Illustrator Lorin Chasar was surprised to know Black jockeys were involved in the inception of the Kentucky Derby. Writer Sultan Zeshan told her about a series of books he was working on about the history of Black equestrians. She was surprised to learn that many of the Black jockeys were whitewashed from records of the…
Sarah Jakes Roberts describes her viral wig-snatching moment in the pulpit as a blessing in disguise. Last May, the religious pastor and businesswoman stunned her flock with the way she handled a hair mishap during a sermon. While in the midst of delivering an impassioned message about God’s purpose, Sarah’s wig began to slide to…
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers championship hopes came to an abrupt end on April 29. But the 108-106 loss in Game 5 of the first-round playoff series was overshadowed by a verbal back-and-forth between James and a courtside heckler. Multiple social media videos of the exchange surfaced showing a frustrated James. “They [the…
LeBron James‘ farewell season in the NBA is coming soon, and he has made clear his desire for his eldest son, Bronny James, to accompany him on the same team, or at least on the same floor, in this final stretch of his career. Having just finished his freshman season at USC, Bronny has entered…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Black Wealth Events Partners with rolling out for the 2024 Wealth Weekend: Kentucky Derby to Empower HBCU Communities Louisville Kentucky — Black Wealth Events, in collaboration with rolling out as a media partner, is excited to announce the 2024 Wealth Weekend: Kentucky Derby during Derby Diversity Week. This premier experience aims to…
*clutches pearls* Source: Prince Williams/Wireimage/Joseph Okpako/WireImage After several days of loud silence, Kendrick Lamar finally clapped back at Drake’s “Push Ups” diss with scathing diss track “Euphoria” where he listed every single reason why he HATES the Canadian hitmaker–yikes! Check it out below: On the long-awaited diss track that features several different voices and beat…
Robert Lockett, the team leader at Rocket Community Fund, has partnered with the National Black Empowerment Council and Goodwill of North Georgia on the pilot program titled the “Homeownership Wealth Initiative.” The campaign is designed to empower Blacks with the knowledge and resources necessary to achieve homeownership and build generational wealth. The post Robert Lockett…
“Eh, what’s up, Doc?” Well, today is National Bugs Bunny Day. This isn’t the official birthday of the witty and often hilariously shady “wabbit.” Still, on April 30th, 1938, a little-known cartoon called “Porky’s Hare Hunt” introduced a naughty, mischievous rabbit who looked and sounded much like Ol’ Bugs. This started a legendary career filled…
Porsha Williams asserts in court documents that her estranged husband Simon Guobadia has undertaken actions that are harming and “threatening” her TV career. According to court documents obtained by RadarOnline, Williams asserts that Simon was trying to “overburden, annoy, harass, and oppress” her. She claims Guobadia, 59, is accomplishing this by dragging Bravo into their…
Dyana Williams is a Sister with Superpowers, a beloved entertainment powerhouse, and authority in Black music. The legendary on-air personality is a trailblazer in broadcasting, music activism, and celebrity media strategy. She’s been a staple in radio since the ’70s, and has been a frequent commentator on the highly acclaimed TV One music series “Unsung.”…
