Javits Was Supposed to Be Here
Eight years after Junior, the Bronx is burying another 15-year-old. “Crime is down” is not an answer. I walked the…
Slayyys By The Sea! A Gallery Of Hampton Hotties Who Elevated The Standard Of Excellence At Homecoming 2026
Slayyys by the sea! Source: IG: @ayannaalexiss The illustrious Hampton University continues to thrive as the “Standard of Excellence” with…
New Getty grant initiative supports museums’ accessibility and engagement efforts
WIKINO: Reunion, Big Soldier Family, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma on 1 July 2021 Courtesy of First Americans Museum, Oklahoma City,…
Comment | An open letter to Pope Leo XIV in defence of AI-generated art
Pope Leo XIV greets attendees following a mass in Vatican City on 15 August 2026 Photo: Marco IacobucciPress any key…
Run-DMC’s Darryl McDaniels involved in Los Angeles freeway crash with garbage truck
The rapper was riding in an SUV on the 105 Freeway when the collision occurred. His representative says everyone involved…
SZA reportedly nearing Coachella 2027 booking alongside Dua Lipa and Tame Impala
TMZ says the three acts are close to joining next year’s festival, but organizers have not announced the official lineup.SZA…
Comment | Seabed heritage is facing catastrophic destruction on multiple fronts
A new study has noted that only 0.2% of shipwrecks worldwide lie in areas classified as fully protected, where mining…
Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder says Keisha Lance Bottoms could be key to stopping racial gerrymandering in Georgia
Holder says electing a Democratic governor could give Democrats a crucial check on Republican efforts to redraw congressional and state…
Cerina Fairfax’s sister calls for divorce law reform six months after former Virginia lieutenant governor killed her
Arisce Wanzer recalls her sister’s final months and questions Virginia’s one-year separation requirement.Six months after Dr. Cerina Fairfax was killed…
15-year-old Bronx student fatally shot on way to school, father believes bullying may be connected
Javits Frimpong moved to New York from Ghana just a year ago in search of a better life. His father…
Here’s The BEST Halloween Candy, According to Every State
Which Halloween Candy Reigns Supreme Near You?Halloween has been celebrated for centuries, with roots tracing back to the ancient Celtic…
Downsizing and debt swaps: Pace Gallery files latest UK accounts
Pace's London gallery at Hanover Square © Pace GalleryIn the wake of public retrenchment over the summer, Pace Gallery’s UK…
T.I. and Tiny’s 10-year-old daughter Heiress Harris wows WNBA Finals crowd with national anthem
Heiress Harris drew praise online after performing “The Star-Spangled Banner” ahead of Game 6 between the Atlanta Dream and Golden…
RFK Jr. Claims Arabs ‘Don’t Produce Science’ Or Literature, Because White Nationalists Are Running The US
But even RFK being factually wrong is beside the point. The government is supposed to represent the people — meaning…
Overlooked, overstimulated, and finally seen: Black women on late ADHD Diagnoses
A growing number of Black women are getting ADHD diagnoses as adults and advocates like Brianne Saturdays are helping them…
Beyoncé chose to fund Cécred herself after investors pushed to cut research costs, Tina Knowles reveals
The superstar’s commitment to developing high-quality haircare products led her to reject outside investment, and the decision appears to be…
Behind a Van Gogh picture: the stories revealed on the reverse
The reverse of Van Gogh’s Daubigny’s Garden (June 1890)Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam (Vincent van Gogh Foundation)Adventures with Van Gogh is…
‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star Porsha Williams’ ex-husband Simon Guobadia faces federal tax charges
Prosecutors allege two 2021 tax filings contained false financial information tied to Guobadia and his petroleum company.Businessman Simon Guobadia is…
What We Need to Know: Israel Deadlocks, a Mississippi Family Seeks Justice and Hollywood Mourns a Legend
Political tensions escalate in Israel amid ongoing deadlock, a Mississippi family continues their battle for accountability, and Hollywood mourns the…
Largest ever Piero della Francesca exhibition to open at London’s National Gallery
Piero della Francesca, The Nativity (early 1480s)Photo: The National Gallery, LondonThe National Gallery in London will open the largest ever…
