A documentary about and largely filmed by blind girls offers a casually radical perspective
A scene from Éric Baudelaire's For the Moon (Car la lune, 2026) Courtesy New York Film FestivalThe historic conundrum of…
MELANATED MOMENTS: September Kicked Of Q4 With Style And Purpose
October 5, 2026September was so lit.This September, Black political and economic power took center stage in D.C. at the Congressional…
Victoria Rowell revisits claim that ‘Young and the Restless’ co-star spat in her face
The actress says professional jealousy and alleged racial mistreatment contributed to her decision to leave the daytime soap after playing…
Jennifer Hudson praises relationship with Common, shares fresh take on pressure for women to wed
Jennifer Hudson described her relationship with Common as “divine” while explaining why she has never felt pressure to get married.Jennifer…
A$AP Rocky Launches Full-Tuition Scholarship At Roc Nation School
October 7, 2026A$AP Rocky is giving one young leader a full-tuition path to the Roc Nation School at LIU.A$AP Rocky…
Judge Mathis responds to Judge Judy: “We built this country through forced labor and enslavement”
Judge Mathis responds to Judge Judy’s “go somewhere else” comments, arguing that Black Americans helped build the country through forced…
Supreme Court rejects Betty Shelby appeal, allowing Terence Crutcher civil rights case to proceed
The justices left intact a ruling that revived the excessive-force claim against the former Tulsa officer who fatally shot the…
BofF 500 Gala: Baby Bumpin’ Ciara Slays For 2 In Lace & Lingerie, Lala, Lori Harvey, Law Roach & More Pop Out At Paris Fashion Week
Ciara sizzled at the Business of Fashion 500 Gala in a barely-there lace and lingerie look as fellow fashionable faves…
Louvre Abu Dhabi appoints Souraya Noujaim as new director
Souraya Noujaim has a PhD in Islamic Art History and Archaeology from Paris Nanterre UniversityCourtesy of Louvre Abu DhabiLouvre Abu…
NAACP to launch voter protection hub ahead of 2026 midterms
The civil rights organization says its legal team will investigate claims of voter intimidation and suppression and take cases to…
CAA Names Former NFL Executive Dasha Smith Chief Operating Officer
October 7, 2026Smith will bring experience across sports, entertainment, technology, and corporate strategyCreative Artists Agency (CAA) has named longtime sports…
Tatyana Ali opens up about healing through dance during her ‘Dancing with the Stars’ journey
The actress and maternal health advocate says her “Dancing with the Stars” journey has unlocked unexpected emotions—and inspired her to…
Black family files civil rights complaint alleging 7 years of racial harassment in Illinois school district
The parents say their three children faced racial slurs, physical assaults and discriminatory treatment while school officials repeatedly failed to…
Remembering Freddie Jackson: 5 Songs That Defined an R&B Legend
Remember Freddie Jackson through five classic songs and a personal Karen Vaughn memory celebrating the R&B legend’s voice and legacy.Some…
When ‘You Always Come Through’ Becomes A Business Risk
October 6, 2026The reliable executive gets the difficult assignment.By Ebony Holden, Esq.“You always come through” sounds like recognition. Sometimes it…
Jamie Foxx says Kevin Hart’s roast made him cut jokes from his new stand-up special
Ahead of “Take Care of Yourself,” Foxx opened up about changing audiences, controversial comedy and his new perspective after a…
Banned Books Week Demands Our Attention To Protect Our Literary Heritage
During Banned Books Week, we must protect our stories against an ongoing coordinated campaign to restrict Black literature.The Bluest Eye.…
Fannie Lou Hamer Was ‘Sick And Tired’ Of Racism, And Sick And Dying Of Breast Cancer
October 6, 2026Hamer was born on Oct. 6, 1917 and died March 14, 1977 at age 59On Oct. 6, 1917,…
In Living Color Comedian Reggie McFadden Dies at 57
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.The Brooklyn-born comedian appeared on Def Comedy Jam, Martin and Curb Your…
‘Black Capital’ London Debut Connects Black Enterprises Directly With Investors
October 6, 2026The high-profile summit aims to transform under-capitalized markets.On Oct. 20, 2026, the United Kingdom’s financial and creative landscapes…
