Beyoncé Gifts $2 Million To The Studio Museum In Harlem For Her 45th Birthday
September 9, 2026The superstar’s contribution to Harlem’s Studio Museum comes as the institution enters a new era.Beyoncé Knowles-Carter marked her…
James Talarico calls FCC pressure on his Jimmy Kimmel interview ‘the most dangerous form of cancel culture’
The Texas Senate candidate says government pressure on media outlets should concern Americans regardless of political party.Texas Senate candidate James…
Timothy “Buc Wild” Joseph Of Star & Buc Wild Fame Dies At 47
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Timothy "Buc Wild" Joseph, the brother of media personality Troi "Star" Torain,…
Paris exhibition presents Tintoretto alongside his French fanboys
Left: Paul Cézanne's The Temptation of Saint Anthony (around 1870) and right: Tintoretto's Danaë (around 1570-83) Cézanne: photo: Kunsthaus Zürich;…
Byron Allen’s Freestyle Digital Media acquires ‘A Bloody Mess’ for September theatrical release
The dark comedy mockumentary will begin a limited theatrical run Sept. 18 before arriving on North American VOD platforms this…
Gospel Legend Kirk Franklin Partners With Uptown Records
September 9, 2026The 20-time Grammy winner’s new partnership with Uptown Records expands the label’s reach into gospel. Kirk Franklin is…
CultureCon NYC 2026 taps John Legend, Colin Kaepernick, Niecy Nash-Betts and more
The annual gathering of Black and multicultural creatives returns to Brooklyn with new programming centered on art, entrepreneurship and career…
Bank opens museum in Spanish city of Santander to display its 1,000-strong art collection
The new Faro Santander museum (second building from left) will help to cement the city’s burgeoning reputation as an art…
Outspoken juror in Lindsay Clancy trial reveals lone holdout and evidence he considered to deadlock jury
During an interview on CBS Mornings, Paula Devlin revealed to Gayle King that the holdout juror was a Black man.The…
Your Ultimate Guide to Packing for the One Voyage Cruise
From must-have essentials to smart space-saving tips, discover the ultimate packing checklist for your One Voyage cruise adventure.Packing for the…
Shaq Takes the Classroom: NBA Legend Teaches College Students Credit Mastery With Credit One Bank
September 10, 2026Shaquille O’Neal is using his business expertise to advance financial empowerment on college campuses nationwide. For decades, O’Neal…
Man arrested in connection with death of Tasia Fortune as medical examiner rules her hanging death a homicide
The mother-of-four’s body was discovered hanging from a tree on August 3. Now, police have arrested a suspect, while other…
A Palestinian Journalist Called Hakeem Jeffries An “AIPAC Monkey” & It Got Ugly
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Rula Jebreal went after Hakeem Jeffries over AIPAC and Israel. Then she…
19-year-old sentenced to probation after fatally shooting Michigan mall gunman in self-defense
Martinez Long avoided a criminal conviction for the shooting itself, but the judge questioned why he brought a gun into…
Swizz Beatz And Alicia Keys Partner With Bonhams To Help Artists Get Paid When Their Work Gets Resold
September 11, 2026The musical power couple is teaming with Bonhams on a voluntary resale royalty model that could put more…
Black father sues Massachusetts school district after son’s suicide attempt, alleging years of racist bullying
The lawsuit alleges school officials failed to stop repeated racial harassment that severely affected the teenager’s well-being.A Black father and…
Lil Durk found not guilty in federal murder-for-hire case in Los Angeles
The rapper was accused of orchestrating an attack on a longtime rival in 2022. He was facing a maximum sentence…
Ring The Alarm! The Right To TeleHealth For Abortion May Be Over [Op-Ed]
OPINION: I am not saying abortion access is like enslavement (though there is the thread of bodily autonomy running through…
Man discovers Denmark’s largest Viking Age silver hoard while digging a terrace in his garden
Photo: North Jutland Museums / Nordjyske MuseerDenmark’s largest known silver hoard from the Viking Age has been discovered in a…
Ne-Yo says he doesn’t want Beyoncé or Jay-Z level fame: ‘I don’t think I want that’
The R&B star says he values being able to sell out an arena one day and still live a relatively…
Your Fall 2026 Art Fairs Guide
Photo provided by Tanya Weddemire GalleryWhile people were vacationing for the summer, artists and gallerists were preparing for the upcoming…
Isaiah Russell-Bailey says he’s not close to his father, Chingy. Why is the internet trying so hard to discredit that?
