Written by India Bradley is a prima ballerina making history in the dance world. Bradley has become the New York City Ballet’s first Black soloist in the company’s history, The New York Times reports. Promoted alongside five other dancers, her appointment grows the company’s diversity and representation. View this post on Instagram A post shared by India … Continue reading “Ballerina India Bradley Leaps As First Black Soloist For New York City Ballet”
Recording artist Blueface lost a defamation lawsuit in 2024. But since he has allegedly not yet paid up, he could have the money taken from his music royalties. According to AllHipHop, Jackie Martinez, who won a $123,243.10 default judgment in April 2024 after the rapper did not appear in court, has asked a judge to … Continue reading “Rapper Blueface Asked by Jackie Martinez To Forfeit Music Royalty Earnings”
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. has chartered its first-ever chapter in Puerto Rico, marking the sorority’s debut in a Latin American region where Spanish is the primary language. On Saturday, Oct. 18, 25 sorority members formed the new Alpha Delta Nu Omega chapter within the organization’s International Region, with women established across fields such as … Continue reading “Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Charters First-Ever Chapter In Puerto Rico”
OpenAI is set to expand its influence in the booming AI sector with the launch of a new AI music generation platform. The $500 billion-valued company behind ChatGPT and the Sora AI video creation tool is preparing to enter the generative AI music space, according to The Information. To prepare for the new product launch, … Continue reading “OpenAI To Launch AI Music Generation Platform Trained By Julliard Students”
Monica Morgan/WireImage // Getty Images 20 slang words popularized by hit songs Slang —the informal, non-standard lingo used in social settings —doesn’t originate in a vacuum. The invented words we casually throw around come from the culture around us, particularly the music industry. A great many music-related terms stem from hip-hop, particularly rap. Because rap … Continue reading “From Lyrics To Lexicon: 20 Slang Words Popularized By Hit Songs”
Black TikTok is showing off how they show out after work in a new “Five O’Clock” trend. The trend has captivated the internet as it shows what people look like at their day job, as well as reveal how they look once they clock out. The viral clips show how Black employees keep things professional … Continue reading “TikTok’s New ‘5 O’Clock’ Trend Shows Off Black Employees’ Post-Work Glow Up”
Design Essentials is supporting the next generation of female chemists and innovators at Spelman College through a $250,000 commitment. The Black-owned, Atlanta-based beauty brand made a bold statement at Morehouse and Spelman’s Homecoming Week, unveiling its multi-year pledge to support scholarships, student programs, and the next generation of Black women leaders for years to come. … Continue reading “Design Essentials Pledges $250K To Spelman College To Support Future Female Chemists And Innovators”
For generations, chocolate has been synonymous with indulgence, luxury, and sheer delight; for entrepreneurs, though, it doubles as a canvas for invention and innovation. Whether it’s hand‑crafted chocolate bars, cocoa‑infused skincare, opulent desserts or chocolate‑spiked spirits, Black‑owned companies are reshaping how chocolate is savored. BLACK ENTERPRISE spotlights five standout products—each carving out its niche with … Continue reading “Innovative Black-Owned Products To Savor On National Chocolate Day”
ONE Musicfest returned to Atlanta’s Piedmont Park on Oct. 25 and 26, reaffirming its place as one of the South’s most significant celebrations of Black music and culture after 16 years. Despite chilly temperatures and rain over the OMF weekend, the festival delivered a dynamic lineup that honored Atlanta’s legacy while spotlighting the next generation of … Continue reading “ONE Musicfest 2025: Atlanta’s Homecoming Of Culture And Sound”
Survey: 39% of small businesses have less than a month of cash on hand Unstable sales, rising expenses, unpredictable payments: Today’s small business math rarely balances itself. For many, that adds up to a daily cash flow puzzle. Bluevine surveyed 774 U.S. owners with $50,000-$5 million in annual revenue to see how they navigate cash … Continue reading “On the Brink: 39% Of Small Businesses Are Running On Less Than A Month Of Cash”