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Iyanla Vanzant Returns To OWN With ‘Iyanla: The Inside Fix’

by Ann Brown December 28, 2025 The 72-year-old life coach, author, and television personality is revisiting 12 of the most impactful episodes from “Iyanla: Fix My Life.” After a few years away from television, Iyanla Vanzant is making a highly anticipated return to OWN with the new series, Iyanla: The

CeCe Winans is under fire for praising Kennedy Center Honors event

CeCe Winans is receiving some backlash online after she posted a video of her sister, Debbie Winans, performing at this year’s Kennedy Center Honors. The gospel singer shared the video on her social media accounts, garnering some comments complimenting the vocals, and others condemning her support of the arts institution,

At the Africa Cup, Sudanese players endure brutal war to bring hope

CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) — When Sudan player Ammar Taifour first heard gunfire outside his hotel room, he shrugged it off and went back to sleep. He had a soccer match to play. But hours later, gunfire erupted again and gunmen surrounded the hotel in Omdurman, central Sudan, trying to seize

Shaq Takes On New Role With Georgia Sheriff’s Office

by Ann Brown December 28, 2025 The NBA icon was officially promoted to Chief of Community Relations for the Henry County Sheriff’s Office. Shaquille O’Neal’s latest promotion celebrates his dedication to community service. On Christmas Day, the NBA icon was officially promoted to Chief of Community Relations for the Henry

Pioneer HBCU Band Director Richard Beckford Dies After Long Illness

by Kandiss Edwards December 28, 2025 His death prompted an outpouring of tributes from music programs around the country. The historically Black college and university band community is mourning the death of Dr. Richard Beckford, a longtime band director and educator. Florida Memorial University announced Beckford’s death on Dec. 26,

Iyanla Vanzant Returns To OWN With ‘Iyanla: The Inside Fix’

by Ann Brown December 28, 2025 The 72-year-old life coach, author, and television personality is revisiting 12 of the most impactful episodes from “Iyanla: Fix My Life.” After a few years away from television, Iyanla Vanzant is making a highly anticipated return to OWN with the new series, Iyanla: The

CeCe Winans is under fire for praising Kennedy Center Honors event

CeCe Winans is receiving some backlash online after she posted a video of her sister, Debbie Winans, performing at this year’s Kennedy Center Honors. The gospel singer shared the video on her social media accounts, garnering some comments complimenting the vocals, and others condemning her support of the arts institution,

At the Africa Cup, Sudanese players endure brutal war to bring hope

CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) — When Sudan player Ammar Taifour first heard gunfire outside his hotel room, he shrugged it off and went back to sleep. He had a soccer match to play. But hours later, gunfire erupted again and gunmen surrounded the hotel in Omdurman, central Sudan, trying to seize

Shaq Takes On New Role With Georgia Sheriff’s Office

by Ann Brown December 28, 2025 The NBA icon was officially promoted to Chief of Community Relations for the Henry County Sheriff’s Office. Shaquille O’Neal’s latest promotion celebrates his dedication to community service. On Christmas Day, the NBA icon was officially promoted to Chief of Community Relations for the Henry

Pioneer HBCU Band Director Richard Beckford Dies After Long Illness

by Kandiss Edwards December 28, 2025 His death prompted an outpouring of tributes from music programs around the country. The historically Black college and university band community is mourning the death of Dr. Richard Beckford, a longtime band director and educator. Florida Memorial University announced Beckford’s death on Dec. 26,