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Updated 2026-02-13 07:00
Whoopi Goldberg’s Comments On “The View” About Iran Sparked Online Outrage
A heated on-air exchange turned into an online debate comparing the Iranian regime to the Black American experience.Read more...
What’s 2025’s Black Song of The Summer? The Answer Will Surprise You
The time between Memorial Day and Labor Day is all about hot days at the beach, warm nights out with friends, and cookouts, of course. But you can't have all that fun in the sun without a dope playlist, including one song that sums up everything that's great about the season -the Song of the...Read more...
Why Black Folks Who Did Not Know Juneteenth Was A Thing Until Biden Said So …Need Their Black Card Revoked
There is no excuse. Either they were not raised right or they were not paying attention.Read more...
Unassuming “Mama Duke”Shocked The World On The America’s Got Talent Stage
America's Got Talent might have just stumbled across its star of the season.Read more...
Remember Christian Keyes? Former Tyler Perry Accuser’s Video Resurfaces Following New Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Keyes, who was in Perry's 2005 film 'Diary of a Mad Black Woman,' became a trending topic once again this week.Read more...
Will Smith Makes This Wildly Surprising, Candid Admission About His Parenting
The "Bad Boy" actor learned the hard way how to move with his three now-grown children.Read more...
The Black Movies of 2025 Everyone Should Add to Their Must-Watch List
Whether you're into vampire horror films or jam-packed action films, our fave Black stars have been bringing the cinematic heat all year. Let's take a look!Read more...
Must-Read Juneteenth Books for the Entire Family
Colorful children's picture books, gripping historical fiction and more are on our must-read list this JuneteenthRead more...
Viewers Watched Social Media Influencer’s Chilling Last Moments on Live— Then Came the Unthinkable
People suspect Duchess Dior was killed by her husband after they argued during a Facebook live stream.Read more...
Meet the Masterminds Behind the Beats: Celebrating Black Music Producers by Region
Sure, you know the voices behind music's biggest hits, but how well do you know the beat makers who championed their sound?Read more...
14 Self-Care to Protect Your Peace During the Scariest News Cycle Ever
The chaos from outside doesn't have to consume your home.Read more...
This Is How Gary Coleman’s Ex-Wife Will <i>Finally</i> Answer Suspicions She Was Involved in His Death, Once and for All
After Gary Coleman suffered a brain bleed in 2010, his then-ex-wife Shannon Price removed him from life support two days later.Read more...
California Black Man Sues In-N-Out For <i>Big</i> Money For Allegedly Firing Him Over This Quirky Hairstyle
Elijah Obeng, 21, claims he suffered from discriminatory treatment and severe emotional distress.Read more...
Black Big Box CEO Admits These Types of Jobs Are Safe From an AI Takeover
Speaking at a Business Roundtable event in Washington, D.C., Marvin Ellison suggests the next generation of works pursue careers that will always need humans.Read more...
The Weird Connection Between Rapper Lil Baby and This Atlanta Mother’s Shooting Death
A second suspect arrested in the shooting of Ne'Jha Cox may be connected to a viral case.Read more...
Pusha T Came for Travis Scott in Scathing Diss, and Here’s EXACTLY Why He Did It
The two rappers seemingly didn't have an issue, but their rift actually goes back a couple years!Read more...
This Little Black Girl May Never Dance Again After This Terrifying Trip Home from School
11-year-old Willow James was a basketball champion, cheer captain, and track star before a horrific May 28 incident.Read more...
The Shade Queen: Mariah Carey’s 12 Shadiest Moments Over the Years
All of Mariah Carey's shadiest moments from "I Don't Know Her" to her epic feuds with Nicki Minaj and Eminem.Read more...
5 Key Things to Know About Trump’s Rival: Gavin Newsom
California Governor Gavin Newsom is clashing with President Donald Trump over the deployment of military forces in Los Angeles. The potential Democratic presidential candidate in 2028, has increasingly positioned himself as a leading voice of the resistance against Trump. In response to Trump's order to deploy the National Guard and Marines in an effort to...Read more...
Kirk Franklin Claps Back at Internet Critics After Outfit Controversy
In an interview with Angie Martinez, the gospel musician responds to critics who dragged him for his choice of attire during a 2024 performance in Jamaica.Read more...
The Shocking Details Behind The Relationship Between a Detroit Doctor and His Alleged Killer
The late Dr. Devon Hoover may have been involved in a scandal preceding his death.Read more...
Reaction to Tyler Perry Being Sued For Sexual Harassment
Derek Dixon claims that Perry promised him career advancement, but instead he was a victim to unwanted sexual advances.Read more...
Marquise Jackson Drags 50 Cent on Father’s Day — 50 Seemingly Shoots Back “Power” Style
Let's just say 50 was not happy with his comedic gesture...Read more...
Texas Mother’s Reasoning for Allegedly Boiling Her Baby Will Make You Cry
Jatoria Renae Cleamons is at large for a heinous crime against her own infant boy.Read more...
Black Internet Drags Amanda Seales For What She Said About Barack Obama
The always outspoken actress is getting an earful from Black social media after questioning President Barack Obama's legacyRead more...
