Chris Brown ordered to pay $13 million to housekeeper injured in 2020 dog attack
A California jury found the singer liable for negligence after his former housekeeper suffered life-changing injuries in a 2020 dog…
TIAA CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett Maxed Out Her 401(K) On A $26,000 Salary And Built Generational Wealth
July 2, 2026The Fortune 500 CEO is urging Gen Z to prioritize retirement savings from their very first paycheck even…
Sybil Wilkes Covers Today’s What We Need to Know: Supreme Court Rulings, Justice for Atatiana Jefferson, Rising Costs, and a Chicago Hero
Sybil Wilkes brings us up to speed on today's must-know news, from the Senate's Iran decision to a World Cup…
At New York’s Swiss Institute, SoiL Thornton ponders the role an art institution can play in the face of a housing crisis
Part of SoiL Thornton’s evict relief (2026), which chronicles the artist’s costly and complex struggle to avoid eviction from their…
National’s pitcher Cade Cavalli apologizes for ‘sit down, boy’ remark made to Willson Contreras
The Nationals pitcher said there was “no ill intention” behind the comment but acknowledged he has learned why the phrase…
Remembering Desmond Morris, the Surrealist painter and zoologist who explored the artistic abilities of apes
Desmond Morris with his international bestseller The Naked Ape (1967), the achievement he is best known for Photo: Eric Koch/Anefo/Nationaal…
Meet Yinka Ogunbiyi, the woman behind the world’s first hair braiding robot
HaloBraid aims to cut braid appointments in half, ease the physical toll on stylists, and give Black women back their…
Lil Wayne Says A Verzuz Would Have To Be Against Himself, “I Got Too Much Material”
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.It’s safe to say fans shouldn’t expect to see Lil Wayne on…
Massachusetts city sets curfew ahead of Cape Verde World Cup match
Brockton, a suburb of Boston, has one of the largest Cape Verdean communities in the country. A Massachusetts city with…
‘Excited and disappointed’: Jaylen Brown speaks out after trade to 76ers
After ten seasons with the Boston Celtics, news broke that Brown was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday.Jaylen Brown…
Every Supreme Court Ruling That Impacted Black Americans This Week
A pivotal week for the Supreme Court, with rulings that significantly affected Black Americans from June 29 – July 1.For…
UK charity Hospital Rooms to distribute artist posters to more than 1,000 mental health facilities for tenth anniversary
Lonnie Holley, Sunflowers Court, Goodmayes Hospital, North East London NHS Foundation TrustPhoto © Hospital Rooms (Studio Damian Griffiths)Artists such as…
Free Things To Do In New Orleans During ESSENCE Weekend
Visiting New Orleans for ESSENCE Festival? Discover free attractions, live music, historic landmarks, parks and can't-miss experiences throughout the city.While…
The 2026 BET Awards posts highest ratings since 2019
The awards reported a 50% year-over-year growth in television impressions, as well as an increase in engagement rates across digital…
Reconstruction Of George Floyd Square Sparks Backlash From Black Business Owners And Residents
July 1, 2026Local business owners say construction is hurting access, threatening livelihoods, and disrupting a neighborhood still healing after George…
New York City’s 2027 budget includes record $323m for culture
Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, and Julie Menin, the speaker of the city council, shake hands while…
Ask Your Fairygodmentor® About The Return-To-Office Push
June 30, 2026What happens when your real life no longer fits?My company just announced that we’re expected to be back…
León Ferrari exhibition cancelled in Chile amid cuts to culture budget
The Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Santiago, Chile Photo: Iswzo, via Wikimedia CommonsThe Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes (MNBA) in…
Women Taking GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs May Be More Likely To Get Hired: Study
July 2, 2026Being skinny can still equate to greater career success due to employer weight bias in hiring.Rather than an…
Man killed at Florida Walmart after parking dispute as woman claims self-defense
The woman involved remained at the scene and claimed she acted in self-defense. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating.A man…
