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January clearly has somewhere to be, because the month is flying and the beauty launches are keeping pace. This week’s newest drops prove brands wasted no time easing into the year, delivering formulas, finishes and fragrances that feel intentional and ready for real life. From skincare-first makeup to scent moments that linger, these launches signal […]
Chase Infiniti is becoming a pro at the awards season marathon. The breakout actress received another spotlight moment this week at the National Board of Review Awards Gala. Just days after the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, she shined at the annual New York event, accepting the Breakthrough Performance honor for her debut film role as […]
What You Need to Know: This week, President Trump reframed the Civil Rights Act as a burden on white Americans, reviving a familiar—and dangerous—argument about “reverse discrimination.” In Minneapolis, the family of Renee Good hired the same law firm that represented George Floyd’s family after she was killed by an ICE agent, reigniting national protests. […]
Back in the nineties, Tichina Arnold and Brian Austin Green had a secret. The Martin and Beverly Hills 90210 alums had a brief love affair, one that ultimately ended over perception, nuance and the state of the times. Both recently sat down on Funny Knowing You host Deon Cole’s couch and revealed their part in […]
Winter accessories are where personality gets to speak first. Before the coat lands. Before the boots make contact with the sidewalk. A good hat is the difference between simply being warm and being seen. This season, winter hats are doing the heavy lifting, blending function, nostalgia and quiet luxury in a way that feels intentional […]
On January 1st, five new states were added to the list of restricted states, where residents can no longer purchase specific items under federal food assistance. Foods deemed as “unhealthy,” such as candy, soda, and other foods, can no longer be purchased at local retailers by Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beneficiaries. Local residents, along […]
Salvador de Bahia is a city in northeastern Brazil that is brimming with art, culture, and culinary offerings. It boasts 17th-century architecture, is fringed by powdery beaches, palm trees, and turquoise waters, and is laden with street parties and festivals throughout the year. Founded as the first capital of Brazil, Salvador is known as the heartbeat of Black […]
This year, Hollywood is offering a slate of films that serve up nostalgia, Black joy and psychological thrills, all with a twist that speaks to us. Acclaimed creatives like Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) and Antoine Fuqua (Training Day) both return to the big screen with releases this spring. Romantic comedies and personal dramas […]
Claudette Colvin , at 15 years of age, was the first person arrested for refusing to surrender her seat in Montgomery, Alabama. She died on Jan. 13, 2026. She was 86. Born Sept. 5, 1939, Colvin grew up in what biographer Phillip Hoose called “three unpaved streets lined with red shotgun shacks and outdoor toilets.” Colvin was raised by her great‑aunt Mary Jane […]
Teyana Taylor took the stage at the Golden Globes to accept the Best Supporting Actress award for her standout performance in One Battle After Another and made a bold statement: “To my brown sisters and little brown girls watching tonight, our softness is not a liability; our voices matter and our dreams deserve space,” she declared. […]