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“Juneteenth” is a portmanteau of June and nineteen and a parlance of Black American structure. The moniker hails the date June 19, 1865—the day that enslaved Black people in Texas got the news that slavery was abolished. Here’s the rub: Enslaved men and women in America were legally freed on the enactment of the Emancipation […]
The Obama Presidential Center officially opens on June 19 — the fifth anniversary of the national observation of Juneteenth. But June 18 marked the grand opening of the vibrant 19.3-acre campus located in Chicago’s historic Jackson Park. A star-studded guest roster touched down to be part of the opening, hosted by the couple themselves. Former […]
My license may say New York State but I’m a California girl at heart, and a recent trip to Moab, Utah reminded me of that little girl I used to know. I grew up surrounded by nature—a few hours in any direction and I could be in the snow, desert, ocean or forest—and have a […]
What starts as brain fog on a stressful day at work can quickly turn into a more serious health concern if not closely monitored or taken care of. With 21.3% of African Americans over the age of 70 living with Alzheimer’s disease or some other form of dementia, as reported by the Alzheimer’s Association, it’s […]
Juneteenth isn’t just a date; it’s a declaration. Of freedom, of resilience, of joy. It’s the day the ancestors really got the memo, and we’ve been finding our own ways to celebrate ever since. From backyard BBQs to front porch two-steps, this isn’t just about what was taken, it’s about what we reclaimed. And nothing […]
Zaire Franklin has gained a reputation for his relentless pursuit and determination on the gridiron. The All-Pro linebacker is a dominant defensive anchor who has consistently ranked among the top NFL tacklers. But off the field, the most profound work for Franklin, a 2025 EBONY Power 100 Leaders in Sports awardee, is fueled by an […]
Lil Nas X has returned to social media. On June 17, the “Old Town Road” singer, whose legal name is Montero Lamar Hill, posted a short Instagram reel to update fans on his life since his arrest in August 2025. Fans will recall that the musician was caught on camera walking the streets of Los […]
When Karl-Anthony Towns got traded to New York, people had opinions. They always do with the Knicks. Matter of fact, they also always do it when it comes to anything related to KAT. He’s been called soft, overrated, etc., etc. But Towns quieted the noise and came in with his own read on the situation. […]
Remember the days of heading off to summer camp? The excitement of getting dropped off, scoring a camp T-shirt and spending the day with other kids just as excited to be out of school as you were. While summer camps have long been associated with fun and recreation, many offer something even more meaningful: opportunities […]
As society grapples with shifts in cultural norms and sovereignty, the rise of traditional gender ideals is more pronounced than ever. The term “manosphere” is more than the acclaimed Netflix series; it is an online community where men teach others patriarchal beliefs that instill violence, misogyny, and the devaluation of women. Red pill commentary has […]