Shirin Neshat's Venice exhibition explores identity, exile and a social media tragedy
Still from Shirin Neshat’s film trilogy Do U Dare!, inspired by Nasim Aghdam, for whom the online world provided a…
The women behind the vision: How mothers and grandmothers inspired these beloved Black-owned brands
From mothers to grandmothers, generations of women’s love have inspired some of our favorite Black-owned brands.Behind every great brand is…
Victoria Monét gets candid about dating women and why she says they’re ‘worse’ than men
“The girls did me dirty,” Monét said, noting that women are “a little bit worse” than men when it comes…
Supreme Court case on Trump’s ending of TPS for Haitians could worsen a growing caregiving crisis
“This is an essential lifeline,” U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., told theGrio.By the end of its current session in the…
LA teen, accepted to 65 colleges, heading to Columbia U. in NYC on a full ride
The graduating senior balanced academics, leadership and perseverance while securing dozens of college acceptances.Lamont Newell is 17 years old, holds…
Babyface, Public Enemy & Leon Thomas Join ESSENCE Festival 2026, Night-by-Night Lineup Announced
The ESSENCE Festival of Culture just added even more star power to its 2026 lineup.This week, organizers announced that Babyface,…
Allyson Felix’s return in her 40s is about more than glory — it’s about longevity
Allyson Felix is preparing to return to track and field at a time when more and more athletes are aging…
Hey Mama: 5 Black celebs experiencing their first Mother’s Day in 2026
From WWE superstars to rappers and athletes, these are just a few notable Black celebrities who have welcomed (or are…
Helen's Florals Founder Erica Dias Shares How To Create The Perfect Floral Arrangement For Mother's Day
We spoke to Erica Dias, the fabulous florist and founder of Helen's Florals about creating the perfect floral arrangement for…
’Life will never be the same’: Dr. Cerina Wanzer Fairfax’s sister breaks the silence after her death
“Outdated gun and divorce laws in Virginia have destroyed my family,” Dr. Cerina W. Fairfax’s sister pens a tribute to…
EJ Johnson calls 2026 Met Gala a ‘graveyard,’ says looks were ‘awful on awful on awful’
The media personality did not hold back while critiquing this year’s celebrity looks, calling out everyone from Beyoncé to Kim…
Rekindled #RHOA Romance: Sources Say NeNe Leakes And Nyonisela Sioh Are Officially Back Booed Up
Sources claim NeNe Leakes and Nyonisela Sioh have rekindled their relationship after their reported 2023 split.“Now wait one second, glasses!”…
The New York Times faces a discrimination lawsuit claiming racial bias against a white man
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission claims the New York Times engaged in “unlawful employment practices.”This week, the Equal Employment Opportunity…
White CEO Says Zohran Mamdani’s ‘Tax The Rich’ Slogan Is A ‘Racial Slur’ For The Wealthy
Steven Roth, CEO of real estate giant Vornado, and Ken Griffin, CEO of Citadel LLC, are two of NYC's richest…
One of Van Gogh’s greatest watercolours could achieve a record price
Van Gogh’s The Harvest in Provence (La Moisson en Provence) (June 1888)Sotheby’sAdventures with Van Gogh is a weekly blog by…
From Champions To Controversy: ‘One Golden Summer’ Finally Gives Chicago's Jackie Robinson West Players Their Voice
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Award-winning documentary One Golden Summer will air tonight at 9 as an…
Father and daughter plead guilty in $2m counterfeit art scheme
A counterfeit work purportedly by Richard Mayhew that Bankowski and Bankowska sold for $160,000 Courtesy US Attorney's Office, Eastern District…
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles Announces Early Resignation
Mayor Vi Lyles, Charlotte’s second-longest serving mayor and the first Black woman to serve as the city’s mayor, was reelected…
NYAFF 2026 Opening Night Review: ‘Promised Sky’ Hits Home
The New York African Film Festival had its Opening Night screening at the Lincoln Center with 'Promised Sky,' a film…
