Deion Sanders Generates $4.5M in Revenue With New Prime 21 Sunglasses
The buzz around Deion Sanders has been incessant. And while some may view it as hype, the proof is in the pre-orders. After elevating Jackson State University and the larger HBCU sports culture, Sanders announced his intentions to head to Boulder, Colorado, to coach for the University of Colorado. Now just a few games into […]
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Share First Photos of Newborn Son Riot Rose
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are showing off their new baby, Riot Rose, to the world. The power couple recently welcomed their son on August 3 in Los Angeles, according to TMZ. And the mom-of-two is now posing with her family of four, including 16-month-old son RZA, for the first time. The “Umbrella” singer can be […]
Chioma Nnadi Makes History as First Black Woman to Head British Vogue
Condé Nast has announced that journalist Chioma Nnadi will be the next editor of British Vogue. Edward Enninful, the current editor of British Vogue, recently announced his departure after the March 2024 issue hits stands, The Guardian reports. A beloved stylist turned head of one of the top fashion magazines, Enninful has had a successful […]
Lisa Cook Confirmed for 14-Year Term on Federal Reserve Board of Governors
Michigan State University economist Lisa Cook has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve a 14-year term on the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. Back in 2022, Cook became the first Black woman to serve on the on board in its 108-year history. Her additional term on the board was confirmed by a 52-47 vote […]
Ava DuVernay Becomes First African American Woman to Have Film Compete at Venice Film Festival
Ava DuVernay is walking into another career first as the buzz continues to grow around her new film “Origin.” DuVernay is now the first Black woman to have a film compete at the Venice Film Festival in its 80-year history, reports NBC News. “Origin” stars Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Jon Bernthal. The film follows the story […]
Coco Gauff Wins US Open to Become First American Teen Winner at Championship Since Serena Williams
Coco Gauff has won her first-ever major title after beating Aryna Sabalenka at the US Open on Saturday. The win makes Guaff the first American teen to win the US Open since Serena Williams in 2001. Gauff beat Sabalenka 2-6, 6-3, 6-2 to lock in her historic win on September 9. Gauff is now just […]
Coco Gauff Becomes First American Teen to Reach US Open Final Since Serena Williams
Coco Gauff has advanced to her first-ever US Open final after winning her September 7 match against Karolina Muchova. The sixth-seeded Gauff is now the youngest American teen — male or female — to reach the US Open final since Serena Williams back in 2001. Ahead of her semifinal match, Gauff had already become the […]
Shaquille O’Neal Buys Louisiana Woman a New Cell Phone at Local Best Buy Store
Shaquille O’Neal recently surprised one Louisiana woman with an unexpected gift. Kquoella Lewis was shopping at a Best Buy in Lafayette, Louisiana, when she noticed a tall man walking beside her. That man turned out to be the Hall of Fame legend, CBS 42 reports. Taken aback, the two sparked up a conversation, with O’Neal revealing […]
Bowie State Partners With Jessup Correctional Institute To Help Incarcerated Individuals Earn Degrees
Everyone deserves a chance at a quality education! Maryland’s oldest HBCU, Bowie State University, has partnered with Jessup Correctional Institute (JCI) to ensure that incarcerated individuals have the ability to earn their college degree, CBS News reports. Previously, those serving their time behind bars used to always have access to advancing their education. But in […]
This Artist Is Weaving Real Hair into Empowering Portraits of Black Women
She’s taking creativity to another level! Meet Tyler Clark, a visionary artist who has taken the world of 3D art by storm, masterfully intertwining the most important aspect of Black women’s beauty, their crown. Tyler beautifully captures the essence of Black women and transforms their portraits into profound representations of strength, culture, and identity. View […]