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  • Alumni and Students React To Howard University Cutting Ties With Diddy and His Millions

    Diddy’s alma mater is taking a stand against him in light of the recently released abuse video.

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    Phenix S. Halley and Candace McDuffie






    Published

    June 10, 2024
  • WATCH: Sweet Reunion Between Al Roker and ‘Today’ Show’s ‘Youngest Viewer’ Got Fans in Tears

    WATCH: Sweet Reunion Between Al Roker and ‘Today’ Show’s ‘Youngest Viewer’ Got Fans in Tears

    In celebration of the Today Plaza opening 30 years ago, the beloved weatherman and anchor was surprised with a reunion of a lifetime.

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    Phenix S. Halley and Candace McDuffie






    Published

    June 7, 2024
  • Surprise Surprise! Professional Karen— Megyn Kelly— Defends Caitlin Clark At The Expense of Black WNBA Players

    In Kelly’s defense of the WNBA star, she conveniently overlooks the accomplishments of the Black woman players who came before her.

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    Phenix S. Halley and Candace McDuffie






    Published

    June 7, 2024
  • As a Judge Considers Trump’s Fate, Here’s 14 Trump Wannabes Intent on Continuing His Messy Legacy

    Even following a conviction, The Donald’s electability this November is uncertain. Regardless, these are the politicians who have studied his blueprint.

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    Phenix S. Halley and Candace McDuffie






    Published

    May 31, 2024
  • Why Black Condo Owners Have More Power Than They Think

    Black condo owners are rare in America, but our economic power should give us greater leverage.

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    Phenix S. Halley and Candace McDuffie






    Published

    May 26, 2024
  • Why The Internet Knows Diddy’s ‘Apology’ is Trash

    The internet had the same collective reaction to Diddy’s Sunday apology for the viral abuse video. As well it should’ve.

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    Phenix S. Halley and Candace McDuffie






    Published

    May 20, 2024
  • PGA Golf Star, Who Literally Dragged a Police Officer With His Car, Was Back to Work in No time, But What if He Was Black?

    Scottie Scheffler’s disregard for the safety of a police officer demonstrated white privilege. So does the fact that he’s still free and breathing.

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    Phenix S. Halley and Candace McDuffie






    Published

    May 20, 2024
  • What the Hell is Wrong With Questlove These Days?

    The Roots drummer has barraged the masses with terrible hot takes of late…what’s it all about?

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    Phenix S. Halley and Candace McDuffie






    Published

    May 15, 2024
  • Oprah Wants Your Forgiveness For Helping to Start a Dangerous Habit in America. Will You Forgive Her?

    The mogul acknowledges that her role in diet culture was irresponsible — and at times dangerous.

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    Phenix S. Halley and Candace McDuffie






    Published

    May 11, 2024
  • Why Hip-Hop Interviewer DJ Vlad is the White Culture Vulture the Genre Can Do Without

    The interviewer is a guest in the House of Hip-Hop, but he’s been putting his shoes all over the furniture for years.

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    Phenix S. Halley and Candace McDuffie






    Published

    May 7, 2024
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