Entertainment
Aug 13, 2024
Respectability Politics Won’t Win The Campaign
For many young voters, policy is of more concern than political pomp and circumstance, and reliability goes miles further than respectability
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Aug 12, 2024
Nearly 40 Black Women Won Olympic Medals For The USA In 2024
The US took home the most medals this year, with Black women competing individually responsible for 20% of women’s wins. And yes…we are still counting Jordan Chiles’ Bronze.
Entertainment
Aug 6, 2024
Khalid’s ‘Sincere’ Displays The Creative Evolution Of A Talented Artist
In his first solo studio release in almost five years, this 16-track project marks a return to form for the Texas-born musician.
Art
Jul 11, 2024
The National Portrait Gallery’s New Exhibition Honors The Life And Legacy Of James Baldwin
Curated by Rhea L. Combs, the gallery’s Director of Curatorial Affairs, the show examines Baldwin’s legacy alongside his contemporaries in art, music, film, literature and activism.
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Entertainment
Oct 22, 2025
Ciara’s Level Up Radio Season Two Is Here And Essence Is Coming With Her.
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Entertainment
Oct 18, 2025
Lady London Opens Up In ‘ALWAYS, LADY LONDON,’ Her Most Personal Chapter Yet
Backed by MACRO Television Studios, the rising star shows what it means to balance her and her healing in real time.
Entertainment
Oct 6, 2025
Jesse Williams On The Beauty Of The Amalfi Coast, Producing Television, And ‘Hotel Costiera’
The Prime Video series blends the genres of action, comedy, and drama all into one, making one of the year’s most anticipated shows.
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Beauty
Apr 8, 2026
Get Ready With Junelle Bromfield For Her Wedding With Noah Lyles
The Olympic track star opened up about the inspiration behind her look, how she stayed grounded leading up to the big day, and more.
Money & Career
Apr 8, 2026
Emma Grede On Money, Mindset, And The Habits Keeping Too Many Black Women Playing Small
Emma Grede opens up about building billion-dollar brands, unlearning “old thoughts,” and why too many Black women are still unprepared for money conversations.
Entertainment
Apr 7, 2026
Netflix Reveals Trailer And Contestants For ‘Funny AF With Kevin Hart’
The competition spotlights rising comedians from New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago as they take the stage for a national audience.
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Entertainment
Mar 23, 2026
Ryan Michelle Bathé Guides ‘Paradise’ Viewers Through Season 2’s Biggest Moments
From flashbacks to in-depth conversations, the actress deepens how audiences experience the series. “This podcast will really help the way people process the show,” Bathé said.
Entertainment
Mar 23, 2026
Star Gazing: 2026 Truth Awards, Fanatics Flag Football Classic, ‘The Drama’ Premiere, Zendaya, Kehlani, And More
A busy run of events across Los Angeles, Atlanta, and beyond brought out some of the biggest names in entertainment.
Entertainment
Mar 21, 2026
A Look Back At Black Best Actor Winners On The Cover Of ESSENCE
From Denzel Washington to Michael B. Jordan, these Lead Actor Oscar recipients have been featured in the magazine at defining moments in their lives and careers.
Entertainment
Mar 21, 2026
Jay-Z And Erykah Badu Set To Headline Roots Picnic 2026, With Kehlani, Brandy, And T.I. Among List Of Performers
The two-day festival heads to Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia, with a stacked lineup and a tribute to the ‘Waiting to Exhale’ soundtrack.
Entertainment
Mar 20, 2026
From ‘The Rap Game’ To Global Star: Latto’s Biggest Career Moments
From viral moments to chart dominance, take a look at the moves that defined Latto’s rise to fame.
Entertainment
Mar 20, 2026
Best New Music This Week: Alex Isley Drops ‘When The City Sleeps’ Album, Coco Jones Is A “LUVAGIRL,” Latto’s “Business & Personal,” And More
Today’s list also includes “Don’t Hate Me” from Miles Caton, and Samara Cyn’s highly-anticipated EP, ‘Detour.’
Entertainment
Mar 19, 2026
The 9 Most Anticipated Albums Dropping This Spring
With major releases already behind us, new projects from Kehlani, Thundercat, Yaya Bey, and more, lead the next wave of projects arriving this season.
Books
Mar 19, 2026
21 Essential Books That Fiercely Celebrate Black Womanhood
From memoirs to poetry collections to books that were adapted for the big screen, these are must-haves for your personal library.
Sports
Mar 19, 2026
Jordan Chiles Is In Her “Peace Era” And She’s Not Letting Anyone Disrupt It
The Olympic gold medalist opens up about protecting her peace, prioritizing mental health, and partnering with Uber on its new Women Preferences feature.