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June 22, 2026 · source link ↗

‘This is not a drill’: Serena Williams is returning to Wimbledon singles

The 23-time Grand Slam champion accepted a wild-card invitation into the ladies’ singles draw, meaning she’ll compete at Wimbledon in

June 22, 2026 · source link ↗

Do You See Yourself In The C-Suite? Lets Put You in the Corner Office

Dexter Hall says he’s gotten more out of life “by giving to others than by what has been given” to him. Wearing a cross around his neck like an old-fashioned,...

June 21, 2026 · source link ↗

Barack and Michelle Obama gave Chicago students the sweetest first look inside their new library

The former president and first lady surprised South Side students at the Obama Presidential Center’s public library, marking a Juneteenth

June 21, 2026 · source link ↗

SZA Blasts AI Music, Says Models Trained On 238 Of Her Songs

After SZA said AI music models trained on hundreds of her songs, including some she believes may be unreleased, her

June 21, 2026 · source link ↗

What is Día de los Negros? The Juneteenth celebration that Black Seminole descendants have kept alive in Mexico for over 100 years

The Día de los Negros explainer covers a little-known tradition in Coahuila, Mexico, where descendants of enslaved people who fled

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

Poll reveals Barack Obama remains the most popular living U.S. president

A new CNN poll found Barack Obama holds the highest favorability rating among living U.S. presidents, outperforming both President Donald

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

Peabo Bryson’s family announces private celebration of life

Bryson’s celebration of life will be held Monday at Antioch Baptist Church in Atlanta and livestreamed for fans who cannot

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

Surveillance Of Deservedness: Why Black Women’s Blessings Are Audited

When Black women exceed expectations, blessings become sources of discomfort, disrupting assumptions about how should possess back amounts of care, comfort, and joy.

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

Ryan Coogler’s Proximity Media heads to Netflix with exclusive deal

Ryan Coogler’s Proximity Media has signed a multi-year deal with Netflix to exclusively develop television series after its previous agreement

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

D.C.’s 1st Black Woman-Owned Brewery Opens On Juneteenth

Urban Garden Brewing distinguishes itself through a menu centered on botanicals, herbs, and flowers

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

Quinta Brunson signs a five-year deal with 20th Television, moving her production company from Warner Bros. to Disney

Brunson’s new agreement is the biggest showrunner move of the year, keeping her in the “Abbott Elementary” family as the

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

10 Juneteenth Events Across The U.S. To Celebrate Black Freedom

Observed annually on June 19, the federal holiday marks the day in 1865 when the end of slavery was announced

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

‘He’s Shaking Right Now!’: Obama’s Brutal Message to Trump Closes Out His Star-Studded Grand Opening — A Final, Savage Blow He Won’t Recover From

The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago celebrated its opening ceremony on Thursday, June 18, attracting a star-studded crowd of big names. Stevie Wonder, Oprah Winfrey, […] ‘He’s Shaking Right Now!’: Obama’s Brutal Message to Trump Closes Out His Star-Studded Grand Opening — A Final, Savage Blow He Won’t Recover From

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

As a ‘A Different World’ returns, Debbie Allen says Black stories, like Black people, aren’t going anywhere

Debbie Allen, Felicia Pride, and Maleah Joi Moon open up about reimagining “A Different World” for an audience today. The

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

Obama Presidential Center opening brings tears, nostalgia and call to action

“For Black Americans, I think the call to action is clear,” U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo (D-R.I.), a former Obama White

June 19, 2026 · source link ↗

Producer Tay Keith found dead at 29

The Memphis-born hip hop producer made music for artists like Drake, Cardi B, Lil Baby, and more. Grammy-nominated hip hop

June 18, 2026 · source link ↗

Jamaica in talks with U.S. to temporarily take in third-country deportees

The island nation’s National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang confirmed the countries have signed a memorandum of understanding. Jamaica is

June 18, 2026 · source link ↗

5 Last Minute Gifts From Black-Owned Brands For Father’s Day

Each selection centers craftsmanship, culture and intentional design, making it easier to find something meaningful dads

June 18, 2026 · source link ↗

‘They’re Trying to Hide That’: Fiancée of Fourth USPS Worker Who Died at Georgia Facility Says Fifth Worker Had to be Rushed to Hospital

The fiancée of the worker who died at the metro Atlanta USPS facility is speaking out after coworkers revealed disturbing details about his death. Demarcus […] ‘They’re Trying to Hide That’: Fiancée of Fourth USPS Worker Who Died at Georgia Facility Says Fifth Worker Had to be Rushed to Hospital

June 18, 2026 · source link ↗

The National Average Gas Price Is Finally Dipping Below $4

The conflict in Iran led to the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz, creating a bottleneck on the global oil supply and driving up prices.

June 18, 2026 · source link ↗

As Juneteenth approaches, Black Texans revel in the celebration and complications of it being a federal holiday

June 19th has been a state holiday in Texas since 1980, but as the holiday has spread across the country,

June 16, 2026 · source link ↗

Brotherhood in fatherhood: 8 organizations supporting Black dads this Father’s Day

Whether navigating newborns, toddlers, co-parenting, or mental health, these groups are reminding Black dads they don’t have to do it

June 16, 2026 · source link ↗

This Unusual Advice Can Help Entrepreneurs And Corporate Professionals Succeed

“Be nice to the doorman. They are the people who get you in the building.” It’s probably one of the more unique pieces of advice anyone will ever hear in...

June 16, 2026 · source link ↗

BLD PWR Is Bringing A 3-Day Juneteenth Celebration To Houston

Juneteenth is a celebration of our independence and freedom and BLD PWR is making sure Houston embodies that.

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