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Somebody is Lying! Jay-Z's Sexual Assault Accuser Responds After Audio Recording Of Her
Shawn Jay-Z" Carter might've thought he'd get the last laugh when it came to his accuser, but now the woman is speaking out giving context to a very incriminating audio recording. One day after parts of the recording were shared by Carter's lawyer, Jane Doe is telling a judge that it's not exactly what it seems.Read more...
Black Folks React to Tim Walz Standing up to Trump and Musk
With concerns that the country is going up in flames, Americans are looking for strong leaders to stand up to President Donald Trump and call him out on his BS. Now, it seems folks have gotten their wish in the form of Minn. Gov. Tim Walz.Read more...
Bakari Sellers Names the Most Effective Ways for Black Americans to Organize and Make a Change
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A 19-Year-Old Army Reservist is Found Dead, Wrapped in Tarp. Now His Family Demands Answers.
When a 19-year-old Army Reserve soldier didn't return home, his family was left with a chilling gut feeling that something terrible happened. Unfortunately, their suspicions were true and now, police are on the hunt for the soldier's killer.Read more...
What Teyana Taylor Just Scored in Her Divorce Settlement From Iman Shumpert Will Blow... Your... Mind
After two years and countless stories in the press about their marriage dissolution, the ink has finally dried on Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert's divorce. And let's just say, Taylor walked away with the major win.Read more...
Diddy's Team Claims CNN Did What To The Cassie Assault Video?!
Diddy's legal representation just came out with a pretty serious claim regarding that shocking video footage of the disgraced rapper allegedly assaulting Cassie Ventura. It has now been widely reported that his team representing him in his federal case is claiming that the headline-making CNN video was edited" and...Read more...
'No Snitching' Policy Allegedly Turned Sad, Violent for Alabama Teen
Back in 2022, a teen was nearly caught up in a shooting that could've claimed his life. However, police say the shooter stalked him down to make sure he wouldn't snitch and the end result was terrifying.Read more...
Why Black Folks are Pissed at Trump, Musk Parading Teslas in Front of the White House
What was once the most sacred building in the nation now has many voicing concerns about it becoming a spectacle after President Donald Trump transformed the White House into a Tesla showroom. Standing next to the leader of the free world, Tesla CEO Elon Musk paraded five different Tesla models at the White House...Read more...
All The Celebs Who Attended Biggie's Mom's Funeral, Including Lil Kim, Christian Combs, Ma$e and More
Dozens of loved ones showed up to honor the life and legacy of Voletta Wallace, the mother of deceased rapper Christopher Wallace- also known as Notorious B.I.G. In a bittersweet moment, Wallace's service was held on Wednesday (March 12) at the same funeral home where her son's was held in 1997.Read more...
Moms of Your Favorite Rappers, Including Biggie, Kendrick Lamar, Doechii And More
The recent passing of Voletta Wallace, mother of The Notorious B.I.G., is a tragic one to hip hop culture. Wallace played a big part in keeping her late son's legacy alive., which brings us a group of women who definitely deserve their moment of recognition is the women that gave us some of our favorite rappers....Read more...
Lord, What In the World Is Going On At The White House? Another Nominee Mishap.
Donald Trump's political choices since winning the 2024 presidential election have been met with both controversy and confusion. Last November, he seemed determined to have Matt Gaetz serve as his attorney general, overseeing the Justice Department.Read more...
Michelle Obama Admits This One Annoying Habit Bugs Her About Hubby Barack
Former First Lady Michelle Obama has never shied away from keeping it real when it comes to the ins and outs of her marriage to former President Barack Obama. And that's why her latest interview spilling more details about him should come as no surprise...but what she shared just might crack you up.Read more...
Why Folks Are Afraid of The "Blood Moon" That Appears In The Sky Tonight
Are you looking for a reason to stay up a little later than usual tonight? How about a chance to catch a glimpse of a special treat in the sky as a total lunar eclipse (aka Blood Moon") will be visible in North and South America, western parts of Africa and Europe, New Zealand and a portion of Russia?Read more...
Southwest Airlines Ends This Crucial Policy and Black Folks Are Losing Their Minds
Never could we ever predict the day that Southwest would end one of its defining policies: customers can check in two bags for free. But here we are! the company announced it would be doing away with the long-term perk on March 11, according to Fox News, and it was immediately met with backlash.Read more...
This New Twist in the Wendy Williams Drama Might Explain a Whole Lot
Just when things were looking up for Wendy Williams and her quest for freedom from her guardianship, new allegations surrounding her niece Alex Finnie just might jeopardize it. But we'll let you be the judge on that.Read more...
"Black" And Other Words You Can't Say In The Trump Administration
On the campaign trail, Trump promised his supporters that he would do his best to reverse the progress made by Former President Joe Biden. He has worked hard to make good on his promise; Trump's slew of executive orders attacking diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives of federal and corporate levels is clear...Read more...
Anthony Mackie Makes This Surprise Revelation About His Experience With Eminem On the Set of '8 Mile'
It turns out that the 2002 film, 8 Mile" does not just contain some autobiographical elements of Eminem's life, it also pulls from real aspects of Anthony Mackie's life, who played one of the central antagonists.Read more...
