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A$AP Rocky Says Rihanna Proved She Was a ā€œReal Oneā€ Long Before Romance A$AP Rocky Rihanna relationshipĀ is built on something deeper than celebrity status, according to the rapper. In a candid interview, Rocky opened up about the moments that proved Rihanna was a ā€œreal oneā€ long before their friendship became a romance. For Rocky, her […]

Steve Madden Says HBCUs Deserve More Corporate Investment — And His Company Is Putting Resources Behind It Steve Madden HBCU support goes beyond celebrating Black culture—the footwear company is investing in programs designed to give HBCU students greater access to education, mentorship and career opportunities within the fashion industry. Founder Steve Madden recently discussed his commitment […]

From the Vault: Karen Vaughn Sits Down With Salt of Salt-N-Pepa Karen Vaughn interviews Salt of Salt-N-Pepa in this special three-part throwback that takes us back to a conversation with one of the women who helped change hip-hop forever. Long before we called everything ā€œiconic,ā€ Salt-N-Pepa were actually doing iconic things. So, we’re going into the […]

Congress Considers Major Investment to Upgrade HBCU Sports and Media Programs HBCU sports media fundingĀ could receive a major boost under a federal proposal designed to help Historically Black Colleges and Universities modernize broadcasting, broadband and information technology infrastructure. The IGNITE HBCUs Sports and Media Act is included as Title III of the broader Protect College […]

Whoopi Goldberg Says Love Is Fine, But Please Keep Your Own House Whoopi Goldberg relationship boundaries are crystal clear: love may be welcome, but marriage, cohabitation and managing somebody else’s daily life are not part of the plan. During a candid conversation with Keke Palmer, the EGOT winner opened up about why, after three marriages, she […]

Disney and TikTok Just Opened the Vault to Creators in a Major New Partnership The Disney TikTok creator partnership could be a game changer for creators who love turning their favorite movies, characters and television moments into social content. The new global agreement gives eligible creators a legal pathway to use official assets from Disney’s enormous entertainment […]

ONE Musicfest Is Taking 2026 Off — But Atlanta’s Festival Favorite Is Coming Back ONE Musicfest 2026 hiatusĀ news may disappoint fans who already had Atlanta on their fall travel calendars, but don’t delete that festival group chat just yet. Organizers have confirmed the popular music and culture festival is taking 2026 off with plans to […]

Hillman Is Back! A Different World Sequel Trailer Introduces a New Generation

Tracee Ellis Ross Is Done Romanticizing Survival Mode Tracee Ellis Ross survival mode conversations are offering women a refreshing perspective: being strong doesn’t have to mean constantly carrying everything. As Ross discusses self-care, solo travel and what she calls “healthy self-obsession,” she’s challenging the idea that women should wear exhaustion and resilience like badges of honor. […]

Woman Arrives at Shemar Moore’s Home With Luggage After Alleged Catfishing Scam Shemar Moore catfishing scamĀ allegations took a startling real-world turn when a woman reportedly arrived at the actor’s Los Angeles-area home carrying luggage because she believed she was moving in with him. The bizarre incident unfolded July 31 when the out-of-state woman showed up […]

FIFA Scraps Controversial $20 Billion Private Equity Plan After Global Backlash FIFA private equity planĀ discussions came to an abrupt end after soccer’s governing body abandoned a controversial proposal that sparked extraordinary resistance from some of the sport’s most powerful organizations. On July 31, FIFA withdrew plans to create a new $20 billion commercial subsidiary known […]

Paul Pierce Pushes Back Against Nearly $30K Monthly Child Support Request Paul Pierce child supportĀ proceedings are drawing attention after the NBA Hall of Famer opposed his ex-partner Princess Santiago’s request for nearly $30,000 per month for their infant son, King Rafael Santiago Pierce. According to court documents, Santiago is seeking $29,811 in monthly support. Pierce […]