After Dissing Black Americans For Years, African Immigrants Want Us To Care As Trump Tries to Deport Them. A Professor Explains What We should Do
There historically have been tension between Black Americans and African immigrants. Can we put that to the side to stand together against a man who is targeting both communities?Read more...
Inside Lizzo’s $14 Million Beverly Hills Mansion, Now Up for Sale!
The 'Rumors' singer has held onto the property for the last few years, but now it looks like she's finally ready to let it go! Let's take a look!Read more...
This Alabama City’s First-Ever Black Councilwoman Receives Letter Calling Her N-Word, and That’s Not All
To be expected, the act sparked outrage from civil rights activists, Black residents and even the Huntsville City mayor.Read more...
New Development for White Michigan Karen Who Lied and Said Two Black Men Assaulted Her
Madison Mackenzie Wright's alleged assailants... weren't real?Read more...
How Tisha Campbell Saved Gabrielle Union’s Life
The "Bring it On" actress revealed a life-changing moment between her and Campbell back in the day.Read more...
Why ‘Trump Mobile’ Might Just Be the President’s Newest Shady Business Scheme
From Trump Bibles and sneakers to Immigration cards and now a mobile phone, the president sure does know how to market himself.Read more...
Arkansas Deputy Gets His Karma After Racist Video Spreads Online
A Yell County resident said, "As a brown guy, it's pretty scary. I just want to see the department do better."Read more...
Huge Development In R. Kelly’s Legal Case
Is someone out to assassinate the R&B singer? His attorneys suspect so.Read more...
After Customer Got Caught In A Hilarious Braid Shop Brawl, She Recorded The Whole Thing
A lady went to get her hair hair braided, but instead found herself caught in the middle of braid shop drama.Read more...
Heartfelt Twist for “The Wire’s” Tray Chaney After Son’s Tornado Scare
Tray Chaney got arguably the best Father's Day present this year.Read more...
Meghan Markle Breaks Her Silence On Her Viral Twerk Video
Meghan Markle Finally Talks About Her Funny Baby Mama DanceRead more...
Paris Jackson Blasts Haters for Criticizing Tour on Michael Jackson’s Death Anniversary
Paris has never shied away from defending herself when it comes to anything related to her King of Pop father. And it doesn't look like things have changed!Read more...
In Minnesota Assassination Attempt, Wife’s Split-Second Decision is a Testament to a Mother’s Love
Sen. John Hoffman's wife, Yvette, was shot eight times in her home on Saturday. He was wounded nine times.Read more...
KWN, ‘The Female Version of Chris Brown’ Got Black Men Worried And For Good Reason
One TikTok commenter said "News flash! Y'all BEEN in trouble."Read more...
Jeezy Reveals This Surprising Update After Messy Divorce From Jeannie Mai
The ink on the divorce between Jeezy and for 'The Real' cohost Mai dried back in June 2024 after a tumultuous back and forth.Read more...
Handsome Black Doorman Gets Discovered at NYC Restaurant
A video of a random encounter with a woman on the street has propelled this handsome doorman to superstardomRead more...
Why Ananda Lewis’ Death is a Cautionary Tale For Black Women Fighting Breast Cancer
The beloved television personality and host of BET's Teen Summit wanted other women to learn from her mistakes.Read more...
Carrie Underwood’s Shady Reaction to Jamal Roberts’ ‘American Idol’ Win, Explained
Jamal Roberts, the second Black man to win "American Idol" in over 20 years, is finally breaking his silence over his feat and the reaction it garnered from judge Carrie Underwood. And trust us when we say his response was nothing but classy. As we previously told you, throughout the season, Underwood's critiques of Roberts...Read more...
Oklahoma Black Man Hit By Patrol Car During Jaywalking Arrest, and That’s Not Even the Most Infuriating Part
Who knew jaywalking would lead to a legal debacle like this?Read more...
Chicago Black Man’s Face is Forever Changed After Being Tased By Police, But That’s Not the Worst Part…
The Chicago man says he suffered permanent eye damage as a result of the incident.Read more...
Why Gavin Newsom Might Be the White Dude Who Can Stand Up to Trump
Is Newsom the man we have been waiting (praying) for to come for Trump's crown?Read more...
Doja Cat’s Strange Interaction With Fan Leaves the Internet Divided
The "Say So" singer's odd interaction with a fan has the internet talking.Read more...
Judge Mathis Has Some Interesting Words About Diddy Trial
Mathis, the famous TV judge, is giving his legal two cents about the Bad Boy mogul and he's not mincing words.Read more...
These Black Democrats Were Allegedly Next on the Minnesota Gunman’s Hitlist
Vance Boelter allegedly didn't plan on stopping at Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband.Read more...
Why the Black Internet Believes Grammys Just Threw Shade at Beyoncé
Just a few months after Beyonce made history with her country record, the Grammys just made a major change to their country category. Coincidence...? The internet certainly doesn't think so. To be clear, this sudden change is the only new category added by the Recording Academy for the 68th Annual GrammyAwardsin 2026. The current country...Read more...
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