Written by Before MacKenzie Scott met Jeff Bezos and became part of one of the world’s wealthiest couples, she was a young writer at Princeton studying under the guidance of literary legend Toni Morrison, a mentor who played a role in shaping the early part of her career. The novelist and philanthropist, now recognized as the world’s … Continue reading “MacKenzie Scott’s HBCU Donations Revive Focus On Her Ties To Toni Morrison”
In the midst of recording artist Akon’s divorce proceedings, the singer has asked the court to ignore a request from his soon-to-be-ex-wife, Tomeka Thaim, for spousal support. According to TMZ, the “Locked Up” singer wants the court to deny Thaim’s request in her divorce petition which she filed in September. In her filing, she also stated that … Continue reading “Akon Counters Wife’s Divorce Request, Asking She Be Denied Spousal Support”
A man posing as a delivery worker entered a San Francisco home on Nov. 22 and stole an estimated $11 million in cryptocurrency after assaulting the homeowner. Police said the suspect approached the residence on Dorland Street shortly before 7 a.m. while holding a white package and identifying himself only as “Joshua.” Surveillance footage shared with … Continue reading “Crypto-Kidnapper Steals $11M From San Francisco Resident In Wild Heist”
Social media is on fire in response to a video showing a Black woman in active labor being wheeled out of a hospital, only to give birth minutes later in her car—highlighting the ongoing Black maternal health crisis. Mercedes Wells and her newborn are recovering at a Munster, Indiana, hospital after a now-viral video showed … Continue reading “Indiana Hospital Turns Away Black Woman In Active Labor Who Later Gave Birth In Her Car”
Even outside competition, Simone Biles stays active. Her new Athleta collection—her fifth with the company but second designed for women and girls—fits seamlessly with the low-pressure hobbies she’s taken up to stay moving. Released on Nov. 21, Biles’ new Athleta collection blends fashion and function with stylish athleisure pieces designed for easy layering and versatile … Continue reading “Simone Biles’ New Athleta Collection Is Perfect For Horseback Riding And Ice Skating”
Debbie Allen is Academy Award certified after being presented with her honorary Oscar alongside Tom Cruise and scenographer Wynn Thomas. On Nov. 16, the 16th Governors Awards was held at the Ray Dolby Theater in Hollywood, where Allen was presented with her honorary Oscar from Tony and Grammy-winning actress and singer Cynthia Erivo, as cited … Continue reading “Debbie Allen Receives Honorary Oscar Alongside Tom Cruise And Wynn Thomas”
Action star Michael Jai White made history when he accepted an award at the Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), becoming the first non-Asian to receive an honor. The actor, who initially got his start as a martial artist before becoming an actor, posted a message on his social media accounts about receiving the coveted award. … Continue reading “Michael Jai White First Non-Asian to Win Asian World Film Festival’s Bruce Lee Award”
The childhood home of Nina Simone has been restored into a historic landmark of the activist and singer’s legacy. The home, located in Tryon, North Carolina, became newly reimagined through the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, a division of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The development revitalized the 650-square-foot, three-room clapboard house where … Continue reading “Childhood Home Of Nina Simone In N.C. Restored Into Inspired Archive Of Singer’s Life”
Two white men from North Texas have been indicted for plotting to invade a Haitian island, intending to kill its men and enslave its women and children. Gavin Rivers Weisenburg, 21, of Allen, and Tanner Christopher Thomas, 20, of Argyle, were recently indicted by a grand jury on charges of conspiracy to murder, maim, or … Continue reading “That’s Wild! White Men Indicted For Plot To Invade Haitian Island And Enslave Women And Children”
Choosing your scent is like picking the right playlist—it sets the tone, boosts your vibe, and makes sure that you’re remembered for the right reasons. But before you head to class or link up with the crew, there’s one key move to get right: knowing the difference between cologne, deodorant, and body spray. AXE breaks … Continue reading “Holiday Scent Code: Cologne, Deodorant, And Body Spray Explained”