The Tea app tapped into Black women’s networks. Then it exposed them
When it came to the Tea app, “the tea” was supposed to spill safely, but now everyone’s burned. The women’s safety app, which allows users to dish on their dates anonymously, is making headlines this week not for helping women, but for data breaches, reputation-damaging gossip, and users turning on one another in ways that […]
ESPN cuts ties with Shannon Sharpe following sexual assault settlement
Shannon Sharpe and ESPN’s partnership has ended. The sports network told The New York Times’ “The Athletic” that it has officially cut ties with the NFL Hall of Famer. The decision, announced Wednesday, comes weeks after Sharpe reportedly settled a $50 million lawsuit that accused him of sexual assault. When the legal accusations first emerged […]
‘Love Island’ star Kenny Rodriguez accused of being ‘racist,’ and a ‘manipulative liar’ in breakup with JaNa Craig
Reality TV love stories don’t always make it off the screen, but JaNa Craig’s split from Kenny Rodriguez shocked “Love Island” fans this week. The pair, who placed third on Season 6 of the reality dating show and currently co-star on Peacock’s “Beyond the Villa,” confirmed their breakup Tuesday in separate Instagram story posts. Their […]
Former Vice President Kamala Harris finally makes decision about her political future—for now
Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris made public on Wednesday her long-awaited decision about her political future, announcing that, after careful consideration, she will not run for governor of California. The announcement clears a path for Democrats seeking the office and leaves the possibility for Harris to run for U.S. president again in 2028. “Over […]
In ‘Sinners’ and his music, Buddy Guy is keeping the blues alive. It hasn’t been easy
For Buddy Guy — a stalwart and staunch defender of the blues — there’s nothing more important than keeping his chosen genre at the forefront of conversation. It comes naturally: Guy is one of America’s greatest guitar players, a singular artist with a thick roster of A-list super fans — Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page and Gary Clark Jr. […]
Christian Wilkins released following unwanted locker room kiss and rehab dispute
Christian Wilkins’ short tenure with the Las Vegas Raiders, during which he played in only five games, has ended in a minor, albeit befuddling, scandal. The 29-year-old defensive tackle was released last week after a bizarre locker room incident in which he allegedly gave an unwanted playful kiss on the forehead to a fellow teammate, […]
Texas Republicans propose new US House map with more winnable GOP seats
Texas Republicans on Wednesday unveiled a new congressional map that creates five additional GOP-leaning districts, bolstering their chances of maintaining control as they brace for a challenging midterm election. The redrawn map comes during a special legislative session called by Republican Gov. Greg Abbott, as President Donald Trump urges Texas Republicans to reshape districts in the party’s favor. […]
Oprah shuts down claims she blocked road access during Hawaii tsunami
Before the rumor mill gets spinning, Oprah Winfrey is setting the record straight about whether or not she opened her private road in Maui amid the tsunami scare. On Tuesday, July 29, the 71-year-old media mogul released a statement refuting any false narratives claiming she refused to allow access to a private road she owns […]
ONE Musicfest Unveils Iconic Lineup With Global Superstars Celebrating Atlanta’s Place In Music
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman July 30, 2025 The festival will bring out headliners such as Future, Ludacris, and The Roots with Mary J. Blige. ONE Musicfest is back and bigger than ever. The Black-owned music festival has unveiled its star-studded lineup filled with global and homegrown icons to hit the stage in Atlanta. Taking place in […]
Trump Claims He Fell Out With Jeffrey Epstein After He ‘Stole’ Young Women From Mar-A-Lago Spa
by Sharelle B. McNair July 30, 2025 Despite prior claims of not knowing anything about Epstein’s dealings to putting the blame on former president Barack Obama, critics feel he is constantly speaking on Epstein because “he knows what’s coming so he’s preparing.” New revelations are coming up about the relationship between fallen financier Jeffrey Epstein […]