Isaiah Rashad opens up about accepting his bisexuality: ‘There’s no manual’
The rapper said he’s been getting to know himself over the last few years, following a dark period of his…
Banksy’s Venice mural has been restored and will now tour city
Migrant Child is seen as a reference to the global refugee crisisPhoto: cabuscaaA Banksy mural removed from the façade of…
Michael Jackson’s music breaks streaming records after biopic release
“Michael” is also the highest-earning music biopic ever, surpassing “Straight Outta Compton” and “Bohemian Rhapsody.”The success of “Michael” is translating…
Rick Ross and French Montana are facing off in Verzuz. Here’s how to watch
The Rick Ross-French Montana Verzuz battle promises a night of hip-hop’s biggest club anthems.Two of hip-hop’s most decorated collaborators are…
Oh Mama! adidas Collabs With MENACE For A Mother’s Day Treat
Right on schedule for Mother's Day, adidas Originals has the momma's boys covered in the form of a sneaker collab…
1,000-year-old archaeological site bulldozed during construction of Mexico-US border wall
The Cabeza Prieta Wildlife Refuge, where a 1,000-year-old intaglio was recently bulldozed during construction the Mexico-US border wall Photo by…
NewsOne Crossword May 6th
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Artists made their mark at 2026 Met Gala
Amy Sherald sports a custom look by Thom Browne based her 2013 painting Miss Everything (Unsuppressed Deliverance) at the 2026…
A Virginia lawmaker, judge, and Fed governor. All Black women targeted by the Trump administration
“ goes back to the core element of Donald Trump himself as somebody who sees Black women as the number…
Tennessee Republicans propose new map that could eliminate state’s only Democratic congressional district
Tennessee Republicans unveiled a new congressional map that could split Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen’s Memphis district ahead of the 2026…
OWN Announces New Season Of 'Heart & Hustle: Houston'
OWN's "Heart & Hustle: Houston" looks like it is coming back with bigger stakes, deeper emotions and even more tensions.OWN…
Napheesa Collier says calling WNBA leadership ‘worst in the world’ was ‘a little dramatic,’ but has no regrets
Collier reflected on last year’s public clash with WNBA leadership while discussing the impact the standoff had on player negotiations.Napheesa…
Leasing Tech Helps Growing Black-Owned Businesses Find Success
Explore why leasing tech is a great choice for growing Black-owned businesses. See how it enhances innovation and reduces expenses.…
Md. Gov. Wes Moore unveils marker honoring Black boys buried at Maryland reform school
State leaders say the memorial is part of a broader effort to uncover the identities and stories of more than…
Pedro Reyes’s new Lacma commission sparks criticism in Mexico
Pedro Reyes's Tlali (2026) installed in the Geffen Plaza at the new David Geffen Galleries building at the Los Angeles…
What’s Trending: Celebrity Breakups, Viral Moments, and Lobster Leftovers
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.From high-profile relationship drama to viral video sensations and the curious afterlife…
‘She had a fresh, informed eye’: mural depicting late Venice Biennale curator Koyo Kouoh displayed in lagoon city
Derrick Adams, Heavy is the head that wears the crown, 2026, installation view© Derrick Adams Studio, Photo: Andrea Avezzù, Courtesy…
For better or worse, ‘The Real Housewives’ have been a crash course in financial literacy
For over 20 years, “The Real Housewives” have been inadvertently normalizing so many financial conversations. Editor’s note: The following article…
Blue Ain’t Budging! Blue Ivy Goes Viral For Refusing To Remove Her Shades On The Met Gala Red Carpet
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Manager Blue isn’t going anywhere, and she’s not doing anything she doesn’t…
Spike Lee's Limited Edition Red NY Yankees Fitted Is Coming Back Courtesy Of New Era
Legendary filmmaker Spike Lee teamed with New Era Cap for a seven-piece limited-edition New York Yankees 59FIFTY collection.Spike Lee’s New…
S&M-inspired Greek Pavilion in Venice confronts its fascist chains
