Twin Sisters Turn Love Of Luxury Cars Into RVA’s Hottest Ride: How The Olivers Built A Open-Air Cruisers Empire
by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 24, 2025 Twin sisters behind Richmond’s premier Slingshot rental company celebrate the resilience of Black women. The 25-year-old twin sisters behind Virginia’s RVA Hot Wheelz are revealing the keys to their success in a male-dominated industry rarely navigated by women their age. It’s been three years since Destiny and Dashia Oliver […]
10 Black-Owned BBQ Brands To Kick Off Your Memorial Day Grilling
by Ahsan Washington May 24, 2025 Bring a whole new level of flavor to the cookout. Memorial Day is just around the corner and that means summer is basically here. It’s time we dust off those grills, text the group chat, and get ready for some seriously good BBQ. But hey, instead of the same […]
You should wear sunscreen even if you have darker skin. Here’s why
People with darker skin still need to wear sunscreen — for more reasons than one. Too much ultraviolet exposure from the sun can lead to sunburn, dark spots and wrinkles, and increased risk of skin cancer. The melanin in darker skin offers some extra protection from the sun, but dermatologists say that isn’t enough on its own. “Everyone needs sunscreen. […]
11-Year-Old Daughter Of Hampton University Alum Performs HBCU Dance Tribute
by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 24, 2025 The daughter of a former Hampton University T Force dancer honored her mother and HBCU culture in a video tribute. The 11-year-old daughter of a proud HBCU alum let her child shine in a video performance that pays tribute to the vibrant spirit of HBCU culture through dance. Dancer […]
Actor Jussie Smollett To Pay $50K To Chicago Charity As Part Of Hate Crime Hoax Settlement
by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 24, 2025 Jussie Smollett has finally reached a settlement with the city of Chicago, and looks “onward” to putting the alleged hate crime hoax behind him. Jussie Smollett has agreed to pay $50,000 to a Chicago-based charity to settle a lawsuit the city filed over his alleged hate crime hoax. The […]
Analysts Feel Trump’s Tariffs Won’t ‘Make Manufacturing Jobs Great Again’ In The U.S.
by Sharelle B. McNair May 24, 2025 While President Donald Trump made pledges during his campaign trail to bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S., a new report from Wells Fargo economists predicts that tariffs won’t make it easy, calling it an “uphill battle,” Business Insider reports. The report highlights Trump’s move doesn’t attribute to […]
Inside the mind of Tyler Perry: Crafting ‘Duplicity’
In his latest film “Duplicity,” Tyler Perry dives into complex terrain—confronting controversial issues, testing bonds of friendship, and exposing hidden motives. Known for his emotional storytelling, Perry takes audiences on a journey that’s not only thrilling but also socially resonant. “Watching people hijack the narrative of these movements…you’ll find that there’s some sort of nefarious […]
7 Sites That Pay Homage To Black Military Soldiers On Memorial Day
by Ahsan Washington May 24, 2025 From the Revolutionary War to today’s conflicts, Black soldiers have protected and served From the Revolutionary War to today’s conflicts, Black soldiers have bravely served in America’s military, fighting for freedoms they often couldn’t enjoy themselves. Memorial Day gives us a perfect chance to remember these incredible heroes. BLACK […]
