by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors December 20, 2025 NFT and crypto scams: What is a rug pull? At best, most Americans are skeptical about cryptocurrency (Pew recently reported that 63% of Americans have little confidence in crypto’s reliability and safety). But that hasn’t stopped crypto from becoming a staple in the investing world, with the global…
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 20, 2025 ‘It’s a quintessential childhood gift, like everybody remembers their first bike.’ Chicago’s Chance the Rapper continues to give back, recently showcasing his philanthropy at a Raising Cane’s restaurant in Chicago Ridge, where he handed out new bicycles and helmets to local children. The recording artist, in association…
by Mary Spiller December 20, 2025 The late Afrobeat pioneer and political activist is recognized decades after his death for reshaping global music and using sound as a tool of resistance. Fela Kuti, the Nigerian musician whose sound and politics reshaped modern African music, has been named the first African artist to receive the Grammy…
by Ahsan Washington December 20, 2025 From creamy coconut punches to ruby-red hibiscus infusions, these drinks carry deep cultural histories. During the holiday season, African, Caribbean, and Latin American diaspora communities celebrate with joyful gatherings that feature drinks that bring cheer to families and friends. The beverages, which include creamy coconut punches and ruby-red hibiscus…
by Mary Spiller December 20, 2025 The ‘Presidential Walk of Fame’ installed along a White House colonnade has drawn mixed reactions from lawmakers. The White House has installed a series of plaques along a colonnade that sharply criticize several former presidents while offering glowing descriptions of President Donald Trump’s time in office, according to statements…
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors December 20, 2025 Black creators and Black-owned businesses are being targeted online to fuel chaos. Written by Brandy Star Merriweather The aftermath of The Streamer Awards was a microcosm of what has been happening behind the scenes to Black professionals in the creator community. Although there were small microaggressions that sparked…
by Mary Spiller December 20, 2025 Newly disclosed images tied to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation show prominent public figures in social settings, though officials stress the materials are released without context and do not allege wrongdoing. The U.S. Department of Justice on Dec. 19 released a new set of photographs and documents connected to the…
by Keka Araújo December 20, 2025 Director of Partnerships Vanessa Moore spearheads the recovery charge for Hurricane Melissa and a better Jamaica. The Rockhouse Foundation, the esteemed charitable vanguard of the 51-year-old Rockhouse Hotel and its sister property, Skylark Negril Beach Resort, has reached a historic milestone, raising more than $11 million USD to modernize…
by Mary Spiller December 20, 2025 The food reviewer and influencer was honored in Los Angeles for his impact on small businesses and community-driven content across the platform. TikTok has named food critic and influencer Keith Lee its first-ever Creator of the Year in the United States, recognizing his rapid rise and widespread influence during…
President Donald Trump, 79, cannot escape scrutiny about his health whenever he navigates steps or stairs, a pattern reinforced after recent footage showed him holding onto handrails for dear life. His simple exit from a helicopter in D.C. has viewers analyzing his every move as he appeared to brace himself for an anticipated fall. President…
