RFK Jr’s vaccine committee voted, 8 to 3, to do away with the long-standing universal recommendation that babies receive a hepatitis B shot at birth. This group, called the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), and handpicked by RFK Jr, recommended that parents use individual decision-making in consultation with a health-care provider to determine when […]
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The Wrap-Up: Cynthia Erivo Honored, Al Sharpton For Sean Bell, Inside Late Checkout
Cynthia Erivo is flying high this film season. The Wicked star took home the 18th Annual Kirk Douglas Award for Excellence in Film at the 2026 Santa Barbara International Film Festival, held at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, in Santa Barbara, California. Said actor Michael Douglas, “[Her] depth, range and fearless commitment to her craft embody the […]
Try These Traditions to Bring to Your First Christmas Hosting
Hosting your first Christmas dinner is an exciting moment to create memories with your loved ones and show off your skills as the hostess with the mostest. It’s a time to reflect on staple traditions while adding your touch to the festivities. As you get ready for the holiday season, consider how you want to […]
25 Years After Its Release, ‘Love & Basketball’ Is Still Setting the Standard
Twenty-five years later, and Love & Basketball is still shaping the culture. Case in point? Streetwear sports brand, Playa Society’s in collaboration with Gina Prince-Bythewood, the film’s director, has created a capsule collection inspired by the beloved sports romance. First released in 2000, Love & Basketball sits comfortably on the Mount Rushmore of iconic Black […]
The Know Now: ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Premiere Date Revealed
We’ve been waiting nearly four years since its last episode, but the world finally has a return timeline for Euphoria. The hit HBO series will run its third and final season starting in April 2026. Along with its leading star Zendaya, the gritty teen drama, which follows the challenges faced by high schoolers in East […]
The Best Holiday Gifts for Black Men From Fathers to Bae to the Friends Who Hold You Down
Here’s the Best Travel-Friendly Gifts For Every Budget This Holiday Season
The perfect gift for the globe-trotter in your life doesn’t always have to break the bank. In fact, there are plenty of meaningful options available across a range of price points. While the National Retail Federation reports that Americans plan to spend an average of $890.49 on holiday gifts and items, we value budgeting over […]
Unlock Your Inner Confidence: A Personal Journey to Radiant Hair
In a world where confidence is a requirement for survival, finding the right tools to express your true self is essential. As the climate and political landscapes shift, so does our approach to self-care and personal expression. For many, especially Black women, hair is more than just a style—it’s a statement, a cherished adornment that […]
Top Celebrity Engagements of 2025
Have you been keeping count all year? So many celebrity couples announced their engagements in 2025. We’re looking back at some of our favorite about-to-be-wed announcements from the past 12 months, which just goes to show that Black love reigns always. Jessica White and Nathan Wong Image: courtesy of Jessica White. Jessica White came exclusively to […]
With Foot Locker Closing Stores, Are We Watching the Last Mall Generation Disappear?
Foot Locker’s latest wave of store closures feels less like a business update and more like an obituary for mall culture. Every few months, another retailer pulls the plug, and the dominoes keep falling: Express shuttered a hundred stores; Forever 21 filed for bankruptcy — again — and closed its doors for good. Brands that […]









