Michael Jackson, Motown and Philly: The Jacksons’ Philadelphia International Era
Michael Jackson & His Brothers Connected With the Sound of Philadelphia and Learned True Philly soul.Michael Jackson’s new biopic, Michael,…
Slags, bings and pipelines: Edinburgh landscape offers fitting backdrop for exhibition on fossil fuel extraction
Installation view of Extraction in Jupiter's Ballroom GalleryPhoto: Sally Jupp. Courtesy of Jupiter ArtlandIn this monthly column, Louisa Buck looks…
Report Says Black Youth Are 8 Times More Likely Than White Peers To Be Strip-Searched By UK Police
April 26, 2026The report detailed that Black children account for more than a third of all child strip searches in…
Big Tech data centers are the new frontier in environmental fight to protect Black communities
Deregulations enacted by the Trump administration and the explosion of AI technology are putting Black Americans, particularly in the South,…
Virginia Dedicates $9M African Landing Memorial To Honor First Enslaved Africans
April 26, 2026Community members in Hampton, Virginia, were joined by state leaders to dedicate the African Landing Memorial Plaza, which…
Madam Prez! Lori Flowers Named President-Elect of MIW Radio
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio (MIW) tapped into our Urban One fam as Lori Flowers is now its new…
Richie Branson Presents Latest Creation, Tax Evaders Video Game
April 25, 2026The retro-inspired game can be played in your web browserGame developer Richie Branson partnered with All For America…
Trump uses shooting at WH Correspondents’ Dinner to justify $400 million White House ballroom
“This event would never have happened with the Militarily Top Secret Ballroom currently under construction at the White House,” Trump…
Southwest Passenger Says She Was Forced To Buy An Extra Seat Because Of Her Weight
April 24, 2026The traveler claims that the policies and a lack of concrete assessments led to her paying for the…
The Photography Show fair’s 45th edition explores medium’s full history from its origins to AI
Drift, Empire State of Mine, 2024 © Drift, Courtesy Robert Mann GalleryThe Association of International Photography Art Dealers (Aipad) opens…
Employer Honors ‘Fair Chance Month’ To Show Improved Company Culture Thanks To Second-Chance Hires
April 25, 2026One employer is marking Fair Chance Month by championing second-chance hiring and highlighting its positive impact on company…
Lover Girl Gone: Megan Thee Stallion Savagely Outs ‘Cheating’ Klay Thompson, Says Sinister Splash Brother Was ‘Unsure He Could Be Monogamous’
Come outside, Klay… The hotties just want to talk! Klay Thompson doesn’t play football but fans say he fumbled after…
Two Black Yale Students Raise $5.1M To Build AI Networking Platform Series
April 25, 2026Nathaneo Johnson and Sean Hargrow created the platform, Series, a next-generation social networking platform.Two Black Yale students are…
The Black Watch’: BOSSIP & Cassius Travel To Hillman To Talk ‘A Different World’ On Netflix–’It’s Needed’
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985From the yard to your screen, Hillman’s homecoming is on the way…
From the World Cup and the Olympics to two new museums: upcoming cultural attractions in Los Angeles
The SoFi in LA is the world's most expensive stadium Noel VasquezIf the David Geffen Galleries and the Lucas Museum…
White TikToker Checked For Claiming ‘Hood Prom’ Happens Because Black Girls Won’t Get Married
April 26, 2026The Tiktoker was slammed by other creators for her racist, and unfounded, claims. A white TikToker was checked…
Trump evacuated from White House Correspondents’ Dinner after shooting
President Donald Trump was unarmed and confirmed shooter was in custody.President Donald Trump and several administration officials were evacuated at…
Sherrone Moore: Ex-Assistant Paige Shiver Talks Alleged Emotional Manipulation, Reveals Ex-Coach's Reaction To Her Pregnancy
If ol’ boy thought that this story was over and he wouldn’t have to hear about it anymore, he’s got…
‘The extremely happy part of the crowd’: Hungarian arts figures hope for change after 16 years of Orbán rule
Péter Magyar after his speech during the Tisza party's election night event in Budapest on 12 April Photo: ZUMA Press…
Diego Rivera’s grandson donates more than 150,000 objects to Mexico City’s Museo Anahuacalli
