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  • Have You Heard of The Tragic Story of Phyllis Hyman, a Beautiful, Soulful Singer Derailed By Her Own Demons?

    Have You Heard of The Tragic Story of Phyllis Hyman, a Beautiful, Soulful Singer Derailed By Her Own Demons?

    The soulful singer, known for hits like “Living All Alone and “You Know How to Love Me” died just days before her 46th birthday.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    July 4, 2025
  • Do You Know the Tragic Story of TLC’s ‘Left Eye’ AKA Lisa Lopes?

    Do You Know the Tragic Story of TLC’s ‘Left Eye’ AKA Lisa Lopes?

    One third of one of the biggest female music acts in history, Lisa Lopes also dealt with many demons.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    July 4, 2025
  • Best Self-Help Reads for Black Resilience in Uncertain Times

    Best Self-Help Reads for Black Resilience in Uncertain Times

    In these challenging times, these books can give you the hope you need.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    July 3, 2025
  • ‘Hey Google’ and Other Voice Assistants Are Terrifying Children and Confusing Bemused Parents

    ‘Hey Google’ and Other Voice Assistants Are Terrifying Children and Confusing Bemused Parents

    Social media is buzzing about the strange reaction kids are having to smart speakers in their homes.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    July 3, 2025
  • Take a Peek Inside Diddy’s $50 Million Miami Mansion He Offered Up As Collateral

    Security allegedly ramped up at his Star Island mansion following his July 2 verdicts in the event that he was granted bail. He wasn’t.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    July 3, 2025
  • A Black Mom Posted Video of a Terrifying Exchange She had with Police in Delaware

    A Black Mom Posted Video of a Terrifying Exchange She had with Police in Delaware

    Black Mom Says Cops Approached Her and Her Children With Guns Drawn.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    July 3, 2025
  • Songs by White Artists You Can Add to Your Black Cookout Playlist

    Songs by White Artists You Can Add to Your Black Cookout Playlist

    If you’re planning your Fourth of July cookout playlist, these songs by blue-eyed soul artists should be in the mix.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    July 2, 2025
  • The Story Behind the Viral ‘Boots on the Ground’ Dance Performed By Beyoncé and Michelle Obama

    As we roll into the Fourth of July weekend, we’re looking at the story behind the latest viral line dance.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    July 2, 2025
  • Mike Tyson Wants to Talk to Trump About What??

    Mike Tyson Wants to Talk to Trump About What??

    The former heavyweight champion wants President Trump to make the changes to some current laws that the Biden administration did not.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    July 1, 2025
  • Three Friends Were Headed To A Beyoncé Concert, But One  Dies On the Way. Guess What The Other Two Did Next?

    Three Friends Were Headed To A Beyoncé Concert, But One Dies On the Way. Guess What The Other Two Did Next?

    A group of friends who experienced tragedy on their way to a Cowboy Carter show have sparked a viral debate about what would keep fans from seeing Queen Bey.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    June 30, 2025
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