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How Duke University Suing Its Own Quarterback Could Impact All College Athletes
Right after Duke University quarterback Darian Mensah announced he's entering the transfer portal, the university sued him.
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What Jill Scott Says About Being a ‘Dominant Submissive’
Jill Scott's comments about what she's looking for in a man have sparked an online debate about power dynamics in relationships.
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Why Everyone is Losing It Over Naomi Osaka’s Australian Open Outfit
Naomi Osaka is making a bold fashion statement at the 2026 Australian Open and you've got to see how she slayed!
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Black Stars Who Have, Um, Disappointed Us Big Time
While celebrities like Ben Carson, Drake and Keke Palmer have contributed greatly to the Black community, they've also disappointed us beyond belief.
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This Black TikToker’s Super-Catchy Dr. Pepper Jingle Went Viral, Here’s What Happened Next
Romeo Bingham's viral TikTok video, an ode to Dr. Pepper, leads to national commercial with the soft drink brand
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Why LeBron James is Getting Dragged For His MLK-Inspired Nike Sneakers
Designed to commemorate MLK Day and LeBron James’ 23rd season, “King James” and Nike have been called “tone-deaf” for the new shoe.
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RIP Valentino: Black Celebs and Their Iconic Valentino Looks
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.
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Is Elon Musk’s AI Supercomputer Poisoning This Black Historic Neighborhood in Memphis?
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.
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Iyanla Vanzant’s Decision Not To Attend Her Daughter’s Funeral
During "The Breakfast Club" interview, Iyanla Vanzant explains why setting boundaries during grief is an act of self-love.
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Rev. William Barber: Why We Must Reclaim MLK’s Radical Vision
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