Lakers’ Ziaire Williams proposes to longtime girlfriend Paris Timan during Bruno Mars show
The Lakers forward got down on one knee during Bruno Mars’ Oct. 2 concert at SoFi Stadium as “Marry You”…
The “Living Single” Cast Has Become Podcast Clickbait Over A Beauty Debate Nobody Asked For
A viral podcast clip sparked backlash after men debated whether the beloved cast was attractive.Not too much on “Living Single.”There’s…
Freddie Jackson, beloved R&B singer known for ‘You Are My Lady,’ dies at 69
Jackson’s smooth vocals helped define romantic R&B across the 1980s and 1990s, earning him generations of devoted listeners.Freddie Jackson, whose…
Freddie Jackson Was The Soundtrack To A Generation’s Grown-Folks Love
From “Rock Me Tonight” to “You Are My Lady,” Jackson gave us the songs for cookouts, weddings, bedrooms, and every…
Inadequate public funding may be the biggest threat facing world heritage, study finds
Takiyyat Ibrahim al-Gulshani, Cairo Courtesy World Monuments FundWorld Monuments Fund (WMF) released key insights from a study on Wednesday (30…
NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Owens sued for defamation by three teens who were with Nolan Wells
The lawsuit says the former NFL star defamed the three teens after a Mississippi grand jury declined to indict them…
Here Is What You Need to Know About Protecting Your Family After a Serious Collision
Are you facing severe vehicle damage? Here is what you need to know about protecting your household after a multi-car…
Historic building in old Danish artist colony transformed into luxury hotel
The CORI Hornbaek Hotel and spa is dedicated to slow living and Scandinavian low-key luxuryPhoto © Anthony BogdanArt of Luxury…
Scott Evans is living in his ‘you’re right about me’ era
After 11 years at “Access Hollywood,” Scott Evans is his own boss for the first time, and he’s betting on…
Museum of the City of New York opens new centre for social activism
Installation view of Raise Your Voice: New York Activism at the new Puffin Foundation Center for New York Activism, Museum…
Best-Dressed Mess! Rihanna Dusts Off Bad Gal Behavior For EJ Johnson Shade As He’s Blocked From His Paris Fashion Week Hotel
Internet sleuths have clocked shade between Rihanna and EJ Johnson as the latter was blocked from reentering his Paris Hotel,…
Wes Moore calls Trump’s Baltimore event a ‘circus’ after White House speaking snub
Moore says he declined to attend after being told he could not speak about the multibillion-dollar deal his administration helped…
What We Need to Know: 2026 Midterms, Voting Rights, Health Recall
The midterm clock is ticking. Here's what we need to know on voter registration, Texas polling cuts, a drug recall…
Comment | ‘Britart’ started well in the 1990s—but it soon became as bad as Britpop
Pride of the North: Manchester music venue The Haçienda defined the 1990s musical landscape from which the Britpop bands emerged…
Cuffing season is coming & dating experts say it’s time to relearn how to connect
For lonely singles, the key to finding connection may be getting offline and practicing the skills of meeting people in…
Week In Review: Trump Restricts Student Loans And A’Ja Wilson Suffers No Fools
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Also, Christa Pike is reportedly in critical condition after being injected twice…
Phoenix Art Museum receives $5m gift for new Sri Lankan and South Asian art galleries
Pala Pothupitiye’s Lion (2024) Photo: Katie Jones-Weinert, courtesy Phoenix Art MuseumThe Phoenix Art Museum in Arizona has received a $5m…
Whittled-Waist Beyoncé Bares Her Bawwwdy In Curve-Clinging Bodysuit At ‘Jay-Z In 8’ Premiere, BeyHive Believes It’s Tour Time
Beyoncé had the BeyHive buzzing over the custom Rowen Rose bodysuit she wore at the Sept. 13 premiere of 'Jay-Z…
11 Books by Black authors releasing in October
Black Book Threads is a thing just in time for major new releases by Black authors. There’s a lot for…
Jay-Z-linked firm reportedly nears deal to buy LVMH’s stake in Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty
The reported deal would see LVMH exit Fenty Beauty while Rihanna maintains her stake in the company.Rihanna may soon have…
