Juneteenth Summit

Juneteenth Summit celebrates Black Music and BMAC’s 5th

AUGUSTA, GA – On Juneteenth weekend, the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) marked its 5th anniversary and Black Music Month with a historic summit at the estate of the legendary James Brown, hosted in partnership with Primary Wave, Universal Music

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Aisha Bowe: Not Your Average Rocket Scientist

From being told to settle for cosmetology by a high school guidance counselor to launching into space as part of Blue Origin’s all-female NS-31 crew, Aisha Bowe’s journey is a masterclass in rewriting the rules. The aerospace engineer, entrepreneur, and

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2 reality stars promise explosive ‘Traitors’ season 4

The fourth installment of Peacock’s strategic competition series “The Traitors” promises unprecedented drama as two prominent reality television veterans prepare to enter the Scottish highlands. The streaming platform’s hit show continues its tradition of assembling compelling personalities within the confines

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Ananda Lewis, former MTV VJ and talk show host, dies at 52

Ananda Lewis, the beloved former MTV host and talk show personality known for her warm presence and powerful voice on issues impacting youth and communities of color, has died following a lengthy battle with breast cancer. She was 52. Her

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Leavitt faces harsh criticism amid Trump defense

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt continues to navigate intense public scrutiny as she maintains her steadfast support for President Donald Trump’s administration. Her recent television appearances have sparked widespread discussion not only about her political messaging but also about

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Remy Ma’s stunning 45th birthday celebration

The hip-hop world took notice as Remy Ma marked her 45th birthday with an extravagant celebration that dominated social media feeds and reminded everyone why she remains one of rap’s most captivating personalities. The Bronx-born artist transformed her milestone birthday

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Honey Bxby takes over Times Square for EP release

New York, New York – May 30th, 2025 – Last night, the music industry converged at Planet Hollywood in Times Square to celebrate the highly-anticipated release of Honey Bxby’s latest EP, Raw Honey, presented by Rebirth Entertainment / ART@WAR / Warner Records. The evening kicked off

BMAC announces 5th annual Gala celebrating music and change

On September 18, 2025, the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) will host its fifth annual BMAC Gala at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, a vibrant celebration of music’s power to drive social change. This milestone event, announced on May

Detroit Diaspora Day Festival 2025: A soulful celebration

On Sunday, May 25, 2025, the Motor City pulsed with purpose as the Detroit Diaspora Day Festival returned for its seventh spectacular year, igniting The Norwood with 12 full hours of music, movement, and soul. Coinciding with the globally renowned Movement Festival,

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Is Detroit ready for its first Black woman mayor?

Among the diverse and dynamic slate of candidates, three Black women—Mary Sheffield, Saunteel Jenkins, and DaNetta Simpson—are making history as they vie for the city’s highest office. Their candidacies represent not only a break from tradition but also a moment

‘Today’ co-host Sheinelle Jones’ husband dies of cancer

“Today” co-host Sheinelle Jones’ husband, Uche Ojeh, has died at the age of 45. He had been treated for glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. The news was announced “with profound sadness” by Jones’ co-hosts Savannah Guthrie, Craig Melvin, Al Roker, Carson Daly, Dylan

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HBCU golfer Kennedi Lee shows how to master all the games

Kennedi Lee’s journey to becoming a professional golfer is a story of resilience, passion, and breaking through barriers. As a graduate student at Texas Southern University (TSU), Lee is not only excelling in sports but also inspiring young Black women

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VC Antonia Dean invests in vision at Roadmap to Billions

Antonia Dean spots overlooked opportunities where others see only risk. As principal at Black Ops Ventures, a seed-stage investment firm, Ms. Dean evaluates founders who are building solutions for markets traditionally ignored by mainstream investors. Her focus: businesses serving the

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Executive coach Nekpen Wilson back to Roadmap to Billions

Nekpen Osuan Wilson is a force for transformation in both the tech and finance industries. As a certified Executive Coach, tech investor and TEDx Speaker with more than 15 years of expertise in business development operations, Wilson has dedicated her

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LeBlanc-Godfrey reveals AI secrets at Roadmap to Billions

Stephanie LeBlanc-Godfrey is revolutionizing how parents and entrepreneurs interact with artificial intelligence. As a tech industry veteran with over 20 years of experience and the founder and CEO of Mother AI, LeBlanc-Godfrey is dedicated to making emerging technologies approachable for

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Maci Philitas on financial literacy at Roadmap to Billions

Maci Peterson Philitas is a platform founder, CEO, and former private wealth strategist helping others build, grow, and transfer generational wealth. As co-founder and CEO of On Second Thought (OST), she led the creation of a patented messaging infrastructure used

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CEO Stephanie Assi touches AI at Roadmap to Billions

Stephanie Assi Durand is revolutionizing the tech landscape in francophone Africa through her company Meraky Tech. With 15 years of experience in technology and software development, Durand has an impressive background that includes collaborations with industry giants like Accenture Federal