Trump celebrates Tiger Woods and others at Black History Month event, but doesn’t mention DEI
President Donald Trump welcomed hundreds at the White House on Thursday for a Black History Month reception, where he was joined by longtime friend Tiger Woods and a cadre of Black Republican leaders. “We pay tribute to the generations of Black legends, champions, warriors and patriots who helped drive our country forward to greatness,” said […]
Why Telma Hopkins and George Wallace are grateful for Laverne Cox after starring together in Amazon Prime’s ‘Clean Slate’
One of TV’s first sympathetic trans characters, Edie Stokes, appeared in a 1977 episode of the epic Norman Lear comedy “The Jeffersons.” In the episode, George Jefferson is waiting for a friend from his Navy days to arrive for a visit when he opens the door and finds Edie, a woman. His Navy buddy is […]
Tyler Perry releases trailer to upcoming film ‘Duplicity’
Tyler Perry is gearing up to release a new film. This week, Tyler Perry Studios released the trailer for its upcoming film “Duplicity,” which tackles themes of police brutality. Produced in collaboration with Amazon Studios, the film stars “Vampire Diaries” alum Kat Graham, who plays an attorney seeking justice for a Black man who was […]
Victor Wembanyama expected to miss remainder of season after blood clot diagnosis, Spurs announce
San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama is not expected to play again this season after a blood clot condition was found in his right shoulder, a massive blow to the league and the second major health-related hit for the Spurs this season. Wembanyama’s condition — deep vein thrombosis — was diagnosed this week after he returned […]
Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Doechii among early winners of NAACP Image Awards handed out in pre-live show virtual ceremony
The Knowles-Carter family continues to rack up hardware during this awards season. Both Beyoncé and her daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, took home NAACP Image Awards during night two of the virtual award ceremony, leading up to the live broadcast of the 56th NAACP Image Awards, which will be held in Los Angeles on Feb. 22. Several […]
The five Black women on the 2025 Time Women of the Year list
Time magazine is celebrating women who are striving for change in their respective fields. On Thursday, the 2025 Time Women of the Year list, honoring 13 women, was released. This year’s honorees include WNBA MVP A’Ja Wilson, Olympic Gymnast Jordan Chiles, author Raquel Willis, Gambian women’s rights activist Fatou Baldeh, and Feeding America CEO Claire […]
Cécred x Ulta Beauty: Beyoncé’s haircare brand expands to retail stores
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter never fails to keep fans on their toes. Just as the Beyhive catches its breath from the jaw-dropping prices of “Cowboy Carter” concert tickets, Queen Bey drops another bombshell: Cécred, her buzzworthy haircare brand, is partnering with Ulta Beauty. This monumental move marks Cécred’s first retail collaboration, perfectly timed with the brand’s one-year […]
Tens of millions of dead people aren’t getting Social Security checks, despite Trump and Musk claims
The Trump administration is falsely claiming that tens of millions of dead people over 100 years old are receiving Social Security payments. Over the past few days, President Donald Trump and billionaire adviser Elon Musk have said on social media and in press briefings that people who are 100, 200 and even 300 years old are improperly getting benefits […]
What’s the key to surviving a plane crash? Skilled crew, strong seats and wings that detach
After watching videos of a Delta Air Lines jet catch fire upon landing and flip over on a Toronto runway, it’s fair to wonder how anyone could have survived. But aviation experts said it was not surprising that all 76 passengers and four crew walked away from Monday’s disaster, with 21 people suffering minor injuries and only one still […]
Stax Music Academy’s teen students mark 25th anniversary, Black History Month with concert
The Memphis music studio where some of America’s most recognizable songs were recorded decades ago is now a museum. But next door, trumpets blare, drums boom, and singers craft the soulful sounds of Stax Records’ biggest hits. At Stax Music Academy, young musicians rehearse the unmistakable intro to “Theme from Shaft,” the Isaac Hayes tour […]
