Author: Unite News

With some students already in class and many more gearing up for their first days, back-to-school shopping is underway.  From changing when they start shopping, to seeking out new options for supplies amid price hikes and big-box retailer boycotts, to having to fulfill what feels like ever-growing class supplies lists,

by Jeroslyn JoVonn August 15, 2025 Pharrell is elevating his passion for Virginia with the launch of his new creative platform. Pharrell Williams is proudly representing his Virginia roots with the launch of a new creative platform named after his hometown. On Aug. 14, the multihyphenate unveiled a new creative

by Kandiss Edwards August 15, 2025 Angel Reese is releasing her first signature shoe months before schedule. Fans and foes often argue about the WNBA player’s effectiveness on the court. What cannot be denied is that she is a constant topic of discussion. Reese is capitalizing on the public’s interest,

by Mitti Hicks August 15, 2025 The vaccine could be a game changer for Black people, who are disproportionately impacted by both cancers. According to the American Cancer Society, Black men and women have higher incidence rates and a greater likelihood of mortality compared to other racial groups. A new

Monica is reportedly, possibly enjoying the newlywed life. Just days after it was revealed she and her beau, talent manager and producer Anthony “Ant” Wilson, may have tied the knot, the Grammy-winning singer is gushing online about luxury gifts, including a new Maybach, and receiving love like she’s never experienced

by Von Boozier Twins August 15, 2025 Belton is building more than a platform What happens when innovation meets audacity? You get Now That’s TV, the unapologetic, Black-owned network founded by Teleau Belton that is making history as the first of its kind to launch an original video game and stream

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell was indicted today by a federal jury on 18 charges, including false declaration before a grand jury, conspiracy to obstruct justice, and wire fraud. The FBI has connected most of the charges to Cantrell trying to cover up an affair with a city police department

Louisiana sued the online gaming platform Roblox on Thursday, alleging the wildly popular site has perpetuated an environment where sexual predators “thrive, unite, hunt and victimize kids.” The lawsuit, filed in state court by Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, alleges that Roblox has failed to implement effective safety measures to protect child

by Jeroslyn JoVonn August 15, 2025 Nigeria is moving closer to bringing the first high-speed rail train to the region. Nigeria is inching closer to building the continent’s first-ever high-speed rail train, in a proposed $60 billion project. On Aug.12, plans for Nigeria’s $60 billion high-speed rail project were submitted

by Jeroslyn JoVonn August 15, 2025 The beloved Uncle Nearest distillery has been taken from founder Fawn Weaver over millions in unpaid loans. Financial troubles have pushed Tennessee’s Nearest Green Distillery, the celebrated Black-owned whiskey brand, into receivership. On August 14, a federal judge in Tennessee granted lender Farm Credit’s