lyles fell short during the 200-meter final, a race he's known to dominate. Lyles, who has been claiming to be the fastest man in the world, collected bronze in the final, and some are questioning if it has do to with COVID-19.Read more...