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Gabrielle Union on 12 Years of Marriage, Miscarriages and Grace
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Gabrielle Union just marked 12 years of marriage to Dwyane Wade, and her anniversary post revealed the real story of miscarriages, betrayal, and grace behind it.
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Black Men’s Skincare: 13 Essential Tips
Your face deserves its own cleanser. Body soaps can be harsher than products formulated for the face, stripping the skin of its natural oils and leaving it feeling dry or irritated due to harsh fragrances. Instead, reach for a facial cleanser that removes dirt, oil and buildup without leaving your skin feeling like the Sahara.
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4xtra Arrested for Attempted Murder: No Jumper Host
Former No Jumper host 4xtra has been arrested for attempted murder. Law enforcement sources tell us LAPD booked the rapper, real name Resan Bingham, Wednesday morning on the attempted murder charge. Police records show 4xtra's bail has been set at one million dollars. He's currently being held at LA's 77th Street police station.
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HBCU Football Classics to Watch in 2026
At an HBCU football game, the crowd is oftentimes more interested in the bands than the football. But it doesn't have to be that way. HBCU bands are spectacular, but somewhere between the drumline and the fifth person yelling about who has the better band, we forget that there are young men on the field trying to win a football game. The players are talented and the games can be mad entertaining.
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Below Deck’s Nathan Gallagher Fired After Conviction
Nathan Gallagher is out at Bravo after the Below Deck star was convicted of assault and choking offenses tied to an alleged domestic violence incident involving his partner and co-star Gael Cameron.
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Essence Awards 2026: Serving LOOKS
Zendaya shut it DOWN wearing Whitney Houston's iconic white gown—pure fashion history on that blue backdrop. Everyone was runway realness from every angle: regal capes, gold floral accents, power shoulders, velvet drama. Black excellence dripping in
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Hollywood’s Golden Night: Critics Choice Honors BIPOC Excellence 2025
Hollywood’s brightest stars aligned at the 8th Annual Critics Choice Celebration. Ryan Coogler and Spike Lee lead a historic night of BIPOC joy and triumph.
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Kelly Rowland 2025 Don’t Call It A Comeback & Future Moves For 2026
Kelly Rowland is reclaiming the spotlight in 2025 — from coaching on “The Voice UK” to joining a major tour — and her next chapter may be her boldest yet.
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Cynthia Erivo Dazzles on Harper’s Bazaar November Cover!
Cynthia Erivo for Harper's Bazaar US.
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Venus Williams: Health Struggles to Joy
Venus Williams enjoyed returning to tennis after health struggles, feeling grateful for fan support. She opened up about her uterine fibroids and the pain she endured. Williams stresses educating yourself and finding a doctor who listens.
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DDG Felt ‘Slighted’ After Sanaa Lathan Brushed Him Off
DDG says his attempt to show love to Sanaa Lathan fell flat, with the actress barely acknowledging him. The rapper and streamer opened up about the unexpected encounter, which left him feeling brushed off despite his positive experiences with other celebrities.
P-Valley Final Season 3 Premiere Date
It's the end of an era for fans of Katori Hall's critically acclaimed drama series P-Valley. The Starz hit that chronicles the lives of strippers at the fictional Pynk club has set a premiere date for its third and final season.
Stephen A. Smith Demands Unedited Interview
Stephen A. Smith claimed viewers didn't get to see his full exchange with Cari Champion and Jemele Hill after appearing on their Flagrant and Funny podcast, saying he was unhappy the interview was edited and YouTube comments were disabled.
Sexyy Red Faces $5M Judgment in Legal Battle
St. Louis rapper Sexyy Red could be on the hook for a $5 million default judgment in a case filed against her by her child's grandmother, who claims the artist goaded fans on social media to beat her up and shared her address. Nicole Barnes says Sexyy asked her large social media presence to conduct acts of violence at her home, forcing her to leave and putting her in immediate danger.
FBI Arrests Rappers in Houston Shooting Connection
Rappers NBA Ben10 and OG3 Three were arrested Thursday morning in connection with a Texas shooting earlier this year. Six people were arrested by the FBI and their partner agencies in Louisiana and Texas. The arrests are related to a shooting at Confessions restaurant in Houston from April. NBA Ben10 was injured in the shooting, which left him with irreversible paralysis according to court documents.
