How early education provider Keanna Sanders is helping families facing financial uncertainty
As parents across the country continue to reel from layoffs, missed paychecks during the recent government shutdown, and frozen public assistance programs, affording child care during the most critical years of a child’s development has become an increasingly heavy lift — even as costs remain sky-high. Nationwide, the average cost of center-based child care now […]
Netflix and Snoop? Snoop Dogg to take on halftime performing duties for upcoming Christmas Day NFL game
Last year, it was Cowboy Carter. This year it’s the D-O-Double-G. Snoop Dogg is set to headline the halftime show for the Minnesota Vikings vs. the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day. Much like last year’s Beyoncé Bowl, Netflix has unveiled the theme for Snoop’s performance, dubbing it “Snoop’s Holiday Halftime Party.” “NFL, Netflix, and your […]
Ravyn Lenae is embracing her identity, regardless of social media discourse
Ravyn Lenae is not afraid to address the questions surrounding her identity and social media trying to level her “Blackness.” In fact, she embraces it and encourages other creatives to do the same. “I would wanna tell them that when there are a lot of questions or confusion around who you are, that’s usually a […]
‘History is never retired’: Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford hints at stepping away from boxing months after triumph over Canelo Alvarez
Terence “Bud” Crawford is widely considered one of the best boxers of his generation. Now he’s hanging up his gloves. The former undisputed super middleweight champion, who dethroned Canelo Alvarez in September, announced he was walking away from competition in a five-minute video posted on his YouTube channel. In the clip, highlights of Crawford’s various […]
‘It’s been getting better’: Kai Cenat reveals self-doubt led to his vulnerability about mental health
Kai Cenat is taking time out on his 24th birthday to be honest with his millions of followers. In a video shared on his social platforms on Tuesday (Dec. 16), the streamer opened up about his struggles with mental health, adding on to comments he made on stage while accepting the “Streamer of the Year” […]
Model and ‘Love & Hip Hop’ star Jessica White reveals she experienced another pregnancy loss: ‘I fought relentlessly to keep you’
Model and “Love & Hip Hop” star Jessica White is grappling with the devastating aftermath of a recent pregnancy loss. In a lengthy and emotional Instagram post shared Sunday, Dec. 14, the 41-year-old reality TV star revealed that she lost the baby boy she was expecting with her fiancé, Nathan Wong. The post featured a […]
NBA Legend David Robinson Sues Business Partner For $34 Million
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 16, 2025 The San Antonio Spurs Hall of Famer filed a lawsuit against his business partner, Daniel Bassichis, alleging misappropriation of funds NBA Hall of Famer David Robinson has recently filed a lawsuit against his business partner, Daniel Bassichis, alleging misappropriation of funds and seeking $34 million in damages. […]
The Transformational Advantage Of Smart CEOs In Uncertain Times
by Ida Harris December 16, 2025 Leading Through the Unknown Written By Kyra Rènel Hardwick When the ground shifts beneath us, most leaders seek stability. Smart CEOs create it. In an era marked by disruption, economic volatility, rapid technological changes, and shifting workforce values, businesses need more than steady hands. They need visionary minds capable […]
Civil Rights Groups Clash Over Knoxville Microloan Program For Black-Owned Businesses
by Mary Spiller December 16, 2025 A lawsuit challenging a privately funded lending initiative has drawn national attention — and heavyweight legal backing on both sides. A legal battle unfolding in federal court is placing a Knoxville-based microloans program for Black-owned businesses under national scrutiny, pitting conservative legal advocates against prominent civil rights organizations, according […]
Whoopi Goldberg blasts Donald Trump for Rob Reiner attacks: ‘You aint my president, man’
Whoopi Goldberg has one question for President Donald Trump: “Can you get any lower?” Upon the tragic news of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner’s death on Sunday, which police are calling a homicide, President Trump did not mourn the couple. Instead, he attacked Rob Reiner and called him “deranged.” On Truth Social, he wrote […]