Malia Obama Revealed As Director Of A’ja Wilson’s Nike Sneaker Commercial
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman May 6, 2025 The clip received praise for its storytelling and direction by Obama. Malia Obama continues to make her mark in entertainment. The former president’s daughter directed two visuals for A’ja Wilson’s Nike sneaker commercial. The first daughter of Barack and Michelle Obama has sat in the director’s chair before, directing […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Drops Nine Word Statement On First Day Of Trial
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman May 6, 2025 The statement shared more insight into how Combs was feeling as he begins his trial. Sean “Diddy” Combs began the first day of his federal trial on May 5 in New York City. Appearing before a judge for jury selection, Combs made an unexpected nine-word statement as the high-profile […]
Trump has threatened a 100% tariff on movies made outside the US. Here’s what we know
President Donald Trump is eyeing Hollywood for his next round of tariffs, threatening to levy all films produced outside the U.S. at a steep rate of 100%. Over the weekend, Trump accused other countries of “stealing the movie-making capabilities” of the U.S. and said that he had authorized the Commerce Department and the U.S. Trade Representative to immediately begin […]
New York Auto Show Featured The Wow Factors In Genesis’ Concept Car
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors May 6, 2025 The luxury car brand emphasized its steadfast dedication to performance Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins During the media preview days of the 2025 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), luxury brand Genesis emphasized its steadfast dedication to performance, adventure, and state-of-the-art innovation with a set of vehicles that could dictate the company’s immediate future. VIP guests, automotive and lifestyle media, and principal […]
Dream Machine’s AI x Library Project Is Changing the Game For Underserved Innovators
by Janee Bolden May 6, 2025 Through the AI x Library Project, CNN commentator, activist and entrepreneur Van Jones and project co-leaders Inayah Bashir and Steven Pargett are ensuring Black and Brown communities have free, hands-on opportunities to learn the power of artificial intelligence. Libraries have long been safe havens for knowledge, access, and community. Now, they are becoming launchpads for innovation. Through […]
Janelle Monáe embraces dandyism at the Met Gala with help from an Oscar winner and tequila diamond
Janelle Monáe embraced Black dandyism’s elegance at the Met Gala in an all-star collaboration with Oscar winner Paul Tazewell and designer Thom Browne, completing her look with a sparkling ethical diamond brooch from 1800 Tequila for a finishing touch. Known for turning heads with her gala looks, Monáe strutted the carpet in a black, red, and white pin-striped suit tailored to […]
Letitia James Going After Trump Administration With Insider Trading Inquiry
by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 6, 2025 New York attorney general Letitia James launched an inquiry into possible insider trading within the Trump administration. New York Attorney General Letitia James is keeping her foot on Donald Trump’s neck with an inquiry into potential insider trading. Building on the 15 ongoing legal actions her office is pursuing […]
Beyond The Stage: 8 Influential Haitians And Haitian-Americans Shaping The World
by Keka Araújo May 6, 2025 These eight individuals represent a glimpse into the vast array of influential Haitians and Haitian-Americans who have left indelible marks on the world stage, far beyond entertainment. As Haitian Heritage Month continues, Haitians’ global contributions often shine brightest in arts and entertainment. However, the influence and impact of Haitian […]
Trump administration says Harvard will receive no new grants until it meets White House demands
Harvard University will receive no new federal grants until it meets a series of demands from President Donald Trump’s administration, the Education Department announced Monday. The action was laid out in a letter to Harvard’s president and amounts to a major escalation of Trump’s battle with the Ivy League school. The administration previously froze $2.2 billion in federal […]
Louisiana Judge Could Be Removed From Bench After Accusations Of Repeated Dishonesty
by Sharelle B. McNair May 6, 2025 Former OSC Investigator Tim Parker called cases like Foxworth-Roberts’ rare. A report from the Office of Special Counsel (OSC) shows a recommendation to remove Louisiana’s 19th Judicial District Judge Tiffany Foxworth-Roberts from the bench over claims she was dishonest about her military ranking and a burglary, WAFB 9 […]
