Black Billionaire Robert F. Smith, Just Made Another $3 Billion with Sell to Adobe | Black Enterprise
In May 2016, Vista Equity purchased Marketo for $1.8 billion, reports Forbes. Within three years, Marketo’s revenue grew over $100…
The real lesson of Beto O’Rourke’s run (opinion)
The expedient answer would be to dismiss O’Rourke’s telegenic political rise as an anomaly in the firmament of this state’s…
2 top Afghan officials killed in insider attack claimed by Taliban; leading US general uninjured
Two top Afghan government security officials in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, were killed and the governor of Kandahar was wounded in…
Beto O’Rourke says he won’t run for president
Rep. Beto O’Rourke (D-TX) said he does not plan on ever running for President in order to devote more time…
Congress wants to hold Saudi Arabia accountable if Trump doesn’t
While on Thursday President Donald Trump vowed “severe” consequences if the Saudis orchestrated the disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, members…
Beto O’Rourke races the clock in Texas
The Democratic congressman challenging Sen. Ted Cruz for US Senate in Texas has shattered fundraising records. Viral videos of O’Rourke…
‘Affluenza mom’ released on bond after failing drug test
Tonya Couch, mother of infamous “affluenza teen” Ethan Couch, was released on bond Thursday pending trial on charges of money…
Beto O’Rourke says he still supports impeaching Trump
The El Paso congressman challenging Sen. Ted Cruz said that his position on impeachment hadn’t changed, even as Cruz has…
Pompeo listened to an alleged recording of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi: Turkish Source
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has heard an alleged audio recording of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi’s murder inside the…
In ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’, Melissa McCarthy Is A Fraudster You Can Root For
“Can you ever forgive me?” biographer-turned-fraudster Lee Israel asked, first as Dorothy Parker and then as herself in a tell-all…
Jada Pinkett Smith And Leah Remini Quash ‘Emotional’ Scientology Feud
Jada Pinkett Smith has been on a mission to put old feuds to bed ― be it with Gabrielle Union…
For A 20-Year ‘Big Lebowski’ Cast Reunion Photo, These Dudes Abide
Twenty years ago, a thug peed on an innocent dude’s rug ― a rug that really tied the room together…
Should you get the flu shot? What to know about the 2018-19 flu season
Health professionals are urging citizens to get their flu shot. (iStock) Following last year’s flu season — the worst in…
I’m Outraged By The Elizabeth Warren DNA Debacle, But Mostly I’m Tired of Being Outraged
So, last Monday we had to wake up to the “official” Brett Kavanaugh confirmation, designed to rub in his opponents’…
The Pros and Cons of Transitioning From Corporate Employee to Franchise Owner
The term “corporate America” often sparks negative reactions in people for various reasons. Employees often feel expendable, underpaid, and underappreciated.…
Black-Owned Legal Tech Company Raises $6 MILLION SERIES A
African American founders rejoice! Series As are being raised and founders are scaling their products. That’s right. After the news…
Sanaia Applesauce Owner Shares Small Business Tips After Appearing on ‘Shark Tank’
Applesauce is for kids, right? Wrong. Keisha Smith-Jeremie pitched Sanaia Applesauce for applesauce-loving adults on Season 10 of ABC’s Shark…
Studio Museum in Harlem’s $50,000 Wein Prize Goes to Diedrick Brackens -ARTnews
Diedrick Brackens, how to return, 2017, woven indigo-dyed cotton and acrylic yarn. COURTESY THE ARTIST AND STEVE TURNER GALLERY, LOS…
Simone Leigh Wins the 2018 Hugo Boss Prize -ARTnews
Installation view of Simone Leigh’s 2018 exhibition at Luhring Augustine in New York, which closes October 20. COURTESY LUHRING AUGUSTINE…
Tiffany Haddish says her stepfather planned for her to die in same crash that almost killed her mother
Tiffany Haddish’s road to success was a rocky one. And even though she’s now enjoying the fruits of her labor…
Rihanna, in support of Colin Kaepernick, declines Super Bowl performance: report
Rihanna reportedly turned down a Super Bowl performance opportunity in support of Colin Kaepernick. (REUTERS) Rihanna has declined to perform…
USPS offers $25K reward for pregnant, missing postal worker
A search is on to find a pregnant postal worker who mysteriously disappeared without a trace, ABC News reports. The…
David Beckham talks marriage to Victoria Beckham: ‘It’s always hard work’
David Beckham says his and Victoria Beckham’s marriage is “always hard work” in a new interview with “The Sunday Project”…
It wasn’t Kanye: Pusha T reveals who really leaked the info about Drake’s secret son
According to Pusha T, Drake may owe Kanye West an apology for jumping to conclusions. Just days after Drake made…
Rosie O’Donnell wants military to ‘get’ Trump from White House
Rosie O’Donnell, a notorious critic of President Trump, said Thursday she wants to have U.S. armed forces remove him from…
Judge throws Florida cops in jail for framing Black teen with multiple burglaries
Fotolia A judge in Florida has decided to throw a pair of cops in jail after they framed a Black…
Saving Promise Launches “Don’t Just Give A Damn” Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign
By George Kevin Jordan, Special to the AFRO L.Y. Marlow wants more than platitudes. She wants people to do more…
ESPN Reaches Multi-Year Extension With Senior National NBA Writer Baxter Holmes
ESPN today announced it has reached a multi-year extension with senior national NBA writer Baxter Holmes. The accomplished journalist will…
Senator Harris Proposes Bold Tax Breaks for the Middle Class • EBONY