Juan Rafael Coronel Rivera Courtesy Museo Anahuacalli, Mexico CityThe project that Diego Rivera envisioned as a future “city of the…
Citing ‘disfavored’ white men, DeSantis signs law eliminating local DEI programs in Florida
The move is the latest from the Florida governor, who signed the ‘Stop WOKE Act’ into law in 2022.Florida Governor…
Ethiopia begins construction on $12.5B airport set to become Africa’s largest
Ethiopia begins construction of Africa’s largest airport, a $12.5 billion project in Bishoftu set to boost regional travel, trade and…
The Makings Of ‘Michael’ — Nia Long & Colman Domingo On Bringing The Jackson Family Drama To Life [Exclusive Video]
When a film dares to take on someone as iconic as Michael Jackson, you already know the conversation is going…
Caravaggio and Rubens works destroyed by fire in Second World War are brought back to (digital) life
Master of the Schöppingen Altarpiece’s Crucifixion of Christ and Scenes from His Passion (1450-60) was among the works destroyed in…
I Was ‘In Crisis’ — Kehlani Reveals The Dark Spiral That Led To Her Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis
In a new interview with Vibe published April 22, Kehlani revealed that she finally has the “tools” to navigate challenges…
Black Ohio woman turns to GoFundMe, crowd sourcing while facing years in Bali prison over marijuana charge
What initially was a birthday trip for the woman’s mother has turned into a “nightmare.”What would have been a dream…
KevOnStage: Is KevInTrouble?
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Comedian KevOnStage latest interview sparks massive online debateKevOnStage is in the middle…
Drake & Adin Ross Named in Another Illegal Gambling & Racketeering Lawsuit With Stake
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Drake, Adin Ross, and DJ Akademiks are being sued in New Jersey…
A teaspoon at a time: how LACMA built its collection
A visitor to Lacma in 1967 Photo: © Museum Associates/LACMAEvery day, couples get engaged, tourists take photos, friends meet and…
Black excellence and bold fashion take center stage at the 2026 TIME100 Gala
From Keke Palmer to Coco Jones, this year’s honorees didn’t just shape culture; they defined the night’s most memorable style…
The Black Watch’: BOSSIP & Cassius Travel To Hillman To Talk 'A Different World' On Netflix–'It's Needed'
From the yard to your screen, Hillman’s homecoming is on the way to Netflix and we’re weighing in. Today, the…
Tyler Perry’s ‘The Oval’ season 7 vanishes from Paramount Plus days after surprise drop
The new season appeared without warning—and disappeared just as quickly—leaving fans who didn’t binge in time searching for answers.Fans of…
Don’t Stop ’Til You Slay Enough! A Gallery Of Really BAD Baddies, Shamonin’ Stunners & P.Y.T.'s Who Brought The Hee-Heat To ‘Michael’ Premiere Week
Moonwalk this way and enjoy these spectacular slays from 'Michael' premiere weekDon’t stop ’til you slay enough!Everybody and their mama…
Trump resurrects calls to arrest Barack Obama, accuses him and others of ‘treason’ in late-night posts
“This isn’t just false; it’s reckless,” former DOJ official Anthony Coley tells theGrio after President Trump’s Truth Social posting spree.President…
Nia Long Shares The Bold Fashion Choices That Went Into Her Portrayal Of Catherine Jackson
We spoke to the cast of the 'Michael' biopic and Nia Long opened up about deliberate fashion choices she made…
Megan Thee Stallion confirms split with Klay Thompson after cheating allegations: ‘I need a REAL break’
After another heartbreak due to infidelity, the Houston rapper is putting a pause on things after sharing the news on…
Recently restored castle in Norwich among five institutions shortlisted for UK’s top museum prize
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Norwich Castle Museum & Art GalleryPhoto: © David Levene; Art Fund 2026A…
Biggest Moments From The 2026 NFL Draft
This year's draft kicked off with a bang! Tap in for a recap of an eventful First Round that featured…
Despite mixed reviews, ‘Michael’ on track to smash box office records
Critics have panned the movie, while longtime Jackson fans have turned out in droves to see the story of the…
Paige Shiver reveals pregnancy in relationship with former U of Michigan coach, Sherrone Moore
