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by Kandiss Edwards June 30, 2025 Malcolm D. Lee talks about extending ‘The Best Man’ universe and how each character has ‘more story to tell.’ Malcolm D. Lee’s artistry is ingrained into the fabric of Black culture. Lee created “The Best Man,” and it is now an over $100 million
by Daniel Johnson June 30, 2025 Boston City Council Vice President Brian Worrell recently called for a hearing to focus on creating an HBCU campus in Boston. Like San Diego and Los Angeles County did in 2024, city leaders in Boston are hoping to attract an HBCU satellite campus to
After a weekend of setbacks, the Senate will try to sprint ahead Monday on President Donald Trump’s big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts despite a series of challenges, including the sudden announcement from one GOP senator that he won’t run for reelection after opposing the package over its Medicaid health care cuts. An all-night
Jurors are set to start deliberating Monday in Sean “Diddy” Combs ’ sex trafficking case, weighing charges that could put the hip-hop mogul in prison for life. After receiving legal instructions from federal Judge Arun Subramanian, the jury of eight men and four women will head behind closed doors to deliberate. They’ll sift through seven
by Daniel Johnson June 30, 2025 The Jesuits’ ties to chattel slavery in the U.S. and beyond have gained more attention recently. In Baton Rouge, Louisiana, The Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation is carrying out its mission by providing post-secondary scholarships to descendants of people enslaved by the Jesuits, allowing
Backlash over rapper Nelly’s controversial decision to perform at President Donald Trump‘s inauguration continues to brew amid ongoing social media debate. The hip-hop star recently discussed the controversy on his new reality show, “We Belong Together,” with his wife Ashanti, and in a recent interview with Hot 97’s “Ebro In
In a peace signing ceremony between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda at the White House on Friday, President Donald Trump openly flirted with Angolan reporter Hariana Veras. In the exchange, Trump is seen sitting behind his desk in the Oval Office talking about how beautiful Veras is.
by Kandiss Edwards June 29, 2025 Marsalis, a New Orleans legend and global icon, is best known for his instrumental work across jazz, classical music, film, and Broadway. On June 25, Wake Forest University announced that Grammy-winning jazz musician Branford Marsalis will serve as the university’s 2025 Maya Angelou Artist-in-Residence.
Democratic former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman was honored for her legislative accomplishments and her humanity during a funeral Saturday, where former President Joe Biden and former Vice President Kamala Harris joined over 1,000 mourners. Hortman was fatally shot two weeks earlier by a man posing as a police officer in an attack that Minnesota’s chief
by Ahsan Washington June 29, 2025 Their music continues to inspire and uplift During Black Music Month our focus is celebrating both the generational sounds and the artists who created them, especially those who have passed away. Hip-hop emerged as a testament to resilience and creative ingenuity, yet many of
by Kandiss Edwards June 30, 2025 Malcolm D. Lee talks about extending ‘The Best Man’ universe and how each character has ‘more story to tell.’ Malcolm D. Lee’s artistry is ingrained into the fabric of Black culture. Lee created “The Best Man,” and it is now an over $100 million
by Daniel Johnson June 30, 2025 Boston City Council Vice President Brian Worrell recently called for a hearing to focus on creating an HBCU campus in Boston. Like San Diego and Los Angeles County did in 2024, city leaders in Boston are hoping to attract an HBCU satellite campus to
After a weekend of setbacks, the Senate will try to sprint ahead Monday on President Donald Trump’s big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts despite a series of challenges, including the sudden announcement from one GOP senator that he won’t run for reelection after opposing the package over its Medicaid health care cuts. An all-night
Jurors are set to start deliberating Monday in Sean “Diddy” Combs ’ sex trafficking case, weighing charges that could put the hip-hop mogul in prison for life. After receiving legal instructions from federal Judge Arun Subramanian, the jury of eight men and four women will head behind closed doors to deliberate. They’ll sift through seven
by Daniel Johnson June 30, 2025 The Jesuits’ ties to chattel slavery in the U.S. and beyond have gained more attention recently. In Baton Rouge, Louisiana, The Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation is carrying out its mission by providing post-secondary scholarships to descendants of people enslaved by the Jesuits, allowing
Backlash over rapper Nelly’s controversial decision to perform at President Donald Trump‘s inauguration continues to brew amid ongoing social media debate. The hip-hop star recently discussed the controversy on his new reality show, “We Belong Together,” with his wife Ashanti, and in a recent interview with Hot 97’s “Ebro In
In a peace signing ceremony between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda at the White House on Friday, President Donald Trump openly flirted with Angolan reporter Hariana Veras. In the exchange, Trump is seen sitting behind his desk in the Oval Office talking about how beautiful Veras is.
by Kandiss Edwards June 29, 2025 Marsalis, a New Orleans legend and global icon, is best known for his instrumental work across jazz, classical music, film, and Broadway. On June 25, Wake Forest University announced that Grammy-winning jazz musician Branford Marsalis will serve as the university’s 2025 Maya Angelou Artist-in-Residence.
Democratic former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman was honored for her legislative accomplishments and her humanity during a funeral Saturday, where former President Joe Biden and former Vice President Kamala Harris joined over 1,000 mourners. Hortman was fatally shot two weeks earlier by a man posing as a police officer in an attack that Minnesota’s chief
by Ahsan Washington June 29, 2025 Their music continues to inspire and uplift During Black Music Month our focus is celebrating both the generational sounds and the artists who created them, especially those who have passed away. Hip-hop emerged as a testament to resilience and creative ingenuity, yet many of