FBI chief insults Stephen A. Smith for saying NBA arrests are Trump’s revenge
FBI Director Kash Patel slammed Stephen A. Smith in response to the TV personality and sportscaster’s suggestion that the recent NBA gambling bust was “revenge” at the hands of President Donald Trump. On Monday, NBA Coach and Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups, Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, former NBA player Damon Jones, members of the […]
Erykah Badu says OutKast’s ‘Ms. Jackson’ might not be about her mom: ‘People say it, but I don’t think so’
I’m sorry, Ms. Jackson, this song may not actually be about you! Erykah Badu isn’t so sure OutKast’s iconic 2000s hit song “Ms. Jackson” is about her mom. The 54-year-old neo soul artist revealed her suspicions during an appearance on Wednesday’s episode of “Popcast,” when co-host Joe Coscarelli brought up the song. When Coscarelli noted, […]
Letitia James Set To Plead Not Guilty In DOJ Mortgage Fraud Case
by Jeroslyn JoVonn October 24, 2025 New York Attorney General Letitia James will enter a not guilty plea in her mortgage fraud case. New York Attorney General Letitia James is set to appear in court on Oct. 24, where she plans to enter a plea of not guilty to federal bank fraud charges. The court […]
Diddy Allegedly ‘Woke Up With A Knife To His Throat’ In Prison
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton October 24, 2025 Charlucci Finney, a good friend of Sean “Diddy” Combs recently made the claims in an interview Charlucci Finney, a good friend of Sean “Diddy” Combs, recently claimed that the former Bad Boy president “woke up with a knife to his throat” at the Brooklyn prison where he […]
New York Attorney General Letitia James will make her first court appearance in mortgage fraud case
New York Attorney General Letitia James is set to make her first court appearance in a mortgage fraud case on Friday, the third adversary of President Donald Trump to face a judge on federal charges in recent weeks. James was indicted earlier this month on charges of bank fraud and making false statements to a financial […]
Thousands Attend Mass To Honor The Iconic Celia Cruz’s100th Birthday After Cuban Officials Cancel Performance
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman October 24, 2025 Due to her opposition of Fidel Castro, Cruz’s legacy remains in conflict with Cuban government. Thousands in Cuba flocked to a mass service in honor of the 100th birthday of the late Celia Cruz. The community took the celebration of the legendary salsa singer into its own hands after […]
Nikole Hannah-Jones to open a literary salon in Brooklyn in ‘tribute to Black writers of all eras and of all forms’
From “The 1619 Project” to her work uplifting Black journalists through the Ida B. Wells Society, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones has always been about protecting Black culture, history, and literature. Now, she’s carrying forth her mission in Brooklyn’s Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood. Hannah-Jones is partnering with Bed-Stuy entrepreneurs Rotimi and Ayo Akinnuoye, the husband-and-wife team behind […]
‘We don’t do sleepovers’: Monica, other parents wade into the sleepover debate, highlighting modern parenting dilemma
Sleepovers are a no-go in Monica’s household. After The Neighborhood Talk reposted a video of a single father expressing frustration over being unable to host a sleepover for his daughter, the R&B singer made her stance clear. “When I found out why I couldn’t throw my daughter a slumber party, I got very sad and […]
Top 5 Inspirational Quotes From The Black Enterprise 2025 XCEL Summit For Men
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors October 24, 2025 With a lineup of renowned speakers, including prominent CEOs and changemakers, the XCEL Summit for Men focused on empowering men with the tools and knowledge to excel in both business and personal development. The Black Enterprise XCEL Summit for Men, held this October in Orlando, Florida, gathered a powerful […]
Infant Sleep Safety: 8 Tips Every Parent Should Follow
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors October 24, 2025 Sleep is precious—for you and for your baby. Infant sleep is precious—for you and for your baby. But while those quiet hours are essential for rest and growth, they also come with risks many parents aren’t fully aware of. The good news? A few simple safe sleep practices […]