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It has been a decade since the passing of musical icon Prince, and the music world is still searching for an heir to the Purple Rain star's throne. The Minneapolis legend redefined what it meant to be a pop sensation, leaving boots too large for any single artist to fill. However, several contemporary artists could be in the running as his successor.

A. Philip Randolph was one of the most influential Black labor leaders and trade unionists in American history. He founded the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, the first major Black-led labor union, and used organized labor as a vehicle to fight both workplace discrimination and racial inequality.

Tekashi 6ix9ine said he wants to throw a "Lil Durk Going Away Party" if Durk is found guilty in his federal murder-for-hire case. The comment came during a livestream with DJ Akademiks as Durk remains on trial in Los Angeles, having pleaded not guilty.

Homecoming season at historically Black colleges and universities is right around the corner, which means it's time for football, tailgates, reunions and some serious outfits. HBCU homecoming is just as much about the outfits as it is about the football. The campus becomes a runway, with students and alumni bringing their best looks while repping their schools. Think bold colors, denim, Greek paraphernalia, sneakers, accessories and plenty of personality.

Kirk Franklin recently addressed backlash over praying with R&B artists Chris Brown, Usher, and Mario. In an interview with Angela Yee, Franklin explained that as a faith messenger, he must sometimes meet people where they are rather than expecting them to come to church. He emphasized that believers often carry misconceptions about holiness, noting that sinful people exist everywhere, including inside churches. Franklin argued that true Christian evangelism requires leaving the safety of church walls to spread the gospel to those who don't already believe, stating that meeting people in unconventional spaces like concert backstages isn't compromising faith—it's practicing it.