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2026 Met Gala Recap: Anok Yai Stuns, Beyoncé Returns & Fashion Becomes Art
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The 2026 Met Gala was historic as Beyoncé returned after a decade. Experience Anok Yai’s viral look and Rihanna’s Margiela finale that just broke the internet.
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Adin Ross Investigates Ray J Bombshell After KO
Adin Ross is responding after Ray J alluded to Brand Risk 14 fixing his recent match. The streamer and Brand Risk backer said the promotion would investigate after Ray J suggested there had been a "plan" following his second-round knockout loss to Supa Hot Fire in Las Vegas.
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Lisa Rinna Slams Spencer Pratt’s LA Mayor Ambitions
Lisa Rinna says she doesn't want to see a reality star like Spencer Pratt as the mayor of Los Angeles, noting that she herself wouldn't be suitable for the role given her background in reality television.
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Spencer Pratt Fires Back at Drew Carey’s Serial Scammer Jab
Spencer Pratt is pushing back after Drew Carey blasted his campaign for mayor of Los Angeles. On Monday, Pratt responded on X after the host of The Price Is Right criticized his political run and called him a serial scammer.
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Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen Hits LA Pantages
HELL’S KITCHEN, featuring music and lyrics by Alicia Keys, has made its premiere in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre and runs through June 21, 2026. It’s the story of an ambitious ingenue eager to experience life beyond her city block.
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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.
MUSIC
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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Mya Principle Magazine 2025 Interview
Mya’s Principle Magazine 2025 feature explores her independent music journey, resilience, and upcoming album.
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Keith David Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Announcement
Veteran actor Keith David is set to receive his long-overdue star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on June 4, celebrating decades of excellence.
Dorit Kemsley Returns to RHOBH After Split
Dorit Kemsley says she is ready for another season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, even as her messy personal life keeps playing out in public. Asked how she would respond if her RHOBH contract came through for season 16, Dorit told Entertainment Tonight, "I'd say, 'I'll be there.'"
Jay-Z’s Freestyle Shots at Kanye, Drake & Dame Dash
Hip-hop fans are buzzing after Hov delivered a verse packed with lyrics that many believe were aimed at several high-profile figures, including Kanye West, Drake, Nicki Minaj, music executive Dame Dash, and singer Jaguar Wright.
Teresa Giudice Uses Danielle Staub for Melissa Dirt
Teresa Giudice may be trying to keep the peace with Melissa Gorga, but one insider claims the Real Housewives of New Jersey star is also keeping her options open by refollowing Danielle Staub and potentially gathering information to use against Melissa if their truce falls apart.
A$AP Rocky vs Drake: DJ Akademiks Urges Response
DJ Akademiks discussed the tension after both artists released projects this year and appeared to take shots at each other, saying the Rocky situation goes deeper than Drake's feud with Kendrick Lamar.
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Cam’ron and J. Cole End Feud With ‘Ready ’24’
Cam'ron and J. Cole have reached a settlement in principle in their lawsuit over Cole's 2024 track "Ready '24," according to a filing in Manhattan federal court. The parties expect to complete settlement papers within thirty days.
Kevin Hart Defends Tony Hinchcliffe’s George Floyd Joke
Kevin Hart is facing heavy backlash after he recently defended some of the jokes at his Netflix roast, where Tony Hinchcliffe drew criticism for a George Floyd joke that referenced Floyd, who was killed by former police officer Derek Chauvin in 2020.
Clive Davis Hospitalized in NYC, Expected Full Recovery
The music industry is sending prayers and well wishes to legendary record executive Clive Davis after news broke that he was hospitalized in New York City. According to a spokesperson, Davis was admitted to a hospital Friday evening while suffering from an upper respiratory infection.
Kanye West and Travis Scott Cancel Italy Concert Dates Over Security Concerns
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Kanye West and Travis Scott are receiving no amore from officials in Italy ... because their upcoming shows have been canceled in one region of the country due to security issues. Prefect Salvatore Angieri announced the rapper's shows, which were set to take place in Reggio Emilia in July, will no longer take place after members of the local Jewish community complained about Kanye.
