Register for our kickoff of the first phase of the SpringMo Black Wellness Initiative
by Sharelle B. McNair June 23, 2025 Launched on Juneteenth, consumers can shop their favorite brands ranging from beauty to workout gear to seasonings. With major retailers pulling back on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, Black-owned brands are looking for new shelves to call home. That’s where Shop Red
by Jeroslyn JoVonn June 23, 2025 Kendrick Lamar is the inspiration behind a new course coming to Temple University. Temple University will introduce a new course in Fall 2025 that explores Kendrick Lamar’s life and music, focusing on the state of Black culture. Developed by Temple University Africology and African American
President Donald Trump said Monday on social media that Israel and Iran have agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire” to be phased in over 24 hours. The U.S. president said on Truth Social that the ceasefire would bring an “Official END” to the war, a major change in the
by Jeroslyn JoVonn June 23, 2025 The People’s Union is going after McDonald’s with its latest nationwide boycott. McDonald’s is gearing up for a nationwide boycott beginning June 24 as advocates target the mega fast food chain as a sign of support against “economic resistance.” The People’s Union, a rising
U.S. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., slammed President Donald Trump for Saturday’s strikes in Iran without seeking congressional approval and questioned whether the commander-in-chief is “lying” to the American public about the scope and purported success of the military operation. “It’s not optional, Donald,” said Jeffries at a Monday press conference
Black farmers are bracing for the worst as the Trump administration rolls back needed funding, including millions in grants that it has determined are “woke DEI propaganda.” “They’re really rolling back the clocks,” said John Boyd Jr., founder of the National Black Farmers Association. In addition to cutting needed financial assistance, the
Nick Cannon loves his children, but don’t ask him to name all 12. The 44-year-old actor and comedian, who shares 12 children with six different mothers, failed to list all 12 of his descendants during a recent appearance on the “Really Good Podcast.” The gaffe occurred after the topic turned
Dear Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter and creative director/manager Blue Ivy Carter, can we talk? Because the American Beyhive is confused, a little heartbroken, and just trying to understand: girl, what did we do to deserve this treatment? Since the “Cowboy Carter” tour kicked off in April, Beyoncé has been giving full-on
Jussie Smollett is headed down the aisle! On Friday, the 43-year-old actor revealed in an Instagram post that he proposed to his boyfriend, actor Jabari Redd, who promptly accepted. “I’ll be spending my birthday with my Fiancé… He said YES. 💍,” Smollett, who also celebrated his 43rd birthday on Saturday,
There’s an extremely real reason why actors and actresses like Gabrielle Union may take on multiple side hustles: family. The 52-year-old actress recently revealed what it takes to help support her father’s health journey with dementia and how she’s been balancing his care with her demanding career and family life.
by Sharelle B. McNair June 23, 2025 Launched on Juneteenth, consumers can shop their favorite brands ranging from beauty to workout gear to seasonings. With major retailers pulling back on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, Black-owned brands are looking for new shelves to call home. That’s where Shop Red
by Jeroslyn JoVonn June 23, 2025 Kendrick Lamar is the inspiration behind a new course coming to Temple University. Temple University will introduce a new course in Fall 2025 that explores Kendrick Lamar’s life and music, focusing on the state of Black culture. Developed by Temple University Africology and African American
President Donald Trump said Monday on social media that Israel and Iran have agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire” to be phased in over 24 hours. The U.S. president said on Truth Social that the ceasefire would bring an “Official END” to the war, a major change in the
by Jeroslyn JoVonn June 23, 2025 The People’s Union is going after McDonald’s with its latest nationwide boycott. McDonald’s is gearing up for a nationwide boycott beginning June 24 as advocates target the mega fast food chain as a sign of support against “economic resistance.” The People’s Union, a rising
U.S. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., slammed President Donald Trump for Saturday’s strikes in Iran without seeking congressional approval and questioned whether the commander-in-chief is “lying” to the American public about the scope and purported success of the military operation. “It’s not optional, Donald,” said Jeffries at a Monday press conference
Black farmers are bracing for the worst as the Trump administration rolls back needed funding, including millions in grants that it has determined are “woke DEI propaganda.” “They’re really rolling back the clocks,” said John Boyd Jr., founder of the National Black Farmers Association. In addition to cutting needed financial assistance, the
Nick Cannon loves his children, but don’t ask him to name all 12. The 44-year-old actor and comedian, who shares 12 children with six different mothers, failed to list all 12 of his descendants during a recent appearance on the “Really Good Podcast.” The gaffe occurred after the topic turned
Dear Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter and creative director/manager Blue Ivy Carter, can we talk? Because the American Beyhive is confused, a little heartbroken, and just trying to understand: girl, what did we do to deserve this treatment? Since the “Cowboy Carter” tour kicked off in April, Beyoncé has been giving full-on
Jussie Smollett is headed down the aisle! On Friday, the 43-year-old actor revealed in an Instagram post that he proposed to his boyfriend, actor Jabari Redd, who promptly accepted. “I’ll be spending my birthday with my Fiancé… He said YES. 💍,” Smollett, who also celebrated his 43rd birthday on Saturday,
There’s an extremely real reason why actors and actresses like Gabrielle Union may take on multiple side hustles: family. The 52-year-old actress recently revealed what it takes to help support her father’s health journey with dementia and how she’s been balancing his care with her demanding career and family life.