The first encounters between European settlers and Native Americans are captured on a wood engraving in this 1888 image. DigitalVision Vectors For the third year, the United States will officially observe Columbus Day alongside Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 9, 2023. In 2021, the Biden administration declared the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples…
In response to rapper Sexyy Red’s support to re-elect former president Donald Trump, political and culture commentator Angela Rye posted a video to expound on some of the claims the rapper made about Trump’s efforts to help the Black community that earned her endorsement. In a sit-down with Theo Von on the “This Past Weekend”…
Source: Getty Images / Getty As a lifelong Hip-Hop head, I must say it’s been disappointing to watch some of the rappers I grew up listening to—artists who stood against everything American conservatism seeks to uphold—willfully align themselves with ideologues of white nationalism who will, in turn, exploit their, at best, superficial support in order…
Fans are insisting that Erica Campbell’s daughter, Zaya Campbell, receive what they consider to be a well-deserved check from Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, after the youngster’s rendition of their jingle became a now-viral TikTok sound. Nearly six years ago, the “Mary Mary” vocalist and Zaya went viral for capturing their revival of the catchy phrase…
The United States Department of Justice has requested the 2022 beating of Dalvin Gadson by Colorado cops to be looked into as a criminal investigation, his attorney announced on Monday. It comes one year after several officers from the Colorado Springs Police Department pulled over Gadson, a Black veteran who was living in his car at…
Toni Braxton celebrated her 56th run around the sun on Oct. 7 with a steamy photo shoot that has some fans singing her praises, while others are concerned. A day later on Sunday, Oct. 8, the legendary vocalist showcased her ageless beauty in a photo of herself rocking her signature short haircut. Trending Today: ‘She…
Source: The Washington Post / Getty At least two people were shot on the campus of a historically Black college in Maryland just days after gunfire left at least five people hurt on the campus of a different HBCU in the state during a time when both institutions were supposed to be enjoying their annual…
Viral TikToker Keith Lee is defending his wife, Ronni Lee, after her heartfelt birthday gift to him sparked a flurry of mixed responses. The former MMA fighter celebrated his 27th birthday on Oct. 4. He shared a portion of the day’s events, including the moment Ronni blindfolded him and surprised him with a trip to…
Unless you’re under a rock right now, you know that a deadly war has erupted in the Middle East this weekend. Palestinian militants launched a surprise attack on Israel on Saturday, marking one of the most violent battles in recent years. It brought the longstanding and persistent issue of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict to the forefront,…
Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith were once thought to be the pinnacle of Black love and success in Hollywood. However, the facade of a perfect marriage came crumbling down one tale at a time when the actress and her family began to unveil their truths on “Red Table Talk.” She hosted the show for…