Trump made over $1 billion last year, mostly from crypto, new financial disclosure shows
The White House has maintained that Trump has no conflicts of interest and plays no role in the family business.President…
Confederate Flag Controversy Overshadows Trump’s ‘Great American State Fair’
June 30, 2026Attendance has also become a point of debate as photos of the National Mall showing large open areas…
National Museum Cardiff may temporarily close for renovation work, officials say
Options are being explored to allow for work that would “preserve the building and to enhance the experience for… visitors”,…
Melanated Moments: June 2026
July 1, 2026Moments like these highlight Black joy and community. Black folks had a time this June. They showed up,…
Naomi Osaka’s ‘Kill Bill’ Inspired Wimbledon Kimono Is Her Best Grand Slam Look Yet
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Naomi Osaka has officially entered her fashion icon era, and Wimbledon may…
‘Spend Dat’ Discourse: India.Arie Denies Calling For Boycott Of Yung Miami’s Scammer Shoutout Single, Fans Wonder Whether Keri Hilson Chimed In
India.Arie isn't a fan of Yung Miami's popular single 'Spend Dat' and she made it known this week on social…
Jamaican Minister Of Culture Headed To The UK To Petition Reparations To King Charles III
July 2, 2026According to Jamaican officials, the petition asks the monarch questions regarding whether Britain has a legal obligation to…
Ginuwine is officially off the market after proposing to Jannette Escartin
The 55-year-old R&B star reportedly popped the question in Washington, D.C., after years of quietly dating.Ginuwine is off the market.…
Nicholas Cullinan portrait goes up at his former employer, London's National Portrait Gallery
Elizabeth Peyton, Nick at home (London) (2025) Photo: David Parry; Courtesy National Portrait GalleryThe British Museum director and art world…
Savannah James and April McDaniel launch Signed to grow their women-focused brands
The new holding company will unite Crown+Conquer, Let It Break and the “Everybody’s Crazy” podcast while laying the foundation for…
‘A lot happened’: Serayah gets real on Jacob Latimore split and why clairty is key in relationships
The couple dated for three years before splitting in 2023, but Serayah says they had a strong friendship before things…
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Announces Permanent Closure Of A Rikers Island Facility
In his announcement, Mamdani referenced the prison's dark history, describing the closure as a "milestone" that "brings us closer to…
Retired veteran killed at Florida Walmart after parking dispute as woman claims self-defense
The woman involved remained at the scene and claimed she acted in self-defense. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating.A retired…
Brookings: Closing The Black Business Ownership Gap Could Create 6.3M Jobs And $824B in Revenue
July 2, 2026A new reports shows Black-owned employer businesses continue to grow, but still remain significantly underrepresented. Black-owned employer businesses…
Danny Glover Reveals Alzheimer’s Diagnosis At 79
Renowned actor Danny Glover, a pillar in Black Hollywood, has opened up about battling Alzheimer's Disease since being diagnosed in…
Family accepts GBI’s conclusion in deaths of Georgia twins Qaadir and Naazir Lewis
More than a year after the brothers were found dead on Bell Mountain, relatives say independent reviews supported the state’s…
Virginia Beach mom turned rental car into a home while fighting to keep her autistic son safe
After losing her ride-share income, Aaliyah McCurdy found support through a local moms group as she works to rebuild her…
'I Have Two Angels' — Cori Broadus Mourns Death Of Beloved Dog Zayney Just 6 Months After Losing Baby Daughter Codi
Cori Broadus mourns the loss of her beloved dog Zayney, just six months after the heartbreaking death of her daughter…
After four season run, ‘Godfather of Harlem’ to end with two-hour series finale
The Forest Whitaker-led series about the rise and fall of Bumpy Johnson was MGM+’s flagship show.The end has come for…
Khadijah Farrakhan, Nation Of Islam’s First Lady, Dies At 90
June 30, 2026Farrakhan, the wife of Minister Louis Farrakhan for more than 72 years, remained an influential figure within the…
