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Travis Scott on Variety Cover July 2026

Marcus cut and shaped the look while Latisha handled grooming, and Korynnnn created the braids. This feature appeared in Variety magazine, showcasing Travis Scott's fresh aesthetic through the collaborative efforts of these talented professionals who each brought their expertise to perfect every detail of the final appearance for the publication.

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Fatal Shooting of Corey Ruiz in Wisconsin

The Madison community is asking familiar questions after another police encounter ended with a man shot dead: What happened? Who will be held accountable? And why do these moments continue to expose deep fractures between law enforcement and the communities they serve? The fatal shooting of Corey Ruiz has reignited those conversations, bringing protests to the streets and putting Madison's history with police violence back under the microscope.

Black Woman’s 5 Life Rules at 108

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LeBron to Philly: Will He Ever Surpass Jordan?

King James is taking his talents to Philly, joining Jaylen Brown and Joel Embiid for one last ring chase. But while Michael Jordan earned his legacy by staying in Chicago and building a dynasty through adversity, LeBron is relying on his old playbook: finding the easiest path. That's why he will never reach Jordan-level greatness and why the GOAT debate is officially over.

Diddy’s Prison Fight May Impact Release Date

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LAPD Breaks Up Dobrik’s Party With Snoop Present

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ESPYS 2026 Red Carpet Fashion Guide

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Angela Bassett, 67, Looks Amazing in Stylish Dress

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Tia Mowry’s Style Evolution: Sister, Sister to Soft Life Queen

Trace Tia Mowry's style evolution from nineties sitcom sweetness to her current self-care-focused era of ease and elegance.

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This summer has been all about serving looks and Black celebrities have been dishing up fashion moments that we cannot get enough of. From Paris Fashion Week to the BET Awards to street-style fits, Black Hollywood stars have given us jaw-dropping outfits to add to our Pinterest boards. As the summer heats up, we decided to highlight the best fashion moments this summer.

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Ayra Starr on Clash Magazine July 2026

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The Girl JT on Nylon: July 2026 Cover

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Sanaa Lathan on Essence Magazine July 2026 Cover

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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.

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