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Inside ‘Godfather of Soul’ James Brown’s Luxurious South Carolina Home

In recognition of the 60th anniversary of ‘Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag,’ let’s take a look inside James Brown’s legendary home.

Yale Scholar Warns Worst Is Yet to Come After Predicting Iran War and Trump Election Win Years Ago

Jasmine Crockett Just Reminded Us What Black Women’s Leadership Looks Like

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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

Why Oscar-Nominated Film ‘The Alabama Solution’ Is More Than Just a Prison Documentary

“The Alabama Solution” is what happens when you let inmates tell the unapologetic truth about their living conditions and the abuse allegedly at the hands of correctional officers

The Target Boycott Is Over, But the Fight Isn’t: Leaders Reveal Progress and Work Ahead

We Loved “Sinners,” But Ryan Coogler, We Need You to Answer These Questions

The Best Black Looks From Paris Fashion Week March 2026

Black Americans Respond to Possible Boots on the Ground as Iran Conflict Rages Forward

Entertainment

You’ll Never Believe What Happened to Keke Palmer at SXSW Panel

Fans of the actress are speaking out following the shocking ordeal in Texas on Friday, and they’re asking all the right questions!

Inside ‘Godfather of Soul’ James Brown’s Luxurious South Carolina Home

Ray J’s Mom Says She Knows ‘The Truth’ About the Kardashians in Attack Over Latest Legal Fight

The Oscars Biggest Black History Moments Over the Years

The Best Black Celeb Looks at 2026 ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood

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Here’s More MAGA Leaders Loudly Opposing Trump

Some of Trump’s most loyal supporters like Roseanne Barr, Thomas Massie and Joe Rogan have all called him out… big time.

By Phenix S Halley

‘RHOA’ Star Kandi Burruss, Todd Tucker Finally Reach Conclusion in Messy Divorce

By Shanelle Genai

You’ll Never Believe What Happened to Keke Palmer at SXSW Panel

By Shanelle Genai

Dak Prescott and Sara Ramos Interesting Relationship Timeline

By B.Kadijat Towolawi

Why Former Illinois ‘Super Mayor’ Tiffany Henyard is Leaving Her State and Her Party Behind

By Phenix S Halley

Culture

The Oscars Biggest Black History Moments Over the Years

Exclusive: Marla Gibbs, More Black Leaders, Celebs Share Life-Changing Lessons

Pastor Goes Viral for Demanding Congregants’ Tax Returns—And The Internet Is Gagging

Psychology Behind the Internet’s Obsession With Punch, the Abandoned Monkey While Immigrant Kids Are Stripped From Their Parents

Opinion

Jasmine Crockett Just Reminded Us What Black Women’s Leadership Looks Like

Professor: Why Black Men Are Upset By Black Boys Wearing Bonnets

Professor On Jalen Rose Saying NBA Has a ‘Residue or Slavery’

Terrence Howard Just Said The Quiet Part Out Loud About Black Boys and Sexual Abuse

Beauty/Style

Oscars 2026: The Best-Dressed Black Celeb Red Carpet Looks of All Time

North West’s Best Fashion Looks

RIP Valentino: Iconic Black Celebrity Looks by the Designer

Black Celebs’ Most Iconic Giorgio Armani Fashion Moments

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