Halle Berry says she’s a domestic violence victim and ‘would never hurt’ her child
The Oscar winner is disputing allegations made by ex-husband Olivier Martinez as the former couple’s custody dispute continues. Halle Berry…
The Black women being left out of New York’s delivery debate
OPINION: A New York business owner says her company employs more than 200 people and warns the proposal could eliminate…
Kamala Harris calls Trump a ‘tyrant’ over remarks about Iran attacking California cities
The former vice president joined Gavin Newsom, Karen Bass and Todd Gloria in condemning Trump’s comments about Los Angeles and…
LA Mayor Karen Bass calls Trump’s remarks about Los Angeles and San Diego dangerous
The president made the comments while defending the costs of the Iran conflict and campaigning ahead of the November midterm…
Aminata Seck, HBCU basketball player detained by ICE, to be released from custody
Seck, who plays on the women’s basketball team at Kentucky State, was arrested on Aug. 7 at the Louisville Muhammad…
What We Need to Know: John James, Byron Donalds, and Black Voters in 2026 Governor Races
John James eyes history in Michigan, Donalds courts Black voters in Florida, smart tax moves, and a perfect 100. Here's…
Obama to join Abdul El-Sayed and Jocelyn Benson for Detroit rally ahead of Election Day
Obama will campaign alongside Michigan’s Democratic nominees for U.S. Senate and governor as voters begin casting ballots early.Barack Obama is…
Coco Gauff says she received an ‘insane’ amount of racist messages after China Open win
The two-time Grand Slam champion said criticism over a replayed point crossed into racism after her third-round victory in Beijing.Coco…
From Poverty To Punchlines: Ms. Pat Talks Turning Trauma Into Triumph In New Book ‘Ms. American Dream’ [Exclusive]
Ms. Pat has never been one to sugarcoat her story, and in her new memoir, Ms. American Dream, she proves…
Tyler Perry’s ‘Doing Life’ explores second chances with Naomi Baker and Jay Reeves
Perry says the film was inspired partly by people he has encountered and the resilience of those navigating difficult circumstances.Tyler…
Cory Booker says renaming USS Doris Miller after Trump would ‘vandalize’ Navy history
The senator introduced three bills as the Trump administration considers renaming an aircraft carrier currently honoring the Pearl Harbor hero.Sen.…
HRC president says attacks on civil rights give Black and LGBTQ voters shared stakes in 2026
Kelley Robinson says Democrats learned from 2024’s anti-trans attacks and sees new opportunities for Black and LGBTQ voters to build…
John P. Kee Defends Kirk Franklin’s Collaboration With GloRilla, “Leave Kirk Alone”
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.John P. Kee is not feeling the division online surrounding Kirk Franklin’s…
‘The struggle creates genius’: as it grows and matures, Atlanta Art Fair spotlights the city’s hard-working artists
Visitors at the 2026 edition of the Atlanta Art Fair, until 4 October Photo: Vi Dao @viavividmessFew major expos can…
Over 100,000 Cases Of Gatorade Recalled
Over 100,00 cases of Gatorade has been recalled in more than 30 states, see how you're affected by this recall.OOver…
Fifth edition of Mexico's Guadalajara Art Week reaffirms city’s status as a cultural destination
Alejandro García Contreras's studio at a former train hangar during Guadalajara Art Week Photo © Constanza Ontiveros VadlésIn its fifth…
Former Secretary of Education Rod Paige’s life to be turned into mini-biopic
Woody McClain will portray the pioneering educator who made history as the nation’s first Black U.S. Secretary of Education.On World…
KKK attempts ‘Knights Party’ rebrand while maintaining white nationalist beliefs
The group’s leadership says its focus on faith, family and white nationalism is part of an effort to attract new…
Florida Cop Who Killed Airman Roger Fortson Found Not Guilty Of Manslaughter
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Eddie Duran was acquitted by a jury on Thursday, after his attorney…
Tisha Campbell almost turned down ‘Martin’ — until Martin Lawrence showed up at her mother’s house
The actress had already secured a 13-episode ABC commitment when Lawrence made a personal pitch for her to play Gina.Tisha…