by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman February 17, 2026 The Krewe of Tucks has since apologized for the offensive behavior. A Mardi Gras krewe faced backlash over a display of Black dolls hanging on their float. Krewe of Tucks garnered criticism for its unusual decorative necklace during this year’s Mardi Gras festivities in New Orleans. While riding on…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman February 17, 2026 After back-and-forth appeals over the matter, the Neo-Confederate camp has taken the flag down. A large Confederate flag, once flown over a South Carolina highway, has finally come down following a new court ruling. The flag no longer looms over Interstate 85, after a judge gave the flag’s owner,…
by Kandiss Edwards February 17, 2026 Tyler encourages adults, especially Black adults, to understand their blood pressure, recognize stroke risk and adopt manageable habits that support long-term heart health. Aisha Tyler is turning personal experience into public health advocacy through her partnership with the CDC Foundation’s Hypertension Bites campaign. The national initiative encourages adults, particularly…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman February 17, 2026 Vanessa Wright has called on Jamaica’s leaders to assist her in finishing law school. A former children’s home resident in Jamaica had made an appeal to her country for help finishing law school. Despite her upbringing as an orphan in Jamaica, Vanessa Wright has worked hard to build a…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn February 17, 2026 Miss J. Alexander of “America’s Next Top Model” revealed a 2022 stroke that left him paralyzed, also sharing that former friend Tyra Banks has yet to visit. Miss J. Alexander, the iconic runway coach from “America’s Next Top Model,” revealed in a new Netflix documentary about the modeling competition…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn February 17, 2026 Black mothers in the United Kingdom are speaking out about traumatic maternity care experiences as the country works to address its growing maternal health crisis. Three Black mothers treated at different UK hospitals are speaking out about strikingly similar maternity experiences where their pain was overlooked, their concerns dismissed,…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman February 17, 2026 Graves was a dedicated public servant beloved by his family and friends. The Metro Atlanta community is mourning the loss of a beloved postal worker who was killed on the job. Dequavious Graves was fatally shot Feb. 12 while completing his duties for the U.S. Postal Service in DeKalb…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn February 17, 2026 The actor sparked tension during a Black men’s roundtable after being challenged over his admission that he didn’t learn how to love until a woman taught him in his 60s. Tensions flared during a Black men’s roundtable when actor Clifton Powell was confronted by a speaker who criticized him…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn February 17, 2026 The ESPN star outlined part of his potential presidential agenda during an interview with journalist Robert Costa. Stephen A. Smith is continuing to hint at a 2028 presidential bid, outlining positions that include stronger border security and increased funding for law enforcement. The longtime sports commentator outlined his policy…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn February 17, 2026 Donald Trump is drawing backlash after suggesting his proposed White House ballroom could host future presidential inaugurations. Donald Trump is facing backlash after touting his controversial White House ballroom and claiming it could host future inaugurations, a decision critics note isn’t his alone to make. In a Feb. 10…
