Alicia Keys And Swizz Beatz’s 15-Year-Old Son Makes 7-Figure Investment In Sports Drink Using Kendrick Lamar Royalties
July 3, 2026Egypt Dean is showing that he has drive, tenacity, and hustle like his parents At just 15 years…
Alicia Brown, wife of Big Tigger, responds to Francesca Amiker’s defamation lawsuit against her
Alicia Brown has responded after Big Tigger’s radio co-host Francesca Amiker filed a federal defamation lawsuit accusing her of falsely…
Jay-Z, Teyana Taylor, Cardi B, and hundreds of A-listers descend on the Hamptons for Michael Rubin’s 2026 White Party
Michael Rubin’s White Party returned Wednesday night after a one-year hiatus, with Alicia Keys, Snoop Dogg, Cardi B, and Lil…
Africa Sets FIFA World Cup Record With 9 Teams Reaching Knockout Stage
July 1, 2026Morocco, Algeria, Cape Verde, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Senegal, and South Africa secured…
Howard Alum Chequan Lewis Named CEO Of Crunch Fitness
July 2, 2026Lewis, a 2005 Howard University graduate, earned bachelor’s degrees in political science and economics before receiving his law…
Thomas Jefferson’s Black descendant reflects ahead of America’s 250th birthday: ‘I wish he had done more to free enslaved people’
Shannon LaNier carries two legacies into America’s 250th birthday weekend. He is the sixth great-grandson of Thomas Jefferson, the former…
Chris Brown Ordered To Pay Housekeeper $13 Million Over Dog Attack
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Chris Brown was ordered by a judge to pay $13 million to…
‘They Fight’ Is a Knockout Story of Redemption and Hope
Witness the inspiring journey of resilience and self-discovery at the heart of the knockout story 'They Fight'.In They Fight, the…
Johnny White, 70, hospitalized after neighbor’s alleged assault in Newark, New York
An elderly Black man suffered a broken eye socket and facial fractures after an alleged attack by his neighbor in…
Beats 4 Da Streets: 20 Classic Collabs By The Supafriends Clique
As Missy Elliott prepares a tribute to the late Aaliyah, we look back at the music they made together as…
Lori Harvey Joins Kevin Hart’s Gran Coramino As Chief Creative Advisor
July 2, 2026Harvey will serve as Gran Coramino’s chief creative advisor, leading the company’s new “Coramino Woman” initiativeGran Coramino Tequila…
Chlöe Bailey shares how she discovered a cheating ex and why she kept quiet at first
The singer laughed at her own reaction while reflecting on a past relationship and the lessons she learned about love…
7 Things Black People Can Celebrate This Fourth Of July
July 3, 2026There are plenty of reasons to embrace the holiday on your own termFor many Black Americans, the Fourth…
New autopsy raises questions in Mississippi police shooting that killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley
The family of Kohen Wiley says a preliminary autopsy contradicts police claims about his killing.A Mississippi family is demanding answers…
Humans, hybrid creatures and ancient mythology: artist Koen Vanmechelen on the inspirations behind his Venice exhibition
Koen Vanmechelen with his sculptures © Koen Vanmechelen, photo: Kris Vervaeke, 2026Koen Vanmechelen’s art dissolves boundaries between disciplines, cultures and…
Starbucks Will Pay Baristas To Create TikTok Content
July 3, 2026The coffee giant is partnering with TikTok for the launch of an employee creator network that encourages workers…
Serena Williams Shares Thoughts On Her Wimbledon 2026 Appearance
Serena Williams, 44, made her return to singles tennis at this year's Wimbledon, losing in three sets to Maya Joint,…
Comment | Why should artists stay in cities like London and New York when financial pressures are making it harder than ever?