Mixed reactions to Isaiah Russell-Bailey’s letter to his father Chingy raises a bigger question about why we’re so quick to…
Portrait of Bayeux Tapestry exhibition sponsor goes on view at British Museum amid scrutiny over ties to IDF
Igor Tulchinsky has launched a venture capital operation called WorldQuant Genesis, which has reportedly invested in “an Israeli defense-tech startup…
Taylor Townsend wins US Open doubles title, completing career Grand Slam on home soil
The victory gives Townsend titles at all four majors and comes one year after she and Katerina Siniakova fell short…
‘Disgusting behavior’: Trump slammed for getting in Black reporter’s face after being challenged on $5,000 dividends
ABC News correspondent Rachel Scott pressed Trump on his $5,000 election-year promise and his previous unfulfilled pledges to send Americans…
Chingy’s son Isaiah Russell-Bailey speaks out about their relationship: ‘Years of absence and neglect’
The 19-year-old actor disputed his biological father’s public account of their relationship and defended his mother against claims of manipulation.Isaiah…
‘P-Valley’ Is Back For One Last Dance: Season 3 Gets December Premiere Date & First Teaser
It’s officially time to head back to The Pynk for one final visit.STARZ has confirmed that P-Valley will return for…
ATL Bosses Cliff Vmir And Jayda Cheaves Go Big With ‘FEMMÈ Beauty Collaboration’
September 9, 2026The launch highlights partnership and scaleBeauty mogul Cliff Vmir and digital powerhouse Jayda Cheaves officially debuted their FEMMÈ…
Jalen Brunson is taking his championship season to ‘Saturday Night Live’
Months after leading the Knicks to their first NBA title in more than five decades, Brunson will host the Season…
From ‘Snowfall’ To Superstar: Gail Bean Steps Into Her Power As ‘The Drop’s’ Leading Lady [Exclusive]
The wait is officially over! The Drop: A Snowfall Saga has landed on FX and Hulu, bringing fans back into…
Aaron Pierre’s 10 Sexiest Moments That Prove He’s Hollywood’s Hottest Leading Man
Aaron Pierre has been having a serious moment, especially with Lanterns. Check out 10 of Aaron Pierre’s hottest moments inside.Aaron…
‘We are united’: King Charles III and President Macron attend private preview of London's Bayeux Tapestry exhibition
Britain's King Charles and France's President Emmanuel Macron at a preview event for the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition at the British…
5 Things You May Not Know About 2026 XCEL IMPACT Honoree Taye Diggs
September 9, 2026The celebrated actor, producer, and stage performer is among BLACK ENTERPRISE’s 2026 XCEL IMPACT Award honoreesFor more than…
Brooklyn Baddie From ‘The Gilded Age’ Comes Across The Bridge To Broadway
Denée Benton, known for her portrayal of Peggy Scott on 'The Gilded Age,' will appear on Broadway in 'School Girls;…
Workers Without College Degrees Are Thriving In A Tough Job Market
September 10, 2026The trend marks a departure from much of the past 20 years.Americans without college degrees are experiencing one…
‘We coming back’: Quavo confirms Migos reunion with Offset for final album and tour
The two surviving members plan to reunite after years of tension, solo projects and renewed signs of collaboration.Quavo says he…
Black People Found Hanging In 2026: The Deaths Raising Questions Across The Country
Unexplained deaths of Black people found hanging in 2026 have raised alarms and calls for accountability from communities across the…
The Bayeux Tapestry, damaged heritage in Iran, Tschabalala Self’s Trafalgar Square sculpture—podcast
A detail of the 11th-century Bayeux Tapestry© LFPN A. CazinFrom breaking news and insider insights to exhibitions and events around…
2Pac Was 90s Fine: 30 Years Later, We Remember His Best Looks
Thirty years after 2Pac's death, we're celebrating his lasting impact on hip-hop and looking back at the iconic looks that…
A big B’Day gift: Beyoncé gives $2m to the Studio Museum in Harlem
Beyoncé (left) has given $2m to the Studio Museum in Harlem (right) Beyoncé: Courtesy Parkwood Entertainment. Studio Museum: © Dror…
‘I made those!’: 11-year-old designer Brooke Sumpter makes history with American Girl collaboration
