Category : Lifestyle

Texas College Student Reaches GoFundMe Goal to Adopt Baby He Found in Trash Can

The Texas State University student who launched a GoFundMe to adopt the child he found abandoned inside a trash can as a baby has reached his goal. Jimmy Amisial posted an update to his GoFundMe campaign last Wednesday, informing his supporters that...

Black and Queer-Owned DC Bookstore Owner Surprised with $20,000 Check From Good Morning America

In honor of Black Business Month, Good Morning America paid a visit to Washington DC’s Loyalty Bookstore, a Black and Queer-owned bookstore in our nation’s capital specializing in diverse storytellers. As part of GMA’s “Black...

How Worried Should You Be About New Reports on Polio?

Poliovirus detected in New York City wastewater last week put public health officials on high alert, as it indicates the potentially paralyzing virus is circulating widely in the area. But infectious disease experts say there’s no need for fam...

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Woman Claims Attorney Offered Her $200K to Lie on Trey Songz To Make Him ‘The Next R. Kelly’

A woman is coming forward with claims against a lawyer allegedly working to turn Trey Songz into the next R. Kelly. Transcript from a recent court hearing in Songz’s sexual assault lawsuit surfaced and seemingly painted the singer as the victim of an...

‘We Tried to Save As Many Lives As We Could’: Black Teens Help Blind and Deaf Man, Other Residents Escape Fire

Three Black teenagers who sprung into action to save occupants of a burning building are being called heroes, but one of the rescuers said helping others in danger is a normal reaction. The young men hope their actions inspire others to help thos...

6 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Consume Too Much Salt

What does salt do to your body? It should be no surprise to you that too much salt in your diet is a bad thing, however, you may not know exactly why. If you aren’t aware of salt’s impact on your body, you aren’t alone. In fact, ma...

HBCUs Experience Significant Increase In Applications and Enrollments Following BLM Movement

Several HBCUs are experiencing a significant increase in the number of Black students applying and enrolling, reversing years of declining numbers. “The percentage of Black students enrolled at HBCUs fell from 18% in 1976 to 8% in 2014 and then...

Braymar Wines is the New Black-Owned Wine to Add to the Rotation

More and more Black women are venturing into the wine industry. This summer, Marlo Richardson joined the less than one percent of black-owned wineries when she launched her California-based winery, Braymar Wines in July. The California mother of two...

We Know a Diss When We See One: Justin Sylvester Clarifies Brushing Off ‘Today’ Host Jenna Bush Hager

Frequent Today show contributor Justin Sylvester clarifies the recent show clip that turned him into a viral sensation. Sylvester sparked debate online after he was caught pushing Jenna Bush Hager away during a segment last Wednesday. Bush Hager appe...

Health Conditions a Dentist Might Find That Have Nothing to Do With Your Teeth

A visit to the dentist office could provide a glimpse into your heart and brain health. More than an estimated 100 diseases can show symptoms in the mouth. For instance, periodontal disease, which results from infections and inflammation of the gums...

A Black Couple Created ShearShare, a Moblie App Helping Barbers and Beauty Stylists Find Affordable Spaces Without Long-Term Fees

Dr. Tye and his wife, Courtney Caldwell, had excess capacity in their barbershop but didn’t know how to fill it, so they created ShearShare. ShearShare is a mobile app providing licensed barbers and beauticians with rent-flexible, affordable spaces t...

Salesforce’s Black Business Block Party is Heading to Atlanta

Salesforce and BLACK ENTERPRISE magazine are partnering once again to put on a Block Party in recognition of National Black Business Month. Now in its second year, the event will see an exciting program of panel discussions with celebrated guests bro...

Kenan Thompson Receives Star on Prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame

Saturday Night Live’s Kenan Thompson has had a very good year thus far — outside of divorcing his wife — and now his name has been added to the hallowed walkway in Hollywood. The Hollywood Walk of Fame has honored the Kenan & Kel alum with a star...

Parents Of Stephon Clark Awarded $1.7 Million Settlement By City Of Sacramento

The parents of Stephon Clark, 22, the unarmed Black man gunned down by two Sacramento Police Department officers, were awarded $1.7 million by the city of Sacramento on Friday, officials said in a statement, the Sacramento City Express reports. “The...