Michael Jackson’s music breaks streaming records after biopic release
“Michael” is also the highest-earning music biopic ever, surpassing “Straight Outta Compton” and “Bohemian Rhapsody.”The success of “Michael” is translating…
Rick Ross and French Montana are facing off in Verzuz. Here’s how to watch
The Rick Ross-French Montana Verzuz battle promises a night of hip-hop’s biggest club anthems.Two of hip-hop’s most decorated collaborators are…
Oh Mama! adidas Collabs With MENACE For A Mother’s Day Treat
Right on schedule for Mother's Day, adidas Originals has the momma's boys covered in the form of a sneaker collab…
1,000-year-old archaeological site bulldozed during construction of Mexico-US border wall
The Cabeza Prieta Wildlife Refuge, where a 1,000-year-old intaglio was recently bulldozed during construction the Mexico-US border wall Photo by…
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Artists made their mark at 2026 Met Gala
Amy Sherald sports a custom look by Thom Browne based her 2013 painting Miss Everything (Unsuppressed Deliverance) at the 2026…
A Virginia lawmaker, judge, and Fed governor. All Black women targeted by the Trump administration
“ goes back to the core element of Donald Trump himself as somebody who sees Black women as the number…
Tennessee Republicans propose new map that could eliminate state’s only Democratic congressional district
Tennessee Republicans unveiled a new congressional map that could split Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen’s Memphis district ahead of the 2026…
OWN Announces New Season Of 'Heart & Hustle: Houston'
OWN's "Heart & Hustle: Houston" looks like it is coming back with bigger stakes, deeper emotions and even more tensions.OWN…
Napheesa Collier says calling WNBA leadership ‘worst in the world’ was ‘a little dramatic,’ but has no regrets
Collier reflected on last year’s public clash with WNBA leadership while discussing the impact the standoff had on player negotiations.Napheesa…
Leasing Tech Helps Growing Black-Owned Businesses Find Success
Explore why leasing tech is a great choice for growing Black-owned businesses. See how it enhances innovation and reduces expenses.…
Md. Gov. Wes Moore unveils marker honoring Black boys buried at Maryland reform school
State leaders say the memorial is part of a broader effort to uncover the identities and stories of more than…
Pedro Reyes’s new Lacma commission sparks criticism in Mexico
Pedro Reyes's Tlali (2026) installed in the Geffen Plaza at the new David Geffen Galleries building at the Los Angeles…
What’s Trending: Celebrity Breakups, Viral Moments, and Lobster Leftovers
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.From high-profile relationship drama to viral video sensations and the curious afterlife…
‘She had a fresh, informed eye’: mural depicting late Venice Biennale curator Koyo Kouoh displayed in lagoon city
Derrick Adams, Heavy is the head that wears the crown, 2026, installation view© Derrick Adams Studio, Photo: Andrea Avezzù, Courtesy…
For better or worse, ‘The Real Housewives’ have been a crash course in financial literacy
For over 20 years, “The Real Housewives” have been inadvertently normalizing so many financial conversations. Editor’s note: The following article…
Blue Ain’t Budging! Blue Ivy Goes Viral For Refusing To Remove Her Shades On The Met Gala Red Carpet
October Gallery Museum Connecting People with Art since 1985Manager Blue isn’t going anywhere, and she’s not doing anything she doesn’t…
Spike Lee's Limited Edition Red NY Yankees Fitted Is Coming Back Courtesy Of New Era
Legendary filmmaker Spike Lee teamed with New Era Cap for a seven-piece limited-edition New York Yankees 59FIFTY collection.Spike Lee’s New…
S&M-inspired Greek Pavilion in Venice confronts its fascist chains
Installation view of Escape Room, the Greek Pavilion exhibition at the 2026 Venice Biennale© Ivan Erofeev Stepping inside the Greek…
Amanda Seales recalls 2023 sexual assault in new memoir series: ‘The experience revealed a lot to me about myself’
Amanda Seales releases “Crank Dat Through a Sexual Assault” as resource for sexual assault survivors and their loved ones. If…
Inside Beyoncé & JAŸ-Z Exclusive, Invite-Only Met Gala After-Party