GOP Rep Wants To Throw A ‘Bedsheet’ Over The Statue Of Liberty Following SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Ruling
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Rep. Troy Nehls of Texas told a reporter in response to the…
President and general manager of leading Marseille art institution Mucem suspended amid workplace allegations
The six elected representatives of the MuCEM staffbase immediately “welcomed a decision” to suspend CostaPhoto: Bruno BleuThe president of the…
PwC Global Chairman Pushes Back On AI Layoff Fears, Says ‘Companies Embracing AI Are Hiring More People’
July 1, 2026Mohamed Kande is challenging the fear of A.I. adoption.As artificial intelligence reshapes workplaces around the world, PwC Global…
Druski explains why he believes his viral megachurch parody resonated with so many people
Ahead of hosting the BET Awards, the comedian said the controversial sketch highlighted issues many viewers had overlooked.Comedian Druski says…
You Own Nothing: Sony Is Killing Physical PlayStation Discs
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.When The PS6 Arrives It Will Be An All-Digital EcosystemWe all saw…
Even at time of the American Revolution, art trade between Britain and US was thriving and complex
John Trumbull's Declaration of Independence (1819) was commissioned by the US Congress and hangs in the US Capitol building Architect…
‘Could have lost my life’: Pregnant Washington mother recovering after dog attack forced doctors to induce labor for her newborn son
Renee Wilson was due to give birth to her fourth child on the same day as the attack. Now she’s…
Naomi Osaka’s 'Kill Bill' Inspired Wimbledon Kimono Is Her Best Grand Slam Look Yet
Naomi Osaka has officially entered her fashion icon era, and Wimbledon may have just given us her most unforgettable entrance…
29-year-old democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats longtime Democratic congresswoman in Colorado upset
The Ethiopian-born attorney unseated Rep. Diana DeGette after nearly three decades in Congress, marking another victory for the party’s progressive…
Danny Glover reveals that he’s living with Alzheimer’s disease: ‘I don’t feel like it’s the end of my life’
The legendary actor and activist Danny Glover reveals he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2023 and opens up about…
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Lori Harvey Slays In Sizzling Shoot For Kevin Hart’s Gran Coramino Tequila, As The It Girl Is Named Chief Creative Advisor Of The Brand
Lori Harvey will take over the next chapter of Kevin Hart's Gran Coramino Tequila brand, bringing luxury to the forefront.Lori…
World Monuments Fund spotlights ten heritage sites for the US’s 250th
Black Mountain College’s Studies Building, North Carolina Courtesy State Archives of North CarolinaMarking the United States’ semiquincentennial, the World Monuments…
Shaquille O’Neal’s Secret To Wealth Is Saving 75% Of Your Income
June 30, 2026O’Neal said he saves and invests 75% of his income while living on the remaining 25%.Basketball Hall of…
What Black borrowers should know about Trump’s July 1 student loan deadline
Many changes to the federal student loan system will take effect following President Trump’s signing of the “One Big Beautiful…
How To Stay Safe, Cool & Functional This Week As The Northeast Feels Like A Furnace
Stepping outside this week may feel like opening the door to an oven. Read on to get tips on how…
A dinosaur called Gus and a dramatic Highland landscape by Landseer: our pick of the July auctions
“Gus”(Late Cretaceous, around 67 million years old)Courtesy of Matthew Sherman“Gus”(Late Cretaceous, around 67 million years old)Natural History including Gus Rex,…
Karamo Brown confirms he’s dating a ‘celebrity’ amid Jussie Smollett dating rumors
Amid dating rumors with Jussie Smollett, Karamo Brown opens up about his new love and how he’s found “the one.”…
Culture Creators Celebrates 10th Annual Innovators & Leaders Awards Brunch
June 30, 2026The milestone event brought out a magnetic room filled with visionaries, executives, and icons. On June 26, the…
Supreme Court Upholds Transgender Athlete Ban, Birthright Citizenship
In a 6-3 ruling, the Supreme Court struck down a Trump executive order that would’ve placed restrictions on birthright citizenship.…