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Business Success Books and Podcasts Guide
Many people feel that expensive business conferences are failing to deliver. Following recent social media backlash surrounding InvestFest—one of the largest gatherings for Black entrepreneurs and investors—many attendees left feeling like they paid top dollar for basic advice and empty networking. With August being Black Business Month, it's the perfect time to explore how Black entrepreneurs can unlock game-changing business gems from top experts through books without breaking the bank on conference tickets.
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NBA Foundation’s Ruth Jurgensen: $300M Impact
Ruth Jurgensen is changing the game of sports philanthropy. As executive director of the NBA Foundation and one of the few Black women executives in sports, she leads the league's charge to cultivate economic opportunity, career readiness, and front-office access for under-resourced young adults nationwide. Created in 2020 via a 10-year, $300 million commitment from the NBA Board of Governors, the NBA Foundation has moved beyond traditional sports philanthropy.
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Keke Palmer’s Multi-Million Dollar Empire
Keke Palmer will reportedly take home $2 million for her new hosting gig on the popular NBC singing competition series "The Voice: Celebrity." According to Fortune Magazine, the talented star earned her first million by the time she was 12 years old, thanks to projects like "Barbershop 2: Back in the Habit," "Madea's Family Reunion," and her breakout film "Akeelah and the Bee." Just two years after starring in the popular 2006 film, she landed her own show on Nickelodeon called "True Jackson VP," where she reportedly earned $20,000 per episode.
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Laverne Cox: Brands “Scared” to Work With Her
Laverne Cox says she has lost so much money because of this administration as brands and colleges pull back from diversity, equity and inclusion work, and she now survives on her savings and retirement money.
CAREER & FINANCE
Pinky Cole Bankruptcy: $4M Debt Explained
Pinky Cole, founder of Slutty Vegan, has amended her personal bankruptcy filing, revealing a staggering $4 million in liabilities. Uncover the details behind this massive financial update.
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Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat Sued Over Rival Podcast Block
Kevin Hart's company Hartbeat sued two former employees, Eric Eddings and Lesley Gwam, accusing them of using confidential company information to secretly build a rival podcast venture while still employed at the company.
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Ciara Pregnant With Baby Number 5 – It’s a Boy
Ciara and Russell Wilson officially confirmed on September 6, 2026, that baby number five is on the way, and according to insiders close to the couple, the new addition will be another boy joining big brothers Future Zahir and Win Harrison, along with big sisters Sienna Princess and Amora Princess.
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Osaka & Gauff’s U.S. Open Tips for Newcomers
The 2026 U.S. Open has a new audience and apparently not everyone knows the rules. As celebrities, influencers and first-time tennis fans descend on Flushing Meadows, some spectators have gone viral for disruptive behavior, from using ring lights in the stands to talking too loudly during play. Tennis superstars Naomi Osaka and Coco Gauff have weighed in, reminding newcomers that enjoying the U.S. Open comes with more etiquette than other sporting events. Whether you're a seasoned fan or visiting for the first time, respecting the sport is essential.
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Macklemore Clarifies Free Palestine Speech Backlash
Macklemore is firing back at critics who slammed his "Free Palestine" message during Ed Sheeran's MetLife Stadium concert, insisting his comments were not an attack on Jewish people. The rapper addressed the controversy Monday after his opening performance at Sheeran's New Jersey shows sparked backlash and calls for him to be removed from the remainder of the tour. Macklemore says his message was about supporting Palestinian freedom and opposing the suffering of civilians, not criticizing Jewish people.
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Black Icons Who Paved the Way for Tomorrow
Being a legend is more than a title; it's about building an imprint through work that influences future generations. From Denzel Washington to Janet Jackson, Black entertainment has produced a class of icons whose careers have shaped the culture. Now, a new generation is following their blueprint.
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Pink Responds to Macklemore’s Pro-Palestine Concert Comments
Pink is appearing to weigh in on the controversy surrounding Macklemore's appearance at Ed Sheeran's New Jersey concert. The singer reposted an Instagram Story from StopAntisemitism this weekend, which blasted Macklemore's performance and called the situation downright awful in its caption. Pink did not add any commentary of her own to the repost, however sharing the criticism to her account has amplified the push to have Macklemore removed from further touring with Sheeran.