Texas Judge Cites Our Beloved Dolly Parton Drag Show Ban Ruling [Op-Ed]
OPINION: A district judge found that the language in Texas’ Senate Bill 12 was so broad that it could even…
Online platform connects hundreds of emerging Iranian artists with collectors abroad
Ashkan Behjou’s Burning Cedar (2026) © Ashkan Behjou, 2026. Courtesy the artist and Continuum: Artist Relief for Iran, presented by…
Aaliyah family legal battle raises new allegation about singer’s fatal 2001 plane crash
Barry Hankerson claims his son failed in his responsibility to coordinate travel for Aaliyah’s final music-video shoot.More than 25 years…
Angie Nixon says Black women need more than ‘passive allies’ after Marjorie Taylor Greene condemns racist attack
Nixon says Greene’s defense surprised her as she calls for “willful accomplices” to push back against attacks targeting Black women.After…
‘I had to take action’: 12-year-old Maryland boy steps in during alleged attack on his mother
Xavier Leathers says he feared “something bad would happen” if he did not intervene when he heard his mother being…
Joe Budden proposes to Shadée Monique as she surprises him with baby news
What began as a birthday celebration ended with an engagement and the announcement that the couple is expecting a baby…
Electric Shock Gloves Were Used On Students In Omaha Public Schools [Op-Ed]
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.OPINION: The Omaha Police Department used the same low-voltage electric gloves in…
The Doux brings Black hair, salon culture and entrepreneurship to Roblox with ‘My Salon Empire’
The Black-owned hair care brand is expanding into gaming with an experience that lets players style textured hair while building…
Angie Nixon says Trump or Senate opponent Ashley Moody may have ‘paid off’ Laura Loomer for racist attack
The Florida Democrat tells theGrio she believes the racist attack was meant to distract from a $10 million controversy involving…
Flag On The Play! FBI Arrests Fake 49ers Player For Allegedly Scamming Women Out Of $1.8M, Social Media Drags ‘Wide Deceiver’ Drama
A man identified as Daejon Love was arrested in Oregon after running a years long scheme on women he met…
Trump wants the FCC to punish Kristen Welker over ‘Meet the Press’ coverage
The president accused Welker of “purposeful inaccuracy” after she described his recent primary endorsements as having “mixed results.”President Donald Trump…
Angela Yee is engaged to longtime partner Tameek ‘Meek’ Floyd
The notoriously private radio personality revealed a major relationship milestone after years of keeping her romance out of the spotlight.Angela…
Laura Loomer’s racist attacks on Angie Nixon and other prominent Black women draw backlash
Nixon fired back at the far-right activist as Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly condemned Loomer’s remarks as “nasty” and “hateful.”Far-right activist…
The 2026 US Open Is Here, And These Are The Moments We’re Watching
Black women, athlete fashion, celebrity style and courtside moments are taking over the Arthur Ashe stadium.The U.S. Open is officially…
Trump officials take down, explore sale of Kehinde Wiley painting commissioned for US embassy
Kehinde Wiley's Young Artists After Siamesas 1960 (2015) being installed at the US embassy in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, in…
How Daejon Love pulled off an elaborate fake NFL career and allegedly fooled 26 women
We break down how Daejon Love managed to pose as a San Francisco 49ers player and defraud more than two…
‘I will own up to that mistake’: Rep. Jim Clyburn regrets backing Clarence Thomas for the Supreme Court
The South Carolina Democrat testified in support of Thomas during his contentious 1991 confirmation hearings.More than three decades after helping…
Comment | Felix Gonzalez-Torres's major survey in Madrid shows how his art was both stridently political and gently lyrical
For the Reina Sofia exhibition Sweet Revenge, Gonzalez-Torres’s installation of hundreds of pounds of candies is laid out like a…
Foul Play! Fake 49ers Player Arrested By FBI For Allegedly Scamming Women Out Of Their Panties & $1.8M
A man identified as Daejon Love was arrested in Oregon after running a years-long scheme on women he met online…
