Newsletter - Page 1510

As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day, death is an inevitable part of life—a universal truth that spares no one. Yet, despite its certainty, the weight of loss never becomes easier to bear, nor does the act of processing its impact. For those within Black culture, where community and shared experiences […]

1996 was a pivotal year for rap. Hip-hop had already cemented itself in culture, shifting the sound within regions, be it East Coast, West Coast, or Southern rap. The genre was experimental with its sound, adding unique layers of soul blends, funk and deep and harsh storytelling. And from any region, hip-hop was everywhere and […]

Recap of 2025 events: NAACP LDF fights injustice, Nicki Minaj controversy, tax tips, new holiday film celebrates Black stories.

After a raid by United States special forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife last Saturday (Jan. 3), President Donald Trump stated that U.S.-based oil giants ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips and Chevron are poised to pour billions into efforts to “revive” the country’s oil infrastructure and “start making money for the country.” Analysts noted that […]

Intense flu season hits US, experts urge vaccination to protect families and communities.

No matter what character he plays, how old he is, or if he has hair or not, the consensus remains: Chestnut is a sight for sore eyes. The post 57 & Fine: Morris Chestnut’s 15 Sexiest Moments In Front Of The Lens appeared first on MadameNoire.

Iconic hip-hop brother duo Clipse shared the exact moment they knew it was time to reunite and create another album. In an interview with GQ, Malice read from a cue card, asking, “What was the moment where I knew we needed to make another album?” Pusha T said he believed it was a reaction they […]

A$AP Rocky sure seems to have some big Hollywood influences in store for his upcoming album Don’t Be Dumb, as after revealing he tapped legendary film director Tim Burton to handle his album cover art, Rocky is now looking for some visual help from Oscar-winning actress Winona Ryder. Taking to Instagram to tease his upcoming […]

The Critics Choice Awards celebrated 2025's top films and TV, with 'One Battle After Another' and 'Sinners' among the big winners. The post ICYMI: The Biggest Winners & The Best Looks From The Critics Choice Awards 2026 appeared first on Bossip.

Black women face disproportionate maternal health risks due to systemic racism, as seen in the tragic death of midwife Dr. Janell Green Smith. The post Protect Black Women: Midwife & Maternal Health Advocate Dr. Janell Green Smith Dies From Childbirth Complications appeared first on Bossip.

Daniel Caesar Graces NPR’s Tiny Desk There’s something powerful about watching an artist remove all distractions and let the music speak for itself. That’s exactly what Daniel Caesar delivered with his recent appearance on NPR Tiny Desk Concerts, offering a performance that felt intimate, vulnerable, and deeply intentional. Inside the familiar Tiny Desk office space, […]

With a legendary 17 nominations at Sunday’s Critics Choice Awards, the cast and crew of the Mississippi Delta set horror movie Sinners captured several awards, including a historical win for Best Casting. The highly acclaimed movie, directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, took home four awards on Sunday night, Jan. 4. Miles […]