Hip-Hop Community Pushes Supreme Court To End Practice Of Using Rap Lyrics To Justify Death Penalty Warrants

March 10, 2026The “Michael” artist argued the jury may have been encouraged by prosecutors to confuse creative expression with real life. A coalition of hip-hop artists and advocates is calling …

N-Word Advocate Quentin Tarantino Jabs Back At Rosanna Arquette

Copyright © 2026 Interactive One, LLC. All Rights Reserved.Quentin Tarantino fired back at Rosanna Arquette, who questioned the director and his “hall pass” in using the n-word slur in films.Quentin …

Show me the money: UK gallery and auction house accounts reveal reality of a tough market

Dark times? Subdued sales are blamed for lower turnovers and profits at blue-chip galleries in 2024 compared with 2023Photo: MaxgorThe closure of Stephen Friedman gallery last month underscores that for …

Stephen A. Smith calls out Kamala Harris for ‘I told you so’ remarks

On his podcast “Straight Shooter with Stephen A.,” Smith said Harris’s remarks had him on “the verge” of “blowing a gasket.”Stephen A. Smith called out Kamala Harris following the former …

Artist Redraws Wunmi Mosaku, Says The New Yorker Illustration Failed To Capture Her Essence

March 10, 2026The New Yorker is facing backlash over its illustration of “Sinners” star Wunmi Mosaku.The New Yorker is facing backlash over an illustration it published of Sinners star Wunmi …

Indoor Football League player Jordan Jones killed after breaking up a bar fight in Georgia

Indoor pro footballer Jordan Jones is being remembered as a “big brother” and “gentle giant” who died defending a woman.The Indoor Football world is reeling after it lost one of …

White Sports Journalist Michelle Beadle Slams Luke Kornet For Hatin’ On Atlanta Hawks x Magic City Game

The NBA has multiple storylines in the news cycle now that the season is in its home stretch, and teams are jockeying for playoff position and superlative awards. However, for …

Obituary | Umberto Allemandi, visionary publisher who founded ‘Il Giornale dell’Arte’, has died aged 88

Umberto Allemandi © Anna Somers CocksUmberto Allemandi’s passion for the printed word began early. During the Second World War his family was evacuated to Asti where, by the age of …

New Yorker Wunmi Mosaku Illustration Reads Like Visual Version Of N-Word

At the BAFTAs, the N-word was shouted out loud in a crowded auditorium. In the New Yorker, it arrives in illustration.When readers opened the latest edition of the New Yorker …

It’s Women’s History Month And These Black Women Are Definitely Owning The Moment 

March 9, 2026The narratives around incredible Black women are truly inspiringNationally and globally, the narratives around incredible Black women are truly inspiring, especially during Women’s History Month. The measurable impact …

‘Ain’t nobody dressing up to go and see ‘Wonka’’: Black ballet and opera performers call out Timothée Chalamet

Doja Cat joins Black ballet and opera performers in calling Timothée Chalamet out for disparaging classic art.After Timothée Chalamet’s comments about no one caring about the opera or ballet exploded …

WHM: SZA Shines For Vans In Spring 2026 “Off the Wall” Campaign

Timed perfectly for Women’s History Month, SZA steps into her role as VANS Artistic Director by modeling the “Off The Wall” spring campaign. Last summer, R&B’s reigning hitmaker SZA announced …

NBA steps in and cancels Atlanta Hawks ‘Magic City Monday’ night

The themed night, an ode to the popular Atlanta gentleman’s club, was set to feature a collaborative Peachtree hoodie, a live performance from T.I., specialty wings and a podcast recording. …

Calling All ‘Beyhive’ Members, The Beyoncé Fandom Is Now An Official Word In Dictionary.com

March 9, 2026The Beyhive was among other fanbases in Dictionary.com’s latest word drop. The Beyhive, the official fandom for Beyoncé, is now an official phrase in one popular word source.Dictionary.com …

T-Boz recalls the day TLC stormed their record label demanding to get paid

In a new episode of “Uncensored,” the TLC singer reflects on confronting executives, smashing records, and refusing to stay quiet while the group struggled financially at the height of its …