A former Staten Island teacher, who amassed a 20,000-piece collection of artifacts reflecting the African American experience, will place the lot up for auction. The 90-year-old Black woman — asking the question, “What is the value of the story of a people?” — will start the bid at one million dollars. According to CBS, the…
A Moscow court has extended Griner’s jail stay until May WNBA star Brittney Griner is said to be “in good condition” while detained in Russia on drug charges. The update comes from an official with the US Embassy in Moscow who was granted consular access to the Phoenix Mercury star on Tuesday, US State Department…
She is expected to start her new high-profile position within the next few days, focusing on national news outlets The national COVID-19 response spokesperson at the Department of Health and Human Services has been tapped to serve as the new press secretary for Vice President Kamala Harris. Kirsten Allen previously worked as Harris’ deputy national…
“Be proud of your crown.” That’s the message offered by actress Jada Pinkett Smith when it comes to women and their hair. She disclosed during her storytime session on March 22 the biggest regret she had while working in Hollywood. Jada Pinkett Smith explains in a storytime video her hair regrets when it comes to various promo covers….
Jada Davis, 23, will be able to compete in the state contest in June For the first time in the pageant’s history, a Black woman has been named Miss Milwaukee. 23-year-old Jada Davis won the title on Saturday and now advances to compete to be Miss Wisconsin. A graduate of UW-Green Bay, Davis is currently…
“You have earned this spot. You are worthy. You are a great American,” said Sen. Cory Booker to the Supreme Court nominee. Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson was moved to tears during a stirring speech delivered by Senator Cory Booker on Day 3 of Jackson’s Supreme Court confirmation hearing. During his 20-minute allotted time to question…
The former British colony would become only the second Caribbean island to sever relations with Queen Elizabeth II in recent years, with Barbados doing so in November. SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness told Prince William and Kate on Wednesday that the British commonwealth intends to become independent in an…
The NCAA Tournament aka March Madness is the best championship tournament in all of sports. Where else can a No. 15 seed like Saint Peter’s have the opportunity to knockoff a blue blood like Kentucky? (Art: David Grubb) With all the upsets, heartbreaks and last second heroics, there is nothing quite like March Madness. Making the…
Fans of Steve Harvey are going crazy over his latest fashion drip. The comedian previously credited his success and fashion style to his wife, Majorie Harvey, who served as his personal style and brand consultant. According to Instagram, the “Family Feud” host is living his best life in Dubai. He stepped out looking sharp in…
The singer will play the adult version of Nettie in the movie musical joining Fantasia, H.E.R. and Halle Bailey Ciara is joining the cast of The Color Purple movie musical. The Grammy-winning singer will be portraying the adult version of Nettie, whose younger version will be played by singer Halle Bailey, according to Entertainment Weekly….
