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Amber Rose Rejects Traditional Advice on Race for Her Kids
Amber Rose explains why she won't teach her children they must work twice as hard because of their race, sparking a parenting debate.
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Amber Rose Rejects Traditional Advice on Race for Her Kids
Amber Rose explains why she won't teach her children they must work twice as hard because of their race, sparking a parenting debate.
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Zendaya Criticized for Wearing Stolen Iranian Earrings
Zendaya wore a pair of massive, shimmering gold disc earrings surrounded by a halo of diamonds to the London photocall for her film The Odyssey, but the accessories have historians and activist groups absolutely screaming because they are actually 3,000-year-old ancient Iranian artifacts that critics claim were sourced through undisclosed means and essentially looted from the Global South.
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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.
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Black Creatives on TIME100 Creators List
The internet is full of content creators, but only a select few can say they've earned a spot on one of TIME's biggest annual lists. This year, the publication recognized more than a handful of Black digital stars who are shaping culture, influencing conversations, and redefining what it means to be an influencer with a meaningful platform in today's age.
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Vic Mensa Defends Megan Thee Stallion
Vic Mensa addresses the industry's double standards and defends Megan Thee Stallion against cyberbullying and misogynoir.
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Prominent African American Public Figures Advocating for Civil Rights and Equality
For most celebrities, fame is about applause. For others, it's about purpose. Through the years, some of our most iconic Black celebs have used their influence to challenge injustice, amplify marginalized voices, and demand change. Whether they challenged politicians, advocated for civil rights, or pushed Hollywood to become more inclusive, these stars understood that fame could open doors far beyond the red carpet.
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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.
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America’s Path to Reclaiming Its Future on July 4th
There's nothing quite like Independence Day in America. You see it in our big cities and small rural towns, in neighborhood block parties and family cookouts, in the faces watching fireworks displays. But while we celebrate this year, there is an undertone of struggle. The skyrocketing cost of gas has caused many to cancel family road trips. Energy costs are up 21%, making air conditioning unaffordable during hot July. Trump's inflation has made hamburgers and hot dogs so expensive that cookouts may not happen. Our families are struggling when we should be celebrating because leaders have created an unnecessary affordability crisis.
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Mother Files Lawsuit Against School District Over Bullying Incident Causing Student Trauma
Two Black brothers at a Southern California elementary school endured months of racial harassment including slurs and degrading comments about their skin color. One child received a note stating his skin was as black as his future. Their mother accuses the Redlands Unified School District of ignoring repeated warnings and failing to protect her sons from a hostile school environment that left lasting emotional scars. The federal civil rights lawsuit alleges the boys were subjected to racist bullying by classmates for months, with harassment including repeated racial slurs and written insults passed between students.
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Why These Black Actresses Slipped From The Spotlight
From Maia Campbell to Lark Voorhies, we look at the systemic pressures that derailed some of Hollywood's most promising Black actresses.
