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Beyonce Discusses Impact With Country Album Helping Other Black Artists

Beyonce shocked the world in a way that not even her fans anticipated when she dropped a full country album earlier this year, “Cowboy Carter.” Although country radio tried to block her entry into the genre, the backlash from fans and the strength of the music forced their hand and catapulted “Queen Bey” to become… Continue reading Beyonce Discusses Impact With Country Album Helping Other Black Artists

Snoop Dogg Runs 200 Meter Race At U.S. Olympic Team Track And Field Trials

Earlier this year, NBC Sports announced that Snoop Dogg will join its Olympics coverage this summer in Paris. But, before he starts his duties in July, the “Gin & Juice” lyricist took to the field over the weekend at the U.S. Olympic Team track and field trials in Eugen, Oregon, and took it upon himself… Continue reading Snoop Dogg Runs 200 Meter Race At U.S. Olympic Team Track And Field Trials

Roy Jones Jr. Announces 32-Year-Old Son Took His Own Life

Boxer Roy Jones Jr. announced the tragic news that his 32-year-old son has died. He informed his social media followers that Deandre took his own life on June 22. Jones took to Instagram with the sad news on June 24. “Unfortunately, my son DeAndre took his life on Saturday. I’m so thankful that God allowed… Continue reading Roy Jones Jr. Announces 32-Year-Old Son Took His Own Life

50 Cent Announced As Headliner For This Year’s Invest Fest

Several months ago, the organizers of Invest Fest announced that it was heading back to Atlanta to return to the Georgia World Congress Center August 23-25 for this year’s financial conference. In a social media post, it was confirmed that 50 Cent is headlining the event. “The Biggest Just Got Bigger! @50cent will be headlining… Continue reading 50 Cent Announced As Headliner For This Year’s Invest Fest

Devin Haney Plans To Sue Ryan Garcia After Boxer’s Suspension For Drugs

Although the fight is over, the saga continues between boxing opponents Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia. The latest news is that Haney is pursuing legal action against his last opponent. According to SB Nation, after news that Garcia accepted a one-year suspension after two positive drug tests revealed he had tested positive for a performance-enhancing… Continue reading Devin Haney Plans To Sue Ryan Garcia After Boxer’s Suspension For Drugs

Mike Tyson Partners with LF*GO! to Launch Energy Pouches

LF*GO!™ Steps Into the Ring: New Energy Solution Launched with Support from Mike Tyson LOS ANGELES, June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In a significant advancement in the energy category, LF*GO! Inc. is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking dietary supplement line of LF*GO!™ energy pouches. This product launch is accompanied by a strategic partnership… Continue reading Mike Tyson Partners with LF*GO! to Launch Energy Pouches

CHEETOS x SPRAYGROUND Reveal Limited-Edition Backpack

Sprayground has announced an exciting collaboration with CHEETOS®. Together, they have unveiled a limited-edition backpack that combines the playful spirit of CHEETOS® with Sprayground’s signature boldness, a must-have for anyone looking to add some serious spice to their style. The star of this explosive collaboration is none other than Chester Cheetah, plastered on a sleek… Continue reading CHEETOS x SPRAYGROUND Reveal Limited-Edition Backpack

Tennessee State Reveals Official Hockey Jersey

Last year, Tennessee State University became the first historically Black college or university (HBCU) to welcome men’s ice hockey at the collegiate level. Now, the coach of the newly formed team has revealed the player’s official home jerseys on June 21. According to NHL.com, the royal blue jersey made its debut at the 67th annual… Continue reading Tennessee State Reveals Official Hockey Jersey

DivaGurl – S.O.B.

    “S.O.B.” (Stand on Business) was produced by Kenneth “KP” Paige and written by Kenneth Dickerson Taylor, Jr., Lauren Palmer, Nathalia Marshall, Marcus Lomax and Corey Cooper. “I heard a few songs from the DivaGurl album and I fell in love. I was so impressed that I asked them to open for me on… Continue reading DivaGurl – S.O.B.

Will.i.am Showcases A.I.-Generated Host At Cannes Festival

With artificial intelligence showing up in film, social media, and music, The Black Eyed Peas’ Will.i.am has introduced an A.I.-generated Black woman host named Felicia from his SiriusXM show. According to AfroTech, the music producer spoke about using the technology to create a host while talking to a journalist at Journal House during The Cannes… Continue reading Will.i.am Showcases A.I.-Generated Host At Cannes Festival

Sha’Carri Richardson Qualifies For Paris Olympics After Winning 100-Meter Race

Sha’Carri Richardson has won her latest race and now qualifies for the upcoming Paris Olympics. According to USA Today, Richardson won her latest race by clocking the fastest time this year for the women’s 100 meters with a time of 10.71 seconds. Sha’Carri Richardson runs the fastest 100m in the world this year to qualify… Continue reading Sha’Carri Richardson Qualifies For Paris Olympics After Winning 100-Meter Race

Lonnie Phelps Released By Cleveland Browns After Being Arrested For DUI

After being arrested for driving under the influence in Florida, defensive end Lonnie Phelps is without a team as the Cleveland Browns released him. According to NFL.com, the NFL team announced that they waived Phelps but made no mention of his arrest in their press release. We’ve waived DE Lonnie Phelps 📰 » https://t.co/ydEYkQM3y7 pic.twitter.com/1OlM22tpg5… Continue reading Lonnie Phelps Released By Cleveland Browns After Being Arrested For DUI

Reggie Jackson Discusses Racist Treatment Received During Playing Days In Alabama

Major League Baseball celebrated Juneteenth by having a game on June 19 at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama. During an interview with former baseball player, Alex Rodriguez on the Fox Network, Yankee great Reggie Jackson was asked about his playing days at the ballpark and he gave an emotional recollection about dealing with racism during… Continue reading Reggie Jackson Discusses Racist Treatment Received During Playing Days In Alabama

Inaugural Detroit IMPACT Arts Conference Announces Dominique Morisseau As Keynote Speaker

DETROIT NATIVE AND TONY AWARD NOMINEE, DOMINIQUE MORISSEAU  ANNOUNCED AS KEYNOTE SPEAKER  FOR INAUGURAL DETROIT IMPACT ARTS CONFERENCE THE 3 DAY CONFERENCE PRECEDES THE 4TH ANNUAL OBSIDIAN THEATRE FESTIVAL, JUNE 24-26 Free Registration is available for the in person conference Visit ghostlight.art/impact for the full panelist and workshop line-up     Detroit, MI – June 20,… Continue reading Inaugural Detroit IMPACT Arts Conference Announces Dominique Morisseau As Keynote Speaker

Keefe D Secures $750,000 Bond, Hearing Set For June 20

In January, a Las Vegas judge set a bail amount of $750,000 for Duane “Keefe D” Davis, a former Los Angeles-area gang leader accused of killing hip-hop music legend Tupac Shakur in 1996. The attorney for Keefe D has filed paperwork asking the judge for permission to post a $750,000 bond to free his client so he can be… Continue reading Keefe D Secures $750,000 Bond, Hearing Set For June 20

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