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The bitter fight between NASCAR and two of its teams who have filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against the stock-racing giant spilled into public view Thursday during an acrimonious hearing that included the disclosure of expletive-laden emails and text messages from team owner Michael Jordan and other high-profile litigants. In
A judge ordered a new trial Thursday for three former Memphis police officers who were convicted of federal charges in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, after defense lawyers argued that another judge who presided over their trial was biased in his belief that at least one of the men
Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina crashed into the Gulf Coast, New Orleans is set to commemorate the anniversary Friday with memorials, performances and a parade to honor those who were affected. Katrina, which was a Category 3 hurricane when it made landfall in southeast Louisiana on Aug. 29, 2005, remains the costliest
by Kandiss Edwards August 29, 2025 Federal prosecutors have charged two self-proclaimed religious leaders in a forced-labor and money laundering operation. Federal prosecutors have charged two self-proclaimed religious leaders in a forced-labor and money laundering operation disguised as a ministry, according to a press release. The U.S. Department of Justice
Naomi Osaka is back in the third round of the U.S. Open for the first time since 2021, the year after she won her second championship at Flushing Meadows. She’s playing rather well at the moment, too, under the guidance of a new coach. Just don’t expect Osaka to weigh in on whether
by Jameelah Mullen August 29, 2025 The sibling-owned establishment opened in 2021. USA Today crowned 1010 Wine and Events as the Best Wine Bar in America 2025. Located in Inglewood, California, the luxury establishment is the first and only Black woman–owned wine bar in Inglewood. Located at the intersection of
Althea Gibson’s legacy is unmistakable at the 2025 US Open. On Wednesday, August 27, the tribute to the late professional tennis star crescendoed with a stirring performance by Florida A&M University’s famed Marching 100, celebrating their alumna in high-stepping style, the Tallahassee Democrat reported. It was one highlight in a
After being announced by President Donald Trump as a recipient of this year’s Kennedy Center Honor, Federal Election Commission records show disco legend Gloria Gaynor donated to several MAGA and conservative political campaigns. The 81-year-old star, whose 1978 hit song “I Will Survive” has been an undisputable LGBTQ+ anthem for
Meghan Markle clocked the haters of her show. In a playful yet pointed moment during a recent episode of “The Circuit” with Emily Chang, the Duchess of Sussex clapped back at critics of “With Love, Meghan,” now in its second season on Netflix. During the wide-ranging sit-down, Meghan made it
Mýa is moving on her own time, and she’s perfectly fine with that. In a recent sit-down on the “Hot & Bothered” podcast with Melyssa Ford, the Grammy-winning singer opened up about why marriage and children were never at the center of her vision board. “It’s not even my focus,
The bitter fight between NASCAR and two of its teams who have filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against the stock-racing giant spilled into public view Thursday during an acrimonious hearing that included the disclosure of expletive-laden emails and text messages from team owner Michael Jordan and other high-profile litigants. In
A judge ordered a new trial Thursday for three former Memphis police officers who were convicted of federal charges in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, after defense lawyers argued that another judge who presided over their trial was biased in his belief that at least one of the men
Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina crashed into the Gulf Coast, New Orleans is set to commemorate the anniversary Friday with memorials, performances and a parade to honor those who were affected. Katrina, which was a Category 3 hurricane when it made landfall in southeast Louisiana on Aug. 29, 2005, remains the costliest
by Kandiss Edwards August 29, 2025 Federal prosecutors have charged two self-proclaimed religious leaders in a forced-labor and money laundering operation. Federal prosecutors have charged two self-proclaimed religious leaders in a forced-labor and money laundering operation disguised as a ministry, according to a press release. The U.S. Department of Justice
Naomi Osaka is back in the third round of the U.S. Open for the first time since 2021, the year after she won her second championship at Flushing Meadows. She’s playing rather well at the moment, too, under the guidance of a new coach. Just don’t expect Osaka to weigh in on whether
by Jameelah Mullen August 29, 2025 The sibling-owned establishment opened in 2021. USA Today crowned 1010 Wine and Events as the Best Wine Bar in America 2025. Located in Inglewood, California, the luxury establishment is the first and only Black woman–owned wine bar in Inglewood. Located at the intersection of
Althea Gibson’s legacy is unmistakable at the 2025 US Open. On Wednesday, August 27, the tribute to the late professional tennis star crescendoed with a stirring performance by Florida A&M University’s famed Marching 100, celebrating their alumna in high-stepping style, the Tallahassee Democrat reported. It was one highlight in a
After being announced by President Donald Trump as a recipient of this year’s Kennedy Center Honor, Federal Election Commission records show disco legend Gloria Gaynor donated to several MAGA and conservative political campaigns. The 81-year-old star, whose 1978 hit song “I Will Survive” has been an undisputable LGBTQ+ anthem for
Meghan Markle clocked the haters of her show. In a playful yet pointed moment during a recent episode of “The Circuit” with Emily Chang, the Duchess of Sussex clapped back at critics of “With Love, Meghan,” now in its second season on Netflix. During the wide-ranging sit-down, Meghan made it
Mýa is moving on her own time, and she’s perfectly fine with that. In a recent sit-down on the “Hot & Bothered” podcast with Melyssa Ford, the Grammy-winning singer opened up about why marriage and children were never at the center of her vision board. “It’s not even my focus,