Tag: Black Excellence
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13 Queens. One Undeniable Legacy.
Since 1990, 13 Black and Black Biracial women have shaped the history of Miss USA. From the military to STEM and journalism to criminal justice reform, these women broke barriers, redefined leadership, and used the crown for impact far beyond the stage.
SPORTS
Ghana Skates into Olympic History
Erin Akousa Jackson, the Ghanaian-American speed skating queen, blazes past haters to claim gold as the first Black woman with an individual Winter Olympic medal. From inline roots to Beijing 2022 gold, her African excellence freezes the doubters. 🥇💪🏽
FASHION
Gala Glam: 15% Pledge’s Best Looks
The intersection of high fashion and hard-hitting advocacy has never looked quite this good. The Fifteen Percent Pledge Gala is a call to action, urging major retailers to dedicate at least 15 percent of their shelf space to Black-owned businesses.
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Morehouse Grad Feeds 125,000
Morehouse graduate and Omega Psi Phi brother Noah McQueen is turning service into a national movement. His organization, Lifting Our Voices, has fed over 125,000 families, mobilized volunteers, and created service chapters on campuses nationwide.
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Ella Mai Hails Black British Brilliance
Ella Mai graces Hunger Magazine in a powerful editorial spotlighting Black British creativity. Her intimate conversation with Little Simz adds depth and reflection between two defining voices, celebrating storytelling, artistry, and Black excellence.
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Swizz Beatz Conquers Esquire Qatar
Swizz Beatz commands Esquire Qatar's cover, the producer godfather blending art collector swagger with a hip-hop empire. From Ruff Ryders beats to the Verzuz revolution, the mogul and NYU Dean redefines excellence, mentoring a new generation of creators.
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KJ Biermann Indicted on Seven Counts Following Arrest
Kroy "KJ" Biermann, the 15-year-old son of Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann, is facing additional serious charges after a grand jury returned an indictment in his case. According to the September 3 indictment, KJ is charged with aggravated child molestation, aggravated sexual battery, aggravated sodomy, false imprisonment and three counts of sexual battery against a child under 16.
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Wheel of Fortune Host Jim Thornton Denies Child Porn Allegations
New details are emerging about an in-flight incident that led to Wheel of Fortune host Jim Thornton being questioned by authorities and later suspended from the game show. A passenger became concerned after seeing messages on his laptop that she believed came from a chatroom involving inappropriate discussions about minors.
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Black Maternal Health: Planned Parenthood CEO
The majority of Black women live in states with abortion bans, and abortion bans have made pregnancy more dangerous. Defunding Planned Parenthood has impacted health centers across the country, even in blue states, meaning defunding things like STI tests and access to contraception and cancer screenings. Access to safe and reliable reproductive healthcare is particularly important to Black women, who have a maternal mortality rate three times higher than other groups.
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Carla Jeffery’s Family Addresses Death Drug Rumors
Carla Jeffery's family is denying reports that drugs played a role in the Disney Channel star's death, pushing back against online rumors as questions remain about what happened.
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TIFF 2026: Must-Watch Movies – The Root
Black Hollywood is rolling out the red carpet at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival with highly anticipated films including the action-drama Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother starring Mahershala Ali and the complex family saga The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives. Other standout features include Misty Green directed by Chris Rock, Prima Facie with Cynthia Erivo, and Clarissa set in modern-day Nigeria. The festival also showcases Love of Your Life featuring Aaron Pierre and documentaries celebrating cultural legacies and personal journeys of resilience.