Brooke Sumpter is the first child and first Black child to partner with American Girl for a fashion collection with…
After styling Destiny’s Child, Tina Knowles steps in front of the camera for St. John
Tina Knowles is starring in her first solo fashion campaign at 72, fronting the relaunch of American luxury label St.…
Black 90s Cartoon Characters Who Helped Shape Our Vision Of The World
Here are some Black cartoon characters from the 1990s who helped shape how we see ourselves—and the world around us.Long…
UK to standardise auction data, as sector rallies support for a new trade body
The panel at The Art Business Conference on 8 September discussed the need for a UK visual arts trade body©…
11-Year-Old Designer Brooke Sumpter Makes NYFW Debut With American Girl
September 11, 2026The collection officially launched Sept. 9 and features four fashions for 18-inch American Girl dolls and a coordinating…
Snoop Dogg to host the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards
The veteran rapper and 13-time VMA nominee described the gig as a “full-circle moment.”Snoop Dogg has another career move to…
Jay-Z surprises Paris audience with Justin Timberlake, Pharrell Williams
The Brooklyn rap titan continues his summer takeover with special guests across the globe.Jay-Z brought some familiar names to share…
Snoop Dogg Biopic Cast Revealed: See Who’s Playing Hip-Hop Legends
Universal Pictures is bringing Snoop Dogg’s life story to the big screen, and the upcoming biopic has assembled a cast…
Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys launch resale royalty initiative with Bonhams
Kasseem Dean, Alicia Dean and Seth Johnson at the opening of Bonhams' new headquarters in May. Courtesy BonhamsBonhams has teamed…
Illinois students walk out to protest classmates accused of racist harassment of Black athletes
Lincoln-Way East students chanted “No place for racism” after five students at their school were identified in the incident.Students at…
You’re Not Called Until You’re Inconvenienced”: Inside Bishop S.Y. Younger’s Times Square Revival
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Bishop S.Y. Younger talks with Darlene McCoy about his Times Square revival,…
Lonnie Bunch, Smithsonian’s 1st Black Leader, Resigns Amid Trump Attacks
September 10, 2026Lonnie G. Bunch III is stepping down amid escalating pressure from the Trump administration.Lonnie G. Bunch III, the…
Timothy ‘Buc Wild’ Joseph, longtime ‘Star & Buc Wild’ radio personality, dies at 47
The former HOT 97 personality built a decades-long partnership and friendship with “Star” Torain.Timothy Joseph, the radio personality better known…
Jenny Holzer and Andy Goldsworthy win art world’s ‘Nobel Prizes’
Andy Goldsworthy and Jenny Holzer have been recognised for their work in sculpture and painting respectively Holzer: © The Japan…
5 Things You May Not Know About XCEL Award Honoree Dr. Bernard Harris
September 10, 2026The trailblazing astronaut, physician, entrepreneur, and philanthropist has spent decades turning groundbreaking achievements into opportunities for the next…
Chris Johnson reflects on football career and ALS battle: ‘My value is in the man that I am’
The former NFL star shared a heartfelt letter to his children detailing the emotional toll of his diagnosis.In an open…
Iran’s heritage experts race to repair damaged sites as negotiations stall
At Golestan Palace, a team of specialists collects, sorts and codes shattered wooden and decorative fragments Ministry of Cultural Heritage,…
Gail Bean is 33. So why is Hollywood already calling her ‘too old’?
After being passed over for roles because of her age, “The Drop” star Gail Bean is opening up about the…
Harlem’s Fashion Row Brought The Village Together In Style To Kick Off NYFW
The annual homecoming honored Black fashion leaders and awarded Waïna Chancy $100,000.Harlem’s Fashion Row (HFR) kicked off New York Fashion…
‘A tribute to everyday women’: Tschabalala Self's Fourth Plinth commission unveiled in London
The artist Tschabalala Self with her Fourth Plinth commission Lady in Blue in on Trafalgar Square, London Photo: Jeff Spicer…