A mural at MoMA PS1 in Queens, New York, highlights the vital yet under-appreciated role of artists in the city…
Lonzo Ball disputes LaVar Ball’s account of parents’ split, says mother was ‘damn near forced to leave’
The NBA guard said his mother’s departure was not voluntary, calling his father’s public account “not how it went down.”Lonzo…
Chris Brown ordered to pay $13 million to housekeeper injured in 2020 dog attack
A California jury found the singer liable for negligence after his former housekeeper suffered life-changing injuries in a 2020 dog…
TIAA CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett Maxed Out Her 401(K) On A $26,000 Salary And Built Generational Wealth
July 2, 2026The Fortune 500 CEO is urging Gen Z to prioritize retirement savings from their very first paycheck even…
Sybil Wilkes Covers Today’s What We Need to Know: Supreme Court Rulings, Justice for Atatiana Jefferson, Rising Costs, and a Chicago Hero
Sybil Wilkes brings us up to speed on today's must-know news, from the Senate's Iran decision to a World Cup…
At New York’s Swiss Institute, SoiL Thornton ponders the role an art institution can play in the face of a housing crisis
Part of SoiL Thornton’s evict relief (2026), which chronicles the artist’s costly and complex struggle to avoid eviction from their…
National’s pitcher Cade Cavalli apologizes for ‘sit down, boy’ remark made to Willson Contreras
The Nationals pitcher said there was “no ill intention” behind the comment but acknowledged he has learned why the phrase…
Remembering Desmond Morris, the Surrealist painter and zoologist who explored the artistic abilities of apes
Desmond Morris with his international bestseller The Naked Ape (1967), the achievement he is best known for Photo: Eric Koch/Anefo/Nationaal…
Meet Yinka Ogunbiyi, the woman behind the world’s first hair braiding robot
HaloBraid aims to cut braid appointments in half, ease the physical toll on stylists, and give Black women back their…
Lil Wayne Says A Verzuz Would Have To Be Against Himself, “I Got Too Much Material”
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.It’s safe to say fans shouldn’t expect to see Lil Wayne on…
Massachusetts city sets curfew ahead of Cape Verde World Cup match
Brockton, a suburb of Boston, has one of the largest Cape Verdean communities in the country. A Massachusetts city with…
‘Excited and disappointed’: Jaylen Brown speaks out after trade to 76ers
After ten seasons with the Boston Celtics, news broke that Brown was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday.Jaylen Brown…
Every Supreme Court Ruling That Impacted Black Americans This Week
A pivotal week for the Supreme Court, with rulings that significantly affected Black Americans from June 29 – July 1.For…
UK charity Hospital Rooms to distribute artist posters to more than 1,000 mental health facilities for tenth anniversary
Lonnie Holley, Sunflowers Court, Goodmayes Hospital, North East London NHS Foundation TrustPhoto © Hospital Rooms (Studio Damian Griffiths)Artists such as…
Free Things To Do In New Orleans During ESSENCE Weekend
Visiting New Orleans for ESSENCE Festival? Discover free attractions, live music, historic landmarks, parks and can't-miss experiences throughout the city.While…
The 2026 BET Awards posts highest ratings since 2019
The awards reported a 50% year-over-year growth in television impressions, as well as an increase in engagement rates across digital…
Reconstruction Of George Floyd Square Sparks Backlash From Black Business Owners And Residents
July 1, 2026Local business owners say construction is hurting access, threatening livelihoods, and disrupting a neighborhood still healing after George…
New York City’s 2027 budget includes record $323m for culture
Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, and Julie Menin, the speaker of the city council, shake hands while…
Ask Your Fairygodmentor® About The Return-To-Office Push
June 30, 2026What happens when your real life no longer fits?My company just announced that we’re expected to be back…
León Ferrari exhibition cancelled in Chile amid cuts to culture budget
The Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Santiago, Chile Photo: Iswzo, via Wikimedia CommonsThe Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes (MNBA) in…
Women Taking GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs May Be More Likely To Get Hired: Study
July 2, 2026Being skinny can still equate to greater career success due to employer weight bias in hiring.Rather than an…
Man killed at Florida Walmart after parking dispute as woman claims self-defense
