Mariah Carey Helps Raise Millions for Struggling Artists
Pop icon Mariah Carey leads initiative to raise millions in aid for struggling musicians and performers. Behind the platinum plaques,…
Third Time’s A Charm: Barbados PM Mia Mottley Secures Power With Historic Re-Election Sweep
February 13, 2026As Barbados marks 75 years of universal voting rights, Mottley vowed to protect democracy and strengthen the economy.Barbados…
Funny How It Became ‘Revolutionary’ When A White Skater Did A Backflip A Black Woman Mastered Decades Ago
Surya Bonaly, a Black woman, performed an "illegal" backflip in which she landed on the blade of one skate in…
‘I love you forever’: Wiz Khalifa mourns the sudden death of his father
The Pittsburgh rapper broke the news on social media on Friday (Feb. 13), as fans and collaborators offered their condolences.Wiz…
Iyanla Vanzant To Appear At 20th Annual Women Of Power Summit Raw And Unfiltered
February 14, 2026Vanzant’s presence at the 2026 summit aligns with the event’s emphasis on personal accountability, executive leadership, and holistic…
Love On Your Hair For Valentine’s Day With 5 Of The Best Bask & Lather Co. Products
February 14, 2026Shaina Rainford established Bask & Lather Co. to provide natural haircare solutions for growth.Valentine’s Day allows people to…
Syria’s Hasakah Museum—occupied by military for more than a decade—to finally open
The Hasakah Museum was built under the Assad regime before the civil war but was requisitioned as a military base…
More than 70 percent of Black women use this harmful hair product at least once a year
A new study published this week found that hair extensions, braiding hair, and wigs contain more than 160 harmful chemicals.A…
Events Basketball Enthusiasts Can Enjoy at NBA All-Star Weekend That Don’t Include the All-Star Game
February 14, 2026NBA All-Star Weekend is in full effect.NBA All-Star Weekend starts Friday, Feb. 13 and runs through Sunday, Feb.…
“She f—ed me up”: Jamie Foxx says breakup with ‘Spanish woman’ inspired new single
The Oscar and Grammy winner says a painful Valentine’s Day split inspired his new single “Somebody.”Jamie Foxx is no stranger…
The broader context behind Jacob Robinson’s death: Pedestrian safety gaps in Black communities
The 11-year-old’s death in Michigan is part of a broader pattern that disproportionately impacts Black children and families.When Jacob Robinson…
Scream Queens! 15 Black Horror Film Leading Ladies Who Had Us Shook
Since it's always spooky season, we put together a roundup of 15 Black actresses that had us biting our nails…
Latest government shutdown affects the Department of Homeland Security, TSA, FEMA and more
Lawmakers failed to reach an agreement by a midnight deadline on Friday (Feb. 13) to fund the agency and its…
ICE Occupation In Minneapolis Coming To An End Soon, Says Tom Homan
Border Czar Tom Homan said Thursday that President Trump "agreed" to end what has been a contentious and deadly immigration…
Museo de Arte Moderno de Bogotá dismisses longtime artistic director
Eugenio Viola has served as the artistic director of the Museo de Arte Moderno de Bogotá since 2019 Photo by…
Chris Paul Retires From Basketball After Being Waived By Toronto Raptors
February 14, 2026‘This is it! After over 21 years I’m stepping away from basketball!’After announcing before the season that this…
Historic Houston Hospital Founded As ‘Negro Hospital’ To Reopen As Community Health Center
February 13, 2026Harris County invested $200 million in the property covering acquisition and redevelopment costs.A long-vacant hospital in Houston’s Third…
SAVE And MEGA Acts Could Help Trump Take Over Our Elections
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.The fact that election administration, real integrity, and security could be affected…
Ornate 1,400-year-old Zapotec tomb discovered in Mexico
The newly discovered Tomb 10 in San Pablo Huitzo, Oaxaca, Mexico Photo: Gerardo Peña, courtesy INAH“The most important archaeological finding…
Kennesaw State Introduces Georgia’s First Bachelor’s Degree In Artificial Intelligence
February 13, 2026Kennesaw State University is leading Georgia’s higher-education push into artificial intelligence with its newest degree program.Kennesaw State University…
