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My grandparents did not grow up with degrees. They were born, raised, and died down in South Carolina, true products of the Depression era, and though the school system never gave them fancy college degrees, they carried a PhD in reading white folks. They had a particular understanding of the peculiarities of rich white people, and they spent a lifetime studying how their tricks and hacks could be useful to us.

Paris Fashion Week has come to an end, and all the celebrities who flooded into France's capital city will soon be heading back out. Before they do, we have to talk about the incredible Black stars who turned Paris into their personal runways. From the front rows to the afterparties, Black celebs wore fire fits we are immediately adding to our moodboards. As always, we've had our eyes peeled and kept note of all the looks.

The Sunset Strip got a serious dose of Baddies energy this weekend because DJ Sky High Baby dropped in to the TMZ Brunch Bus, turning an already rowdy afternoon into a full-blown party and giving Ray J advice for his upcoming fight against Orlando Brown. Sky, accompanied by singer E.K.E., wasted no time bringing guests to Beaches in WeHo where an epic drag show broke out as soon as the bus pulled up, followed by shots and complimentary drinks for everyone on board.

Daphne Joy is speaking publicly after an alleged intimate video involving her, Sean "Diddy" Combs and adult entertainer Sly Diggler leaked online. The OnlyFans creator claimed she never consented to being recorded and accused the person in the video of attempting extortion through blackmail.

The Smithsonian has long been known as America's attic, preserving triumphs, contradictions, innovations and struggles for all generations. With 21 museums, the National Zoo, and millions of objects in its collections, the Smithsonian is far more than a tourist destination in Washington, D.C. It's a living archive of American culture, creativity, and resilience. From iconic artifacts to groundbreaking exhibitions, these are reasons the Smithsonian remains one of the country's greatest cultural institutions.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup should unite the world as billions of soccer fans tune in to see which nation will be crowned the best in the sport. Unfortunately, the treatment of Black stars like IShowSpeed and French team captain Kylian Mbappé serves as a harsh reminder: No matter how great you are in your field, racism will always rear its ugly head to try to drag you down.