‘I apologize’: Texas Rep. Venton Jones addresses Black women after backlash over Chris Brown recognition
Jones acknowledged that honoring Brown alongside Jasmine Crockett during the “R&B Tour” “perpetuated’ the sidelining of Black women’s safety and…
Floyd Mayweather’s daughter Yaya ordered to pay $50 million over 2020 stabbing
Iyanna “Yaya” Mayweather was found financially responsible for damages stemming from a confrontation involving NBA YoungBoy’s former partner. Iyanna “Yaya”…
Your Guide To CBC Week 2026: Where To Network, Brunch & Party In DC
Looking for things to do during CBC Week 2026? Check out Congressional Black Caucus events, parties, brunches and networking events…
Documentary traces Sara Flores’s journey from the Amazon to the pinnacle of the art world
The artist Sara Flores in a scene from The Hummingbird Paints Fragrant Songs (2026) Courtesy Èlia Gasull Balada and Matteo…
From Mofongo to Acarajé: 8 Latin American foods shaped by African influence
For Hispanic Heritage Month, these eight dishes highlight the African influence woven into Latin American and Caribbean cuisine.Latin American cuisine…
Mojo Brookzz lands his first Netflix special with ‘I Know You Lying’
Chicago comedian Mojo Brookzz will debut his first Netflix special, “I Know You Lying,” on Oct. 6, filmed at Atlanta’s…
Kai Cenat Debuts Fashion Brand VIVET At New York Fashion Week
September 15, 2026Kai Cenat is turning streaming influence into a fashion business. Live streamer Kai Cenat is on to his…
Trump lashes out at Supreme Court after justices block his mail-voting restrictions
The Supreme Court’s 7-2 decision leaves a lower-court block on the administration’s mail-voting rules in place for the 2026 elections.…
Tanya Weddemire Gallery’s Road to The Armory Show
Tanya Weddemire Gallery is a Brooklyn-based, Black woman-owned contemporary art gallery established in 2022 and located in Industry City, Brooklyn.…
Pretty Girls Love Tennis! A Second Serving Of Fly Girlies, Honey Deuce Hotties & Sporty Stunners Who Caused A Racket At The 2026 US Open
Get your spiffy tennis 'fit together and enjoy MORE sporty stunners who slayed at this year's US OpenPretty girls love…
CBC Institute launches multimillion-dollar Black voter campaign as leaders call out Democratic Party failures
The “SO VOTE” campaign will target young, rural and low-propensity Black voters in consequential races across the country.The Congressional Black…
‘Cost of living is at the top of the ballot’: Keisha Lance Bottoms, Jon Ossoff rally Georgia voters
Bottoms pitched proposals on housing, tuition and grocery taxes as Ossoff urged voters frustrated by rising costs to stay engaged.U.S.…
Childhood Friends Leave Major Corporations To Build 8-Figure African Supply Chain Business
September 14, 2026Their experience helped them identify gaps in the chemical supply chain serving African manufacturers.Childhood friends Taiwo Ilesanmi and…
Lil Durk reflects on second chances and opportunity after murder-for-hire acquittal
Following his acquittal on federal murder-for-hire charges, Durk is emphasizing growth while highlighting the community work of his nonprofit.Fresh off…
Jayden Williams, Georgia’s youngest Black mayor, removed from office after investigation
Williams, who became Stockbridge’s youngest mayor at 22, disputed the investigation’s findings and plans to consider an appeal. Jayden Williams’…
VOICES | Master P on Closing the Black Wealth Gap: “Ownership Is Everything”
Master P sits down with 'Voices' to break down the blueprint behind building No Limit Records into a hip-hop empire.It’s…
Macklemore removed from Ed Sheeran tour over ‘Free Palestine’ comments, suggests prominent NFL owner was involved
The Grammy Award-winning rapper shared a lengthy message on Instagram regarding his removal from the tour, placing blame not on…
NYFW Street Style: Celebs Serving Looks Around The City
Get into the celebrities, stylistas and stars slaying NYFW.With bright lights, pictureqsue skylines and long city streets paved with art,…
Sen. Bernie Sanders Reintroduces 32-Hour Work Week Bill
September 15, 2026The new proposal seeks to protect workers’ pay and benefits in wake of the AI job revolution.The 40-hour…
What You On, Gang? Rep. Jasmine Crockett Takes Major Heat For Honoring Chris Brown During Texas Tour Stop
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Rep. Jasmine Crockett apparently looked at Chris Brown’s long, messy history and…
