Alabama high school senior set to graduate with $2 million in scholarship offers
Students across the country are receiving their degrees both in high school and in college. One high school senior in Alabama not only graduated with all her honors, but also secured millions in scholarship offers. Zyreuna Cousette, a senior from Aliceville High School in Aliceville, Alabama, earned $2,000,047 from college and other programs. The 2026 […]
‘Is God Is’ sparks social media discourse about Black women’s rage, trauma and who gets empathy
This weekend, a new film centering Black women’s rage debuted in theaters, and as expected some social media users quickly took issue with the project. “Is God Is” by Aleasha Harris, starring Kara Young and Mallori Johnson, Janelle Monáe, Erika Alexander, Vivica A. Fox, and Sterling K. Brown, follows two sisters as they embark on […]
Conspiracy Trial For Spokane Anti-ICE Protesters Begins
Source: Allen J. Schaben / Getty President Donald Trump touted himself as the “free speech president” on the campaign trail, but it’s become abundantly clear that the Trump administration’s definition of free speech applies only to those who agree with them. The Trump administration’s attacks on the First Amendment have now reached the courtroom, where […]
Michelle Obama opens up about her first impressions of Barack Obama and the call that changed them
The love story of the Obamas has endured in the public eye for more than 30 years now. But not everything was an exact fairy tale between Barack and Michelle early on. In an interview with Sam Fragoso for his “Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso” podcast, the former First Lady opened up about how Barack […]
Lauryn Hill explains why she never released another album after ‘Miseducation’
Lauryn Hill entered online discussions this week after conversations resurfaced about her absence from the traditional album cycle following the release of “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” which became one of the most celebrated albums of its era and earned multiple Grammy Awards. In her response to an Instagram post by Fraim titled “Why Lauryn […]
In new PBS documentary, the complexities and legend of W.E.B. Du Bois come to life
The voice of William Edward Burghardt Du Bois, or more simply, W.E.B. Du Bois feels omnipresent, even some 60 years after his death. As an author and orator who had a hand in everything from the evolution of print journalism to theater and more, Du Bois’ passion for creativity, freedom, and more for Black men, […]
Abby Phillip reveals she’s expecting 2nd child after IVF journey
CNN anchor Abby Phillip is expecting her second child with husband Marcus Richardson, sharing the news in an exclusive interview with PEOPLE. The couple revealed that their baby boy is due in October 2026 and will join their daughter Naomi, who recently turned four. Phillip, 37, said her family is “overjoyed” about the new addition […]
Trump administration announces $1.7 billion fund tied to settlement over IRS tax return leak
The Trump administration announced Monday the creation of a $1.7 billion compensation fund. The fund is tied to the resolution of President Donald Trump’s lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns. According to the Associated Press, the Justice Department said the “Anti-Weaponization Fund” would allow individuals who believe they […]
How Tracee Ellis Ross’ Broadway debut will shine a light on depression in Black women
Tracee Ellis Ross is gearing up to make her Broadway debut. The 53-year-old actress announced on Monday, May 18, in a celebratory post on Instagram that she is set to star in the Tony-nominated Broadway play “Every Brilliant Thing” this summer. “I’ve got something really exciting to share,” the “Black-Ish” alum said before a drumroll. […]
Who Ran The WNBA This Week: Angel Reese Is A Double-Double Machine, Olivia Miles Is A Problem, And Caitlyn Clark’s Loud Critics
Source: The WNBA’s 30th season is barely over a week old, and the league already feels like it’s moving at playoff speed. Opening night arrived May 8 with three games, two new expansion teams entering the party, stars changing jerseys, rookies getting tested immediately, and contenders trying to remind everybody why they’re still contenders. The […]