Installation view of Escape Room, the Greek Pavilion exhibition at the 2026 Venice Biennale© Ivan Erofeev Stepping inside the Greek…
Amanda Seales recalls 2023 sexual assault in new memoir series: ‘The experience revealed a lot to me about myself’
Amanda Seales releases “Crank Dat Through a Sexual Assault” as resource for sexual assault survivors and their loved ones. If…
Inside Beyoncé & JAŸ-Z Exclusive, Invite-Only Met Gala After-Party
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Beyoncé and JAŸ-Z went big for their return to the Met Gala,…
Kodak Black arrested on felony drug trafficking charges, pleads not guilty
The South Florida rapper was last arrested for drug possession in 2023. Kodak Black has been arrested again on drug-related…
Moroccan Reacts To Nick Cannon Letting Him Date But Not Twin Sister Monroe, Social Media Slams Unserious Seed-Spreader’s Double Standard
Nick Cannon’s son Moroccan entered the chat after social media slammed the hypocritical host for “encouraging” the 15-year-old to date,…
Comment | We must avoid amputating art in the name of preservation
Caravaggio’s Seven Acts of Mercy (1607) remains in a small chapel in Naples Photo via Wikimedia CommonsDiary of an art…
Allen Media Group’s HBCU GO unveils 13-week football schedule featuring classic showdowns, homecoming events and historic rivalries
Now in its 5th Season, the premier home for HBCU football delivers a curated slate of must-watch matchups to audiences…
The Bronx School of Hip-Hop among five new schools to open in New York City this fall
DJing, graffiti, breakdancing and emceeing are on the syllabus for students when their first day of class arrives later this…
5 Denzel Washington quotes on life, failure, and success that hit different in 2026
The two-time Academy Award winner has dropped one-liners in movies and TV shows for decades. His greatest wisdom might lie…
Dave Chappelle and Michelle Obama take jabs at Trump in ‘IMO’ interview: ‘Tried to tell the people’
In a near two-hour conversation the comedian, Craig Robinson and former First Lady dive into several subjects, from Chappelle’s upbringing…
Beware the technology rat trap: Cooper Jacoby’s standout contribution to New York’s Whitney Biennial
An installation view of several works by Cooper Jacoby at this year’s Whitney Biennial Photo: Darian DiCanno/BFA.com; © BFA 2026The…
Megan Thee Stallion opens up about living ‘two different lives’ and how her late grandmother kept her grounded
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10 years after his death, the Muhammad Ali Center honors ‘The Greatest’ with a global ‘Day of Compassion’
The day of service extends beyond Ali’s hometown of Louisville and is calling on major cities like Atlanta, New York,…
Keke Palmer’s Hairstylist Breaks Down The Fiery Red Pixie Met Gala Hair Look That Had Everyone Talking
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Arthur Jafa: ‘America has always been a demonic state. And we love it’
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Donald Trump Pushes Anti-Trans Logic & Iran War Propaganda On Kids, Social Media Is Disgusted
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Donald Trump's brain is mush; it's that simple.There is no bottom when…
Cosmic, concrete, earthy: Nancy Holt’s Land Art on show in UK
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See What Everyday Beauty Products Were Behind Some Of Our Favorite Viral Met Gala Looks
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Today’s war, tomorrow’s loot: attempts at stemming the illicit trade in art
A photograph from 1945 showing General Dwight D. Eisenhower inspecting art stolen by Germans and hidden in a salt mine…
Philadelphia To Observe ‘Ona Judge Day’ May 21
May 6, 2026Ona Judge was formerly enslaved by George and Martha Washington.The Philadelphia City Council has officially designated May 21…
FBI reportedly raids state Democratic Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas’ offices
FBI agents were spotted searching the office of Democratic Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas on Wednesday morning.Weeks after Democratic…