NCAA May Allow Student-Athletes, Staff Members To Legally Bet On Pro Sports
The Division I Administrative Committee (NCAA) has voted to remove a restriction on students-athletes betting on pro sports
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Broward County’s African American Research Library and Cultural Center Announces Annual Lecture Honoring Dr. Niara Sudarkasa
The second annual memorial lecture will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 4:00 PM at AARLCC honoring Dr. Niara Sudarkasa (1938–2019)—renowned cultural anthropologist, Africanist, university president, and Fort Lauderdale native.
USHER Will Be the Legend of Live Honoree at 2025 Billboard Live Music Summit Taking Place November 3, 2025
USHER will take center stage as this year’s Legend of Live honoree at Billboard’s Live Music Summit Presented by VENU, taking place Monday, November 3, 2025, at 1 Hotel West Hollywood
SiriusXM Launches Monthly Show ‘The Good Son’ Hosted by Zeddy Will
“The Good Son” show is a one-of-a-kind mix of music, culture and comedy, bringing listeners into Zeddy’s world with a focus on spontaneity and authenticity
ANTA & Kyrie Irving Release Hélà Style ‘Roots: Yin & Yang’
ANTA and Kyrie Irving dropped the Hélà Style “Roots: Yin & Yang” pack — Yin (Black) and Yang (White)
The USTA Foundation Announces New Initiative With Venus, Serena Williams
The USTA Foundation has announced that Venus and Serena Williams are partnering with them to launch the Williams Family Excellence Program
Lenny Kravitz Will Star in NBC Sports’ Sunday Night Basketball February 1
“I have been a fan of basketball and the NBA since I was a kid,” said Lenny Kravitz. “I am happy to be invited to take part with NBC Sports and the NBA, and I celebrate their support of sports, music, and culture. I am looking forward to this special moment.”
BioAthletic Launches Kombucha-Powered NSF Certified Probiotic Hydration Powder
BioAthletic features a proprietary probiotic blend, Vitamin D, B-12, and balanced electrolytes in a low-sugar, non-GMO formula
Power Book IV: Force | Official Teaser | Season 3
STARZ released the trailer and key art for the third and final season of “Power Book IV: Force”
Black Menswear’s Southern Classic Returns to Dallas October 18
Now in its seventh year, the Black Menswear’s Southern Classic has become a fixture in Dallas
Charlamagne Tha God, iHeartMedia Celebrate The Black Effect Podcast Network 5-Year Anniversary
The celebration marks half a decade of The Black Effect Podcast Network elevating and amplifying Black voices through thought-provoking and culturally resonant storytelling.
Nike Introduces New Yardrunners 6.0 Collection
For its sixth year, Nike Yardrunners spotlights four distinguished HBCUs – Florida A&M University, Spelman College, Morehouse College, and Norfolk State University – through Air Max 95 silhouettes inspired by each school’s heritage, colors, and community
Twin Pine Productions Presents ‘Where The Children Go To Play’ Trailer
The critically acclaimed short film Where The Children Go To Play is the latest powerful work from Twin Pine Productions
Nia Long Named Brand Ambassador for Estée Lauder
Nia will appear in campaigns across digital, TV, and print for the Estée Lauder brand’s skincare and makeup franchises
Taraji P. Henson’s Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) Announces 5th Annual Can We Talk? Arts & Wellness Summit
The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation Preents 5th Annual Can We Talk? (CWT) Multicultural Arts & Wellness Summit, taking place October 10–12, 2025 at National Harbor