Egyptian queen’s 673-diamond necklace stolen from Vienna museum in brazen daytime heist
An installation view of Glanzstücke: Van Cleef & Arpels High Jewellery x Masterpieces from the MAK Collection at the Museum…
The Lip Bar Founder Melissa Butler Is Offering Equity To Save Her Cosmetic Line Thread Beauty
August 28, 2026Rather than shutting down Thread Beauty, Melissa Butler is betting that community and the right business partner can…
U.S. Pauses Immigrant Visa Processing Worldwide
August 28, 2026The State Department began the pause in early August as part of a global training initiative at U.S.…
Joe Budden proposes to Shadée Monique as couple marks 7 years together
The rapper-turned-podcast mogul and Houston entrepreneur have been together since 2019 and recently celebrated their seventh anniversary.Joe Budden is entering…
Financial Experts Warn That ‘Moneymaxxing’ Alone Cannot Build Wealth
August 29, 2026The new viral trend is helping consumers rethink spending, but experts say it takes more than saving money…
Who Is Justus Kelley? Meet The First Mother And Wife To Win Miss USA
Justus Kelley just made Miss USA history, but there is more to know about the woman behind the crown. Meet…
Jasmine Crockett reinforces move to support down-ballot candidates amid heated Senate race in Texas
Crockett says her focus is on building name recognition for other Democrats running for election in hopes of flipping a…
Kanye West Shows Support For Lil Durk, Pulls Up To Trial
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Kanye West pulled up to Lil Durk’s murder-for-hire trial in Los Angeles…
Employees Say Hybrid Work May Not Be The Best Model After All
August 27, 2026The workplace model once billed as a win-win is exposing new challenges around flexibility, culture, and career advancement.Hybrid…
Neolithic sculpture of a man riding a leopard discovered in Turkey
The 70-centimetre-tall statue depicts a human figure sitting on the back of a leopardRepublic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and…
Vividae Campaign Founder Terrayae McCray Is Taking Her Hair Company To The Source
August 30, 2026The Baltimore entrepreneur is turning her passion for hair into a business rooted in culture, global exploration, and…
Justus Kelley Made Miss USA History By Becoming The Queen Black Women Have Always Been: Unapologetically Herself
Representing Virginia, 31-year-old Justus Kelley made history snatching the title of Miss USA 2026. She is the first married woman,…
Kehlani reschedules two tour stops after sudden hospitalization
The Grammy-winning singer has new dates for shows in New Jersey and Maryland after a health scare left them unable…
Majors Misstep? ‘The Black Watch’ Talks Jonathan Majors’ Controversial Comeback & ‘Run Hide Fight: Infidels’
Jonathan Majors' controversial comeback takes center stage as 'The Black Watch' discusses his new film 'Run Hide Fight: Infidels.'Run, hide,…
Founders of alternative art fair Basel Social Club to launch new event in Tokyo
Tokyo Jazz Club will take place in a former capsule hotel in Tokyo. Image: Tokyo Jazz Club's InstagramThe founders of…
Kirk Franklin on Grace, Gratitude, and Giving God the Glory
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.In a candid interview, Kirk Franklin opens up about the profound impact…
Former D-1 basketball punched in the face, pulled by his dreadlocks through car window after Arkansas State Trooper pursues vehicle he was a passenger in
The arrest was captured on a dash camera and is the second notable violent incident involving state troopers this month.An…
Postal Service Rule Overhauling Mail-In Voting Blocked Again
Last week, the United States Postal Service unveiled a new rule that completely overhauls how mail-in ballots are counted and…
Pioneering US collector Albert Barnes turned down both of Van Gogh’s 'Starry Nights'
Van Gogh’s Starry Night over the Rhône (September 1888) Musée d’Orsay, ParisAdventures with Van Gogh is a weekly blog by…
Kenan Thompson to fill in for Simon Cowell on ‘America’s Got Talent’
The ‘SNL’ veteran will guest judge during the Sept. 1 quarterfinal as Cowell recovers from back surgery.Kenan Thompson will temporarily…
10 Classic Rapper Cameos On Television
André 3000 joining the cast of Netflix's live-action series 'Scooby-Doo: Origins' reminded us of a few other great rap TV…
