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Iran’s Drones Hit US Base in Iraq; Explosions Reported in Doha

According to reports, a wave of military tension swept across the Middle East on Wednesday, as Iran’s drones aimed at a United States military installation in Iraq was intercepted. Reports of...

Three Black Candidates Run for Georgia Secretary of State

Three Black candidates have entered the race for the position of Georgia Secretary of State. This historic contest could change the state’s political scene and possibly break a barrier that has...

Fisk University Team Wins $40K in Experian Finance Challenge

In a remarkable display of creativity and financial insight, the student team from Fisk University won the top prize at the 2026 #IYKYK Pitch Competition. They earned a $40,000 scholarship for their...

Charlie Kirk’s Banner at U.S. Education Department Sparks Debate

A large banner featuring the late conservative commentator Charlie Kirk now hangs prominently from the façade of the U.S. Department of Education headquarters in Washington, D.C. This has ignited a...

Black Texas Voters Face High Stakes in Primary Elections

As voters across Texas cast their ballots in high-stakes primaries on March 3, 2026, Black Texans are facing more than just candidate choices. They are dealing with tough questions about...

Hunter College Allyson Friedman Criticized Over Racist Remark

Allyson Friedman is an associate professor at Hunter College. She has faced significant backlash after a racist remark she made was caught on a live microphone during a Community Education Council...

T.I. Unleashes ‘War’ on 50 Cent in Explosive Hip-Hop Feud

In what might become one of the most discussed rap disputes of 2026, Atlanta veteran T.I. has intensified his long-running conflict with Queens hip-hop star 50 Cent. He released a diss track called...

Pat McGrath Labs Files Bankruptcy, Secures $30M Funding

Pat McGrath Labs is a black-owned beauty brand founded by renowned makeup artist Dame Pat McGrath. It filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on January 22, 2026. However, secured a $30 million grant on...

Owens Calls Cap on TPUSA’s 20M Viewers Halftime Show Claim

Conservative commentator Candace Owens has challenged Turning Point USA’s (TPUSA) claim that its All-American Halftime Show attracted over 20 million viewers. This disagreement has sparked a heated...