Black Internet Is Enraged Over Nurse Accused Of Hurting Black Newborns, Jimmy Carter’s Alleged Black Lineage, Lizzo Slims Down, Derrick Rose And Son Share Tender Moment And More

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Black Internet Is Enraged Over Nurse Accused Of Breaking Bones Of Black Newborns in Virginia

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After the news broke that a Virginia nurse allegedly harmed newborns on Monday (Jan. 6), Black Twitter lost their minds.

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Erin Elizabeth Ann Strotman, 26, was charged with malicious wounding and felony child abuse, as stated in court records and by the Henrico County Police Division. The arrest was a result of the police investigating three different babies that suffered “unexplained fractures” in the newborn care unit of Henrico Doctors’ Hospital in Richmond November and December. – Candace McDuffie Read More

Wait, What? Jimmy Carter Was Blood Related to This Black Living Legend?

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Former President Jimmy Carter’s dedication to service and commitment to human rights are among the reasons Black people are deeply mourning his passing on December 29 at age 100. – Angela Johnson Read More

Shannon Sharpe Has Words for People Dragging Him Into Skip Bayless’ Mess

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The Fox Sports world has been hit with scandal after a bombshell lawsuit was filed by a former employee on Friday, Jan. 3. In the 42-page filing, ex-FS1 stylist, Noushin Faraji, names Fox network, sports commentator Skip Bayless, and others as defendants in a jaw-dropping sexual misconduct lawsuit, obtained by Front Office Sports. – Phenix S Halley Read More

Lizzo Is Looking Slim in a Bikini, But What Does ‘Wood Therapy’ Have To Do With It?

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 13: Lizzo attends the 10th Annual Breakthrough Prize Ceremony at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 13, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Getty Images Kevin Winter

For Lizzo, 2024 was all about her weight loss journey, as the “About Damn Time” artist showed off her head-turning transformation to her nearly 12 million Instagram followers. As she steps into a new year, ya girl is showing no signs of slowing down, still putting in the work with her diet and fitness regimen and sharing her amazing results. – Angela Johnson Read More

WATCH: Grab Your Kleenex For This Touching Moment Between Derrick Rose and His Son

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JANUARY 04: Former Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose speaks to the audience during a half-time celebration for Derrick Rose Night at the United Center on January 4, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. Photo: Getty Images Geoff Stellfox

In Chicago, January 4, 2025 was all about Derrick Rose as the city celebrated the former Bulls point guard’s legacy during a halftime ceremony at the team’s United Center. But while it was heartwarming to watch everyone from former teammates to the broadcasters who called his games share their fondest memories of Rose’s time with the team, one of the most touching moments of the night came courtesy of Rose’s oldest son, PJ. – Angela Johnson Read More

Wait…Are Shaquille O’Neal and Dwight Howard Finally Ready to Throw Hands After a Heated Social Media Trash Back and Forth??

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Even years after both Shaquille O’Neal and Dwight Howard retired from the NBA, their petty beef continues.

On Monday, during an appearance on “Ray Daniels Presents,” Howard opened up about his weird relationship with O’Neal: “He always thought I was trying to be him or be like him. But again, if I wanted to be you or be like you, shouldn’t you take that as a compliment and to show how great you are as a player and a person.” – Noah A. McGee Read More

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