White House press secretary is unable to say when Trump was falsely accused of being racist
“I’m happy to provide you those receipts,” said Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.Following President Donald Trump‘s claim in a social media…
J. Cole Announces Global Tour For Alleged Last Album 'The Fall-Off'
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Will this be the last tour that J. Cole ever goes on?Now…
A biopic spotlighting legendary jazz vocalist Dinah Washington is in the works
Winsome Pinnock and Danny Glover are reportedly teaming up for a large-scale biopic about jazz and blues singer Dinah Washington.Hollywood…
‘Love Island USA’ star Jeremiah Brown tells us how he spent Valentine’s Day and why he’s in love with books
In this exclusive interview, “Love Island USA” alum Jeremiah Brown opens up about BookTok and what books mean to him.…
Avel Gordly, Oregon’s first Black woman state senator, dies at 79
On Feb. 16, Avel Gordly, who made history as the first Black woman elected to Oregon’s state senate, died of…
Rising Tennis Star Victoria Mboko Is That Girl & The Newest In Charge
Victoria Mboko is that girl. Get to know the rising tennis star, who is quickly making her mark in the…
Ray J’s manager addresses his ‘bloody’ V-day performance: ‘Gotta do their job’
Ray J and his manager respond after viral footage shows him performing while bleeding and wearing a health monitor on…
GED Section: We Don’t Have to Understand Everything
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Celebrating the Unfathomable: Embracing the Beauty in What We Cannot ComprehendD.L. Hughley’s…
Man Sets Himself Ablaze During Domestic Dispute In NYC
February 18, 2026The unidentified man suffered serious burns and is currently in the hospital.An unidentified 27-year-old man was hospitalized after…
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, the oldest Black history museum in the country, turns 65
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center was founded in 1961 by Dr. Margaret Taylor Burroughs. The DuSable Black…
Meet Dominique Dawson, The Costume Designer Behind Sony Animation’s Bold New Film, ‘GOAT’
February 18, 2026The San Francisco native steps into new territory: animation. Audiences should expect the movie theater to be a…
Despite Trump’s claim Jesse Jackson ‘could not stand’ Obama, here’s what he said about Trump before his death
“I think that Trump has done an awful lot to set race relations back by inciting fear in people,” Jackson…
Trump Called Out After Saying New White House Ballroom Will Be Used For Future Inaugurations
February 17, 2026Donald Trump is drawing backlash after suggesting his proposed White House ballroom could host future presidential inaugurations.Donald Trump…
Spike Lee addresses wearing Palestinian colors during NBA All-Star Weekend: ‘Symbols of my concern’
The noted director took to Instagram to clarify his outfit choices, as some online critics believed he wore them in…
Naomi Campbell speaks out as her name emerges in newly released Epstein documents: ‘Don’t come at me’
Naomi Campbell first spoke out about her connection to Jeffrey Epstein in 2019 and continues to condemn his actions. Naomi…
Reverend Jesse Jackson Has Died At 84
Rev. Jesse Jackson, a primary figure in the civil rights movement, has sadly died after a lengthy post-pandemic health battle.…
Brittany S. Hale Is Set To Unpack Black Women And ‘The C-Suite Crisis’ At 2026 Women Of Power Summit
February 17, 2026As a summit speaker, Hale brings both lived insight and technical expertise to conversations on leadership, equity and…
‘RHOP’ star Wendy Osefo opens up about how fraud charges are impacting her marriage and family: ‘Absolutely terrified’
Wendy and Eddie Osefo were arrested on October 9 on multiple charges of insurance fraud after authorities alleged they staged…
London’s Mosaic Rooms, dedicated to art from the Arab region, reopens after expansion
A still from The Circle (2023) by Bouchra Khalili, whose exhibition at the Mosaic Rooms opens on 18 Feburary ©…
Chris Paul Explains To Carmelo Anthony Why He Retired From Basketball
February 17, 2026The former LA Clippers point guard spoke with his friend during the live taping of the ‘7PM in…
For the first time, five Black surgical residents are leading the way at Johns Hopkins Hospital