Curveball at the Art Gallery of Ontario as Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease showcases painting skills
Dylan Cease next to his painting Eve of Toronto (2026) at the AGO x Cease event on 26 August Photo…
California To Require Financial Literacy Course For High School Students
August 27, 2026California became the 26th state to require personal finance as a high school graduation requirement.California high school students…
Art fair Art-o-rama’s winning formula: low fees, young blood, bold ideas
The Art-o-rama fair is showing 38 galleries this year, with more than half participating for the first time, including one…
Study Finds Remote Workers Are Happier And Less Likely To Quit
August 28, 2026New research suggests flexibility may be a powerful tool for employee well-being and retention.The return-to-office debate may be…
Niecy Nash-Betts and Jessica Betts celebrate six years of love ahead of wedding anniversary
Six years later, the couple is still choosing love and each other.Niecy Nash-Betts and Jessica Betts are celebrating six years…
From Cash Money to Grown Money: Juvenile on Legacy, Laughs, and “400 Degrees”
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Juvenile reflects on his musical legacy, the humor that fuels his artistry,…
Miguel Says Wife Margaret Zhang Has Been Subjected To ‘Anti-Asian Attacks’ Following News They’re Expecting Baby No. 2
Miguel has issued a statement about the treatment his family has been getting behind the scenes. The Grammy-winning singer is…
Jordyn Woods launches WOODS bridal collection after marrying Karl-Anthony Towns
From her own wedding to a bridal line, Jordyn Woods is celebrating the woman behind the brideJordyn Woods is turning…
Phil Augusta Jackson & Jalyn Hall Talk ‘The Fall And Rise Of Reggie Dinkins’ Delightful Black Familial Foolishness [Exclusive]
Phil Augusta Jackson and Jalyn Hall provide an inside look at 'The Fall And Rise Of Reggie Dinkins', highlighting the…
Cameron Brink Calls Enes Kanter A “Stupid Piece Of Sh-t” And Social Media Has Her Back
Since it’s been such a hot topic, Brink was asked about Kanter’s stunt ahead of Monday's game against the Atlanta…
Chinese artist Gao Zhen sentenced to three years in prison for satirical sculptures of Mao Zedong
Artist Gao Zhen in 2019 Photo: Kimberli Mäkäräinen / WikimediaChinese artist Gao Zhen has been sentenced by the People’s Court…
Even Republican Governors Are Concerned About DOJ’s Poll Monitors
Wyoming’s Gov. Mark Gordon expressed concern after the Department of Justice sent a group of polling monitors during that state’s…
Chief executive of Sydney’s anticipated Parramatta Powerhouse museum steps down two months before grand opening
Lisa Havilah joined the Powerhouse in 2018 following a seven-year stint as the chief executive officer of Carriageworks, the Sydney…
Mielle Organics accused of promoting texturism after ‘weak & dull’ natural hair ad sparks backlash
The Black-founded hair care brand apologized for the controversial imagery and says the messaging had already been rejected internally before…
Tyler Perry’s ‘Sistas’ Returns For The Second Half Of Season 10
Tyler Perry’s Sistas returns for the second half of its milestone 10th season. Be sure to read what to expect…
DOJ finds George Washington University medical school discriminated in admissions
The DOJ says George Washington University’s medical school unlawfully used race in admissions for its 2024 and 2025 classes. The…
Erykah Badu calls herself an ‘ever-changing vessel’ as first full-length project in 11 years arrives
The singer opens up about reinvention, doula work, motherhood and technology as she releases ‘Before the World Blows’ with The…
Riyadh’s JAX cultural district expands with Lift gallery arrival
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Princess Nouf bint Abdulaziz Al Saud (left) with Shahad Alsudais, who led…
Colin Kaepernick named Muhammad Ali Center’s Humanitarian of the Year
The former NFL quarterback will receive the honor in Louisville a decade after his national anthem protest sparked a national…
White Women Black Folks Don’t Play About: Diana, Dolly, Anne, Sophia & More
From Dolly Parton to Sophia Bush, these famous white women have earned their seat at the cookout — not just…