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by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 14, 2026 No cause of death has been determined Recording artist John Forté, who was an affiliate of platinum-selling act The Fugees, has been reported dead at the age of 50. According to the Vineyard Gazette, the Martha’s Vineyard resident was discovered dead at
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 14, 2026 5 examples of AI agents in the workplace Just like a fancy camera doesn’t make you a photographer, just having access to powerful AI tools doesn’t mean you’re getting real value out of them. It’s what you do with the tools—how you structure
by Sharelle B. McNair January 14, 2026 New investments provide possibilities to Black tech founders who understand local terrain as well as the operational requirements and regulatory environments needed to succeed. Nigerian drone startup Terra Industries has received an $11.8 million investment from American tech billionaire Joe Lonsdale, a move
Being a blockbuster action star brings in blockbuster bank. One month after “Avatar: Fire & Ash” hit theaters, Zoë Saldaña has officially become the highest-grossing actor of all time. The 47-year-old Academy Award-winning actress reached the milestone after starring in three of the highest-grossing films ever released: 2009’s “Avatar,” its
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 14, 2026 “I don’t think we can be successful and keep our jobs with a bunch of 18-year-olds.” Prairie View A&M head coach Tremaine Jackson recently offered some food for thought at a convention, saying that a college program can’t be successful if it
Teyana Taylor, who just won her first Golden Globe for her portrayal of Perfidia Beverly Hills in “One Battle After Another,” says she doesn’t fully understand the scrutiny surrounding her character. The 35-year-old actress opened up about the role, and the backlash it has sparked for what some viewers have
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 14, 2026 Would DOGE trigger a recession? Was the U.S. heading into a trade war? As we step into 2026, the fundamental backdrop for markets appears more favorable than at any time since 2021. It may be hard to remember after wrapping up a strong
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 14, 2026 Hybrid work poses challenges, including overcoming roadblocks to communication and collaboration, retooling productivity management, and ensuring engagement and equity. Hybrid working is here to stay. In 2025, 97% of employees said they wanted to continue working remotely. While hybrid work can yield higher
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 14, 2026 About 75% of Americans wildly overestimate the cost of life insurance. It’s estimated that 74 million Americans don’t have life insurance, and another 25 million admit they need more coverage than what they already have, according to LIMRA’s 2025 Insurance Barometer Study. The
In a world where smartphone notifications never stop and emails flood our inboxes at all hours, the ability to step back and disconnect has become a rare skill—one many dream of but rarely implement. A 2025 Microsoft Work Trend Index Special Report estimates that the average time between interruptions during
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 14, 2026 No cause of death has been determined Recording artist John Forté, who was an affiliate of platinum-selling act The Fugees, has been reported dead at the age of 50. According to the Vineyard Gazette, the Martha’s Vineyard resident was discovered dead at
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 14, 2026 5 examples of AI agents in the workplace Just like a fancy camera doesn’t make you a photographer, just having access to powerful AI tools doesn’t mean you’re getting real value out of them. It’s what you do with the tools—how you structure
by Sharelle B. McNair January 14, 2026 New investments provide possibilities to Black tech founders who understand local terrain as well as the operational requirements and regulatory environments needed to succeed. Nigerian drone startup Terra Industries has received an $11.8 million investment from American tech billionaire Joe Lonsdale, a move
Being a blockbuster action star brings in blockbuster bank. One month after “Avatar: Fire & Ash” hit theaters, Zoë Saldaña has officially become the highest-grossing actor of all time. The 47-year-old Academy Award-winning actress reached the milestone after starring in three of the highest-grossing films ever released: 2009’s “Avatar,” its
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 14, 2026 “I don’t think we can be successful and keep our jobs with a bunch of 18-year-olds.” Prairie View A&M head coach Tremaine Jackson recently offered some food for thought at a convention, saying that a college program can’t be successful if it
Teyana Taylor, who just won her first Golden Globe for her portrayal of Perfidia Beverly Hills in “One Battle After Another,” says she doesn’t fully understand the scrutiny surrounding her character. The 35-year-old actress opened up about the role, and the backlash it has sparked for what some viewers have
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 14, 2026 Would DOGE trigger a recession? Was the U.S. heading into a trade war? As we step into 2026, the fundamental backdrop for markets appears more favorable than at any time since 2021. It may be hard to remember after wrapping up a strong
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 14, 2026 Hybrid work poses challenges, including overcoming roadblocks to communication and collaboration, retooling productivity management, and ensuring engagement and equity. Hybrid working is here to stay. In 2025, 97% of employees said they wanted to continue working remotely. While hybrid work can yield higher
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 14, 2026 About 75% of Americans wildly overestimate the cost of life insurance. It’s estimated that 74 million Americans don’t have life insurance, and another 25 million admit they need more coverage than what they already have, according to LIMRA’s 2025 Insurance Barometer Study. The
In a world where smartphone notifications never stop and emails flood our inboxes at all hours, the ability to step back and disconnect has become a rare skill—one many dream of but rarely implement. A 2025 Microsoft Work Trend Index Special Report estimates that the average time between interruptions during