by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 5, 2026 ‘I have great personal affinity for both Raheem and Terry and appreciate their hard work and dedication to the Falcons, but I believe we need new leadership in these roles moving forward,’ said Falcons’ Owner and Chairman, Arthur M. Blank “Black Monday,” coined as the day when…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 5, 2026 Shanice has played Mrs. Obama since the show’s debut in 2022. Shanice is entering her own renaissance era with new stages and singles on her horizon. The 90s singer known for her hit track “I Love Your Smile” has delighted fans with her starring role in 44 the musical….
by Black Enterprise January 5, 2026 Here’s how to move smartly — not fearfully — through this season Dear Fairygodmentor®, My company recently announced that 2026 is a “rebuild year.” They’re reorganizing teams, cutting budgets, freezing promotions — and everyone’s walking on eggshells. I’m worried about job security and not sure how to stand out…
by Sharelle B. McNair January 5, 2026 While Inspire Brands, where BBW operates under, says the company believed in diversity, some actions from locations suggest otherwise. Marc Loman, a disabled veteran, says he was instantly reminded of his deep south upbringing after a racial slur was printed on his receipt after dining at a…
by Jeffrey McKinney January 5, 2026 Developing a short-term financial game plan and using AI are among tools unemployed Black women can apply to help bounce back from dire job cutbacks. Black women — reportedly more so than any other U.S. working group — have been devastated by joblessness. Financial instability, less income, and reduced…
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 5, 2026 While playing with the Detroit Pistons, Rodman was one of the reasons Jordan couldn’t get the Bulls past them In a 1995 interview, NBA Hall of Famer Michael Jordan discussed his relationship with former nemesis-turned-teammate Dennis Rodman and why he never anticipated becoming friends with him, even…
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 5, 2026 These sneakers are patterned after the ones former Milwaukee Bucks/Boston Celtics legend, Ray Allen, wore when they debuted 30 years ago The throwback sneaker game remains popular, as one of the sneakers Ray Allen wore during his basketball career, the Air Jordan 12 Retro “Bucks,” is returning…
by Sharelle B. McNair January 5, 2026 The rising costs of rent and the livelihood of renters has been a big concern for the former assemblyman and now youngest and first Muslim mayor to ever serve the Big Apple. Just days after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was sworn in, he is keeping his…
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 5, 2026 ‘It still hasn’t really kicked in yet. Getting that call is like a dream come true.’ Laila Edwards will make history as the first Black woman to play for Team USA’s Women’s Ice Hockey Team at the upcoming Winter Olympics in Italy from Feb. 6-22. According to…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 5, 2026 Johnson is also paving the way for Black women politicians to win big in Georgia. Alicia Johnson has officially made history as the first Black woman to serve in Georgia’s Public Service Commission. Johnson participated in a ceremonial swearing-in ceremony Dec. 29 at the commission chambers in Atlanta. However,…
