Jenee Naylor’s 12 PM Studios proves that luxury isn’t about the cost
In an era where “Black girl luxury” continues to dominate the cultural conversation, inflated costs have complicated the fantasy. Prices climb, access narrows, and luxury feels increasingly out of reach. However, for content creator Jenee Naylor, that tension revealed an opening. Naylor, whose influence in fashion and digital spaces has been shaped by a signature […]
Anti-DEI Legal Group Demands EEOC Investigation Into Penguin Random House
by Jeroslyn JoVonn December 23, 2025 The publishing giant is the latest company targeted by a conservative legal group over its DEI policies. The conservative anti-DEI organization America First Legal is urging the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to investigate alleged “unlawful hiring and promotion practices” at publishing giant Penguin Random House. On Dec. 16, […]
Priah Ferguson reveals how her beloved character Erica on ‘Stranger Things’ helped her find her own voice
As the rest of the world prepares to say goodbye to Hawkins as Netflix’s breakout hit series “Stranger Things” comes to an end after five eventful and groundbreaking wild seasons, its cast—in particular Priah Ferguson—hopes a little piece of the series stays with fans long after the credits roll. The 19-year-old actress, who stars in […]
Student loan borrowers face wage garnishments in the new year
The Trump Administration will begin garnishing the wages of student loan borrowers whose current debt is in default, the Department of Education has announced. Beginning on Jan. 7, the department will send out notices to approximately 1,000 defaulted borrowers informing them of their status, The Hill reports. The upcoming action follows through on the administration’s […]
Venus Williams ties the knot with Andrea Preti during week-long Palm Beach bash
Venus Williams is officially a wife! After quietly tying the knot in September during an intimate private ceremony, the 45-year-old tennis legend officially celebrated her marriage to Italian model, actor, and film producer, 37-year-old Andrea Preti, with an extravagant week-long wedding celebration in Florida—one that blended couture, family, music, and unmistakable Venus flair. “We had […]
These Black Republicans are hoping to defy losing streak in majority-white MAGA party
When it comes to statewide races, Black candidates have not fared well in President Donald Trump‘s majority-white MAGA Republican Party. In next year’s 2026 elections, four candidates running for higher office are hoping to break a losing streak for Black Republicans in higher office during Trump’s nearly decade-long era in conservative politics. U.S. Rep. Wesley […]
Texas woman cherishes Black Santa collection as holidays approach: ‘My Santas look like me’
As Christmas decorations go, there are fewer and fewer Black Santas to be found. In the case of Dr. Bess Carpenter Dunner, she’s been collecting the figurines for decades, spreading joy and inspiration to anyone who visits her Central Texas home. “You know, when people walk into my house, that’s never been here before they […]
‘Look at me now’: 10 incarcerated students earn college degrees behind bars
This holiday season, ten inmates at the MacDougall-Walker Correctional Institution in Connecticut are celebrating the college degrees they received through the University of New Haven Prison Education Program and the Yale Prison Education Initiative (YPEI). “Today’s graduation is not just a ceremony,” Deputy Warden Kristan Mangiafico said during the ceremony, per a university press release. […]
Jill Scott remains open about life after tough lessons: ‘Lost more money than people have ever made or ever will’
Jill Scott can attest to some tough times she experienced while growing up in Philly and throughout her life. But the 53-year-old singer and actress is still finding joy despite some hardships. The “Golden” singer was a guest on Gillie Da Kid and Wallo’s “Million Dollaz Worth of Game” podcast and in the episode shared […]
Scott Evans announces ‘House Guest’ Live tour
Scott Evans has always known how to make people feel at home. Now, he’s taking that feeling on the road. The Emmy-nominated host and cultural connector behind the viral, Webby Award–winning series “House Guest” is officially going on tour, transforming his beloved digital gathering space into a live audience experience. After amassing millions of views […]