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Anderson .Paak Settles With Jae Lin After 14 Years
Anderson .Paak has reached a divorce settlement with his estranged wife, Jae Lin, more than two years after filing to end their marriage. The Grammy-winning singer filed court documents on September 2 notifying the court that he and Lin had worked out an agreement covering the division of their property and support.
Kodak Black Charged With Fleeing Police
Kodak Black is off the hook in one of his criminal cases after prosecutors charged him with fleeing and resisting arrest during a traffic stop in Florida. On Tuesday, a Broward County judge granted Kodak's motion to dismiss the case, saying prosecutors produced no evidence supporting the charge that the rapper tried to elude police officers. As a result, the judge dismissed all charges against Kodak and closed the case.
Stevie Wonder’s Songs in the Key of Life Album
Tickets for Stevie Wonder's 50th-anniversary Songs in the Key of Life tour are officially on sale. Released in 1976, Wonder's musical masterpiece gave us classics like Sir Duke, I Wish, and Isn't She Lovely, cementing the legendary singer's place in music history. The album made history on the Billboard 200 chart by becoming the third album to debut at number one and the first album by an American artist to do so. Wonder recorded countless songs over the two-year period it took to complete the project, with co-engineer John Fischbach recalling something like 200 songs were created during that time.
Cassie and Alex Fine Return After Leaving USA
Cassie's mostly kept to herself since testifying against Diddy during his sex trafficking trial but she did make a rare public appearance recently showing up to a classy London premiere. The singer-songwriter attended the Mobland showing Thursday about a week before the wide release of the show's much-anticipated second season. Cassie stunned in a low-cut gray dress while posing arm in arm with Alex Fine.
Ed Sheeran Tour Pressure Over Macklemore Palestine Speech
Macklemore's "Free Palestine" message at an Ed Sheeran concert has sparked a push to have him removed from the rest of the tour. While opening for Sheeran at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium on Friday, the Grammy winner performed his protest track "Hind's Hall" and then addressed the crowd directly.
Diddy Wins Legal Battle Over Defamation Claims
Diddy scored a major win in his defamation case against lawyer Ariel Mitchell and her client Courtney Burgess, who claims he has video of Diddy sexually assaulting minors and celebrities. Mitchell tried to get Diddy's lawsuit tossed out, but the judge ruled her arguments weren't convincing enough to stop the case from moving forward. The judge found that Mitchell's statements have precise meanings that are readily understood.
Black Maternal Health: Monique Rodriguez’s $2M Mission
In 2013, Monique Rodriguez was eight months pregnant when she knew something was wrong. The labor and delivery nurse understood the warning signs well. When she suffered a uterine rupture, she repeatedly tried to tell the doctors caring for her that something did not feel right. Still, Rodriguez says, she wasn't heard in time. Her son, Milan, died. More than a decade later, Rodriguez, who went on to found the successful hair care company Mielle Organics, is turning one of the most painful experiences of her life into a $2 million commitment to BirthFUND, the maternal-health organization founded by journalist and author Elaine Welteroth that supports midwifery.
FASHION
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Savannah James: Hermès Milan Refused To Serve Me
Savannah James' Hermès story in Milan exposes the cold truth about luxury fashion: wealth doesn't buy respect.
WOMEN
Drake Surprises Women with Cash and Cars
Drake surprises women at the 'Stronger Women, Stronger Drinks' event with over $1 million in cash, Maybachs, and luxury G-Wagons.
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ESPYS 2026 Red Carpet Fashion Guide
Catch the latest ESPYS 2026 red carpet fashion! See how top athletes and entertainers dressed to impress at this star-studded event in NYC.
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Angela Bassett, 67, Looks Amazing in Stylish Dress
Angela Bassett, 67, looked absolutely breathtaking at the opening night of The Whoopi Monologues at Lincoln Center's Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater, wearing a stunning high-contrast black and white two-piece ensemble with 3D floral embellishments and a graphic print maxi skirt.
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Will Anderson Jr on Sports Illustrated 2026
Will Anderson Jr.'s stylist Dex Rob recently collaborated with Sports Illustrated on a fashion feature. The styling showcased Anderson Jr.'s contemporary aesthetic, blending athletic wear with high-end pieces. The collaboration highlighted how professional athletes are increasingly becoming style icons in the fashion world.
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Edward Enninful on i-D Magazine Cover September 2026
Edward Enninful serves as Chief Creative Officer and Stylist, while Club Juliun works as Casting Assistant. This dynamic duo brings their combined expertise to create compelling visual narratives and curate exceptional talent for various projects and productions.