Paige Shiver reveals she became pregnant during her relationship with former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore, sharing details in an emotional…
Rickey Smiley & Ryan Cameron Honored with 2026 Radio Hall of Fame Nomination
Please join us in congratulating two iconic members of the Urban One family on their monumental achievements! The Museum of…
A Brush With… Hurvin Anderson—podcast
Hurvin Anderson, 2026Photo Tate Photography (Lucy Green)In this podcast, based on The Art Newspaper's regular interview series, our host Ben…
‘A Different World’ revival takes shape as production wraps in Atlanta
The “A Different World” sequel introduces a new generation at Hillman College, blending returning fan favorites with fresh faces as…
First Look At Is God Is: Kara Young, Mallori Johnson & Vivica A. Fox Lead A Gritty Revenge Tale You Won’t Forget
The first look at Is God Is has officially arrived. Read more about the film and check out first-look photos…
Lack of accountability after crush of crowds at Haiti’s Citadelle Laferrière kills 25
Citadelle Laferrière, Haiti Photo: Rémi Kaupp, via Wikimedia CommonsAn unauthorised event at Haiti’s historic Citadelle Laferrière earlier this month ended…
Ex-cop arrested for plotting mass shooting at New Orleans Jazz Festival to ‘harm Black people’
Christopher Gillum, 45, was booked in the Florida panhandle and during his arrest, police discovered 200 rounds of ammunition and…
Cynthia Bailey & Clark Atlanta Designers Dominate The Runway At 'Power Walk Atlanta: Red Heel Takeover'
Clark Atlanta University teamed up with The Devil Wears Prada 2 for a red heel takeover. Check out photos from…
Emma Grede explains why she didn’t invest in Ami Colé but went on to hire its founder for SKIMS
Emma Grede dropped the book “Start With Yourself” on Tuesday, April 14, and has launched a viral book tour.After the…
‘Summer House’ star Ciara Miller joins long lineage of Black stars to compete on ‘Dancing with the Stars’
Ciara Miller from Bravo’s “Summer House” is set to compete on “Dancing With the Stars” this fall for season 35.Ciara…
Ex-North Carolina Cop Christopher Gillum Arrested For Alleged Plot To Kill Black People At New Orleans Jazz Festival
When you’re Black in America, there is always someone, somewhere plotting to take your life. You can bet on that.…
Days after Chi Osse’s arrest, Mamdani launches Deed Theft Prevention Office in continued outreach to Black communities
The new office, led by a homeowner assistance attorney, will target deed theft, a form of fraud that affects Black…
Recently restored castle in Norwich among five institutions shortlisted for UK's top museum prize
Norwich Castle Museum & Art GalleryPhoto: © David Levene; Art Fund 2026A Norwich castle will compete with the National Gallery…
We Almost Forgot Chloe Bailey Had Locs Because Of This Look
Chloe Bailey and The Hair Poet keep pushing loc versatility—and we love it.Chloe Bailey blessed our timelines on April 23,…
Vancouver Biennale names senior curator for 2027-29 edition
Marcelo Dantas, curator of the 2027-29 Vancouver Biennale, pictured at Sfer Ik in Mexico, where he serves as art director…
‘Just listen’: Michael Beasley opens up about grief and the pain of being misunderstood
In an emotional conversation with Shannon Sharpe, Michael Beasley tears up as he remembers his late mother and his time…
Trump slams Candace Owens as ‘Low IQ’ in post claiming conservative host ‘USES RICH WHITE MEN’
“Candace Owens’ stock, which was never very high, has fallen a long way,” President Donald Trump wrote in a Truth…
Ludacris on New Heat, Pullover & Fast Fam
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Ludacris reflects on his musical evolution, passion for high-speed vehicles, and the…
Jada Pinkett-Smith’s Hair Journey Through The Years
Jada Pinkett-Smith recently shared her hair regrowth journey. To celebrate her growth, let's explore her hair journey through the years.UPDATE…
Biological parents identified in ongoing case involving Florida IVF embryo mix up
A Florida couple confirms the biological parents of their IVF baby have been identified as the embryo mix up case…
Spelman College makes history with first-ever co-campus homecoming queens, ignites online debate
This is the first time in the Miss Spelman pageant’s 43-year history that two students have been crowned co-queens.Spelman College…