Staff Picks

As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day even, death is unfortunately an inevitable part of life. Still, as much of a fact as that may be, the blow of experiencing loss never gets any easier, nor does reporting on the subject in Black culture.

May-born Black celebrities like Stevie Wonder, Janet Jackson, and Malcolm X inspire through music, activism, sports, and cultural impact.

50 Cent has taken a fresh shot at Diddy, breaking his recent silence with a new round of online mockery aimed at his longtime foe. As Diddy’s legal proceedings move forward, with jury selection for his trial kicking off this week, 50 Cent returned to Instagram with a post that quickly grabbed attention. The rapper […]

The New York-born rapper and businessman will always kick you when you're down, so Diddy is currently receiving those blows as his sex trafficking trial kicked off this week.

Short on time? These last-minute Mother’s Day gifts are practical, thoughtful, and ready to ship—perfect for moms who appreciate useful over flashy.

Kanye West usually discusses his issues —both professional and personal— on wax or in his never-ending rants on social media, but recently, he’s been taking the legal route. 

Tap in to some of the newest music released this week including the return of Fetty Wap, a Doechii remix and much more!

Fresh off her making her Met Gala debut, Lauryn Hill stuck around the East Coast to kick it with the youth.

The Truth About Truffles: Sweet Treat or Earthy Treasure? Truffles what a Bite of Bliss National Truffle Day came and went, but Truffle is still a very big deal! What Are Truffles, Really? Let’s clear things up. Chocolate truffles are luxurious sweets, typically filled with creamy ganache and coated in cocoa, nuts, or coconut. Real […]

The Vatican has officially named a new Pope. Here’s what it means for the Church, and how the world is reacting online.

The 2025 Met Gala was an unapologetic celebration of innovation and Black artistry. This year’s theme, entitled, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” celebrated the significant history of  Black dandyism, and put an emphasis on the importance of Black identity through clothing and style.  The who’s who of Hollywood was invited.  And each step our favorite celebrities […]