Google scraps its diversity hiring goals as it complies with Trump’s new government contractor rules
The move was in response to President Trump’s executive order aimed at pressuring government contractors to scrap their DEI initiatives.Google…
Mahershala Ali & Scarlett Johansson Go Dino DNA Hunting In First Trailer For ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’
Copyright © 2025 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Source: Universal Pictures / Jurassic World RebirthWe have yet to see Mahershala…
From the archive | Bringer of hope and fine architecture, an interview with the Aga Khan
Prince Karim, Aga Khan IV, has died Photo: Olivier Douliery/ABACAThe Aga Khan, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili Muslims, died…
What Works For Her! Sheryl Lee Ralph Creates Dialogue On Long-Distance Marriage
Source: Kevin Winter / Getty Although a diva in the world of entertainment for decades, actress Sheryl Lee Ralph has…
Collector Jaiveer Johal on staging a 'milestone moment' in queer Indian art
Jaiveer Johal Courtesy of Jaiveer Johal“The next decade of Indian art will be defined by a decentring, away from New…
Trump White House and Democrats clash over Musk’s new power amid DOGE protests: ‘We are going to be on your a–es!’
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt accused Democratic members of Congress of inciting “violence” as lawmakers say the Trump administration…
Jay-Z Drops Complaint Against Lawyer in Assault Case
Source: Kevin Mazur / GettyJay-Z has dropped a legal complaint against a lawyer who represents a woman saying he assaulted…
New book explores the art of three artists whose work is beset by demons
“Bosch’s art gave form to every viewer’s imagined enemy in every here and now”: Hieronymus Bosch’s The Garden of Earthly…
Super Bowl 41 (2007)
Super Bowl 41 was the first Super Bowl contest pitting teams led by two African American coaches, Tony Dungy, of…
Trayvon Martin Would Have Been 30 Years Old Today [Editorial]
Copyright © 2025 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Trayvon Martin would be 30 years old today if not for the…
Exposiciones para ver en la Ciudad de México durante la Zona Maco
La obra de Adam Nankervis y David Medalla en conversación con el cosmos (2017), título de la actual exposición en…
The family of the Black man whose neighbor accused him of following her explains why they went public with the security footage
In late November 2024, DaMichael Jenkins became the victim of racial profiling at his Ohio home in an incident that…
Whoopi Goldberg tells FOX News pundit upset with Beyoncé’s Country Album Grammy win: ‘Sit down’
“The View” co-host decided to get some things off of her chest when it comes to those upset about Beyoncé’s…
T.I. & Tiny Harris’ OMG Girlz $53M Punitive Damages Payout Reinstated
Copyright © 2025 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Source: Aaron J. Thornton / GettyA judge has ruled to reinstate the…
Michelle Williams on fearing her 2018 mental health break would end her Broadway career
Michelle Williams is currently starring in the role of Viola van Horn in the Broadway musical, “Death Becomes Her.”After six…
A historic Black church just won the rights to the ‘Proud Boys’ name
Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church can now seize any proceeds the far-right group makes using the name.Just five days into…
Irv Gotti, Murder Inc. Co-Founder, Dead At 54
Copyright © 2025 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Source: Variety / GettyAccording to The Hollywood Reporter, Irv Gotti, legendary co-founder…
FBI agents sue over Justice Dept. effort to ID employees involved in Trump-related investigations
The class-action complaint seeks an immediate halt to DOJ’s plans to compile a list of investigators who participated in the…
‘They failed me’: Former LSU football player sues school and hospital over mishandled brain tumor diagnosis
The former college football player urges other student-athletes to take matters into their own hands to ensure their safety. His…
US Postal Service Stops Parcel from China and Hong Kong
Source: Joe Raedle / Getty According to CNN, The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced the suspension of all…
