Pras
Music: The Fugee, the Fugitive and the FBI How rapper Pras Michél got entangled in one of the century’s great financial scandals, mediated a high-stakes negotiation between global superpowers and was accused of major crimes. Bloomberg - Are you a robot?Bloomberg Literature: A New Era of Books Helps
Phillis Wheatley
Literature: A Fresh Look at a Pioneering Black Voice of Revolutionary America A new biography places the poet Phillis Wheatley in her own time — and in the middle of the current hot debate about the American Revolution and slavery. Music: SZA’s ‘SOS’ Dominates Streaming “SOS” has dominated the Billboard
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Culture: BET, Motherhood, and Using Your Voice With Debra Lee BET, Motherhood, and Using Your Voice With Debra LeeDebra also discusses her memoir, writing with the intention of empowering young Black women, and the early days of the first Black-controlled television companyThe RingerBakari Sellers Sneakers: Air Jordan 4 “Bred” Reimagined
Crypto: The Original King of Crypto Is Back Arthur Hayes rubbed success in the Feds’ face and got busted. Now he’s returning to a shell-shocked industry. https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/arthur-hayes-bitmex-crypto-interview.html Fashion: A Closer Look: Bodega x BEAMS x adidas “Easy Ivy” Collection Around since the early
Music: Omah Lay: Tiny Desk Concert Omah Lay brought a calm demeanor and a bright smile to his time at NPR headquarters. By the third song of his Tiny Desk concert, "soso," I realized that the Nigerian star was exercising lots of emotions through this set. The first
Nigeria: Nigerians are demanding accountability from INEC following the 2023 election Nigerians are demanding more accountability from INEC at the 2023 elections |The NATIVEA series of inefficiencies has led to popular mistrustThe NATIVEEmmanuel Esomnofu Music: Afro Nation Adds Wizkid, Davido, Popcaan & More to Star-Studded Line Up Afro Nation Adds
Jayson Tatum
Watch Jayson Tatum, of the Boston Celtics, discussing his game-winning shot against the Philadelphia 76ers. Tatum reflects on his thoughts leading up to the game's final play, saying that he was confident in his ability to make a shot and that he told his teammates he was ready
Drake
Video of the day: Drake and 21 Savage's "Spin Bout U" NYC's Extra Butter and Russ & Daughters Join Forces on 50th-Anniversary PUMA Clyde NYC’s Extra Butter and Russ & Daughters Join Forces on 50th-Anniversary PUMA ClydeTwo quintessential Lower East Side outposts celebrate
‘Magic’ on the Slopes: In Vail, 2,000 Black Skiers Celebrate a Milestone The National Brotherhood of Skiers recently observed 50 years of camaraderie on the slopes with parties, parades, s’mores and, of course, skiing and snowboarding.
DQM
Dave's Quality Meats (DQM) was a skate and streetwear boutique in New York City. DQM was founded in 2003 by professional skateboarder Chris Keeffe and quickly became known for its high-quality skate gear and streetwear selection. While DQM was primarily known for its skate gear and apparel, it
NFL
According to a report from ProFootballTalk, DeMaurice Smith, a prominent Black lawyer and the executive director of the NFL Players Association, is under consideration to become the next Secretary of Labor. The position was previously held by Marty Walsh, who resigned to become the mayor of Boston. For football fans,
Don Toliver
Houston rapper, singer, and songwriter Don Toliver has recently released his latest album, "Lovesick," featuring a variety of samples from different musical genres. The album features a mix of 80s pop, 90s R&B, and 2000s hip-hop, creating a unique and refreshing sound that sets Don Toliver