by Jeroslyn JoVonn December 2, 2025 African nations are intensifying efforts to secure reparations for the colonial-era crimes that caused widespread devastation across the continent and beyond. On Nov. 30, African diplomats and leaders met to advance an African Union resolution introduced earlier this year that calls for justice and reparations for the harms of colonialism,…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn December 2, 2025 Rihanna shares personal family snapshots to celebrate Barbados’ Independence Day. Rihanna celebrated Barbados Independence Day with a heartfelt Instagram post, sharing personal moments from her native island. The billionaire pop star took to Instagram on Nov. 30, sharing intimate moments from Barbados in commemoration of the island’s 59th Independence…
by Ahsan Washington December 2, 2025 Food, Shelter, Clothing and Education GivingTuesday serves as an annual reminder that community is one of our most valuable assets. GivingTuesday serves organizations that support a range of causes and communities. It’s an opportunity to fill the gaps experienced by those who are marginalized and less fortunate. Black-led nonprofits…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn December 2, 2025 Netflix has decided to pull the plug on the “Good Times” animated reboot after just one season amid public backlash. Netflix has canceled the animated comedy reboot Good Times Black Again after one season, following public backlash and protests. The Stephen Curry and Seth MacFarlane-executive-produced comedy series was among…
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 2, 2025 A platinum rapper, Toosii, with a Top 5 Billboard Hot 100 hit, has decided to put his recording career on hold to pursue a collegiate football career at Syracuse University. According to The Athletic, the 25-year-old athlete, nee Nau’Jour Grainger, has signed a commitment letter to play…
by Ahsan Washington December 2, 2025 This guide emphasizes two essential principles:giving children the gift of pride in their identity and supporting Black businesses through purposeful spending. Books, clothes, and toys need representation, especially for Black children. Children who see their reflection in items they own and use develop self-esteem, cultural pride, and a sense…
by Kandiss Edwards December 2, 2025 UNICEF says Gorman will support the group’s mission to protect children globally. Amanda Gorman, the first US Youth Poet Laureate, has joined UNICEF as the organization’s newest ambassador. UNICEF announced Gorman’s appointment on Dec. 1. In the announcement, the activist was described as a powerful voice for young people…
by Kandiss Edwards December 2, 2025 The Bay Area couple struggled to execute their child’s birthday party but found a gap in the market. Bay Area parents Tayo Lanlehin and Dolu Lanlehin have turned a gap they spotted in California’s luxury children’s party market into a six-figure enterprise. The couple founded Bay Area Kids Rentals…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn December 2, 2025 The New Jersey senator married Alexis Lewis over the Thanksgiving weekend. A Biden-era White House aide is drawing mixed reactions after offering a seemingly shady response to Cory Booker’s recent wedding to Alexis Lewis. Former White House Press Office Chief of Staff Yemisi Egbewole took to TikTok on Dec….
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 2, 2025 After proposing a minimum salary starting at more than $220,000, the league increased the offer to $225,000 annually. Just a day after the WNBA and the Women’s National Basketball Association Players Association (WNBPA) extended the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) to continue talks on a new deal, the…
