Forget Anti-DEI Corporations, Shop Red Bag Welcomes Black-Owned Businesses With Open Arms
by Sharelle B. McNair June 23, 2025 Launched on Juneteenth, consumers can shop their favorite brands ranging from beauty to workout gear to seasonings. With major retailers pulling back on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, Black-owned brands are looking for new shelves to call home. That’s where Shop Red Bag comes in. Shop Red […]
Temple University’s New Course Examines Kendrick Lamar’s Life, Influence, and Musical Legacy
by Jeroslyn JoVonn June 23, 2025 Kendrick Lamar is the inspiration behind a new course coming to Temple University. Temple University will introduce a new course in Fall 2025 that explores Kendrick Lamar’s life and music, focusing on the state of Black culture. Developed by Temple University Africology and African American Studies professor Timothy Welbeck, the […]
Trump says Iran and Israel to have a phased-in ceasefire over 24 hours
President Donald Trump said Monday on social media that Israel and Iran have agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire” to be phased in over 24 hours. The U.S. president said on Truth Social that the ceasefire would bring an “Official END” to the war, a major change in the hostilities that follows a U.S. […]
Nationwide McDonald’s Boycott Planned As An Act Of ‘Economic Resistance’
by Jeroslyn JoVonn June 23, 2025 The People’s Union is going after McDonald’s with its latest nationwide boycott. McDonald’s is gearing up for a nationwide boycott beginning June 24 as advocates target the mega fast food chain as a sign of support against “economic resistance.” The People’s Union, a rising movement known for spearheading boycotts […]
Jeffries demurs on Trump impeachment, calls him ‘a hater’ for undoing Obama’s Iran deal amid escalation
U.S. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., slammed President Donald Trump for Saturday’s strikes in Iran without seeking congressional approval and questioned whether the commander-in-chief is “lying” to the American public about the scope and purported success of the military operation. “It’s not optional, Donald,” said Jeffries at a Monday press conference on the constitutional authority of […]
Trump’s DEI rollbacks are starving Black farmers like never before
Black farmers are bracing for the worst as the Trump administration rolls back needed funding, including millions in grants that it has determined are “woke DEI propaganda.” “They’re really rolling back the clocks,” said John Boyd Jr., founder of the National Black Farmers Association. In addition to cutting needed financial assistance, the administration’s strong stance against DEI […]
Nick Cannon attempts to name all of his children—is unsuccessful…initially: ‘I usually get in trouble’
Nick Cannon loves his children, but don’t ask him to name all 12. The 44-year-old actor and comedian, who shares 12 children with six different mothers, failed to list all 12 of his descendants during a recent appearance on the “Really Good Podcast.” The gaffe occurred after the topic turned to why “The Masked Singer” […]
Beyoncé brings out Miley Cyrus, Jay-Z in Paris for ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour—U.S. Beyhive hopes for some of the same magic!
Dear Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter and creative director/manager Blue Ivy Carter, can we talk? Because the American Beyhive is confused, a little heartbroken, and just trying to understand: girl, what did we do to deserve this treatment? Since the “Cowboy Carter” tour kicked off in April, Beyoncé has been giving full-on yeehaw excellence, transforming stadiums into […]
Jussie Smollett is engaged to boyfriend Jabari Redd!
Jussie Smollett is headed down the aisle! On Friday, the 43-year-old actor revealed in an Instagram post that he proposed to his boyfriend, actor Jabari Redd, who promptly accepted. “I’ll be spending my birthday with my Fiancé… He said YES. 💍,” Smollett, who also celebrated his 43rd birthday on Saturday, June 21, wrote in the […]
Gabrielle Union talks acting and supporting aging parent: ‘When you see celebrities have fifty ‘leven jobs, there’s a reason’
There’s an extremely real reason why actors and actresses like Gabrielle Union may take on multiple side hustles: family. The 52-year-old actress recently revealed what it takes to help support her father’s health journey with dementia and how she’s been balancing his care with her demanding career and family life. “More recently, my father is […]