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CULTURE
Rihanna Returns to Barbados with Her Children on Rihanna Drive
Rihanna takes her three young children back to her childhood bungalow on Rihanna Drive in Barbados, reflecting on her journey from a simple Westbury upbringing to global stardom.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Kai Cenat Restricts Saucy Santana From Streamers University
A miscommunication between management teams leads to Saucy Santana being escorted off the Streamers University campus, as Kai Cenat enforces strict event guidelines.
CULTURE
Watermelon Stereotype: Origins and History
July is officially National Watermelon Month—a U.S. Senate-approved celebration of one of summer's favorite fruits. But behind those family backyard BBQs lies a piece of history that was left out of the textbooks. Long before the fruit was hijacked and weaponized as a racist stereotype, the watermelon was actually a powerful symbol of Black freedom and economic independence.
CULTURE
Inside Michael Rubin’s Hamptons White Party
Step inside Michael Rubin's legendary White Party in the Hamptons, featuring stellar performances by Cardi B and Alicia Keys.
NEWS
Supreme Court Leaves Lower Ruling on Police Stops and Black Men Intact
The Supreme Court has made the unexpected decision to let stand a ruling that acknowledges the distinct experiences of Black men when it comes to police interactions, a nod towards the complexities of systemic racism and its impact on communities of color.
CULTURE
Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic Expands Access in Charlotte
Michael Jordan opens his fourth family medical clinic in Charlotte, providing primary care to uninsured and underserved communities in North Carolina.
BOOKS
Who Was the First Female Rapper on a Vogue Cover? Nicki Minaj vs. Cardi B vs. Lil’ Kim
The debate over the first female rapper on Vogue hinges on definitions: main cover vs. editorial, solo vs. shared, and US vs. international editions. Nicki Minaj holds claims for Vogue Arabia (2018) and a solo US Vogue cover. Cardi B made US Vogue history with Kulture (2020). Lil' Kim's iconic 1999 editorial is foundational.
PRESTIGE
Mr. T: From Laurence Tureaud to a Symbol of Black Self-Respect
Mr. T, born Laurence Tureaud, legally changed his name in 1970 at 18. This act was a statement of self-respect, challenging disrespectful treatment of Black men, like being called “boy”.
SPOTLIGHT
Happy 59th Birthday to Halle Berry: Hollywood Royalty Still Slaying!
Happy 59th Birthday to Actress Halle Berry! She's known for starring in Monster's Ball, Catwoman, and Losing Isaiah.🎂🍰
SPOTLIGHT
Happy August Birthday to Carl Anthony Payne’s Son, Malek! 🥳🎂
Happy Birthday to Carl Anthony Payne's Son, Malek!
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SPOTLIGHT
Happy 54th Birthday to Will Smith’s Unseen Twin Siblings, Harry and Ellen!
Happy 54th Birthday to Will Smith's Twin Brother and Sister, Harry and Ellen! 🥳🎉