Five Black surgical residents have made history at Johns Hopkins Hospital as the first all-Black team of residents to lead…
Mu$t Be Niiiice! The Most Extravagant Valentine’s Day Gifts Of 2026
Join us in swooning over the most lavish celebrity gifts from Valentine's Day 2026Mu$t be niiiiice!Valentine’s Day 2026 was another…
At London’s Freud Museum, the artist Cathie Pilkington has made a ghostly intervention
Analyse this: A sculpture by Cathie Pilkington at the Freud Museum, LondonCourtesy of Cathie Pilkington and the Freud Museum London…
LeBron James’ ‘Good Things’ Under Fire As Critics Blast Perceived Support Of Israel
February 17, 2026In “An Open Letter to LeBron James,” Mehdi Hasan highlighted all the times the four-time champion was seen…
Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Monumental Milestones: How The Freedom-Fighting Faith Leader Reminded The World That ‘They Are Somebody’
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Reverend Jesse Jackson, 'The Great Unifier,' has spent 60+ years shaping civil…
Opulent golden slipper, believed to have belonged to England’s King James II, goes on display in UK
Rare silk slipper believed to have been worn by James IICourtesy of the National TrustA magnificent leather and golden silk…
Tyra Banks Caught Heat Online For Not Visiting Miss J After Life-Altering Stroke
February 17, 2026Miss J. Alexander of “America’s Next Top Model” revealed a 2022 stroke that left him paralyzed, also sharing…
Tyra Banks revisits ‘America’s Next Top Model’ in Netflix doc — but the reckoning feels unfinished
OPINION: Tyra Banks revisits her iconic reality TV show in Netflix’s new documentary “Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model.”Editor’s…
Now, Even The Word ‘Black’ Is Controversial In Black History
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.A recent situation with Florida A&M University highlights the pressure HBCUs are…
Nigeria’s Air Force Competes With Algeria, Egypt With 46 New Fighter Jets, Helicopters Added To Fleet
February 17, 2026As security concerns grow across African nations, Nigeria announced plans to add more than 46 aircraft, including fighter…
Barack Obama pays tribute to Jesse Jackson: ‘He laid the foundation’
“Reverend Jackson also created opportunities for generations of African Americans and inspired countless more, including us,” Barack and Michelle Obama…
NAACP ‘Image Unscripted’ Exclusive Clip: Tyriq Withers & Miles Caton Praise Ryan Coogler’s Cinematic Skill Set
Tyriq Withers and Miles Caton are shining a light on the cinematic skillset of Ryan Coogler on the NAACP’s new…
Ireland announces long-term income support for artists—but some from pilot scheme say they have been left in limbo
The Department of the Taoiseach in Dublin. The Irish government has committed around €18m to the scheme to support artists…
Mardi Gras Float Sparks Outrage After Krewe Hangs Dark Skin Dolls On Beaded Necklaces
February 17, 2026The Krewe of Tucks has since apologized for the offensive behavior. A Mardi Gras krewe faced backlash over…
‘You can’t tell me what I’m living’: Actor Clifton Powell goes off in fiery roundtable moment on accountability and growth toward loving Black women
Powell revealed that, as he approaches 70, he’s only now learning to love, as he opened up about his emotional…
Elana Meyers Taylor, the most decorated Black athlete in Winter Olympics history, finally secures her first gold medal
The Olympian and mother of two first made her Olympic debut in 2010 in Vancouver. Sixteen years later, she adds…
Michael Jordan's NASCAR Team Wins The Daytona 500 & Even He Can't Believe It
Tyler Reddick stole a shocking last-lap Daytona 500 win for Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing.It’s official, Michael Jordan’s quest to dominate…
Museum dedicated to the Romantic movement reopens in Paris on Valentine’s Day
The Musée de la Vie romantique is in the former home and studio of Romantic painter Ary Scheffer © Jean-Baptiste…
The Iconic Miss J Alexander Details Grueling Stroke Recovery In Netflix Doc
February 17, 2026We are rooting for you, Miss J! J. Alexander, the iconic runway coach affectionately known as “Miss J,”…