U.S. Senator Kamala Harris, announced today (10/18), the LIFT (Livable Incomes for Families Today) the Middle Class Act, it’s a…
An Intimate Evening with Angela Davis
By Brianna McAdoo, Special to the AFRO In the spirit of “inspiring social change,” Washington D.C.’s very own Busboys and…
Here’s Everyone Running for Mayor in Chicago • EBONY
Considered the top mayoral race to watch this midterm, Chicago has 17 candidates seeking to take over the reigns from…
South Africa: clowns tap into the healing power of laughter
In a Johannesburg hospital in South Africa, students are using laughter to help young patients going through their healing process.…
Nick Wright: McCarthy’s ‘seat is getting warm’ after Packers Week 5 loss | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright and Cris Carter talk NFL. Nick explains why Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy needs to prove…
Eddie George on Zeke’s frustration in Dallas, Dak Prescott’s stuggles | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Eddie George joins Nick Wright and Cris Carter on First Things First. Hear what Eddie has to say about Ezekiel…
Joe – I Wanna Know
Joe’s official music video for ‘I Wanna Know’. Click to listen to Joe on Spotify: http://smarturl.it/JoeSpot?IQid=JoeIWK As featured on Joe:…
Open Letter: Brother Kanye West, let me school you about the cruel dictator you met with in Uganda
Brother Kanye West, You owe Africans, the African Diaspora and the global community an apology for meeting with Uganda’s dictator…
Bolton and Kelly get into heated shouting match sparking resignation fears
The exchange lay bare a bitter disagreement that has existed between two of President Donald Trump’s top aides for weeks…
Wall St. slides on Saudi Arabia, Italy concerns
NEW YORK (Reuters) – U.S. stocks fell more than 1 percent on Thursday as the European Commission issued a warning…
We Were Wrong About Mario’s Nipples: We’ve Seen Them Before!
On its Twitch stream last September, Nintendo was discussing a photo capture feature in the game “Super Mario: Odyssey,” when…
Christie’s Will Sell 16 Works from Herbert and Adele Klapper Collection at November Imp-Mod Sale in New York -ARTnews
Pablo Picasso’s Femme accoudée (1921), which is estimated to sell for between $10 million and $15 million. COURTESY CHRISTIE’S NEW…
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ABC’s Saturday Night Football Wisconsin at Michigan: Most-Viewed Sporting Event from Saturday, Oct. 13
ABC has Televised Four of Top Five Games of the Season Across All Networks ESPN has Aired Top Eight Most-Watched…
Expunging Cannabis Offenses | Afro
By Renee Foose, Special to the AFRO In the wave of marijuana legalization, the war on drugs is left in…
White Woman Calls Police On Black Man Watching His Son’s Soccer Game
A white woman who called the police on a black man cheering on his son at a soccer game in…
White Woman Calls 911 On Black Anti-Violence Activists At South Carolina Gas Station
The internet has just inducted Gas Station Brenda into the Hashtag Hall of Racism Fame. A white woman who identified…
Cardi B Says Her Baby ‘Broke My Vagina’
Cardi B’s account of giving birth to her baby girl left the “Jimmy Kimmel Live” audience in stitches on Wednesday.…
Big City Life: Homeless in NY (RT Documentary)
There are around 1750000 homeless people in the USA today. According to the 2013 Annual Homeless Assessment Report, nearly 64000…
This Holographic Anime Character Could Be Your Next Girlfriend (HBO)
A booming subculture of young Japanese men are obsessed with anime—to the point of craving actual intimacy. Now a company…
Venezuela crisis: Where families buy rotten meat to eat – BBC News
Millions of Venezuelans have left the country in the last two years, fleeing the oil-rich nation’s economic collapse. Shortages of…
Raw Politics: Orban v Article 7, Wyclef on copyright, Brexit Brief and more
Raw Politics: Orban v Article 7, Wyclef on copyright, Brexit Brief and more … READ MORE … source
U.K. conference tackles wildlife poaching
The fate of endangered species is the focus of a conference today in London, where participants will discuss ways to…
Russian Grand Prix With a Twist! Putin Comes to the Races in Sochi!
Subscribe to Vesti News https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa8MaD6gQscto_Nq1i49iew?sub_confirmation=1 Today, the Russian Grand Prix, the Russian … source
What happens between Turkey and Russia after ambassador’s assassination?
Former CBS News Moscow bureau chief Beth Knobel explains what may happen to the relationship between Russia and Turkey after…
Young Cambodian honoured by Forbes for fighting gender inequality
Frustrated about gender inequality in her country, 23-year-old Cambodian Catherine Harry started a series of video blogs on the issue.…
Ecrans Noir film festival comes to an end
It is the end of the 22nd edition of the Ecrans Noir Festival in Yaoundé, Cameroon. About 70 films were…
Nick and Cris preview tonight’s TNF matchup between the Eagles and Giants | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright and Cris Carter preview tonight’s Thursday Night Football match up between the Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants.…
Nick and Cris recap the Eagles 34-13 win over the Giants on TNF | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright and Cris Carter recap the Philadelphia Eagles 34-13 win over the New York Giants on Thursday Night Football.…
Black GOP Senate candidate apologizes for ‘accidentally’ showing swastika in campaign ad
Michigan GOP U.S. Senate candidate John James (left) campaigns with the help of Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) (right) at Senor…
31 Black Owned Wine Businesses | Shoppe Black
Three of my favorite drinks are water, tequila and wine. Red wine specifically. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, more specifically, in…