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  • Why It’s Ridiculous That 21 Savage, Young Thug Now Say ‘F the Streets’

    Why It’s Ridiculous That 21 Savage, Young Thug Now Say ‘F the Streets’

    When 21 Savage and other popular rappers who made their name and money promoting street life suddenly condemn it, it comes off as a bit…odd.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    January 9, 2026
  • Why Idris Elba’s New Wax Figure Might Be the Most Realistic Ever Created!

    Why Idris Elba’s New Wax Figure Might Be the Most Realistic Ever Created!

    Madame Tussauds just revealed the wax figure for celebrity heartthrob, Idris Elba. Let’s just say, the sculpture was so accurate he was shocked.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    December 23, 2025
  • Blueface’s Mama Claps At His New Girlfriend For, Um, Getting His Misspelled Name Tattooed

    Blueface’s Mama Claps At His New Girlfriend For, Um, Getting His Misspelled Name Tattooed

    Blueface’s mom is dragging his new girlfriend for misspelling his name in a fresh tattoo, and fans are going off in the comments.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    December 18, 2025
  • The Black Panther Party Didn’t Disappear— Here’s Where The Revolutionary Activists Are Today

    The Black Panther Party Didn’t Disappear— Here’s Where The Revolutionary Activists Are Today

    A look at the Black Panther Party’s most influential figures, their fight for justice and where they are today decades after the party’s movement disbanded.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    November 26, 2025
  • 4 Shocking Takeaways From Eddie Murphy’s New Netflix Documentary ‘Being Eddie’

    4 Shocking Takeaways From Eddie Murphy’s New Netflix Documentary ‘Being Eddie’

    From early fame to private struggles, Eddie Murphy’s Netflix Documentary “Being Eddie” reveals a side of Murphy we’ve never seen before.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    November 13, 2025
  • White Folks Reveal Racist Lingo and Signs Black Folks Knew Nothing About

    White Folks Reveal Racist Lingo and Signs Black Folks Knew Nothing About

    From casual phrases like “It’s going to be dark” to subtle gestures and symbols, social media creators are decoding the hidden language White supremacists use to signal their prejudice.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    November 12, 2025
  • Albany, Syracuse Elects First Black Women Mayors in Historic Double Victory!

    Albany, Syracuse Elects First Black Women Mayors in Historic Double Victory!

    Albany and Syracuse just made history, electing Dr. Dorcey Applyrs and Sharon Owens, respectively, as the first Black women mayors of their cities.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    November 7, 2025
  • Obama Explains What Must Be Done to Triumph Over Turmoil In America

    Obama Explains What Must Be Done to Triumph Over Turmoil In America

    Despite an uncertain path, standing up for your convictions is a “leap of faith” that former President Barack Obama insists is worth making.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    September 30, 2025
  • Kamala Reveals Mysterious ‘Red File’ Created With Instructions to Take Over Presidency From Biden

    Kamala Reveals Mysterious ‘Red File’ Created With Instructions to Take Over Presidency From Biden

    According to Harris’ memoir, “107 Days,” Tony West, Harris’ brother-in-law, prepared a contingency plan.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    September 24, 2025
  • Former ‘Love is Blind’ Star Raven Ross Gets Roasted After ‘Elitist’ Pilates Rant Gone Wrong

    Former ‘Love is Blind’ Star Raven Ross Gets Roasted After ‘Elitist’ Pilates Rant Gone Wrong

    Fitness influencer Raven Ross sparked backlash after her “extremely hot take” rant claiming Pilates isn’t “diverse” or “accessible” went viral across social media.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    September 16, 2025
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