Kamala Harris reacts to initial Gaza peace deal: ‘There is still much more work to do’
Former Vice President Kamala Harris applauded the initial peace deal to end Israel’s military operation in Gaza after more than two years of conflict that left more than 67,000 Palestinians dead and millions displaced. Harris, who arguably lost the 2024 presidential election largely due to the Biden-Harris administration’s response to the brutal conflict, said she […]
D’Angelo dead at 51: Singer leaves a legacy of neo-soul, funk and gospel
D’Angelo, born Michael Eugene Archer, has reportedly died after a battle with pancreatic cancer, according to his manager. He was 51. The vaunted multi-instrumentalist and Mt. Rushmore-staple of the neo-soul movement—even if reluctantly—was as visionary with his sound as he was scarce with his output. While D’Angelo only released three studio albums—”Brown Sugar “(1995), “Voodoo” […]
‘I say regular words that are tricky to you’: Marc Lamont Hill’s viral moment sparks debate about intellectualism online
Once again, The “Joe Budden Podcast” has found itself at the center of internet discourse. But this time, it’s not Joe Budden himself stirring the pot…well, not exactly. This week, co-hosts Marc Lamont Hill and QueenzFlip got into a fiery back-and-forth during a Patreon-exclusive episode that quickly made its way across social media. The tension […]
Marc Lamont Hill’s Fiery Exchange On Joe Budden Podcast Sparks Talk Of A ‘Black Intellectual Renaissance’
by Jeroslyn JoVonn October 14, 2025 Marc Lamont Hill’s fiery on-air exchange with QueenzFlip sparks talk about the birth of the “Black intellectual renaissance.” Marc Lamont Hill is trending after a heated on-air exchange with fellow Joe Budden Podcast co-host QueenzFlip, about the “tricky words” he allegedly uses to sway fans. Viral clips circulating on […]
Candace Parker, Sloane Stephens Invest In ‘Project B,’ Up-And-Coming Global Basketball League
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman October 14, 2025 The league has plans to start playing tournaments in fall of next year. Women sports stars like Candace Parker and Sloane Stephens are joining a new basketball league that grants players equity. The WNBA legend and U.S. Open title-holder are the latest investors in the upcoming professional basketball league […]
Missing 20-Year-Old New Jersey Midshipman Discovered Dead Near Annapolis Naval Academy
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton October 14, 2025 Kyle Philbert James was found dead a day after being reported missing Second Class Kyle Philbert James, a Navy Midshipman who was reported missing Oct. 9, was found dead near the Annapolis, Maryland campus, and the United States Naval Academy is now investigating his death. According to […]
‘Wait, I Have to Pay For That?’: The Hidden Airport Costs Nobody Tells You About
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors October 14, 2025 Hidden airport costs are sneaking up on every traveler Wallet getting lighter before you even board your flight? You’re not alone; lots of travelers face the same issue: They enter the airport and their money takes off before they do. Way.com shares a closer look at the hidden […]
Bratz Toy Company Called Out For Leaving Black ‘Sasha’ Doll From Hello Kitty Collab
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman October 14, 2025 The company issued an apology for initially leaving its Sasha doll out the marketing photos. Bratz has issued an apology for the bad optics of leaving out Sasha, the Black doll in its signature line-up, from a collaboration with Hello Kitty. Bratz and Sanrio, the owners over Hello Kitty, […]
Special education staff fired after Trump administration cuts amid government shutdown
Mass layoffs by the Trump administration amid the government shutdown has hit critical offices supporting education for children with special needs. On Friday, the Department of Education laid off several employees at the offices of Special Education Programs and the Rehabilitative Services Administration. The Trump White House argued that such layoffs were necessary as a […]
How Asa Leveaux Rose From Homelessness To ‘Industry Icon’
by Jameelah Mullen October 14, 2025 Leveaux said he noticed a recurring pattern among executives at business conferences: they weren’t gaining the knowledge needed to enhance their skills. Asa Leveaux has faced hardships in his life, but the versatile entrepreneur also recognizes the power of making a comeback. He is the founder of House Of […]