HYROX faces backlash after athlete continued competing after soiling herself during race
The fitness brand apologized as participants raised concerns about hygiene, contaminated equipment and how organizers handled the incident.International fitness competition…
National Voter Registration Day: Why Black voters are being urged to check their registration
Voter-roll removals, changing election rules and redistricting are among the barriers advocates say could affect Black voters ahead of the…
In moment of atonement, Cam Newton issues public apology to Black women: ‘Trying to rehabilitate my relationship’
The former NFL MVP admits he is still learning and reveals he’s continuing to learn the power of his voice…
Bhutanese artist Pem Lham wins Rubin Museum’s prize for Himalayan art
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Pem Lham in her studio Photo: Yeshi Zangpo, courtesy the Rubin Museum…
Caitlin Clark Snaps At Reporter & Says She’s “Always Been Friends” With Angel Reese
The WNBA sent its first string players to FIBA, and it paid off as Team USA beat Team France 97-79…
A late Chagall self-portrait and a colourful crushed car sculpture: our pick of the September auctions and sales
John Chamberlain, Smile Code (2003) Courtesy of PhillipsJohn Chamberlain’s crushed car sculptures of twisted, colourful metal helped transform post-war sculpture…
Despite a star-studded field of nominees, only one Black actor won a Primetime Emmy this year
Ernest Harden Jr.’s historic win for “The Pitt” stood alone as several of Hollywood’s biggest Black stars were passed over.The…
NeNe Leakes Reconnected With Ex-RHOA Rival Kim Zolciak Amid Son KJ Biermann’s Sex Assault Case: ‘She’s Not Ok’
NeNe Leakes and Kim Zolciak have a long, complicated history from their time on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” but…
Chris Brown shows love to Jasmine Crockett after controversial congressional recognition
The singer thanked Crockett after she moved to recognize his musical contributions in the Congressional Record.Chris Brown has publicly thanked…
Kai Cenat takes his creative vision beyond streaming with Vivet’s New York Fashion Week debut
With Vivet’s debut, Kai Cenat is making his case as a designer even as critics question his influences, prices &…
What We Need to Know: AI Fights, Harris Security Scare, and Shelton’s Near-History at the US Open
Get caught up on the key stories making headlines, including the latest AI fights, a security scare involving the Vice…
Bhutanese artist Pem Lham wins Rubin Museum's prize for Himalayan art
Pem Lham in her studio Photo: Yeshi Zangpo, courtesy the Rubin Museum of Himalayan ArtThe Bhutanese artist Pem Lham has…
5 Things To Know About XCEL Impact Awardee Everette Taylor
September 14, 2026Everette Taylor’s path to the C-suite has been anything but conventional.The path to the C-suite for Kickstarter’s Everette…
Todd Tucker says he and Kandi Burruss had an unconventional arrangement regarding threesomes for ‘most of our marriage’
The latest “Til Divorce Do Us Part” trailer mixes business plans, franchise history and secrets being revealed about Tucker’s marriage…
Brandon Johnson officially launches reelection campaign for Chicago mayor
The Chicago mayor formally launched his campaign Sunday, saying his administration has made progress but still has work to do.…
Beyoncé joins JAY-Z for star-studded premiere of his new HBO documentary series
“JAY-Z IN 8” looks back at the rapper’s life, music and creative evolution three decades after his debut album.JAY-Z, Beyoncé,…
Leading Mexican curator Cuauhtémoc Medina tapped to organise next edition of Guatemala’s Bienal de Arte Paiz
Cuauhtémoc Medina Courtesy Fundación PaizThe Bienal de Arte Paiz in Guatemala has appointed the Mexican critic, curator and historian Cuauhtémoc…
Meet Nurse Dolly, the internet’s new favorite children’s content creator
Health children’s content creator Nurse Dolly gained 50,000 new followers after she went viral following a comparison to Ms. Rachel.After…
Trump Condemns Warnings From AI Experts As A ‘Sick Conspiracy’
September 14, 2026The president is rejecting calls for tighter AI oversight as tech leaders warn that rapid development could lead…
Serve, Queen! Taylor Townsend Celebrates Career Grand Slam With US Open Doubles Win, ‘I Take Pride In Being A Black Woman Here’