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Beyoncé and JAŸ-Z went big for their return to the Met Gala,…
Kodak Black arrested on felony drug trafficking charges, pleads not guilty
The South Florida rapper was last arrested for drug possession in 2023. Kodak Black has been arrested again on drug-related…
Moroccan Reacts To Nick Cannon Letting Him Date But Not Twin Sister Monroe, Social Media Slams Unserious Seed-Spreader’s Double Standard
Nick Cannon’s son Moroccan entered the chat after social media slammed the hypocritical host for “encouraging” the 15-year-old to date,…
Comment | We must avoid amputating art in the name of preservation
Caravaggio’s Seven Acts of Mercy (1607) remains in a small chapel in Naples Photo via Wikimedia CommonsDiary of an art…
Allen Media Group’s HBCU GO unveils 13-week football schedule featuring classic showdowns, homecoming events and historic rivalries
Now in its 5th Season, the premier home for HBCU football delivers a curated slate of must-watch matchups to audiences…
The Bronx School of Hip-Hop among five new schools to open in New York City this fall
DJing, graffiti, breakdancing and emceeing are on the syllabus for students when their first day of class arrives later this…
5 Denzel Washington quotes on life, failure, and success that hit different in 2026
The two-time Academy Award winner has dropped one-liners in movies and TV shows for decades. His greatest wisdom might lie…
Dave Chappelle and Michelle Obama take jabs at Trump in ‘IMO’ interview: ‘Tried to tell the people’
In a near two-hour conversation the comedian, Craig Robinson and former First Lady dive into several subjects, from Chappelle’s upbringing…
Beware the technology rat trap: Cooper Jacoby’s standout contribution to New York’s Whitney Biennial
An installation view of several works by Cooper Jacoby at this year’s Whitney Biennial Photo: Darian DiCanno/BFA.com; © BFA 2026The…
Megan Thee Stallion opens up about living ‘two different lives’ and how her late grandmother kept her grounded
Megan Thee Stallion reflects on protecting her personal life, staying rooted in family, and navigating fame without losing herself.There’s Megan…
10 years after his death, the Muhammad Ali Center honors ‘The Greatest’ with a global ‘Day of Compassion’
The day of service extends beyond Ali’s hometown of Louisville and is calling on major cities like Atlanta, New York,…
Keke Palmer’s Hairstylist Breaks Down The Fiery Red Pixie Met Gala Hair Look That Had Everyone Talking
Just hours after the Met Gala, celebrity hairstylist Ashanti Lation gave 'HB' all the details on creating Keke Palmer’s dramatic…
Arthur Jafa: ‘America has always been a demonic state. And we love it’
Appropriation art: Arthur Jafa’s 2017 Incredible Hulk-inspired LeRage© the artist, photograph by Kerry McFate Whatever anyone makes of the American…
Donald Trump Pushes Anti-Trans Logic & Iran War Propaganda On Kids, Social Media Is Disgusted
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Donald Trump's brain is mush; it's that simple.There is no bottom when…
Cosmic, concrete, earthy: Nancy Holt’s Land Art on show in UK
Nancy Holt’s Hydra’s Head (1974) at the Goodwood Art Foundation © Holt/Smithson Foundation /Licensed by Artists Rights Society, NewYork. Photo:Ciaran…
See What Everyday Beauty Products Were Behind Some Of Our Favorite Viral Met Gala Looks
From SZA’s glow to Doja Cat’s hair, Met Gala glam gave luxury with products you can snag right now.The Met…
Today’s war, tomorrow’s loot: attempts at stemming the illicit trade in art
A photograph from 1945 showing General Dwight D. Eisenhower inspecting art stolen by Germans and hidden in a salt mine…
Philadelphia To Observe ‘Ona Judge Day’ May 21
May 6, 2026Ona Judge was formerly enslaved by George and Martha Washington.The Philadelphia City Council has officially designated May 21…
FBI reportedly raids state Democratic Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas’ offices
FBI agents were spotted searching the office of Democratic Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas on Wednesday morning.Weeks after Democratic…
Get Your Coins, Queen — Nia Long Challenges Lionsgate Over 'Michael' Pay Disparity With Male Co-Stars
The news of Long's pay discrepancy comes at a time when other figures in the production are seeing massive payouts.Amid…