The woman involved remained at the scene and claimed she acted in self-defense. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating.A man…
Trump made over $1 billion last year, mostly from crypto, new financial disclosure shows
The White House has maintained that Trump has no conflicts of interest and plays no role in the family business.President…
Confederate Flag Controversy Overshadows Trump’s ‘Great American State Fair’
June 30, 2026Attendance has also become a point of debate as photos of the National Mall showing large open areas…
National Museum Cardiff may temporarily close for renovation work, officials say
Options are being explored to allow for work that would “preserve the building and to enhance the experience for… visitors”,…
Melanated Moments: June 2026
July 1, 2026Moments like these highlight Black joy and community. Black folks had a time this June. They showed up,…
Naomi Osaka’s ‘Kill Bill’ Inspired Wimbledon Kimono Is Her Best Grand Slam Look Yet
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Naomi Osaka has officially entered her fashion icon era, and Wimbledon may…
‘Spend Dat’ Discourse: India.Arie Denies Calling For Boycott Of Yung Miami’s Scammer Shoutout Single, Fans Wonder Whether Keri Hilson Chimed In
India.Arie isn't a fan of Yung Miami's popular single 'Spend Dat' and she made it known this week on social…
Jamaican Minister Of Culture Headed To The UK To Petition Reparations To King Charles III
July 2, 2026According to Jamaican officials, the petition asks the monarch questions regarding whether Britain has a legal obligation to…
Ginuwine is officially off the market after proposing to Jannette Escartin
The 55-year-old R&B star reportedly popped the question in Washington, D.C., after years of quietly dating.Ginuwine is off the market.…
Nicholas Cullinan portrait goes up at his former employer, London's National Portrait Gallery
Elizabeth Peyton, Nick at home (London) (2025) Photo: David Parry; Courtesy National Portrait GalleryThe British Museum director and art world…
Savannah James and April McDaniel launch Signed to grow their women-focused brands
The new holding company will unite Crown+Conquer, Let It Break and the “Everybody’s Crazy” podcast while laying the foundation for…
‘A lot happened’: Serayah gets real on Jacob Latimore split and why clairty is key in relationships
The couple dated for three years before splitting in 2023, but Serayah says they had a strong friendship before things…
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Announces Permanent Closure Of A Rikers Island Facility
In his announcement, Mamdani referenced the prison's dark history, describing the closure as a "milestone" that "brings us closer to…
Retired veteran killed at Florida Walmart after parking dispute as woman claims self-defense
The woman involved remained at the scene and claimed she acted in self-defense. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating.A retired…
Brookings: Closing The Black Business Ownership Gap Could Create 6.3M Jobs And $824B in Revenue
July 2, 2026A new reports shows Black-owned employer businesses continue to grow, but still remain significantly underrepresented. Black-owned employer businesses…
Danny Glover Reveals Alzheimer’s Diagnosis At 79
Renowned actor Danny Glover, a pillar in Black Hollywood, has opened up about battling Alzheimer's Disease since being diagnosed in…
Family accepts GBI’s conclusion in deaths of Georgia twins Qaadir and Naazir Lewis
More than a year after the brothers were found dead on Bell Mountain, relatives say independent reviews supported the state’s…
Virginia Beach mom turned rental car into a home while fighting to keep her autistic son safe
After losing her ride-share income, Aaliyah McCurdy found support through a local moms group as she works to rebuild her…
'I Have Two Angels' — Cori Broadus Mourns Death Of Beloved Dog Zayney Just 6 Months After Losing Baby Daughter Codi
Cori Broadus mourns the loss of her beloved dog Zayney, just six months after the heartbreaking death of her daughter…
After four season run, ‘Godfather of Harlem’ to end with two-hour series finale
The Forest Whitaker-led series about the rise and fall of Bumpy Johnson was MGM+’s flagship show.The end has come for…
Khadijah Farrakhan, Nation Of Islam’s First Lady, Dies At 90
June 30, 2026Farrakhan, the wife of Minister Louis Farrakhan for more than 72 years, remained an influential figure within the…
GOP Rep Wants To Throw A ‘Bedsheet’ Over The Statue Of Liberty Following SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Ruling
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Rep. Troy Nehls of Texas told a reporter in response to the…