Collector removes Boccioni sculpture from major Futurism exhibition citing misleading texts and safety concerns
Unique Forms of Continuity in Space (1913), by Umberto BoccioniMuseum of Modern Art, New YorkThe high-profile Italian collector Roberto Bilotti…
Super Bowl week: Stars and athletes bring buzz into New Orleans before big game in the Big Easy
Flavor Flav, Shaquille O’Neal, Cardi B, Shaboozey, Muni Long, and more Black A-listers are gearing up to head to the…
On National Girls & Women in Sports Day, Trump moves to ban trans athletes
President Trump’s latest executive order targets trans women in sports on National Girls & Women in Sports Day.While marking the…
Marvel’s First Family Vows To Face A Giant-Sized Threat Together In First Trailer For ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’
Source: Marvel Studios / The Fantastic Four: First StepsFinally, we got our first look at Marvel’s first family in their…
Mexico City's Zona Maco fair offers something for everyone
Mexico City’s Zona Maco (pictured in 2023) is welcoming a wide range of galleries from close to 30 countries Courtesy…
Waffle House is passing along the sky high cost of eggs to diners with a 50 cent surcharge
Bird flu is forcing farmers to slaughter millions of chickens a month, causing U.S. egg prices to more than double.…
Debbie Allen has always broken barriers—now, she’s taking on diabetes bias
Debbie Allen has never let bias stop her, whether in Hollywood or healthcare. Now, she’s using her voice to fight…
Andre 3000, Dapper Dan Named 2025 Met Gala Host Committee Members
The 2025 Met Gala is going to be very Black, as is any truly fashion-forward moment. The members of the…
New Information Could End Ruling Requiring Daily Payment for Housing Inmates in Jackson, Mississippi
February 5, 2025Nobody seems to like this plan. New developments could influence Hinds County’s plans to charge Jackson the capital…
‘Ethnic cleansing’: Trump’s proposal to takeover Gaza sparks bipartisan outrage, call for impeachment
President Donald Trump’s shocking plan for Palestinians and the Gaza Strip has resulted in pushback, including Rep. Al Green vowing…
Trump wants US to take ownership of Gaza and redevelop it after Palestinians are resettled elsewhere
The comments came after Trump earlier suggested that displaced Palestinians in Gaza be “permanently” resettled outside the war-torn territory.President Donald…
2025 Met Gala to Celebrate Black Menswear with New A-List Hosts
Copyright © 2025 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Steppers to the front, please!The 2025 Met Gala is making history this…
India Art Fair’s resident artists scale up with new installations
Bihar-based artist-in-resident Umesh S. carves a poetic verse onto panels of waste wood Courtesy of the artistThe sight of a…
Judge Awards Proud Boys Trademark To Black Church It Vandalized
February 5, 2025The judge’s ruling means the Proud Boys, including the people associated with it nationwide, can no longer use…
‘Sweet July’ Is The 2nd Business Ayesha Curry Shut Down Since 2025 Began
February 5, 2025The boutique store has been around to serve the Oakland community since 2021.Ayesha Curry is closing one chapter…
The 2025 Met Gala is a tailored celebration of Black men’s fashion and individuality
After a historic announcement of all-Black male co-chairs, the Met Gala revealed the 2025 dress code as “Tailored for You.”Black…
Neo-Nazi group leader convicted of plotting Maryland power grid attack
The founder of a neo-Nazi group was convicted Monday of planning an attack to create chaos in the majority-Black city.The…
Marcus Jordan Arrested On Several Charges After Allegedly Fleeing Police In Florida
February 4, 2025The son of Michael Jordan was charged with cocaine possession, resisting arrest, and DUI property damage or personal…
Natasha Rothwell ‘shocked and heartbroken’ over ‘How To Die Alone’ cancellation — but she’s not giving up
Hulu pulled the plug on “How to Die Alone” after one season — but Natasha Rothwell is determined to find…
Remains of all 67 victims of the deadly plane and chopper collision near DC have been recovered
The chief medical examiner is still trying to positively identify one set of remains, officials said in a news release.The…