Quinton Aaron making progress in recovery from spinal stroke, disappointed ‘spiritual wife’ is married to another man
As the actor continues to recover from a health scare that left him temporarily on life support, he’s also putting…
Federal judge orders Trump administration to restore Philadelphia slavery exhibit
A federal judge orders the restoration of the Philadelphia slavery exhibit, after its “arbitrary and capricious” removal last month.After the…
Top 10 Black Coaches in Sports History
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Black coaches have made significant contributions to sports, breaking barriers and inspiring…
Confederate Flag Flying Over South Carolina Highway Finally Comes Down In Court Ruling
February 17, 2026After back-and-forth appeals over the matter, the Neo-Confederate camp has taken the flag down.A large Confederate flag, once…
Cardi B Seemingly Confirms Stefon Diggs Split, Disses BIA Back
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Cardi B fired back at BIA, who took a shot at Stefon…
Black Men’s Roundtable Gets Heated After Clifton Powell’s Love Admission
February 17, 2026The actor sparked tension during a Black men’s roundtable after being challenged over his admission that he didn’t…
Classic Black Films To Watch from the 1920s -1980s
Last January, I asked my Threads community about the best classic Black films from the 1980s and before from around…
Rihanna’s Latest NYFW Look Shows How Her Style Keeps Evolving After Baby No. 3
The mom of three stepped out in AWGE while supporting A$AP Rocky. The look said everything about her evolving style.Rihanna…
UK artist resale right at 20: how successful has the pioneering scheme been?
Zimmermann: rise of artificial intelligence makes it crucial to decide what constitutes a work of artCourtesy of DACS Twenty years…
Philadelphia’s Chinatown Welcomes First Black-Owned Spot, Carter’s Cheesesteaks
February 16, 2026The new counter-service spot pairs classic rib-eye sandwiches with seafood twists while creating space for other Black entrepreneurs.A…
Spike Lee Talks HBCUs, Malcolm X, and Broadway Dreams
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Renowned director Spike Lee opens up about his deep ties to historically…
FAMU Alleges DEI Policies Impacted Black Studies Degree At HBCU
February 16, 2026The school has faced backlash over its handling of Florida’s DEI policies.As Florida A&M University seeks to align…
Trump escalates clash with Wes Moore over sewage spill, calls America’s only Black governor ‘incompetant’
A spokesperson for Maryland Gov. Moore says Trump, yet again, “has his facts wrong” after the president’s attack on Truth…
All-Star Weekend: Damian Lillard’s Historic 3-Point Contest, Slam Dunk Contest Blunders & More Reactions
Day two of NBA All-Star Weekend featured a early start, Damian Lillard’s historic three-point contest win, the return of Shooting…
Adrienne Bailon-Houghton reveals Mickey Guyton was an original member of 3LW
Country singer Mickey Guyton decided to walk away after realizing the group “wasn’t going to work out” for her.Fans know…
Rev. Jesse Jackson, a civil rights icon, is dead at 84
The Chicago giant was often dubbed one of the most controversial and outspoken civil rights leaders in U.S. history. Civil…
Rest In Power: Notable Black Folks Who We’ve Lost In 2026
We mourn the passing of influential Black leaders, artists, and visionaries who left an indelible mark on our community.As we’ve…
Austrian pavilion artist Florentina Holzinger joins Thaddaeus Ropac
Florentina Holzinger Photo: Elsa OkazakiThe choreographer Florentina Holzinger, whose genre-defying productions involving nudity, defecation and blood have left audience members…
Tubi Debuts HBCU Film Hub, Spotlighting Black Student Filmmakers For Black History Month
February 16, 2026The partnership with HBCU First LOOK Film Festival launches during Black History Month, expanding national access for emerging…
Hip-Hop Wired’s Artists You Gotta Listen To In February (2026)
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Hip-Hop Wired is back with another list of artists you need in…
Chicago Entrepreneur Opens Grocery Store To Reclaim Promise Of ‘Forty Acres’
February 16, 2026The Black-owned market in Austin neighborhood blends history, design, and access to fresh food during Black History MonthA…