Tony Hinchcliffe Denies Chelsea Handler Roast Claims
Tony Hinchcliffe says he's tired of the narrative that fellow comedian Chelsea Handler stole the show at his expense during Netflix's Roast of Kevin Hart, addressing the reaction on his podcast after Handler's roast material about him spread online.
Juliana Nzita: Race, Death & Media Silence
Sixteen-year-old Juliana Nzita, originally from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, was found dead hanging from a tree on church property in North Carolina earlier this month. Her family deserves answers, and Black America deserves honesty.
Ray J Hospitalized After Supa Hot Fire Knockout
Ray J was hospitalized in Las Vegas after suffering a viral knockout during his MMA fight with Supa Hot Fire at UFC Apex. The 45-year-old R&B singer checked himself in roughly two hours after the match and has been undergoing tests for a possible concussion.
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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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Lex P and Drea Nicole Grace Hype Hair Magazine May 2026 Cover
Lex P and Drea Nicole from the Pour Minds podcast take over the May 2026 cover of Hype Hair Magazine, showcasing their expanding media influence.
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Tiffany Haddish Makes Sports Illustrated History
Tiffany Haddish has made history as the first comedian to appear on the cover of the prestigious Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. The groundbreaking cover comes after years of Haddish's meteoric rise to fame, solidifying her status as a true entertainment powerhouse.
BEAUTY
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.
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Olandria on Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam November 2025 Slays in a Breathtaking High-Fashion Editorial Photographed by Stanlo Photography
A Bazaar Vietnam editorial lensed by Stanlo Photography features the model X_Olandria. The creative team includes Thereisman, MUA TTT Tia, Hair by Estylez and Unleashed Vizuals.
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VIBE Magazine Returns: A Look at Black Culture’s New Print Era
After years of anticipation, VIBE is finally back in print. We dive into why this return means more than just a magazine—it's a cultural reset button for Black Cosmopolitans.
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Doja Cat Elle UK Cover Feature May 2026
Doja Cat graces the cover of Elle UK's May 2026 issue, delivering an unvarnished look at her current artistic era under the direction of Kenya Hunt.
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CRT Pioneer Crenshaw Exposes the Colorblind Myth
Pioneering civil rights scholar Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw's powerful memoir 'Backtalker' traces her journey from Canton, Ohio to becoming a leading voice on Critical Race Theory.
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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.
BEAUTY
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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Michaela Coel Newly Shared Pictures Reveal Fierce Style
Michaela Coel's newly shared pictures reveal her fierce style, from raw street looks to an unbothered magazine spread, cementing her as a cultural standard.
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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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Is Durham Region Safe for People of Color? The Record Says No
Is Durham Region safe for People of Color? Despite its growth, systemic issues and policing records suggest the answer is no.
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Latto Responds to Cardi B’s “Pussy Ass Latto” Rant
Latto appears to be subtly responding after a leaked phone call featuring Cardi B sent social media into a frenzy, with Latto clapping back on Gimme Dat off her Big Mama album about buying her a bag while not directly addressing Cardi by name.
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Can Maca Powder Boost Energy and Sex Drive?
Maca root is part of the cruciferous vegetable family and is often processed into a powder that can be added to smoothies, oatmeal, nutrition bars, and baked goods. It’s also made into capsules and extracts.
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Yung Miami’s Mystery Ex Spent $2.3M on Date
Yung Miami revealed during a livestream conversation with streamer Jordyn Lucas that a former romantic partner spent $2.3 million on a single date night, causing the exchange to go viral across social media platforms including X, Instagram and TikTok.
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Green Spain Food Escape You Need to Try
Discover the lush, Atlantic-facing region of Green Spain, where culinary excellence, cultural depth, and restorative travel await adventurous U.S. tourists.
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Nicki Minaj Makes Surprise Appearance at SpaceX Rocket Launch Attempt by Elon Musk
Nicki Minaj makes a surprise appearance at Elon Musk's SpaceX Starbase site in Texas, as the company's new megarocket launch attempt falls apart due to technical issues.
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Higgsfield Supercomputer, Claude Clones, and the Growing Trust Problem Behind AI “Agent” Platforms
Inside the marketing hype, creator concerns, and data trust questions surrounding the highly anticipated Higgsfield Supercomputer launch.
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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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