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A Different World Series: 5 Things to Love

We've all been skeptical of reboots and sequels. When Hollywood announced a sequel series to A Different World, it was fair to wonder whether it could capture that same Hillman magic. But after watching the new series, we have reasons to believe it might surprise you. Because this isn't just another trip down memory lane—it actually has something new to say.
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Black Shows Snubbed at the Emmys Throughout History

The 78th Primetime Emmys are about to celebrate TV history live from Los Angeles on Sep. 14. With so much groundbreaking television showcased year after year, it's hard to believe that some Black shows and artists considered essential parts of the culture never received award recognition from the Television Academy. We've made a list of actors and shows that have been seriously snubbed at the Emmys over the years. So as we wait to see if certain shows take home prizes, we're looking back at notable series and stars that have never won a Primetime Emmy.
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Black Doctor Closing Racial Gap in Clinical Trials

For generations, medical research has asked Black communities to trust a system that has not always earned it. Today, Dr. Adrelia Allen is trying to change that by ensuring patients understand their rights and have practical support. Allen believes the problem is sometimes simpler than people assume: Black patients may not be rejecting clinical trials, they may never have been asked. Representation matters because researchers need diverse data to understand how investigational medicines work across different populations.
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Black Professor’s Death After Plagiarism Probe

Jason Arday became Cambridge University's youngest Black professor in 2023, overcoming autism, dyslexia, and developmental delay to reach the pinnacle of British academia. However, after allegations of plagiarism and questions about his doctoral thesis emerged, he resigned in August. At 41, he was found dead in South London shortly after. His family stated he was subjected to sustained abuse during the scandal, which proved too much for the accomplished scholar.
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HBCUs Worth Adding to Your College List

Every year, college rankings get people talking about who made the list and who got snubbed. But some HBCUs are quietly excelling without the same national buzz. As students return to campuses this fall, these hidden gems around the country are making history and supporting Black students in full. From one-of-a-kind academic programs to rising enrollment and investments in the future of Black success, these HBCUs deserve some love too.
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HBCU Surge: The Truth Behind the Numbers

Our students are not running from. Our students are running toward. They are running toward Historically Black Colleges and Universities to belong before defending their belonging in the larger world becomes a daily test. That is the story of HBCU enrollment surging, and it's a story that deserves to be told without a foil. They are not settling for us; they are selecting us.
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Carmelo Anthony Dating Rockie Smith NFL Widow

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Wunmi Mosaku’s Face Card: Hollywood’s Best?

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Summer Walker on California’s Seven-Year Rule

Interscope Records sued Summer Walker seeking over $50 million damages over a 2017 joint deal requiring five studio albums. Interscope counts three completed albums while treating two others as non-counting EPs. Walker's attorneys invoked California's seven-year rule, a 1944 law allowing workers to exit personal services contracts after seven years. The original deal offered a $110,000 advance and 16 percent royalty. Walker's attorney expressed confidence in her legal position while remaining open to resolution, though a countersuit is possible. Interscope stated it hopes ongoing discussions lead to an amicable settlement.
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