The latest U.S. labor market report has revealed a worrying trend: while national unemployment remains low, Black workers continue to face disproportionately higher joblessness. In July 2025, the Black unemployment rate stood at 7.2%, more than double the rate for white workers and well above the overall national average of 4.3%. A Fragile Job Market […]
Rihanna is bringing her influence to women’s basketball through a new partnership between her Fenty Beauty brand and the WNBA’s New York Liberty.is bringing her influence to women’s basketball through a new partnership between her Fenty Beauty brand and the WNBA’s New York Liberty. The deal makes Fenty Beauty an official partner of the reigning […]
The California African American Museum (CAAM) is set to host a lively finale for Black Business Month, bringing together a citywide scavenger hunt and a free pop-up market celebrating local Black-owned businesses. Organised by Prosperity Market founders Kara Still and Carmen Dianne, the month-long event has featured an interactive treasure map highlighting more than 120 […]
Warner Bros. has acquired the rights to a new film exploring the pivotal moments that led Kobe Bryant to the Los Angeles Lakers — a move the studio will hope continues its recent run of box office success. The project, titled With The 8th Pick, is the work of screenwriters Alex Sohn and Gavin Johannsen […]
Japan is stepping up its efforts to become more involved in Africa’s development, with a new plan to invest $1.5 billion over the next three years. The focus of this investment is on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting sustainable growth across the continent. The funds will be raised by the Japan International Cooperation Agency […]
