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Summer Cookouts, Tailgates & Vibes: Prime Essentials for Every Black Function

Get ahead of the summer party rush with this essential checklist to keep you ready for every cookout, tailgate, and outdoor hangout.
07/15/2025

Shaquille O’ Neal Fires Back at RGIII Over Angel Reese Remarks

O'Neal didn't hold back in his criticism of RGIII, who has a history of giving commentary on Reese.
07/15/2025

Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson Serve Major Soft Launch Energy

From playful TikTok unboxings to Bahamas hand-holding, the couple is keeping their romance low-key but heavy on the affection.
07/15/2025

Lamar Jackson Snubbed From Top 5 QB List By Several NFL Executives

The Baltimore Ravens QB surprisingly lands outside many analysts' top 5 quarterback rankings, sparking debate among fans and NFL pundits.
07/15/2025

Trey Songz Accused of Assaulting Cameraman During Club Appearance

The singer allegedly lost his cool after fans swarmed him for pics, leaving one man with a concussion and busted equipment.
07/15/2025

Jets Sign Wide Receiver Garrett Wilson To a Four-Year, $130 Million Contract Extension

The lucrative deal reportedly includes $90 million of guaranteed money.
07/15/2025

Experts Demand Oversight After Study Exposes Dangerous AI Therapy Bots

Researchers say chatbots need safeguards after finding that they enable harmful behaviors.
07/15/2025

YNW Melly’s Murder Retrial Set for September After Hung Jury

The Broward County case returns this fall as the rapper faces court once again.
07/15/2025

Drake Headlines Wireless Music Festival: An Amazing Line up and Disappointing Final Performance

Marking its 20th anniversary, the Hip-Hop music festival took place from July 11 to July 13. Drake's second night show ran for 90 minutes and featured 13 guest performers, the last night of festival, Drake featured only 3 guests.
07/15/2025

Texas’ Lynching Memorials Are a Start – But Is the State Ready for Real Accountability?

As markers go up honoring Black victims, advocates demand deeper reckoning with white supremacy’s legacy.
07/15/2025
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Joy Taylor Out at Fox Sports 1 As The Network Cancels Three Shows

FS1 has canceled three of its daily shows: "Speak," whichTaylor co-hosted, "Breakfast Ball," and "The Facility."
07/15/2025

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