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Wiz Khalifa’s roots in Pittsburgh started in the South. The 38-year-old rapper—born Cameron Jibril Thomaz—will appear on an upcoming episode of PBS’ “Finding Your Roots,” hosted by Henry Louis Gates Jr., where he learns how his family first settled in Western Pennsylvania during the Great Migration, according to a preview
After teasing the plans she’s weighing for the new year, Rihanna has the internet buzzing once again. The 37-year-old superstar mogul—who recently welcomed her third child—sent fans into a frenzy after she popped into the comments of an Instagram post by “Love Island” alum and new mom Montana Brown, hinting
We are just days into 2026, and the internet has already collected its first meme of the year courtesy of Cam Newton. Recently, the athlete-turned-media personality invited rapper Lady London onto his “Funky Friday” podcast. Amidst the conversations about her career and creativity, Cam Newton showcased his own creativity when
by Mitti Hicks January 13, 2026 Legal experts say people have First Amendment protections to record and report on federal law enforcement in public spaces. There’s a group in Minneapolis that monitors and informs residents when Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents conduct raids in the community. The group, known
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 13, 2026 Ex-Morris Brown President Kevin James called out the board’s decision, calling it “deeply concerning.” As Morris Brown College announces that a new interim president will lead the HBCU, its former leader says he was fired for no cause. The Atlanta University Center institution shocked
Following the fatal ICE shootings of Renee Good, Keith Porter, and others, U.S. Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley introduced a new bill in the U.S. House of Representatives that would end qualified immunity, expanding accountability for ICE agents. “We cannot stand idly by while rogue federal agents—emboldened by the Trump White House—ravage
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 13, 2026 The doll features several additions that align with the experiences of autistic people. Mattel has released a new Barbie doll that serves a unique purpose, representing those on the autism spectrum. The first-ever Autistic Barbie will join Mattel’s line of Fashionista dolls that amplify
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 13, 2026 According to the Federal Reserve, Americans born before 1965 hold more than $105 trillion, or 63%, of household wealth in the U.S. The largest intergenerational wealth transfer in history is here. According to the Federal Reserve, Americans born before 1965 hold more than
The sister of former NFL cornerback Sam Beal is pleading for help, saying her brother has been missing for seven months. TMZ first reported on Essence Zhane’s social media announcement, where she wrote on Facebook in a shared post with the Virginia Beach Police Department and Missing People pages. In
by Sharelle B. McNair January 13, 2026 Referring to it as “a reverse discrimination,” Trump admitted “it accomplished some very wonderful things” but his policies tout other viewpoints. Echoing claims from Vice President JD Vance and other Trump administration officials about a sudden discrimination against white men and people, President
Wiz Khalifa’s roots in Pittsburgh started in the South. The 38-year-old rapper—born Cameron Jibril Thomaz—will appear on an upcoming episode of PBS’ “Finding Your Roots,” hosted by Henry Louis Gates Jr., where he learns how his family first settled in Western Pennsylvania during the Great Migration, according to a preview
After teasing the plans she’s weighing for the new year, Rihanna has the internet buzzing once again. The 37-year-old superstar mogul—who recently welcomed her third child—sent fans into a frenzy after she popped into the comments of an Instagram post by “Love Island” alum and new mom Montana Brown, hinting
We are just days into 2026, and the internet has already collected its first meme of the year courtesy of Cam Newton. Recently, the athlete-turned-media personality invited rapper Lady London onto his “Funky Friday” podcast. Amidst the conversations about her career and creativity, Cam Newton showcased his own creativity when
by Mitti Hicks January 13, 2026 Legal experts say people have First Amendment protections to record and report on federal law enforcement in public spaces. There’s a group in Minneapolis that monitors and informs residents when Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents conduct raids in the community. The group, known
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 13, 2026 Ex-Morris Brown President Kevin James called out the board’s decision, calling it “deeply concerning.” As Morris Brown College announces that a new interim president will lead the HBCU, its former leader says he was fired for no cause. The Atlanta University Center institution shocked
Following the fatal ICE shootings of Renee Good, Keith Porter, and others, U.S. Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley introduced a new bill in the U.S. House of Representatives that would end qualified immunity, expanding accountability for ICE agents. “We cannot stand idly by while rogue federal agents—emboldened by the Trump White House—ravage
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 13, 2026 The doll features several additions that align with the experiences of autistic people. Mattel has released a new Barbie doll that serves a unique purpose, representing those on the autism spectrum. The first-ever Autistic Barbie will join Mattel’s line of Fashionista dolls that amplify
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 13, 2026 According to the Federal Reserve, Americans born before 1965 hold more than $105 trillion, or 63%, of household wealth in the U.S. The largest intergenerational wealth transfer in history is here. According to the Federal Reserve, Americans born before 1965 hold more than
The sister of former NFL cornerback Sam Beal is pleading for help, saying her brother has been missing for seven months. TMZ first reported on Essence Zhane’s social media announcement, where she wrote on Facebook in a shared post with the Virginia Beach Police Department and Missing People pages. In
by Sharelle B. McNair January 13, 2026 Referring to it as “a reverse discrimination,” Trump admitted “it accomplished some very wonderful things” but his policies tout other viewpoints. Echoing claims from Vice President JD Vance and other Trump administration officials about a sudden discrimination against white men and people, President