Shyne Celebrating 25th Anniversary of Debut LP With BK Concert
Shyne is going to mark the 25th anniversary of his debut album with a concert in Brooklyn, returning to his…
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Original Black Art Fashion Designer Images made by SHURVON ALICIA, The Fine Arts Visionary!!!! JUVON DESIGNS INTERVIEW WITH VISUAL ARTIST…
Kimora Lee Simmons Refuses To Leave $25M Mansion Ex Purchased With Stolen 1MDB Funds
February 13, 2026Kimora Lee Simmons is reportedly refusing to vacate a lavish $25 million mansion her estranged husband purchased with…
5 Massage Oils & Butters For A Spicy Valentine’s Day Night
A hydrating butter or oil is a must to relax your mind, nourish your skin, and celebrate National Love Day.It’s…
‘Good people are being compelled to censor themselves’: exhibition of Black artists reinterpreting the US flag opens without key Dread Scott work
Dread Scott, What is the Proper Way to Display a U.S. Flag?, 1988, installation for audience participation © Dread Scott,…
Jill Scott hopes listeners of her new album, ‘To Whom This May Concern,’ are ready for ‘personal revolution’
Jill Scott opens up about why it took more than a decade to release her new album “To Whom This…
Seen On The Shea Butter Baby Scene: ‘Vacancy’ Era Ari Lennox Hosts ATL Album Listening Party, R&B Resplendence Ensues
Everyone’s favorite “Shea Butter Baby” recently set Atlanta ablaze with a listening party for her buzzy new project, complete with…
Epstein files reveal Leon Black as a key collector of Van Gogh works
Van Gogh’s Quarry near Saint-Rémy (September 1889) Adventures with Van Gogh is a weekly blog by Martin Bailey, The Art…
Skip The Red Roses: Here Are Black-Owned Valentine’s Day Gifts That Slay
February 14, 2026To make it plain—Buy Black. The following Valentine’s Day gift guide highlights Black brands and entrepreneurs who offer…
President Trump pardons former NFL players convicted of fraud, drug charges
Trump has issued many pardons since returning to the White House, including baseball legend Darryl Strawberry, rapper NBA YoungBoy, and…
Mandela Barnes says this advice from Barack Obama is guiding his historic campaign for Wisconsin governor
After his very close 2022 U.S. Senate defeat, the former Wisconsin lieutenant governor returned to his roots of organizing, setting…
Chuck D Sets The Record Straight After Gene Simmons Questions Hip-Hop’s Rock Hall Cred
February 13, 2026“Clearly RAP and some other genres of movement are the ROLL,” the Public Enemy frontman said.Gene Simmons, frontman…
More Iyanla: OWN orders two new specials from Iyanla Vanzant after success of ‘Iyanla: The Inside Fix’
The new series, which is a look back at 12 of the most memorable episodes from “Iyanla: Fix My Life,”…
Chuck D isn’t here for Gene Simmons dismissing hip-hop from Rock Hall: ‘[He] says this every three years’
The Kiss rocker drew widespread criticism for his comments about hip-hop’s inclusion in the Rock Hall, as rappers have been…
Pam Bondi Slings Insults And Throws Tantrums During Questions About Epstein In House Judiciary Hearing
Pam Bondi appeared to look away as Epstein victims stood and raised their hands to say they felt ignored by…
Tracey Emin: ‘I’ve done more in my last five years than in the whole rest of my life’
Tracey Emin selfie: “I’m a good role model for showing what is possible if people are given a chance to…
Snoop Dogg allegedly gets into some security drama at Winter Olympics
The D-O-Double-G was tapped as an official honorary coach by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee and served as…
Spelman Students Sound Alarm About Male Staffer Living Inside Dorm
February 13, 2026The Student Government Association issued a statement expressing discomfort at the presence of a man in an all-women’s…
Evanston approves new round of reparations for Black residents
The Illinois city that made history with its $10 million pledge continues distributing reparations payments to Black residents.A Black community…
Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art will return three bronze sculptures to India after provenance review
Somaskanda, Chola period, 12th century, Tamil Nadu state, India National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution, Arthur M. Sackler Collection,…