Bernice King speaks out about Spirit Airlines’ 17,000 employees amid closure: ‘Behind every corporate headline are human beings’
Bernice King addresses Spirit Airlines closing its doors on Saturday, May 2, after financial hardship and the rising cost of…
Stefon Diggs learns fate in strangulation, assault case after two days of testimony
Diggs was accused of assaulting his former live-in chef.A Massachusetts jury on Tuesday found NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs not…
Kwanza Jones could make MLB history as the first Black woman majority owner
Kwanza Jones’ $3.9 billion agreement with the San Diego Padres could usher in the league’s first Black woman majority owner.For…
Black legislators lead the resistance as Republicans rush to redraw maps after gutting of Voting Rights Act
“This is our moment in time to resist, to persist, to fight back,” Tennessee State Rep. Justin J. Pearson tells…
Florida teen learns her fate after pleading guilty to stabbing high school boyfriend to death
Yakheim Lollar was a star athlete at Miami Northwestern High School when Jahara Malik stabbed him on Dec. 20, 2024.…
Pleasure, parody and propaganda: rethinking the art of illustration in a new history of the genre
Japanese ukiyo-e artist Kobayashi Kiyochika’s triptych of colour woodblock prints, Our Troops Set Up a Bivouac at Yingkou while Braving…
Ashlee Jenae’s fiancé absent from funeral as family’s quest for answers continues
Days after a viral proposal, a sudden death and lingering questions leave Ashlee Jenae’s grieving family searching for truth.This week,…
How a D.C. teacher got Lyft to sponsor her rides during Teacher Appreciation Week
In this exclusive, Eliany Puello shares how her post went viral, plus more deals and discounts for teachers this week.Teacher…
Former Pastor Says ‘God Doesn’t Need Your Money,’ Calls Out Prosperity Gospel Culture
May 3, 2026Reuben Armstrong, a former minister-turned-best-selling author and activist, is stepping into one of the most controversial religious debates…
Blue Ain't Budging! Blue Ivy Goes Viral For Refusing To Remove Her Shades On The Met Gala Red Carpet
Manager Blue isn’t going anywhere, and she’s not doing anything she doesn’t want to do!Blue Ivy Carter’s first appearance at…
Major protests take place at Venice Biennale previews
Pussy Riot at the protest outside the Russian pavilion© Nikita TeryoshinMajor protests have been staged across the Venice Biennale, after…
Douriean Fletcher: Jewelry of the Afrofuture at The Walters Art Museum
Last month, I attended the preview at The Walters Art Museum for Douriean Fletcher: Jewelry of the Afrofutureexhibition. Douriean Fletcher…
Larenz Tate hopes Black men do not take Black women’s loyalty for granted
Actor Larenz Tate opens up about his nearly 20-year marriage to wife Tomasina and his thoughts on Black love. Larenz…
The Game Pulls Up To NYC Club, Immediately Calls 50 Cent Out
Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Centuries later, The Game seems to be taking shots at 50 Cent…
Iran will not participate at the 2026 Venice Biennale
The organisers of the Venice Biennale have not yet provided a reason for Iran’s withdrawal from the eventPhoto: BojanikusIran has…
Supreme Court Justices Alito And Jackson Debate Voting Rights Decision
The argument centered on the Supreme Court's decision to bypass a traditional waiting period before a ruling is formalized. Last…
Barack Obama opens up about ‘genuine tension’ Trump era politics has created in his household
Obama said Michelle wants him to spend less time responding to politics and more time enjoying life together after the…
Angela Basset’s Met Gala Gown Is A Nod To Harlem Renaissance Painter Laura Wheeler Waring
May 5, 2026Angela Bassett didn’t just wear a gown—she wore history.Angela Bassett hit the 2026 Met Gala red carpet, outfitted…
Secret Service Shooting Near White House Triggers Brief Lockdown
Armed confrontation near the Washington Monument leaves suspect wounded and a juvenile bystander injured as authorities investigate motive.The White House…
Black Fashion Designers To Know Ahead Of Met Gala 2026
May 4, 2026These visionaries aren’t just meeting the theme—they are defining the new aestheticComing off the heels of last year’s…