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by Ahsan Washington May 24, 2025 Bring a whole new level of flavor to the cookout. Memorial Day is just around the corner and that means summer is basically here. It’s time we dust off those grills, text the group chat, and get ready for some seriously good BBQ. But
People with darker skin still need to wear sunscreen — for more reasons than one. Too much ultraviolet exposure from the sun can lead to sunburn, dark spots and wrinkles, and increased risk of skin cancer. The melanin in darker skin offers some extra protection from the sun, but dermatologists say that isn’t enough on
by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 24, 2025 The daughter of a former Hampton University T Force dancer honored her mother and HBCU culture in a video tribute. The 11-year-old daughter of a proud HBCU alum let her child shine in a video performance that pays tribute to the vibrant spirit of
by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 24, 2025 Jussie Smollett has finally reached a settlement with the city of Chicago, and looks “onward” to putting the alleged hate crime hoax behind him. Jussie Smollett has agreed to pay $50,000 to a Chicago-based charity to settle a lawsuit the city filed over his
by Sharelle B. McNair May 24, 2025 While President Donald Trump made pledges during his campaign trail to bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S., a new report from Wells Fargo economists predicts that tariffs won’t make it easy, calling it an “uphill battle,” Business Insider reports. The report highlights
In his latest film “Duplicity,” Tyler Perry dives into complex terrain—confronting controversial issues, testing bonds of friendship, and exposing hidden motives. Known for his emotional storytelling, Perry takes audiences on a journey that’s not only thrilling but also socially resonant. “Watching people hijack the narrative of these movements…you’ll find that
by Ahsan Washington May 24, 2025 From the Revolutionary War to today’s conflicts, Black soldiers have protected and served From the Revolutionary War to today’s conflicts, Black soldiers have bravely served in America’s military, fighting for freedoms they often couldn’t enjoy themselves. Memorial Day gives us a perfect chance to
It’s been 25 years since “106 & Park” first aired, and even now, it lives rent-free in our cultural memory. It wasn’t just a music countdown show—it was the space. A safe zone. A stage where Black teens saw themselves celebrated, where rising stars turned into icons, and where hosts
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton May 23, 2025 The award will be given to her June 8 in Los Angeles at a private, invitation-only event Bronx-bred recording artist Cardi B will be awarded another honor in June when the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) presents her with the
by Kandiss Edwards May 23, 2025 Kyle M. Green Jr. will take a leave of absence after arrest for driving while intoxicated. On May 21, Louisiana State Rep. Kyle M. Green Jr. was arrested on multiple charges, including driving while intoxicated (DWI) and three counts of child endangerment, the Associated
by Ahsan Washington May 24, 2025 Bring a whole new level of flavor to the cookout. Memorial Day is just around the corner and that means summer is basically here. It’s time we dust off those grills, text the group chat, and get ready for some seriously good BBQ. But
People with darker skin still need to wear sunscreen — for more reasons than one. Too much ultraviolet exposure from the sun can lead to sunburn, dark spots and wrinkles, and increased risk of skin cancer. The melanin in darker skin offers some extra protection from the sun, but dermatologists say that isn’t enough on
by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 24, 2025 The daughter of a former Hampton University T Force dancer honored her mother and HBCU culture in a video tribute. The 11-year-old daughter of a proud HBCU alum let her child shine in a video performance that pays tribute to the vibrant spirit of
by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 24, 2025 Jussie Smollett has finally reached a settlement with the city of Chicago, and looks “onward” to putting the alleged hate crime hoax behind him. Jussie Smollett has agreed to pay $50,000 to a Chicago-based charity to settle a lawsuit the city filed over his
by Sharelle B. McNair May 24, 2025 While President Donald Trump made pledges during his campaign trail to bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S., a new report from Wells Fargo economists predicts that tariffs won’t make it easy, calling it an “uphill battle,” Business Insider reports. The report highlights
In his latest film “Duplicity,” Tyler Perry dives into complex terrain—confronting controversial issues, testing bonds of friendship, and exposing hidden motives. Known for his emotional storytelling, Perry takes audiences on a journey that’s not only thrilling but also socially resonant. “Watching people hijack the narrative of these movements…you’ll find that
by Ahsan Washington May 24, 2025 From the Revolutionary War to today’s conflicts, Black soldiers have protected and served From the Revolutionary War to today’s conflicts, Black soldiers have bravely served in America’s military, fighting for freedoms they often couldn’t enjoy themselves. Memorial Day gives us a perfect chance to
It’s been 25 years since “106 & Park” first aired, and even now, it lives rent-free in our cultural memory. It wasn’t just a music countdown show—it was the space. A safe zone. A stage where Black teens saw themselves celebrated, where rising stars turned into icons, and where hosts
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton May 23, 2025 The award will be given to her June 8 in Los Angeles at a private, invitation-only event Bronx-bred recording artist Cardi B will be awarded another honor in June when the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) presents her with the
by Kandiss Edwards May 23, 2025 Kyle M. Green Jr. will take a leave of absence after arrest for driving while intoxicated. On May 21, Louisiana State Rep. Kyle M. Green Jr. was arrested on multiple charges, including driving while intoxicated (DWI) and three counts of child endangerment, the Associated