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The classic HBO show ran for five seasons and included several classic moments, quotables, needle drops and more.Longtime “Insecure” fans are preparing to celebrate with the series’ creator, Issa Rae.On …
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Sussex mental health unit The Hellingly Centre has been painted by the artist Tim A. Shaw, a co-founder of the Hospital Rooms initiative Photo: Damian Griffiths; courtesy Hospital RoomsGlobal interest …
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Ben Crump tells theGrio that Nolan Wells’ civil case is part of a broader effort to ensure Black lives receive equal justice under the law.As Nolan Xavier Wells’ loved ones …
The media mogul is seeking sanctions against Mario Rodriguez and pushing back against questions about his sexuality.Tyler Perry is escalating his defense in the sexual assault lawsuit brought against him, …
From Tamara Tunie& Karla Mosley to Sherri Shepherd, Tamron Hall, and more, Black talent dominate the 2026 Daytime Emmy nominations.The nominations for the 2026 Daytime Emmy Awards have been released, …
Three nights, online streaming parties and more made it all the more real: when Jay-Z moves, people pay attention, both young and old.New York City was already having an epic …
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Whoopi Goldberg says questioning someone’s success based on their parents’ careers isn’t all that different from questioning a DEI hire.Whoopi Goldberg has heard enough about “nepo babies,” and this week, …
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York Photo: David Heald © Solomon R. Guggenheim FoundationThe bacteria that causes Legionnaires’ disease has been found inside the cooling tower of Manhattan’s Solomon R. …
For Black Americans, the passing of the longtime U.S. senator has elicited strong opinions about his legacy and the harm it caused their communities.While U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham’s sudden death …
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Tracestin Shepherd shared new details about July 4 while authorities continue investigating the circumstances surrounding Wells’ death.A friend who was with Nolan Wells before the 18-year-old was reported missing is …
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Cyclospora, a parasite that causes severe diarrhea, has been spreading throughout the U.S., with over 1,000 cases reported in Michigan. At this point, I have no idea what Health and Human …
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Night two of Jay-Z’s Yankee Stadium residency included guest appearances from Slick Rick, Pharrell Williams and Eminem.Jay-Z is making quite the case for being the king of New York as …
Total sales for Sotheby’s first half of 2026 stand at $2.8bn, up 71% from $1.6bn in 2025, according to ArtTacticCourtesy of Sotheby’sGlobal auction sales at Christie’s, Sotheby’s and Phillips were …
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From overnight adventures to STEM programs, these Black-owned and Black-led camps offer children opportunities to learn new skills, build confidence and celebrate culture throughout the summer.Summer camp has long been …
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July 12, 2026Orion Medical Network is committed to empowering care through exceptional staffingOriginally published on BlackNews.comDr. Maxine Bennett-Marsh, a clinician, CEO, community advocate, and visionary leader, is also now the …