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This Black TikToker’s Super-Catchy Dr. Pepper Jingle Went Viral, Here’s What Happened Next
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This Black TikToker’s Super-Catchy Dr. Pepper Jingle Went Viral, Here’s What Happened Next
— January 2026
Romeo Bingham's viral TikTok video, an ode to Dr. Pepper, leads to national commercial with the soft drink brand
Why LeBron James is Getting Dragged For His MLK-Inspired Nike Sneakers
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Why LeBron James is Getting Dragged For His MLK-Inspired Nike Sneakers
— January 2026
Designed to commemorate MLK Day and LeBron James’ 23rd season, “King James” and Nike have been called “tone-deaf” for the new shoe.
RIP Valentino: Black Celebs and Their Iconic Valentino Looks
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RIP Valentino: Black Celebs and Their Iconic Valentino Looks
— January 2026
Valentino has cultivated a long and important relationship with Black celebrities, notably including iconic supermodels Iman and Naomi Campbell, alongside stars such as Beyoncé and Halle Berry.
Is Elon Musk’s AI Supercomputer Poisoning This Black Historic Neighborhood in Memphis?
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Is Elon Musk’s AI Supercomputer Poisoning This Black Historic Neighborhood in Memphis?
— January 2026
Thanks to Elon Musk’s Colossus supercomputer, Black families in South Memphis worry they are being exposed to toxic air from methane-powered turbines, while city leaders prioritize billion-dollar tech expansion.
Iyanla Vanzant’s Decision Not To Attend Her Daughter’s Funeral
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Iyanla Vanzant’s Decision Not To Attend Her Daughter’s Funeral
— January 2026
During "The Breakfast Club" interview, Iyanla Vanzant explains why setting boundaries during grief is an act of self-love.
Rev. William Barber: Why We Must Reclaim MLK’s Radical Vision
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Rev. William Barber: Why We Must Reclaim MLK’s Radical Vision
— January 2026
According to Rev. Dr. William Barber, to truly honor and reclaim Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, people must return to King's original, radical blueprint: organizing multi-racial, local, and state-level movements to challenge systemic injustices
Why Fewer Black Residents Are Taking the Lead in Minneapolis Protests
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Why Fewer Black Residents Are Taking the Lead in Minneapolis Protests
— January 2026
Black people are present, but many have been vocal about choosing not to engage in the same ways they once did. Some have even pushed back against certain protest tactics. This shift has been interpreted by some as apathy or retreat. It is neither.
All the Ways MLK’s Legacy Is Being Misused
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All the Ways MLK’s Legacy Is Being Misused
— January 2026
Dr. King shouldered immense pressure for the sake of achieving positive change. However, today, his name is frequently and conveniently invoked to lend credibility to figures and movements that directly contradict the very principles he risked his life to uphold.
A Peek Inside Mary J. Blige’s Beautiful Jersey Mansion That Nobody Wanted
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A Peek Inside Mary J. Blige’s Beautiful Jersey Mansion That Nobody Wanted
— January 2026
The R&B legend’s $12.3 million New Jersey home got its “SOLD” sign after eight years on the market.
How A Black Woman Helped To Revolutionize Pilates In The United States
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How A Black Woman Helped To Revolutionize Pilates In The United States
— January 2026
Did you know that modern-day Pilates was pioneered by a Black woman? Here's everything you need to know about the iconic Kathy Stanford Grant.