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Fred Hampton, left, head of the Illinois Black Panthers, and Dr. Benjamin Spock, right, attend a rally against the trial of eight people accused of conspiracy to start a riot at the Democratic National Convention. The rally was held outside the Federal Building in Chicago on Oct. 29, 1969. Photo: Getty Images Don Casper/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service

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Forget What JD Vance Said — Here are 13 Times White Folks Never Apologized For Bad Behavior

Despite JD Vance’s claim that white folks no longer “have to apologize for being white anymore,” here’s many times Black folks never got a much deserved apology.

NFL Might Tax Steelers’ DK Metcalf's This Eye-Watering Sum For His Sideline Move

NFL Might Tax Steelers’ DK Metcalf’s This Eye-Watering Sum For His Sideline Move

Pittsburgh Steelers player DK Metcalf is looking at getting seriously taxed in the pocketbook for

The Most Stunning Black Images of 2025

The Most Stunning Black Images of 2025

As the year comes to a close, we’ve rounded up some of the most stunning

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

Culture

Serena Williams’ Dehydration Hack Has Everyone Talking

In a recent TikTok video, the tennis star shared her go-to remedy for dehydration. But one part of her demonstration is getting a lot more buzz.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

January 5, 2023
Black Excellence, Culture

Gov. Hochul’s Invites 9-Year-old Poet To Perform at Inaugural Ceremony

Never underestimate the power of young Black artist.

By

Kalyn Womack

Published

January 4, 2023
Culture, Sports

Shannon Sharpe’s Return to Undisputed Leads to Tense Confrontation With Skip Bayless

The two co-hosts of the popular FS1 show had a heated exchange over Skip Bayless’ tweet about Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin.

By

Noah A. McGee

Published

January 4, 2023
Black Excellence, Culture

Five Reasons Why Hakeem Jeffries Is The Sh*t

As Nancy Pelosi’s successor, Jeffries is making history as the new leader of House Democrats.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

January 4, 2023
Culture, Sports

Damar Hamlin’s Uncle Describes Emotions After Watching His Nephew Collapse on an NFL Field

Dorian Glenn, Damar’s uncle, said his nephew, “basically died on the field and they brought him back to life.”

By

Noah A. McGee

Published

January 4, 2023
Culture, Sports

Mercedes Moné Makes Her New Japan Pro Wrestling Debut; Leaves Sasha Banks Behind

The former WWE superstar made her first appearance in NJPW on Wednesday at Wrestle Kingdom 17.

By

Stephanie Holland

Published

January 4, 2023
Culture, Sports

Damar Hamlin’s On-Field Collapse Is a Stark Reminder of the True Cost of Football [UPDATED]

Damar Hamlin’s family has released a statement thanking fans, first responders and the Cincinnati Bengals.

By

Stephanie Holland

Published

January 3, 2023
Culture, Sports

NFL Player Damar Hamlin In Critical Condition After Frightening Monday Night Football Incident [Updated]

The league finally suspended the game after a lengthy pause.

By

Keith Reed

Published

January 3, 2023
Culture, Technology

Black Content Creators Call Out Influencer Industry for Racial Bias in Gifting

Content creators say that it’s not just about freebies, it’s about creating opportunities for full time employment.

By

Vanessa De Luca

Published

January 1, 2023
Black Excellence, Culture

Black Women Who Inspired Us In 2022

These women have been at the forefront of the culture, showing us what it means to simply be great.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

December 31, 2022