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Africa and the Caribbean set to battle it out at AC Fest in Piedmont Park

On Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, the Atlanta African Caribbean Music, Food & Art Festival, also known as AC Fest; is set to blend Afrobeats, soukous, amapiano, as well as reggae, soca and dancehall in Piedmont Park. The event is presented by the Atlanta J...

Blueface’s mother wants Megan Thee Stallion to have his next child

Despite being embroiled in a multitude of drama with the arrival of Blueface’s third child with Chrisean Rock, Blue’s mother nevertheless wants him to have another child with a particular Houston Hottie. Karlissa Saffold didn’t indi...

U.S. House Passes 45-Day Funding Bill To Temporarily Avoid Government Shutdown

Photos: YouTube Screenshots WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) issued the following statement regarding his vote in favor of a short–term government funding bill to keep the federal government open for 45 days. This legislation will...

Why It Took 27 Years For An Arrest In Tupac Shakur’s Las Vegas Murder

Photos: YouTube Screenshots Nearly three decades ago, Tupac Shakur was riding in a BMW driven by Death Row Records boss Marion “Suge” Knight. They passed the MGM Grand Hotel and Caesars Palace on their way to a new Las Vegas nightclub. A white Cadi...

Ossie Davis’ ‘Purlie Victorious’ Now Playing At The Music Box Theatre In NYC

Photos: Marcus Middleton (New York, NY) – The first Broadway revival of the American comedy Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by legendary Ossie Davis starring Leslie Odom, Jr. officially opened on Wednesday, Septemb...

GloRilla claps back at critic for declaring her career over

In a recent post that has since been deleted, GloRilla clapped back at a critic on Twitter for stating that her rap career was over. The Twitter user stated, “GloRilla, we will remember your run from May 2022 through September 2022, but it̵...

Congressman Mfume: We Face Government Shutdown Because Of Republican Recklessness And Infighting

Photos:YouTube Screenshots WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) issued the following statement Friday regarding the likely federal government shutdown on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at 12:01 a.m. E.T. “We are days away from a federal go...

Explore African American heritage at 5 Amtrak destinations this fall

As the crisp autumn air rolls in and the leaves transform into vibrant red, orange, and gold hues, it’s the perfect time to plan a fall getaway. One of the best ways to explore the beauty of the season is by taking a scenic train ride, and Amtr...

Tupac’s sister and Jada Pinkett Smith respond to news of Keffe D’s arrest

Tupac’s sister, Sekyiwa Shakur, who is the president of The Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation, responded to the news of Duane “Keffe D” Davis’ arrest on Sept. 29. Davis is an ex-gangster who was believed to have some connection to...

3 reasons your electric company supports the sustainability movement

In an era where environmental consciousness is on the rise, it’s no surprise that many industries are embracing sustainability initiatives. One such industry is the electric sector, which plays a pivotal role in powering our modern lives. Elect...

Both of Finesse2tymes’ girlfriends are allegedly pregnant at the same time

After breaking up with one of his three girlfriends, the remaining two partners of rapper Finesse2tymes are now pregnant, HipHopDX reported. Women Nia Love and FNG Shugga are currently expecting. “She was [talking too much], got eliminated,R...

Cynthia Smith breaks down skin needs for women of color

Cynthia Smith is the founder and CEO of Bhavaian GLO Skincare, which recently unveiled new products to help redefine beauty. Smith celebrated this launch on Aug. 26 in Houston with an empowering celebration dinner. Bhavaian GLO Skincare is a cruelty-...

Costume designer for Showtime’s ‘The Chi’ breaks down creative process

Mercedes Cook is a renowned costume designer originally from Philadelphia. Her extensive work includes projects in New York, Chicago, and Atlanta, with design credits spanning Universal’s American Made, Netflix’s “Ozark” Seaso...

Costume designer for Showtime’s ‘The Chi’ details creative process

Trump co-defendant in Georgia racketeering case pleads guilty

Originally facing 19 indictments, Fulton County now has 18 remaining defendants in the racketeering case against Donald Trump and his supporters, who are accused of attempting to interfere with the 2020 election results. Scott Hall, 59, has entered a...