U.S. State Department Under Fire For Mislabeling Every African Country On A Map
August 6, 2026An AI-generated map shown at a global health conference is sparking outrage for the egregious oversight. The U.S.…
As Haitian temporary protected status ends, Miami businessowner who voted for Trump has ‘regret’
Wilkinson “Ken” Sejour, who owns Miami Chef Creole, says customers and others in the community are scared, and he might…
Luka Doncic's Ex-Fianceé Asks For $50 Million & More Custody in Legal Battle Over Kids
Luka Dončić's custody dispute with ex-fiancée Anamaria Goltes has escalated as she reportedly seeks millions in Slovenia.Luka Doncic’s breakup with…
Why HBCUs must move beyond survival mode
OPINION: Howard’s enrollment controversy highlights the need for sustained investments as more students choose Black colleges.Editor’s note: The following article…
T-Pain Explains Why He Cashed Out His Music Catalog
August 7, 2026The hitmaker says selling his music catalog wasn’t about chasing another bag—it was about protecting his family’s financial…
‘I’m Who I Wanted To See’ — 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' Star Ayana Cymone Is Redefining What A Black Leading Lady Looks Like On Broadway [Exclusive]
From Richmond to Broadway’s Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Ayana Cymone is reclaiming space, disrupting sci-fi tropes, and showing young…
HBCU Alumni Survey Finds Graduates Outperform National Benchmarks
August 7, 202670% of recent HBCU graduates are thriving in their everyday livesHistorically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) continue to…
Judge keeps Kevin Hart’s Heartbeat lawsuit against former podcast employees in court
The ruling means the company’s legal battle over alleged trade secrets and breach of contract will remain in court.Kevin Hart’s…
Community Fights To Save A Million Black Books Before Losing Them For Good
August 5, 2026A grassroots campaign is racing to preserve one of Britain’s largest collections of Black books.When folks say “protect…
Oakland Boys, 7 And 4, Critically Injure Woman In Reckless Joyride
Two brothers, only 7 and 4 years old, caused major damage in Oakland by stealing their parents car and crashing…
Questions remain after death of man accused in alleged NFL investment fraud
Mohamed Coulibaly denied operating a scam before his death. Investigations into both his death and the allegations continue.The alleged scammer…
Law Roach’s sharp tongue is dividing ‘Project Runway’ fans again
The celebrity stylist’s blunt critiques have sparked backlash, but his fashion credentials make the case that honesty is part of…
Appeals court sides with Jeff Koons in copyright-infringement dispute over ‘Made in Heaven’ series
Works from Jeff Koons’s Made in Heaven series, shown here at a retrospective at the Guggenheim Bilbao in 2015 Ander…
Rep. LaMonica McIver opens up about pregnancy, prosecution and a fight she says is bigger than herself
The New Jersey congresswoman discusses the $1 million legal fight she’s struggling to fund, her frustrations with Democratic leaders, and…
Black Florida teen suffered broken arm after police stopped the wrong person
Judah Everage’s family says the 15-year-old repeatedly tried to explain officers had stopped the wrong teenager.A Florida family is demanding…
Jackson councilman calls on US Attorney’s Office to investigate death of woman found hanging from tree
The woman was identified by the Hinds County Coroner as 29-year-old Tasia Fortune. A councilman in Jackson, MS, is calling…
Charlamagne Tha God draws a line on Wendy Williams documentaries
The longtime radio personality says he won’t participate in reported projects unless Wendy Williams is involved in telling her own…
Financial Planners Say These Purchases Actually Build Wealth—And These Don’t
August 7, 2026The smartest spending habits aren’t about keeping up with TikTok trends; they’re about protecting your health, time, and…
How Tennessee’s Justin J. Pearson emerged as a leading voice for voting rights and racial justice
Despite winning the Democratic nomination, Pearson faces an uphill battle in Tennessee’s newly redrawn 9th Congressional District. The vocal lawmaker…
The Core Four of 'Love Island USA' Season 8 Reunite at Variety's Power of Young Hollywood, Brinity Make Their Red Carpet Debut
Love Island USA has become one of television’s biggest star-making machines, which was further proven at Variety’s 2026 Power of…
