Another day, another DJ Akademiks hot take. The internet personality has not had the best month in terms of public perception. Drake, the rapper he chose to win in the Kendrick Lamar battle, effectively lost, and Ak himself was accused of sexual assault in a lawsuit. He hasn’t let it slow down his streaming schedule, […]
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A Virginia School Board Votes to Restore Confederate Names to Two Schools
Last Friday, the Shenandoah County school board in Virgina voted 5–1 to reinstate two schools’ previous, Confederate names. The board voted 5–1 to ditch the problematic names only four years ago, after the murder of George Floyd and subsequent Black Lives Matter protests across the nation in 2020. According to the Alabama-based Equal Justice Initiative, […]
Losing Recipes: What Does ‘Dressing Grown’ Mean in the Black Community?
Let social media tell it, Millennials and Gen-Zers don’t usually find common ground. But, when it comes to calling out and critiquing how unspoken— and verbalized— traditions within the Black community are wielded against youth, they’re on the same page. Many young Black girls have long experienced comments from grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, older cousins, […]
‘Grown’ish’ Star Marcus Scribner Spills on the Series Finale and His Big NYC Movie
Marcus Scribner is enjoying a new kind of freedom. The actor has spent the last decade working in the sitcom world: he first originated the role of Andre Anderson Jr.—best known as Junior—on the hit series Black’ish back in 2014. When the show ended in 2022, Scribner followed his elder on-screen sister to college, joining […]
Julia Fox Criticizes Diddy After He Releases Assault Video Apology
Julia Fox is not afraid to speak her mind. The actress and model has developed a reputation for making lots of controversial public statements. Her stance on the Diddy and Cassie situation, however, places her firmly in the majority. She was approached by TMZ reporters on May 20, and she made it clear that she […]
Amber Rose Defends Her Pro-Trump Stance After Fans Attack Her
Amber Rose is no stranger to controversy. She’s been criticized for being outspoken on sensitive issues, or for airing out the dirty laundry of her polarizing ex, Kanye West, on social media. Her latest controversy may be her biggest yet, however. The model recently posed for a photo with Donald Trump and his wife, Melania, […]
Cam’ron Calls Out CNN Reporter For Asking Him About Diddy
Cam’ron just blessed CNN viewers with one of the most bizarre interviews in recent memory. The rapper discussed the footage of Diddy assaulting Cassie, but the longer the interview went, the more he grew frustrated with the reporter. It got so awkward between Cam and the reporter that the former actually looked offscreen and asked […]
Azealia Banks Asks Kendrick Lamar Why He Let 6ix9ine Say The N-Word
Azealia Banks does not like Kendrick Lamar. She’s been one of the most vocal critics of the Compton rapper during his battle with Drake. She thinks Lamar is wildly overrated, and has repeatedly accused him of being “obsessed” with Drake. The battle between the two rappers came to an end (for now, at least), with […]
Nike Air Max Flyknit Venture “Crimson Pink” Officially Unveiled
The Nike Air Max Flyknit Venture will debut in an exciting “Crimson Pink” colorway. This release features a bold, vibrant upper in shades of pink, orange, and red. The striking design is complemented by a black rubber sole, providing excellent traction and durability. The Flyknit material ensures a snug, breathable fit. It offers flexibility and […]
Bruised and Battered Knicks—and Jalen Brunson— Have a Bright Future Despite Second-Round Exit
Giants fans don’t root for the Jets. Yankees fans don’t respect the Mets. Rangers fans don’t acknowledge the Islanders. New York is a divided sports town – except when it comes to basketball. The Knicks run the city, despite the team’s recent struggles. New York won one playoff game between 2012 and 2022. But that […]