At Maison Assouline, the kind of place where books double as cultural artifacts, De Beers Group gathered a room full of tastemakers, historians, and industry insiders to mark the release of A Diamond Is Forever: The Making of a Cultural Icon 1926–2026. Commissioned by CEO Al Cook, the book traces how a single idea evolved […]
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“Whiteface” Isn’t Real: Debunking the Backlash to Druski’s Latest Sketch
Druski has never been subtle, and that is part of the appeal. But his latest sketch, “How Conservative Women in America Act,” has done more than spark debate. It has exposed a deeper problem about how we understand history, satire, and power in real time. Through prosthetics, exaggerated cadence, and a series of carefully staged moments, he […]
‘Summer House’ Star Ciara Miller and the Cost of Being the Only Black Woman in the Room
Having someone you know date your ex is nothing new; it happens much more often than anyone would like. That’s what we’re seeing play out in the Ciara Miller, Amanda Batula, and West Wilson triangle. But in the case of these Summer House stars, it runs much deeper than your ex moving on to that girl […]
How Rice Culture Preserves the Lowcountry
Simplicity defines Lowcountry living. You find it everywhere, whether it’s evenings spent fly fishing for spot-tailed bass before the tide comes in or enjoying a bowl of lima beans and rice with pigtails on a relative’s living room couch. About three hours north of Jacksonville and five hours southeast of Atlanta, the Lowcountry thrives on […]
Jaden Ivey Found Out The NBA Isn’t Your Group Chat
Former Chicago Bulls guard Jaden Ivey made waves this week after posting a series of rants that expressed his religious beliefs. As he proclaimed himself to be a devout Christian in these live rants, he also admonished the NBA for recognizing Pride Month as a league. He deemed alternative lifestyles as “unrighteous” even. As a […]
The Only Spring Sunglasses That Matter Right Now
There’s a specific kind of confidence that comes from putting on the right pair of sunglasses in spring. It’s quiet, it’s immediate, and it lets people know you’ve already decided what kind of day this is going to be. What feels especially right right now is the range, and not just aesthetically but culturally. Black […]
Is Chilli’s Apology Enough to Keep “It’s Iconic” Reunion Tour On Track?
Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas has always been a beloved icon of ’90s R&B, a voice that defined generations and a personality that fans feel they know intimately. But over the past weekend, the TLC singer found herself navigating a storm of social media scrutiny after a brief online misstep ignited speculation about her political leanings and […]
Here’s What Building Black Wealth in the Creator Community is Really Like
With a projected buying power of $2.1 trillion this year, according to Nielsen, there is no question that Black influence is strong on both the buyer and influencer sides. Many creators have had to face their new reality head-on, of going from a few dollars in their bank account to thousands, sometimes even millions, at their disposal. […]
Experts Share Insight on Colorectal Cancer Control
The taboo nature surrounding cancer and cancer diagnosis only fitting certain age groups or races is being debunked with new findings revealing that colorectal cancer rates for those between the ages of 20-39 years old have been rising by 2% on average every year, as reported by the American Cancer Society. Despite The U.S. Preventive […]
NASCAR’s Brehanna Daniels: The Nerves to Say No. The Courage to Back it Up.
When Norfolk State first offered Brehanna Daniels the chance to walk on to the basketball team, she did not answer like someone grateful just to be considered. “Respectfully,” she told them, “I’m too good to be a walk-on.” It is the kind of line that reads as swagger once someone has already made history. But […]









