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6 Must-Know Black-Owned Restaurants That Opened in 2026

Across the United States in 2026, a new wave of Black-owned restaurants is changing how cities experience culture through food. From Afro-Caribbean fine dining on the Las Vegas Strip to cozy bistros...

23-Year-Old Daniel Cressy Becomes First in Louisiana Functionally Cured of Sickle Cell Disease

23-year-old Daniel Cressy has become the first patient in Louisiana to be functionally cured of sickle cell disease after gene therapy at Manning Family Children’s Hospital in New Orleans. Cressy has...

Motown Records Unveils ‘New Legends’ Internship Program for HBCU Students

Motown Records has launched a new talent development initiative called the New Legends Internship Program. This program aims to expand access and opportunities for students attending Historically...

5 Black Designers Redefining Fashion Beyond the Runway

Fashion in 2026 is no longer limited to catwalks in Paris or New York. For a new generation of Black American designers, the runway is just the beginning. Their influence now reaches into activism...

SIUE Hosts Juneteenth Celebration With Food, Performances, and Cultural Activities

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) hosts a Juneteenth celebration to bring together the campus and the surrounding community. This vibrant event combines education, culture, and shared...

Floyd Mayweather Hit With Felony Charges Over Alleged $200,000 Bad Check for Luxury Watch

Floyd Mayweather is now facing serious legal challenges after being charged with felonies in Nevada. These charges relate to a $200,000 luxury watch purchase in Las Vegas. The case has gained...

David Oyelowo Apologizes After Backlash Over Southern Black Dialect Comments

British-Nigerian actor David Oyelowo has publicly apologized after facing significant backlash for comments he made about Southern Black dialects. Many viewed his remarks as dismissive of the rich...

Why Jordyn Woods Said ‘Two Rings in One Year’ After Karl-Anthony Towns’ NBA Triumph

New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns capped a remarkable season by leading his team to its first NBA championship in 53 years. The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 4-1 in the Finals. This...

Black Art In America Founder Najee Dorsey Chosen for Historic America 250 Mural

In a strong blend of art, history, and national remembrance, visual artist and cultural leader Najee Dorsey has been chosen to create a monumental mural for the America 250 celebration. He founded...