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  • A Look at The Obama Family’s Impressive Real Estate Portfolio

    A Look at The Obama Family’s Impressive Real Estate Portfolio

    From a historic Chicago mansion to a spacious Martha’s Vineyard vacation home, our favorite First Family has called many beautiful properties home.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    August 8, 2025
  • Behind James Baldwin, Nikki Giovanni’s Viral 1971 Black Men-Women Convo That Still Resonates

    Behind James Baldwin, Nikki Giovanni’s Viral 1971 Black Men-Women Convo That Still Resonates

    In 1971, writers James Baldwin and Nikki Giovanni sat down for a riveting two-hour conversation about Black love and relationships that still has us talking

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    July 19, 2025
  • Chill Out, Keith Sweat: Songs From The Past Decade That Prove R&B Is Not Dead

    Chill Out, Keith Sweat: Songs From The Past Decade That Prove R&B Is Not Dead

    In a recent interview, Keith Sweat claimed cursing killed modern R&B. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite new songs that prove the genre isn’t dead.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    January 22, 2026
  • Why Black Folks Need to Follow Kwanzaa’s Wealth-Building Principle of Ujamaa Now More Than Ever

    Why Black Folks Need to Follow Kwanzaa’s Wealth-Building Principle of Ujamaa Now More Than Ever

    The fourth day of Kwanzaa is all about the principle of cooperative economics. Here are ways you can build and maintain wealth in your community.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 29, 2025
  • The Story of Temptations Legend David Ruffin’s Ascent and Tragic Downfall

    The Story of Temptations Legend David Ruffin’s Ascent and Tragic Downfall

    Best known as one of the lead singers of The Temptations, Ruffin’s star story has a tragic ending.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 24, 2025
  • Everything to Know About Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat on His 65th Birthday

    Everything to Know About Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat on His 65th Birthday

    In honor of what would have been his 65 birthday, we’re looking at some of the most fascinating facts about artist Jean-Michel Basquiat.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 22, 2025
  • Paris Jackson Admits Years-Long Drug Abuse Left Devastating Effects on Her Body— And She’s Still Paying the Price

    Paris Jackson Admits Years-Long Drug Abuse Left Devastating Effects on Her Body— And She’s Still Paying the Price

    Michael Jackson’s daughter Paris just shared a disturbing health update and a word of warning to fans about the dangers of drugs.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    November 11, 2025
  • Best Black Looks From the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards

    Best Black Looks From the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards

    From Ciara, to model Alton Mason to Angel Reese, check out all the stunning fashions from the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards’ white carpet!

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    November 4, 2025
  • St. Louis Nonprofit Exec Accused of Stealing $10 Million From Low-Income Children and Spending It On…What??

    St. Louis Nonprofit Exec Accused of Stealing $10 Million From Low-Income Children and Spending It On…What??

    Connie Bobo is charged with spending millions of federal grant money intended to feed low-income children on luxury items for herself and her boyfriend.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 23, 2025
  • Black Costume Designer Reveals Surprise Connection Between Denzel Washington and ‘Seinfeld’ Star

    Black Costume Designer Reveals Surprise Connection Between Denzel Washington and ‘Seinfeld’ Star

    Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter shared a surprising connection between two popular 1990s on-screen moments

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 21, 2025
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