The Sick Reason Maui Police Chief Was Named in Diddy Lawsuit with Druski, Odell Beckham Jr.
At this point, hardly anything involving Sean Diddy" Combs should come as a surprise. But a recently amended lawsuit filed by one of his many accusers just exposed nefarious activity allegedly involving a police chief.Read more...
Here's Why They Say Don't Mess With Jay-Z
Shawn Jay-Z" Carter promised the truth would come to light after he was accused of sexual assault. And now, he got his wish in the form of an explosive recording phone call that gives the lawsuit against him a lot more context.Read more...
Lip Reader On Alleged High School Baton Attack in Virginia And New Criminal Developments
What began as a viral video of a student athlete smacking a fellow runner upside the head with a baton on the track field has now developed into a pending criminal case. The alleged attacker in question is facing some serious trouble.Read more...
How Did Police Catch the Man Who Killed a Brother and Sister Three Decades After Their Deaths?
A cold case from 1990 that left a brother and sister dead has finally come to a close as the suspect was captured. Not only was he apprehended, but a Georgia jury just reached a verdict in his case.Read more...
Andrew Schulz Turns Full-Blown Comic Karen While Talking About His Viral Kendrick Lamar 'Joke'
Although Andrew Schulz does not feel any remorse for making a controversial joke about Kendrick Lamar, he does seem to be pointing the finger back at the fans for making it about race. This could only get him in more trouble with the Compton MC's fanbase on social media.Read more...
Two Black Men, Two Traffic Stops, Same White Cop, But You Can't Imagine The Rest of The Story
Everyone knows that driving while Black is a very real - and very dangerous -thing. Recently, two older Black men in Georgia claimed that this is the reason they were arrested during two separate traffic stops by the same state trooper.Read more...
Lil Yachty Made This Touchy Comment About Black Lives Matter, But Was He Wrong...?
Lil Yachty is going viral for a reason he likely did not expect. Instead of everyone talking about his music, the Atlanta rapper is getting attention for his opinion on Black Lives Matter.Read more...
The Powerful Reason Why White Folks Are Afraid of A Possible American Dystopia, But Black Folks Say 'Bring It On!'
A lot of folks believe that President Donald Trump and his administration are ushering in dystopian America of sorts - one in which only wealthy white people will be able to survive without needing to fight one another over food...which will presumably only consist of the rodents we're fortunate enough to catch.Read more...
Here’s What Happened Before Chaos Ensued at Chicago Airport
Authorities responded to reports of rapid fire" that broke out at a Chicago airport. However, according to videos and several witness statements, chaos ensued before the shots rang out.Read more...
Richest Black Man On Why Folks Shouldn't Be Scared Of Trump's Banning of DEI
In 2024, Smith was named the second richest man in the U.S. after years of holding the no. 1 spot on Forbes' Richest Black People list. You don't get to be one of the richest men in the country without learning a thing or two about hiring practices. So in light of President Donald Trump banning DEI at the federal...Read more...
Racist, Sexist, Homophobic Los Angeles Police Recordings Just Went Public...They’re Worse Than You Can Imagine
The LAPD just got exposed for a series of disgusting remarks after an individual filed a complaint to the department. From co-workers to applicants, no one was safe from racist, sexist, and homophobic remarks.Read more...
Wendy Williams' Longtime Friend Says Everyone Has It Wrong About Her. Here's the Tea
A longtime friend of Wendy Willams is speaking out on the isolating and absurd living conditions she's under in a new interview. And believe us when we tell you...she's not holding back.Read more...
13 Black Women Influencers Living The Soft Life... Unapologetically
When you think about the soft life, words like entitled and privileged may come to mind. But contrary to what you may think, the soft life doesn't always have to mean flying first class and drinking expensive champagne (although, we wouldn't turn it down if you offered). It's more about doing what you can to give...Read more...
Wow, Stephen A. Smith Isn't Done Clapping Up LeBron James Just Yet...
Leave it to sports commentator Stephen A. Smith to get the last word! We thought we heard the last of Smith's dispute with NBA star LeBron James after an altercation between the two went viral last week... but no. It seems Smith still has some things to get off his chest.Read more...
Gross! Don't Eat Before Reading What This Florida Couple Allegedly Used to Steal Beer
She wasn't suspect number two" for nothing: Two people have been arrested after allegedly using an unthinkable diversion to make off with stolen goods. According to TMZ, a Florida couple, who is now referred to as Mr. Clean" and Ms. Dookie" by authorities, has been charged with retail theft after this bizarre...Read more...
Dems Want Lauren Boebert to Pay for This 'Derogatory' Statement About Al Green Following His Trump Speech Protest
Conservative Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert has a history of offensive behavior. Her latest remarks about Texas Rep. Al Green have been widely viewed as racist-and now a House Democrat wants Boebert censured.Read more...
Dwyane Wade Opens Up About These Scary Signs That Lead to His Kidney Cancer Diagnosis
Dwyane Wade is opening up about his health and what led up to his kidney cancer diagnosis. And what he has to share just might help someone else!Read more...
