Pop-up exhibition outside MoMA highlights connections between trustee Leon Black and Jeffrey Epstein
Activists erect a banner down the block from the Museum of Modern Art outlining the connections between its trustee Leon…
Rwanda makes Oscars history with first-ever submission, ‘Ben’Imana’
Rwanda’s first Oscars entry film “Ben’Imana” tells a story of reconciliation decades after genocide.Rwanda has made its first-ever submission for…
Jim Clyburn warns Black voters not to be ‘fooled’ by Trump as midterms near
The longtime South Carolina congressman says Democrats need to focus on affordability and stronger grassroots outreach to reconnect with Black…
Estate fallouts expose challenges of posthumous art ownership
The LOVE work by the late Robert Indiana (pictured in 2013) was the subject of a recent trademark infringement case…
Trump says White House is ‘looking at’ FBI investigation into Nolan Wells’ death
The president’s remarks come after Wells’ family and attorney Ben Crump called for a full federal investigation into the 18-year-old’s…
Artists create works inspired by Paul McCartney lyric for War Child charity auction
Paul McCartney (left) chose the lyric “Well the rain exploded with a mighty crash as we fell into the sun”…
Black Women In Atlanta Turn To Gun Clubs Amid Safety Concerns
October 7, 2026Brown said the organization began seeing another increase in interest last year, with a disproportionate number of new…
‘Are you white?’ attack texts against James Talarico turn quote about a DHS finding into a smear campaign
Texas voters are receiving political texts that open with “Are you white?” before attacking Senate candidate James Talarico over a…
Amazon To Pay $8.25 Million After Lawsuit Over Prime Deliveries in Black D.C. Neighborhoods
October 6, 2026The settlement will provide refunds to about 69,000 customers in Wards 7 and 8.Amazon will pay $8.25 million…
Sheinelle Jones returned to the campus where she met her late husband, and brought their son
Sheinelle Jones brought her 17-year-old son to Northwestern, where he heard the story of his parents’ engagement for the first…
Lil Duval Exposes the Hardest Person to Film With on Camp Duvall
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Lil Duval tells Incognito and DJ Misses why Camp Duvall went independent,…
All the times Telfar has left the fashion industry gagged
After Telfar shocked them all during Paris Fashion Week by livestreaming the show from Brooklyn, we rounded up 10 times…
Kiss The Ring! Social Media Erupts Over John Stewart Little-Boying Guy Gardner, Hal’s Death Reveal, Money-Swindling Maggie & More In ‘Lanterns’ Season 1 Finale
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Put on your power ring and enjoy these viral tweets, memes, and…
Black teen sues Colorado charter school after ‘slave auction’ graffiti named him, lawsuit says
The former student says months of racist harassment and threatening bathroom graffiti led him to leave in-person school.A Black former…
Keisha Lance Bottoms’ opponent offers job training to Black woman impacted by Trump cuts during debate
Keisha Lance Bottoms pledged to challenge federal cuts, while her Republican opponent, Rick Jackson, said he would help unemployed Georgians…
Here’s what you need to know about planning stress-free corporate retreats
Corporate retreats build team unity, but planning can feel overwhelming. Learn how to plan stress-free retreats for your team.Create memorable…
São Paulo’s Museu de Arte Moderna reopens after two-year renovation
The renovated Museu de Arte Moderna de São Paulo Photo by Ding MusaWhen the Museu de Arte Moderna de São…
Channing Dungey Is Set To Take the Reins Of MTV, BET, Nickelodeon, And More In Skydance Shake-Up
October 6, 2026The veteran Black TV executive is poised to oversee an expanded cable portfolio as Paramount and Warner Bros.…
Nolan Wells’ parents demand further investigation as FBI says there is no evidence of foul play
Three months after the 18-year-old was found dead near Mississippi’s Horn Island, his family says unanswered questions have made it…
The 2026 Midterm Elections Are Coming: Here’s What Voters Need To Know
The 2026 midterms are approaching. Here’s what you need to know before heading to the polls.Election season is creeping up,…
2 Alabama Teens Mow 50 Lawns For Free And Learn A Lesson In Entrepreneurship
October 6, 2026Ja’Torrian Taylor and Tevin Rice completed a community-service challenge and earned the equipment to grow their lawn-care business.Two…
Trump administration probes Wells Fargo over efforts to boost Black homeownership
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is examining whether the bank’s programs aimed at helping minority homebuyers violated federal…
5 Biggest Standouts for the Panthers Entering the Bye Week
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.There have been plenty of contributors to the team's strong start, but…
Matronage over patronage: the Prado and Rijksmuseum team up to research women rulers’ impact on art
Peter Paul Rubens and Jan Brueghel the Elder's The Infanta Isabel Clara Eugenia (around 1615) Courtesy of Museo Nacional del…
‘Mule Train,’ ATL’s New Black-Owned Restaurant, Bets On Southern Hospitality
October 5, 2026Mike and Shyretha Sheats are turning nearly a decade of pop-up experience into a restaurant built around food,…
Black students face federal charges for social media posts about Trump as his own threatening remarks draw scrutiny
Three University of South Alabama students were arrested and charged with making threats on social media towards President Trump.As President…
‘World controls that narrative’: Lizzo reveals she’s made peace with allegations against her as lawsuit from ex-backup dancers continues
The singer says she has stopped fighting public perception and is instead focused on growth, self-reflection and her work.Three years…
10 Freddie Jackson songs everyone should know, from ‘Rock Me Tonight’ to ‘You Are My Lady’
Remembering legendary R&B singer Freddie Jackson through the songs that made him a beloved voice of the ’80s and ’90s.This…
Not The (Champagne) Papi: Drake’s Rep Denies He’s The Father Of Former Flame Keshia Chanté’s Baby Amid Rampant Rumors
Drake’s team is putting the Champagne Papi paternity speculation to rest. Afte singer/ former 106 & Park Host Keshia Chanté…
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,…