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Geneva Thomas on The Knowing News Cover 2026
Introducing theknowing.news by myterritori. Story by genevasthomas
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Tyler Austin Harper on The Atlantic
Tyler Austin Harper for The Atlantic wrote about contemporary issues affecting modern society, exploring cultural trends and political developments through detailed analysis and investigative reporting that reaches millions of readers.
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Vivica A. Fox Shuts Down Age Critics: I Do My Best
Vivica A. Fox opened up about beauty standards in Hollywood, saying she's comfortable in her skin despite pressures to maintain a youthful appearance. The 61-year-old actress emphasized that aging is a beautiful thing and that people should allow women to age normally.
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Solange Knowles and Megan Thee Stallion Share Makeup-Free Vacation Photos
Solange Knowles and Megan Thee Stallion trade the noise of the industry for open water. The Houston natives share a serene look at their restorative vacation.
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Chrissy Teigen’s Shocking New Look Revealed
Chrissy Teigen debuted a shocking new face at a 60th birthday bash this week, appearing with a dramatically different jawline, cat-like eye lift, and deep tan that left fans barely recognizing her as the woman who married John Legend.
BEAUTY
Redefining Postpartum Beauty: How Black Moms Navigate Self-Care
Black mothers are rewriting the rules of postpartum beauty, trading high-maintenance routines for grace, deep rest, and intentional self-care.
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Ciara & Russell Wilson’s $45M California Mansion
Ciara and Russell Wilson's lavish $45M California mansion features 30,000 sq ft, 9 bedrooms, 13 baths, a football field, recording studio, and more!
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Are Toasters Obsolete in Modern Kitchens?
In many modern kitchens, counter space has become a premium, and one Tasting Table writer argues that the traditional slot toaster no longer justifies the room it takes up. The core of the argument is that a single-use appliance has become less practical
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Mark Grattan Architectural Digest Feature: Black Interior Design
Dive deeply into Mark Grattan's awe-inspiring feature for Architectural Digest. With styling by Tiffani St., the celebrated furniture designer and founder of VIDIVIXI redefines modern luxury through a culturally resonant and unapologetically Black lens, merging sensual minimalism with historic design references.
HOME LIVING
Finding Your Furry Fam: The Perfect Pets for Black Families Today
For black families seeking the purr-fect companion, consider adopting a cat with a calm temperament, such as an Abyssinian or a British Shorthair.
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Lauryn Hill Shuts Down Rohan Marley Rumors | BlkCosmo
Ms. Lauryn Hill steps in to clear the air regarding her past relationship with Rohan Marley, refuting claims of being 'done dirty'.
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Why Couples Need The Money Talk
Before the matching pajamas and joint trips, couples must have real conversations about debt, credit, and financial compatibility.
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Floyd Mayweather’s $18.5M Miami Mansion Sold
A gorgeous Miami Beach mansion once owned by decorated boxer Floyd Mayweather has recently been sold for $18.5 million, which is nearly $3 million shy of what Mayweather originally sold it for in November 2024. The 10,818-square-foot home features eight bedrooms and 9.5 bathrooms, a movie room, a game room, a 5,000-square-foot rooftop, and much more. The home boasts a grand spiral staircase, formal sitting room, impressive kitchen with beautiful island and modern stainless steel appliances, and multiple guest bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.
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Black Cancer Support Resources and Services
Discover crucial support resources and services for Black cancer patients, addressing disparities and ensuring comprehensive care.
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Sasha Brookner and Veteran Publicists on Social Media PR
A roundtable of five veteran publicists, including Sasha Brookner and Fairley McCaskill, unpacks how direct digital access is shaping reputation management.
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Transformers x Avengers Endgame Stop Motion Portal Scene Breakdown
A masterfully crafted stop-motion sequence swaps Earth's mightiest heroes for the towering defenders of Cybertron in an epic recreation of the Avengers portal scene.
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Janet Jackson Engaged to Louis Farrakhan’s Grandson Son
BlkCosmo has learned that Janet Jackson may be heading down the aisle for the fourth time, with the lucky man being Mustapha Farrakhan, the son of Nation of Islam leader Minister Louis Farrakhan, ahead of her 60th birthday celebration.
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Empire’s Bryshere Gray Groceries Ate By Transgender Reality Star Sidney Starr in Leaked Tape
Empire star and transgender reality star Sidney Starr linked up for Onlyfans collaboration. The two posted a few videos of Sidney tossing Bryshere’s salad, givin