U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., released a first-of-its-kind analysis report on President Donald Trump‘s clemency actions since entering office in January, revealing that the pardons largely benefited white and wealthy individuals. “Presidential clemency should be used to address injustices—not to reward political allies, corporations, and insurrectionists. As our report makes

This week, Courtney B. Vance was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. However, beyond receiving one of the industry’s most coveted honors, the ceremony was made extra special with speeches by Vance’s wife, Angela Bassett, and their children, Slater and Bronwyn. “As an actor, Courtney is

Fireworks erupted during a Georgia state Senate committee hearing probing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and her criminal prosecution of Donald Trump. “Let me tell you why this is such a damn joke,” Willis said during the Wednesday hearing at the Georgia State Capitol while being questioned by Republican

The Oscars will have a new home in 2029.  This week, as fans reel over the Film Academy’s revelation of the shortlists for the 2026 Oscar awards, the Academy announced a new multi-year deal with YouTube that will grant the online platform exclusive global rights to the Oscars. Starting in

by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 17, 2025 The Atlanta native proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Mariah the Scientist, while onstage at the State Farm Arena. During a Dec. 15 concert in Atlanta, recording artist Young Thug became a “Hometown Hero” when he proposed marriage to his girlfriend and fellow

by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman December 17, 2025 The TSA wants bad behavior at the airport—and in the air— to hit stop. As holiday travel ramps up again, and set to break records, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is warning passengers about the hefty fines for bad behavior on the ground or

by Mary Spiller December 17, 2025 The Democratic-led legislature moved forward despite the governor’s objections, saying a formal study is necessary to determine how reparations could be implemented. Maryland will establish a commission to examine potential reparations for slavery after state lawmakers voted on Tuesday, Dec. 16, to override a

by Jeroslyn JoVonn December 17, 2025 The CDC has ended its decades-long policy recommending the hepatitis B vaccine for all newborns. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has adopted controversial guidance from its advisory panel, ending a decades-long policy that recommended the Hepatitis B vaccine for all newborns. On

Even Stefon Diggs understands the importance of a little self-care — especially during the holidays. On Monday, Dec. 15, the 32-year-old New England Patriots wide receiver hosted the very first Winter Wonderland Wellness Event, an invitation-only holiday experience designed to celebrate and uplift women — particularly moms — who pour

by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman December 17, 2025 While a judge has axed the fat shaming claims, the allegations of false imprisonment and sexual harassment remain. Lizzo spoke out after a judge dismissed the “fat-shaming” claims made by her ex-dancers in a defamation lawsuit. The lawsuit made headlines when it was filed