The NJ School Bus Aide Who Let a Disabled Child Choke to Death from Her Harness Learns Her Fate
Two years have passed since a 6-year-old disabled Black girl was choked to death by her harness as her school bus aide scrolled on her phone sitting in front of her. Now, the aide is facing major punishment for her lack of action.Read more...
Remembering Famous Black Figures Who Died From COVID-19
Five years ago, in March 2020, COVID-19 changed the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared the disease a global pandemic, leading to several cities around the country banning large gatherings, businesses closing down and the NBA postponing the 2019-2020 season.Read more...
Surprise! Here are the Racially Charged Comments Trump's Pick For Washington U.S. Attorney Made on Social Media
Yet another one of Trump's political nominees has been discovered to have a disturbing and problematic past. Ed Martin, interim U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia and Trump's nominee to permanently hold the title, has allegedly made racist comments in numerous social media posts.Read more...
How N.C. Second Grader Saved His Friend's Life on the Playground
You might not remember much about your days in elementary school, but you probably remember that a lot goes down at recess. Students at a charter school in Raleigh, North Carolina will certainly remember the day one of their classmates performed a courageous and potentially life-saving act on one of his friends.Read more...
Wow! How Lauryn Hill Shocked Everyone During Roberta Flack’s Memorial Service
Lauryn Hill has been on quite a run of showing love to both contemporary and legendary artists. While she's known as someone who normally likes to keep to herself, she recently stepped out to honor trailblazing musical icon Roberta Flack.Read more...
Social Media Convinced Lizzo's 'Body Positivity' Movement Was a Hoax All Along, But It's More Complicated...
For years, Lizzo has used her following to promote body positivity. Even though she has been categorized as overweight, the Juice" singer still flaunted her figure over the course of her career. The more popular she became, the outfits seemingly became more revealing as well.Read more...
Oh No, He Didn't! R. Kelly Joins 'Residuals' Challenge From Prison and the Internet is Crazy Divided
Just when you thought the Residuals" singing challenge was over, R. Kelly decided to throw his hat in the ring and remind everybody why he was the former King of R&B. And his version has garnered mixed feelings from folks all over the internet.Read more...
Black People Are Protesting, But In a Different And Most Brilliant Way
As the country tries to keep up with the dizzying number of ways President Donald Trump is attacking everything from our economy to our civil rights, some who once made excuses to justify the MAGA movement (because, you know, the price of eggs), are begging Black folks to join in the fight to help make things right...Read more...
5 Things Mousy Democrats Could Learn From Stephen A. Smith
Whether you love him or hate him, you have to admit you respect his game. Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith has made a name for himself as a unapologetically hilarious personality. And to give him even more credit, he's built his career in ways we could all learn a thing or two from... especially U.S. democrats.Read more...
This 4-Year-Old Boy Called Police on Mom for Eating His Ice Cream. Here's What Happened Next
There's only one person that takes stealing more seriously than police, and it's one Wisconsin kid when it comes to his ice cream. So obviously when his mom stole his prized dessert, the boy set out to make sure she gets what she deserved.Read more...
Elon Musk's Foolishness Has Caused a Boycott of Tesla. Here Are Several Black Celebs Who Have Driven the Car
Elon Musk has painted a target on his electric car company, Tesla. Due to his close affiliation with President Donald Trump as his senior advisor, the Billionaire CEO is creating a lot of enemies.Read more...
Viral Video Shows Karen Popping Off at Black Woman During Kindergarten Graduation, What She Does is Completely Disgusting
If there is one thing Black people can count on, it's white women acting like total Karens whenever they feel slightly inconvenienced. The latest example of this happened at Meadow Woods Elementary School in Orlando, Fla. during a kindergarten graduation ceremony.Read more...
SZA Calls Out Shannon Sharpe After 'Tacky' Question to Coco Jones
SZA has officially responded to that viral moment from Shannon Sharpe's interview with Coco Jones. While interviewing the Bel-Air" actress, Sharpe referenced SZA and her public comments about her BBL, asking Jones if she knows of any other people who have regretted the procedure as well.
DDG Claims Halle Bailey Won't Let Him See His Son in New Diss Track, Sparks Harsh Internet Reactions
It's never a good sign when a former couple can't get along after they split, but it's especially disheartening to see when that couple shares a child together. And that's exactly the case when it comes to Halle Bailey, DDG and their one-year-old son Halo.Read more...
NYC Actor Convicted of a Cold-Blooded Revenge Murder
A New York City-based actor who has appeared in Law Order: SVU," Power" and Boardwalk Empire" is awaiting his fate after he was found guilty of a 2021 fatal shooting. According to Qns.com, 45-year-old Isaiah Stokes was convicted of shooting 37-year-old Tyrone Jones in St. Albans, Queens, as he waited in his car for...Read more...
From Tupac's Death To LA Wildfires, These Current Events Were Predicted by Movies, Books and Shows
They say you can't predict the future, but one look at this list is bound to change your mind. From predicting President Donald Trump's election to the death of one of Hip-Hop's most prominent figures, these scarily accurate prophecies shaped history forever.Read more...
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