North Carolina HBCU Students March Miles To Vote After Campus Polling Sites Removed
October 29, 2026Students at North Carolina A&T, the nation’s largest historically Black university, walked approximately 45 minutes to reach the…
Mary J. Blige calls out booing fan during Las Vegas residency, sparking mixed reactions
The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul had some choice words for a concertgoer who interrupted her performance, but not everyone agrees…
A Look Back at 20 Sexy Celeb Halloween Costumes We Love
Halloween isn’t just for kids anymore. Over the years, the holiday has become increasingly popular among adults, with celebrities taking…
Visual war and the underwater secrets of the Inca
El Huarco’s cliff structures, made by the Inca in the 15th century, were designed to be seen from the sea…
Angel Reese makes WNBA finals history as Atlanta Dream forces game 7
The Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 80-69 at State Farm Arena on a record breaking Thursday night for…
14 spooky movies and shows to stream this Halloween weekend
From “The ‘Burbs,” to “The Blackening,” “A Haunted House,” and more we round up 14 movies and shows to stream…
They BRAGG Different! A Gallery Of FAMU Baddies Who Sssslayed On The Highest Of Seven Hills At Homecoming 2026
They BRAGG different! Source: IG: @jaylamariearchivee/@/j.aylamarie There’s something special about those Rattlers of Florida A&M University known for its world-renown…
As protests in Georgia intensify again, a new private museum puts focus on the country’s artists
The dramatic new home of the Kvareli Foundation (right) sits in countryside around 150km east of the Tbilisi Courtesy MidamoGeorgia’s…
Latto says criticism fuels her success: ‘Now I’ve got a point to prove’
Latto says she uses criticism as motivation rather than allowing online negativity to slow her down.27-year-old Atlanta rapper, Latto, says…
Kanye West reportedly offered Kirk Franklin beats anonymously to avoid upsetting Christian community
Franklin said he wasn’t willing to conceal Kanye’s involvement just to make the collaboration more palatable to the Christian community.Kirk…
2,500-year-old solar observatory identified in Mexico
The recently identified 2,500-year-old solar observatory at Teteles de Ávila Castillo in Puebla, Mexico Photo: Alberto Diez Barroso Repizo, INAHAn…
Jeezy says today’s trap artists are ‘hurt,’ believes hip-hop’s older generation failed them
The Atlanta rap veteran says today’s music reflects what younger artists are living through and believes his generation bears some…
‘Refund Now’ — Keyshia Cole Faces Backlash After Seemingly Struggling Through Texas Performance
Keyshia Cole has fans expressing concern after viral videos showed the R&B songstress seemingly struggling through performances and turning one…
Art Toronto reflects Canadian art community’s focus on sustaining domestic ecosystem
Lynn Donoghue's Untitled (Watching) (1996) at Art Toronto Photo: Jenna Marie WakaniThere is something strangely comforting about this year’s edition…
Black-Owned Transportation Company Keeps Magic City Classic Rolling For Nearly 20 Years
October 30, 2026Led by Reginald Haslam Jr., the company’s president and CEO, Vectour Group transports more than 13,000 attendees annually.An…
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott tells Black voters ‘freedom is on the ballot’ in 2026
Scott urged Black voters to turn out, protect hard-won civil rights and stay engaged with elected officials after Election Day.At…
Pity The Fool: Black ICE Supporter To Be Deported For Expired Visa
Samuel Sey, a pro-ICE MAGA blogger born in Ghana who supports deportation, is now in custody himself for overstaying his…
‘Encounter the unexpected’: Harry Houdini exhibition commemorates the famed illusionist on the centenary of his death
Unidentified photographer, Houdini in his home office, around 1925 Courtesy of the Ken Trombly CollectionThe famed escape artist Harry Houdini…
Can Black men swing Texas for James Talarico? Strategists are betting on it with ads
A coalition of Black political operatives is testing a new messaging strategy aimed at persuading Black male voters in one…
Anderson .Paak, Cordae Hit NYC For ‘Heavy Is The Crown’ Pop Up [RECAP]
Anderson .Paak and Cordae hosted fans in NYC for one last pop-up event in celebration of their new joint album,…