Taylor Townsend and her parter Katerina Siniakova completed a career grand slam when they took home the trophy at the…
James Talarico courts Black voters as Texas Senate race enters final stretch
Talarico is emphasizing affordability, investment and listening as he works to build support among Black Texans ahead of November. James…
Paying for College
Paying for college can add stress to families as the cost of living and everyday expenses continue to rise. We’ll…
Nia Long’s Hollywood legacy gets its flowers with Walk of Fame star
The actress will receive the 2,857th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, honoring a career that includes some of…
XCEL Summit For Men – Complimentary Registration
If you’re interested in joining us, simply click below to let us know. We’d be happy to reserve two complimentary…
Papoose takes aim at Remy Ma in new diss track as divorce drama escalates
“Jezebel” arrives days after Remy publicly called on her estranged husband to finalize their divorce. Papoose has released a new…
Toe Up From The Flo Up! Must-See Tweets, Memes & Reactions To Kidnapped Zoe Saldaña Losing Her Pinky Toe & More In Latest ‘Lioness’ Episode
Social media erupts over Zoe Saldaña losing her pinky toe in 'Lioness' Season 3, Episode 6Social media is buzzing over…
Sunny Hostin says AI could bypass Hollywood gatekeeping, Black creatives are raising concerns
Sunny Hostin says she licensed her image to an AI company to combat “gatekeeping” in Hollywood and get diverse stories…
What happened when an artist put a Black woman on a pedestal in London
Last week, the celebrated American contemporary artist Tschabalala Self unveiled “The Lady in Blue” in London’s famous Trafalgar Square.In London’s…
U.S. Supreme Court blocks Trump’s USPS mail voting restrictions: ‘Big victory for voters’
The high court rejected the Trump administration’s effort to impose new USPS requirements on mail ballots just weeks before the…
Naturi Naughton Takes on AI and Sexual Assault in New Film: Spills on Marriage and Her Pete Peeve
Naturi Naughton discusses her film that explores the intersection of technology and sexual violence, as well as sharing insights into…
3 Memphis daycare workers indicted in death of 6-year-old Winter Jones
The indictments follow a state investigation that found the daycare failed to follow several required transportation safety procedures.Three employees of…
And I…Oop: ‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’ Star Martell Holt Introduces ‘Queen’ Arionne Curry After Cheating Scandal, Says He’s Waiting For Marriage To Cohabitate
'Love & Marriage: Huntsville' star Martell Holt introduced his girlfriend Arionne Curry and their child to viewers after their cheating…
MELANATED MOMENTS: In August Folks Soaked Up Late-Summer Vibes And Community
September 13, 2026The month of August was all about carpe diemThe month of August was all about carpe diem, seizing…
Ben Shelton Becomes First Black Man In US Open Finals In 54 Years After Beating Frances Tiafoe
The 23-year-old won the fight against the man he calls “big brother” in four sets, 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5, in…
‘Ruby Bridges Walk To School Day’ Returns, Inspiring A New Generation To Take Action
September 14, 2026More than 60 years after Ruby Bridges helped integrate an all-white New Orleans elementary school, students nationwide will…
Could AI kill us all? Black experts say Black America can’t wait to find out
Black AI experts say the debate shouldn’t focus solely on doomsday scenarios but also on technology’s growing impact on jobs,…
Ja Morant Leaks The Nike Ja 4 High On His IG Stories & Fans See The Vision
This debut colorway, known as Bright Crimson, might be a bold option to come fresh out of the gate with,…
Playing Sports Could Give Girls A Career Advantage
September 13, 2026The findings draw on surveys of more than 9,500 people across the United States, Canada, Germany, and the…
AI whistleblower sounded the alarm. Now tech leaders are calling for a slowdown.
A former Anthropic researcher’s public resignation has been followed by warnings from other AI researchers and executives, raising fresh questions…
Lil Durk Found Not Guilty In Murder-For-Hire Case
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Lil Durk has been fully exonerated in his high profile murder-for-hire case,…