As the country observes Veterans Day, it’s important to remember that the history of especially Black people in the American military is a complicated one. On its surface, it’s yet another one of the countless ways that Black people have helped build this country and keep it safe. However, beneath that veneer lies some ugly truths that haunt the U.S. military’s legacy to this day. And while much of that […]

Source: Houston Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers / Getty In a tragic incident during Tuskegee University’s 100th anniversary homecoming, one person has died and 16 others are injured following a mass shooting on campus. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency reported that police responded to a shots fired call at West Commons, an apartment complex at 1200 West Montgomery Road. An 18-year-old was confirmed dead at the scene. University officials have stated that the […]

Source: Justin Sullivan / Getty The 2025 Grammy nominations are here and Beyoncé leads the pack. With 11 nods, the “Cowboy Carter“ artist is now the most Grammy-nominated artist in history, overtaking the previous record held by her husband, Jay-Z. The Recording Academy dropped the nominations on November 3, spanning over 90 categories. Close behind Beyoncé in nomination numbers are Kendrick Lamar, Charli XCX, and Post Malone. Beyoncé leads 2025 […]

Source: WORTHI PR / WORTHI PR   One thing we learned from speaking with the Black filmmakers in this year’s “Rising Voices” competition at Tribeca Festival is that cinephiles everywhere are in for a treat if things go according to plan. Part of that is due to the incoming rise of Winter Dunn. She’s a director, producer, actress in her own right and already a NAACP Image Award winner — […]

Source: Courtesy / Disney Disney just unveiled the final trailer for Mufasa: The Lion King at the D23 Brazil event. Watch the trailer and read more about the film inside. The highly anticipated live action film, Mufasa: The Lion King, directed by Barry Jenkins offers fans a nostalgic journey back to Pride Rock’s origins. This new trailer reveals a glimpse of the franchise’s beloved characters like Mufasa, Scar, Sarabi, Rafiki, and […]

Source: Gabe Ginsberg / Getty Actor Tony Todd, perhaps best known for his role in the horror classic “Candyman,” has passed away. He was 69 years old. Reps for the actor confirmed that he died Wednesday at his Los Angeles home. In addition to the role that made him a slasher movie icon, Todd amassed more than 200 acting parts throughout a career that spanned four decades, appearing in films […]

Source: Mekhi Ashford Instagram / Instagram Welcome to SZN Opener, the dynamic podcast series that celebrates Black college athletes, exploring their triumphs, challenges and aspirations along their sports journeys. SZN Opener is back with brand-new episodes and interviews with the brightest up-and-coming athletes in college sports today. Season three returns with a fresh batch of in-depth interviews, highlighting the stories of inspiring college athletes as they share their formulas for […]

Source: Variety / Getty Kandi Burruss is proving that she’s not just a reality TV star – she’s a powerhouse entrepreneur, producer, and high fashion icon! The Real Housewives of Atlanta OG is currently doing a full-on press tour in New York City, promoting her latest series, Reasonable Doubt, her Broadway productions, and a slew of other ventures. And Kandi’s doing it all while looking fabulous at each appearance. Keep scrolling for […]

Source: Christian Petersen / Getty Bronny James made history just a few weeks ago when he and LeBron became the first father-son duo in the NBA, but now he’s headed to the G League. The Los Angeles Lakers are sending the rookie to its G League affiliate, where he’ll make his debut on Saturday against the Salt Lake City Stars, who are affiliated with the Utah Jazz. However, Bronny will […]