Shannon Sharpe blames North Carolina A&T for canceled homecoming appearance
Sharpe says weeks of planning for a live “Nightcap” broadcast fell apart after the university introduced additional financial demands. Shannon…
Keke Palmer and son Leo recreate Michael and Janet Jackson’s iconic ‘Scream’ video for Halloween
The actress and her 3-year-old son are keeping their elaborate Halloween tradition alive with a tribute to the King and…
Letitia James faces legal challenge over role in Cornell sexual assault investigation
A lawyer for one of the men named in a civil lawsuit argues the New York attorney general’s public comments…
The best celebrity Halloween costumes of 2026 so far
From Keke Palmer and her son to Janelle Monáe, North West, John Legend, and more, we round up our favorite…
Federal investigation into Ilhan Omar expands to marriage and family records, report says
Investigators are reportedly examining a long-running marriage-fraud allegation that Omar has repeatedly denied.A federal investigation involving Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar…
The Soft Life Isn’t Just About Spa Days – It’s About Making Your Everyday Life Easier
Discover four innovative SharkNinja appliances designed to simplify cooking, cleaning, and hydration, so you can reclaim your time, prioritize self-care,…
Eric Holder urges Black voters to fight gerrymandering: ‘My vote doesn’t count’ is ‘nonsense’
The former U.S. attorney general says Republican-led redistricting is weakening Black political power and urges voters to push back at…
Celebrated photographer Pipo Nguyen-duy and his wife murdered by his son, according to police
Pipo Nguyen-duy Courtesy Oberlin CollegePipo Nguyen-duy, a celebrated photographer and a monumental figure on a small campus in rural Ohio,…
Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD Awards $25K To Camp HBCYouth, Inspiring Future HBCU Students
October 30, 2026The grant will help the organization bring more children to HBCU campuses, employ additional college students, and make…
Iyanla Vanzant Says Elder Black Community Failed R. Kelly
Iyanla Vanzant asked R. Kelly for forgiveness in a recent interview, where she also said the elder Black community as…
A brush with… Sung Tieu—podcast
Sung TieuPhoto: Vitali GelwichIn this podcast, based on The Art Newspaper's regular interview series, our host Ben Luke talks to…
New book explores how Ukraine’s artists are shaping the memory of war
Cover illustration by Kyiv-based Ukrainian artist Sergiy MaidukovCourtesy Jonathan CapeAs the war grinds on in Ukraine, almost five years after…
Stevie Wonder Files Lawsuit To Evict Ex-fiancée Living At His L.A. Property
October 30, 2026The music legend’s dispute with former fiancée Carmen Efferson underscores how decades-old informal arrangements can create costly complications.Stevie…
Hong Kong’s M+ Museum launches alliance with Centre Pompidou and MoMA as part of fifth anniversary celebrations—podcast
M+ in Hong Kong Photo: Iwan Baan. © Herzog & de Meuron. Courtesy of Herzog & de MeuronIn the five…
Queer Black Woman Sues Kennedy Center For Racial Discrimination In The Workplace
October 29, 2026The lawsuit claims managers repeatedly questioned Metcalf’s whereabouts and monitored her restroom breaks.A former Black employee of the…
Kirk Franklin says he no longer feels the need to explain himself ahead of new album, ‘I Am What I Am’
The Grammy-winning gospel artist reflected on his creative journey, the personal experiences that shaped his relationship with music and his…
Obama says White House focused on Cheesecake Factory joke instead of inflation
Former President Barack Obama criticized the Trump administration during a Georgia campaign rally, on its response to his Cheesecake Factory…
Iyanla Vanzant apologizes to R. Kelly, says Black community abandoned him
The spiritual adviser questioned why people who profited from the singer’s career failed to offer him support, even as allegations…
The History Of Black Surnames In America: The Powerful Stories Behind The Names We Carry
For millions of Black Americans, surnames represent far more than family identity—they embody centuries of resilience, resistance, and reinvention across…
Trump says Black voters are crazy if they vote for El-Sayed, then adds, ‘They’re crazy anyway’
The president targeted Black and Jewish voters while attacking Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed just days before Election Day.President…