Tennessee Three’s Justin J. Pearson says Harris ‘fought for us,’ so he’s returning the favor
The day after two young Black Tennessee state lawmakers were expelled last year by majority white male Republicans, Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to Nashville on a whim to condemn the ousters in a non-scripted fiery speech. It was a remarkable move for a sitting vice president to engage in such state-level controversy. Reps. Justin […]
Wendy Williams reacts to Diddy’s alleged crimes; ‘It’s just so horrible’
Despite her show no longer being on air, Wendy Williams is still keeping up with pop culture’s “hot topics.” Since federal agents arrested Sean “Diddy” Combs on sex trafficking and abuse charges, users across social media have imagined what the notoriously outspoken television host would say about the situation. This week, in an interview with […]
Powered by candy, music and big plays, Colorado 2-way star Travis Hunter in mix for Heisman trophy
DENVER (AP) — Travis Hunter’s timing is nothing but impeccable — even when it comes to striking a Heisman pose. Colorado’s defensive back-receiver called an audible on a plan coach Deion Sanders had suggested, which was to break out the iconic pose after a touchdown catch. It felt too early after his first-quarter score in a 48-21 win […]
Beyoncé set to compete in the country category at the 2025 Grammy Awards
After years of being shut out of the category, Beyoncé may finally earn her first country nomination. According to sources at The Hollywood Reporter, Beyoncé’s latest album “Cowboy Carter,” will be in the running for the Best Country Album award. Last week, The Recording Academy reportedly began the first step in the Grammy nomination process […]
Naomi Campbell’s charity falsely claimed to be a UNICEF partner, UN claims
The saga of Naomi Campbell’s charity, Fashion for Relief, continues. Nearly a week after it was revealed the organization was misusing funds and Campbell was banned from being a charity trustee in the UK for the next five years, more of the 19-year-old organization’s alleged misconduct has come to light. In 2022, the charity was […]
Jury deliberating fate of 3 former Memphis officers charged in Tyre Nichols’ fatal beating
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The future of three former Memphis officers charged with violating Tyre Nichols’ civil rights in a beating that proved fatal is in the hands of a jury after a nearly monthlong federal trial. Jurors began their deliberations Thursday, a day after prosecutors and defense attorneys presented closing arguments in the trial of Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius […]
Harris hands out meals, consoles families as she surveys Hurricane Helene devastation in Georgia
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris handed out meals, embraced a shaken family and surveyed Hurricane Helene’s “extraordinary” path of destruction through Georgia on Wednesday as she left the campaign trail to pledge federal help and personally take in scenes of toppled trees, damaged homes and lives upended. She visited Augusta, where power lines stretched along the […]
How Black leaders in New York are grappling with Eric Adams and representation
NEW YORK (AP) — It wasn’t a shock to many Black New Yorkers that Mayor Eric Adams has surrounded himself with African-American civil rights leaders, clergy and grassroots activists since his indictment last week on federal bribery charges. Adams, a Brooklyn native who rose from the city’s working class to its highest political office, is seen as […]
5 Fool-Proof Tips for Staying Sober on Vacation
I used to love a drink when flying: A martini in the airport bar while I waited to board the plane, or a plastic cup of white wine from the flight attendant, eased my fear of flying and got me into “vacation mood.” Drinking and traveling went hand-in-hand and when I got sober over 10 […]
Habit Tracker Guide: Achieve Your Goals
In The Principles of Psychology, William James shared that we’re all bundles of habits—good or bad. And breaking or building habits might require more effort than you expected. Whether it’s waking up early, giving up smoking, or adopting a healthy lifestyle, each requires discipline. But how do you stay motivated when the long-term benefits aren’t […]
