Dr. Cheryl Kendall on childhood obesity

Dr. Cheryl Kendall reveals essential advice for new mothers

In an era where parenting advice flows freely from social media and well-meaning relatives, Dr. Cheryl Jones Kendall offers a refreshing perspective from her four-decade tenure at We Care Pediatric and Adolescent Group in East Point, Georgia. Her insights, shaped

Lil Wayne, vinyl

Lil Wayne releases 4 side vinyl edition of mixtape

The landscape of collectible hip-hop releases has expanded significantly with Lil Wayne’s decision to transform his groundbreaking 2011 mixtape Sorry 4 the Wait into a premium double-LP vinyl format. This comprehensive reimagining offers devoted fans and serious collectors a tangible

Florida, child labour

Florida lawmakers push for changes to child labor laws

A divisive piece of legislation making its way through Florida’s Senate has ignited intense debate about the appropriate balance between youth employment and educational priorities. Senate Bill 918 proposes substantial rollbacks to existing child labor protections that would affect approximately

Young Thug

Mariah The Scientist and Young Thug’s courtside appearance

A rare public appearance by musical artists Mariah The Scientist and Young Thug has ignited widespread discussion across social media platforms, with fans meticulously analyzing every aspect of their courtside interaction. The couple attended the Miami Heat versus Golden State

K Love The Poet

5 ways K Love The Poet changes lives through spoken word

In the bustling artistic landscape of Chicago, where rhythm meets poetry and community activism thrives alongside creative expression, K Love The Poet stands as a beacon of authenticity. Her journey from memorizing poems at her grandmother’s behest to becoming one

Black woman, skin, health, collagen boost

Black consumers spend a whooping $9 billion on beauty

The explosive growth of elaborate self-care rituals across social media platforms has captivated millions, particularly within Black communities where beauty and personal care hold cultural significance. These meticulously crafted videos featuring multi-step skincare routines, specialized tools, and premium products have

Russell Wilson, Ciara

Russell Wilson signs $21 million deal as he moves to NYC

A significant power shift in the world of sports and entertainment is underway as Russell Wilson and Ciara establish themselves as New York’s newest celebrity couple. Russell’s recent one-year agreement with the New York Giants, valued at $21 million, marks

Georgia, Voter

Georgia set to remove 455,000 voters in historic purge

A sweeping voter registration cancellation in Georgia is poised to affect approximately 455,000 voters, making it one of the largest voter purges in American history. As midterm elections draw near, Georgia residents must verify their registration status to ensure their

Heart disease risk

3 ways this infection may boost heart disease risk

Heart disease maintains its grim status as the number one killer of Americans, claiming more lives annually than cancer and accidental deaths, the second and third leading causes, combined. The American Heart Association’s 2025 update paints a sobering picture: someone

swimming lessons, drowning rates

5 ways NYC is tackling drowning rates among Black youth

New York City has launched an ambitious program to combat a troubling public health disparity: Black children face a 1.5 times higher risk of drowning compared to their white peers, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data. Mayor

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Nashville readies for stars as CMA Fest unveils lineup

Nashville prepares to transform its downtown corridor into country music’s biggest celebration as the 52nd CMA Fest announced its star-studded lineup featuring the genre’s biggest names and emerging talents. The four-day festival, scheduled for June 5-8 in the city’s Lower

Trinidad and Tobago

US officials issue travel advisory for Trinidad and Tobago

Americans planning Caribbean getaways now face heightened warnings about visiting Trinidad and Tobago, as the U.S. State Department has elevated its travel advisory to level 3, urging travelers to reconsider plans to visit the island nation. The March 21 advisory

government worker, hackers

4 suspicious firms target laid off US government workers

A network of companies with connections to a Chinese technology firm has been actively recruiting recently laid-off American government workers, according to research by a senior analyst at a Washington-based national security think tank. The recruitment campaign, which uses job

cold cases, Shooting

15 chilling cold cases reveal lingering mysteries

The pursuit of justice never truly ends, even when cases go cold. Across the country, investigators are revisiting unsolved homicides and disappearances that have haunted communities for years, sometimes decades. While forensic breakthroughs have recently resolved several high-profile mysteries, many

United Airlines

United flight diverts after pilot forgets crucial document

A United Airlines international flight bound for Shanghai was forced to make an unscheduled landing in San Francisco after a pilot discovered he had forgotten his passport, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded for hours before their journey could resume. The

Boosie Badazz, Nelson

Boosie faces legal hurdles over scholarship tribute

A memorial scholarship initiative has erupted into a legal dispute between rapper Boosie Badazz and Louisiana’s Attorney General Liz Murrill. The Baton Rouge native now faces potential legal action after announcing a scholarship honoring Caleb Wilson, a 20-year-old Southern University

Will Smith music

Will Smith unveils 3 new albums following personal growth

Three years after a controversial moment at the Academy Awards altered his career trajectory, Will Smith is channeling his experiences into a new creative chapter. The 56-year-old entertainer is preparing to release his first studio album in years, titled Based

c-section rates, maternal mortality

Black moms face 20% higher C-section risk at same hospitals

A comprehensive investigation released last week reveals that Black women are significantly more likely to undergo cesarean sections during childbirth than white women at the same hospitals, highlighting persistent racial inequities in America’s healthcare system. This troubling pattern, documented in

Kanye West, Bianca

Kanye West finds calm in Tokyo while family feud grows

Kanye West, 47, has once again found himself at the center of public scrutiny following a series of inflammatory social media posts. The rapper and fashion entrepreneur unleashed several pointed messages targeting his ex-wife Kim Kardashian regarding their parenting arrangement

MC Lyte, female rapper

The legacy of 25 female artists who changed rap music

From its earliest days, hip-hop has been fundamentally about storytelling, with artists repurposing existing sounds to create new forms of self-expression. While the genre is often perceived as male-dominated, female rappers have been integral to its development since the beginning.