Here’s why a woman decided to marry ’50’ instead of a man on her 50th birthday
After a wedding-style ceremony went viral, Tracy explained why she chose to celebrate her milestone birthday by “marrying” the decade…
Tupac Shakur Murder Suspect Heads To Trial Monday
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.A trial date is set for the man accused of orchestrating the…
Vori, An AI Grocery Startup, Lands $22M To Help Independent Stores
August 6, 2026Vori Founder and CEO Brandon Hill said the company’s mission is personal.Independent grocery stores are turning to artificial…
What The Flock? Cops Use AI Camera System That Tracks License Plates To Stalk Their Exes And More
Flock cameras are artificial-intelligence roadside cameras that track license plates, adding them to a mappable database that can be searched…
The Australian Museum returns remains of Rapa Nui ancestors to Easter Island
The Rapa Nui people welcome the remains of their ancestors repatriated from the Australian Museum in a ceremony on the…
Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur’s killing, Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis heads to trial
Davis, the only person ever charged in the 1996 killing, has pleaded not guilty.Duane “Keffe D” Davis is scheduled to…
Meta ordered to pay $567 million over harms to children on Facebook and Instagram
A New Mexico judge also ordered new child safety reforms for the company’s social media platforms.Meta is facing another major…
AUTO FLEX: The Range Rover GT And Defender OCTA Appeals To A Wide Market
August 6, 2026The design tells a distinct story. Experienced by Kimatni D. RawlinsIt’s quite the dichotomy for Land Rover (JLR),…
Nursing Board Closes Anonymous Complaint Against Mother Of Nolan Wells
The parents of Nolan Wells have been subjected to racist attacks over the last month simply for wanting to know…
‘Criminalisation of dissent’: Indian artist remains behind bars after workers’ protest
Artist Srishti Gupta, aged 28, was arrested after a protest by thousands of factory workers in the city of Noida,…
How viral hair artist Kayra Theodore turned childhood bows into a manifesto on freedom
Kayra Theodore’s hair show, “Untied,” reimagines the hairstyles that once made her a target into symbols of freedom, healing &…
Nicole Lynn Secures Historic $75 Million NFL Deal For Bijan Robinson
August 7, 2026The sports agent continues to reshape the business of football after negotiating another record-breaking NFL contract. Nicole Lynn…
Streamer Flex: Kai Cenat's Been Heavy In The Gym
Kai Cenat traded marathon streams for marathon workouts during a trip to one of New Jersey's most legendary — and…
With ‘Stuntboy,’ Kareem Edouard and the We Up Collective look to showcase more Black boys in children’s animation
Based on Jason Reynolds’ acclaimed illustrated novel and play, ‘Stuntboy’ aims to tackle conversations that can be difficult to navigate…
Dr. Monica Baskin Named 1st Black Woman To Lead NCI-Designated Cancer Center
August 6, 2026The nationally recognized health equity researcher will lead VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center.Dr. Monica L. Baskin has made…
Dr. Charis Chambers wants Black families to stop treating puberty like a secret
In “The Period and Puberty Parenting Revolution,” Dr. Chambers shares why honest, age-appropriate conversations can help children build healthier relationships…
[Op-Ed] 6-Month Jail Sentence For White Man Who Killed 2 Black Women Is Not Justice
OPINION: Jason Anthony Scott pleaded guilty to two counts of involuntary manslaughter and assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious…
Serena Page shuts down engagement rumors ahead of romantic Italy trip with Kordell Beckham
The “Love Island USA” winners say they’re focused on their relationship, not rushing a proposal.Nearly two years after winning “Love…
Jasmine Crockett remains skeptical Talarico can win Texas US Senate seat
The Texas congresswoman said she’s unconvinced by early polling and is watching campaign spending for signs the Senate race is…
Jedda Jones, Beloved ‘Ms. Dupree’ of The Tom Joyner Morning Show Passes Away
For generations of radio listeners, the unmistakable voice of “Ms. Dupree” was one of the highlights of The Tom Joyner…
Lidar analysis reveals more than 20,000 pre-colonial earthworks under Amazonian rainforest