Michael Jackson estate responds to Sexxy Red’s ‘unauthorized’ explicit ‘Beat It’ remix
Michael Jackson’s estate shuts down Sexxy Red’s explicit “Beat It” remix after a clip goes viral on social media.It doesn’t…
Art Consulting Era Unlocked: Meet Contemporary Artist Jessica Vollrath
For the longest time, I envisioned stepping into art consulting but didn’t have a clear roadmap. Unknowingly, The Black Curation…
Black Hollywood Icons Prove That True Love Has No Age Limit
We're celebrating Black women celebrities who have shared their inspiring journeys of finding deep, fulfilling love later in life.I’m definitely…
State Department Reinstates 30-Year-Old Law Revoking Passports For Owing More Than $100K In Child Support
February 13, 2026Data from the federal Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) and HHS reveal roughly $621 million in back…
BHM100: Remembering Dred Scott, Harriet Scott and How They Survived One of the Worst Supreme Court Decisions in U.S. History
February 13, 2026by Lori Lakin Hutcherson, GBN Editor-in-ChiefOn March 6, 1857, United States Supreme Court Chief Justice Roger Taney oversaw…
For the love of Galentine’s Day
Galentine’s Day, the annual tradition of celebrating your friends, is right around the corner, and it’s not just for singles.Saturday…
Khloé Kardashian Recalls ‘Slapping’ Tristan Thompson Over THIS Romantic Gesture: ‘It Was Mortifying’
Khloé Kardashian is not one to put her feelings aside for a grand romantic gesture. The reality star opened up…
‘Nah, I’m good,’ Md. Gov. Wes Moore says in response to Donald Trump disinvitation
Gov. Wes Moore reminds President Trump that he does not determine his “worthiness,” after being uninvited from White House dinner.Maryland…
If it weren’t for Black Americans, the White House may not have been built
Both enslaved and free Black Americans played a critical role in the human labor that erected the White House in…
Nah: Grand Jury Refuses To Indict Democrats Speaking Out On Trump
A federal grand jury rejected an indictment sought against six Democrats in Congress, signaling another rebuke of the Trump administration.On…
The discourse around whether or not ‘Wuthering Heights’ is whitewashing Heathcliff, explained
“Wuthering Heights” hit theaters just in time for Valentine’s Day, but some can’t help but wonder if the film is…
Music Vet Jazz Young Launches Global Record Label, VRTEXX
February 13, 2026The new label will focus on helping discover and develop global artists from West Africa and the diaspora…
Cardi B’s triumphant return to the stage brings high emotions and a fresh beef with DHS
Cardi B kicks off the 35-stop “Little Miss Drama” tour in Palm Desert, California, before heading to Las Vegas.Cardi B…
‘I’m a social liberal’: Stephen A. Smith suggests he’d run as a Democrat if he were to run in 2028
The longtime ESPN personality has often discussed running for President but has remained hesitant about becoming a politician. Stephen A.…
Public School Returns To NYFW With One Of The Coolest Menswear Shows We’ve Seen In A Long Time
Leather everything, wearable pieces, proportion play, and streetstyle at its best.Public School had one of the coolest menswear runway shows…
London show highlights how drawing was at the heart of Lucian Freud’s practice
Lucian Freud’s chalk-and-crayon Portrait of a Young Man (1944) will be on show at the NPG alongside sketchbooks, unfinished paintings,…
Minneapolis Extends Online Learning To Protect Students From ICE
February 13, 2026The previous deadline for online instruction was Feb. 12, but parents’ concerns and the continued presence of ICE…
From ‘Sherri’ To ‘Arsenio’ — 9 Black Talk Shows We Weren’t Ready To Say Goodbye To
Although they didn't last as long as we thought they should have, these shows left a lasting impression on audiences.Last…
Venice Biennale 2026: all the national pavilions, artists and curators so far
The latest announcements of the key players representing their countries at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di…
Amber Reign Smith is stepping into her moment, from ‘Joe’s College Road Trip’ to ‘Beauty in Black’
With Tyler Perry projects dropping back-to-back, the actress behind Rainn is proving she’s not here to be liked; she’s here…