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John Brown: The White Man Who Black People Have Loved Throughout history

John Brown, a white man who sacrificed his life in the fight for Black freedom. Today, a new generation of Black folks on Tiktok is rediscovering his legacy—the white abolitionist whose unwavering solidarity earned him the eternal respect and love of the Black community.

State Comptroller Targeted More than 15,000 Businesses Owned by Women & People of Color — And It Wasn’t an Accident

Black Women Have Proven Their Worth. So Why Are They Being Targeted?

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‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ Stars Will Smith and Martin Lawrence Dish on What It Takes to be True Bad Boys

Samuel L. Jackson, John David and Malcolm Washington on ‘The Piano Lesson,’ Family and Legacy

Wayne Brady and Maile Brady Tell Us Who Choreographs Their Fun TikTok Dances

Morris Chestnut Tells Us What Song Always Gets Him to the Dance Floor and What You Better Not Bring to a Party at His House

3 Ways to Think Like a Businessman, According to Executive Walter Davis

Druski Goes Viral With Hilarious Skit on ‘Conservative Women in America’

Fan-favorite comedian Druski transforms into a satirical “Christian conservative” character, sparking millions of views and a heated online debate.

Rihanna Gives Firsthand Account of Home Shooting Incident

Here’s a Full Timeline of Trump’s Years-Long Beef with AG Letitia James

Here’s All You Need to Know About Why Our HBCUs Are So Beloved

Verzuz, Once Beloved, Is Now Dead. We Just Haven’t Buried It Yet.

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Breaking Down Who’s Playing Who In Michael Jackson Movie

The highly-anticipated Michael Jackson movie hits theaters April 24. Let’s take a look at who’s portraying the famous faces!

Rihanna Gives Firsthand Account of Home Shooting Incident

New Details In Kandi Burruss Divorce From Todd Tucker

Why Serena Williams’ Look in Her Latest Social Media Post Has Her Black Fans Going Off

We Finally Know More About The Usher and Justin Bieber Confrontation

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A Running List of Everything President Trump Is Planning to Name After Himself

From $100 bills with Trump’s signature on it to renaming several buildings in his honor, here’s everything President Trump has named or renamed after himself.

By Phenix S Halley