Monumental earthworks under the rainforest canopy in Amazonia revealed in recent Light Detection and Ranging analysis Pärssinen, M., Kalliola, R.,…
Toddlers found alive days after mother and her ex-boyfriend died in Pennsylvania home
Authorities say the children spent roughly two days alone before both adults were discovered. The investigation remains ongoing.Two young sisters…
Huge nuclear bunker in Italy is set to become a Cold War museum
The West Star bunker, hidden in the hills near Lake Garda, has more than 100 roomsPhoto: Fabio MantovaniA subterranean military…
Olandria, Trinity Tatum, and more ‘Love Island USA’ stars light up Variety’s Power of Young Hollywood
Olandria Carthen, Serena Page, Trinity Tatum, Kayda Bosse, Melanie Moreno and Aniya Harvey brought villa star power to Hollywood.The “Love…
Tuskegee president Dr. Mark Brown explains university’s viral bonnet and durag dress code policy
After backlash over new dress code, Tuskegee University’s president says the policy is focused on “student success” and workforce preperation.Last…
Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigns as university launches new investigations into his qualifications
The renowned sociologist denied allegations of misconduct, saying public scrutiny had become overwhelming for his family.Professor Jason Arday has resigned…
Republicans Will Let Voters Keep Getting High
State House Considers Banning THC Products Sold In Stores And Smoke ShopsWednesday was a remarkable day at the General Assembly…
Michael B. Jordan FaceTimes Tulsa grandmother who proudly displayed his portrait on her family wall
After her post went viral, Jordan surprised the family with gifts, a FaceTime call and heartfelt thanks.Michael B. Jordan recently…
Why some Democratic socialists are winning Black voters — and others aren’t
Political strategists say Black voters are rewarding candidates who connect progressive policies to their lived experiences.As Democratic socialists and politically…
Millions Of People Have Lost SNAP Benefits Due To Trump Overhaul
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.As part of last year’s Big, Beautiful Bill, Trump made significant changes…
How ‘Pour Minds’ podcast hosts Lex P. and Drea Nicole built a sisterhood beyond the mic
From its sold-out tour to unfiltered conversations, “Pour Minds” podcast creates a space for Black women to laugh, let loose,…
Black ADHD Creator Brianne Saturdays Accuses White Influencer Of Copying Her Video ‘Word For Word’ — And Black Women Are Calling Out A Familiar Pattern
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Black ADHD content creator…
From Prodigal to Producer of the Year: Justin Radford’s Testimony in Music
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Once a prodigal, Justin Radford has since risen to become a celebrated…
Ari Lennox opens up about the ‘depressing’ financial stress of touring during London show
The “Shea Butter Baby” singer expressed that her bill from touring was “astronomical” during a performance at a festival in…
Puerto Ricans in San Juan area prepare for 48-hour water ration due to historic drought
Beginning Friday (Aug, 7), at least 140,000 Puerto Ricans may be impacted by the rationing, as Gov.Jenniffer González says, “This…
Dr. Erica Schwartz Becomes The 1st Black Woman Confirmed As CDC Director
August 6, 2026The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz to lead the Centers for Disease Control, putting a seasoned public health…
Forever First Family: Michelle Obama Celebrates Husband Barack’s 65th Birthday With Heartfelt Post
Barack Obama is celebrating another birthday with his first lady by his side. Michelle Obama took to social media to…
Dr. Erica Schwartz confirmed as first Black woman to lead the CDC
The Senate approved the physician and former deputy surgeon general to lead the nation’s top public health agency.The U.S. Senate…
Trump signs new order ending ‘birth toursim,’ recycling citizenship argument about ‘babies of slaves’
After the Supreme Court rejected his birthright citizenship order, President Trump is pursuing narrower executive actions expected to face court…
John James wins GOP primary, seeks to become Michigan’s first Black governor
The GOP nominee now faces Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson in the November general election.John James has won Michigan’s…