Are Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan Broken Up? X Reacts
Source: Amanda Edwards / GettyIn January 2023, Scottie Pippen‘s ex-wife, Larsa Pippen, and Michael Jordan‘s son, Marcus Jordan, broke the…
Former owners of insolvent Galerie Thomas in Munich are under fraud investigation
Raimund Thomas has managed the Munich gallery together with his daughter Silke Thomas since 1996 © Photo by Joe Schildhorn/Patrick…
Gig Workers May Be Unprepared For 2025 Tax Season
February 5, 2025Prepare yourself!A new survey found that gig workers, or freelancers, aren’t prepared for the lower threshold for 1099-K…
Rubio says El Salvador offers to accept deportees from US of any nationality, including Americans
Rubio was visiting El Salvador to press a friendly government to do more to meet President Donald Trump’s demands for…
Target’s DEI drama just got messier — and now investors want their money back
A new lawsuit claims Target misled shareholders about the financial risks of its diversity and inclusion initiatives, and now billions…
Beyoncé Won The Grammy For ‘Best Country Album’ And White Country Music Fans Are, Well…Displeased
Copyright © 2025 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Source: Emma McIntyre / GettyWelp, it happened, y’all — Beyoncé finally won…
A day in the life of Peter Hujar in understated portrait of renowned photographer
Ben Whishaw as Peter Hujar in Peter Hujar's Day (2025) Courtesy Sundance InstituteThe photographer Peter Hujar, admired by friends and…
Can Democrats’ message on DEI convince white women to dump Trump?
As President Donald Trump and Republicans seize on diversity policies, political experts weigh in on Democrats’ strategy to combat their…
Mary Beale’s art of intimacy revealed in exhibition catalogue brimming with detail
Mary Beale’s Self-Portrait with Husband and Son (around 1660) exemplifies her commanding presence Museum of the HomeHistoric women artists, wrote…
Marcus Jordan, son of Michael Jordan, charged with cocaine possession, DUI, following arrest in Orlando, FL
Reality TV star Marcus Jordan was booked in Orange County, FL on Tuesday morning and bond for his release has…
Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar led one of the best Grammys in years. Has the awards show transformed?
The Recording Academy has made concerted efforts to diversify in recent years. Could it be those strides have already paid…
Some US businesses close in a ‘day without immigrants.’ But many say they can’t lose income
Several businesses from day cares to grocery stores and hair salons closed Monday across the U.S. in protest of Trump’s…
New arts centre opens in Brooklyn, housing three non-profits and a public library
A new exhibition space for the Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Arts at L10 Arts and Cultural Center, Brooklyn Photo:…
Shareholders Hit Target With Defamation Lawsuit Over DEI Drawback
February 4, 2025Maybe this will change their minds….Reuters reports that Target shareholders are suing the brand for allegedly failing to…
Advocates decry expected executive order from Trump to gut Department of Education
The anticipated order would achieve a campaign promise Trump made during the 2024 campaign.President Donald Trump and White House officials…
Kultida Woods, Mother of Tiger Woods, Dead at 80
Source: Tiger Woods (left) smiles with his mother Kultida Woods (right) during the Motorola Western Open at the Cog Hill…
Atlanta Woman Accused Of Scamming Money From People For ‘Hardship Grants’
February 4, 2025At least 23 people in seven states say they’ve been fleeced by Natasha Hodge.An Atlanta woman allegedly promised…
Waffle House Fights Rising Costs And Shortages With New Egg Surcharge
February 4, 2025The breakfast chain will charge 50 cents per egg amid the shortage.Waffle House is cracking down on rising…
Mustard On Mustard? Music Producer And DJ Partners With Heinz
February 4, 2025Mustard will release his own spin on the condiment with the brand. Mustard, more recently known as “MUSTAAAAAAAAAARRRD”…
If this love affair didn’t happen, the Harlem Renaissance may not have ever occurred
Veteran author Victoria Christopher Murray returns with her first solo work of historical fiction, “Harlem Rhapsody.”Imagine stepping into 1920s Harlem…