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While staging a production on Broadway has long symbolized a playwright’s success, Black storytellers have never been confined to the theaters located in Midtown Manhattan. When the Black Arts Movement took hold from 1965 into the 1970s, Black creatives jumped at the opportunity to create their own spaces for visibility on off-Broadway stages. “As America […]
In the past two seasons of Love Island USA, we’ve seen Black women become some of the franchise’s biggest stars, from fan favorites like Olandria, who finished as the Season 7 runner-up, to Season 8 winner Trinity Tatum and her partner, Bryce Dettloff. But as soon as one woman starts to bask in the post-glow […]
On the morning of July 20, the Wells-Wonsley family celebrated the life and legacy of their son and brother, Nolan Wells. After weeks of an ongoing investigation, supporters gathered at Center Pointe Church in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, alongside Wells’ family to reflect on his life. Under the guidance of Rev. Ted Pagel, Jr., the service […]
Tyla made history as the first artist to occupy the #1 spot on Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart for over 100 weeks, extending her record for the most #1 hits on the same chart. Debuting in 2024, she won a Grammy that same year, and her rise to becoming a pop sensation at just 22 […]
There was a stretch in television when being a sports analyst seemed to require a first name: Bob Costas, Bob Ley, Bob Ryan — let’s face it, there were a lot of Bobs. Today the names are different. Dirk Nowitzki, Steve Nash, Blake Griffin, Udonis Haslem. Candace Parker. Dwyane Wade. All names of people who […]
More than half of American households were reportedly childless in 2023, with unpartnered individuals making up 29 percent. For some, this represents freedom, and for others, it simply amplifies the financial strain that often comes with living solo. It’s no surprise that the world was built to favor dual-income couples, but why do single people […]
Summer has a funny way of convincing you it’ll last forever. One minute you’re buying linen sets and raffia bags, the next you’re reaching for a sweater after dinner and wondering where August went. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale arrives right on cue, offering the rare opportunity to shop for the wardrobe you’ll actually want in […]
As Kai Cenat’s second semester of Streamer University comes to a close, what’s become increasingly clear is that the biggest takeaway wasn’t the viral clips or celebrity guest appearances. It was the blueprint. In an internet economy that often feels gatekept by algorithms and follower counts, Kai continues to prove that community can still outperform […]
Black content remains the biggest needle mover in our society. That’s the feeling I took away as I attended the third annual Fanatics Fest, a four-day festival brought to life by Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin that blends sports and entertainment, making them accessible to everyday fans. Events there create buzz and, ultimately, joy among fans. […]
The best road trips are never just about the destination. They are about the roadside coffee stops, the winery you decide to visit on a whim, the beach you stumble across and the inevitable group photos that happen when nobody expected them. Which is exactly why your beauty bag needs to be packed with products […]