Over the weekend, several more former Yeezy employees filed a lawsuit against Yeezy creator, Ye, and the clothing line’s chief of staff Milo Yiannopoulos. According to NBC News, the artist formerly known as Kanye West is being sued by eight former workers who accuse the duo of allowing “extreme racism and bullying,” and long hours… Continue reading Former Yeezy Employees File Lawsuit Against Ye And Milo Yiannopoulos Alleging Racism
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Jazz Musician Max Roach Gets Brooklyn Street Renamed In His Honor
A Brooklyn neighborhood has given a high honor to a jazz musician when it renamed a corner after him. If you are ever in Bedford-Stuvyesant (Bed-Stuy), you will now see a street named, “Max Roach Way.” According to Brooklyn Magazine, the iconic musician, composer, and Civil Rights activist’s name appears at the corner of Greene… Continue reading Jazz Musician Max Roach Gets Brooklyn Street Renamed In His Honor
Quincy Wilson Selected For Relay Team, Becomes Youngest Male USA Track Olympian
The upcoming Olympics will feature exciting athletes, particularly in track and field with 16-year-old Quincy Wilson becoming the youngest ever US male track Olympian competing, and although Sha’Carri Richardson came in fourth place in the 200m over the weekend, she is still expected to bring home a medal when the games start later this month.… Continue reading Quincy Wilson Selected For Relay Team, Becomes Youngest Male USA Track Olympian
Serena Williams Docuseries To Air on ESPN+ On July 10
Last year, Williams announced that production had started on a new ESPN series, “In the Arena: Serena Williams.” Now, the network will air the docuseries on July 10, a day before she is slated to host this year’s ESPYS (Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly) Awards. The project is an eight-part series that will showcase the… Continue reading Serena Williams Docuseries To Air on ESPN+ On July 10
Eritrea’s Biniam Girmay Becomes 1st Black African To Win A Stage Of Tour de France
History was recently made when Eritrea’s Biniam Girmay became the first black rider to win a Tour de France stage. According to The Associated Press, the history-making feat took place on July 2 when he crossed the finish line before competitors Fernando Gaviria and Arnaud De Lie. This comes two years after he became the… Continue reading Eritrea’s Biniam Girmay Becomes 1st Black African To Win A Stage Of Tour de France
Nike Releases Kevin Durant’s ‘USA’ Sneakers Weeks Before Paris Olympics
With excitement for the upcoming Paris Olympics rising, NBA player Kevin Durant has just dropped his 17th signature sneaker from Nike as he embarks on his fourth Olympics appearance this month. According to Sports Illustrated, the sportswear giant released the Nike KD 17 “USA” on July 1. Interested patriots or sneakerheads can purchase the footwear… Continue reading Nike Releases Kevin Durant’s ‘USA’ Sneakers Weeks Before Paris Olympics
Fugees Reportedly Working On New Album As They Prepare For Upcoming Tour
Last year while on a reunion tour with former group members, Fugees for the 25th anniversary of Lauryn Hill’s “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” Wyclef Jean mentioned the possibility of the three members recording an album. According to The New York Post, that is going to happen. The media outlet has stated from a source… Continue reading Fugees Reportedly Working On New Album As They Prepare For Upcoming Tour
Doug Williams Promoted To Senior Advisor To Washington Commanders’ General Manager
Former Washington Redskins (Now, Commanders) quarterback, Doug Williams who was the first Black quarterback to start and win a Super Bowl game has been promoted and now holds the position of senior advisor to the general manager. The team announced the promotion along with others on June 25. He will be working with Adam Peters… Continue reading Doug Williams Promoted To Senior Advisor To Washington Commanders’ General Manager
2 Chainz Sets Up Smoothie King Kiosk In Partnership With Atlanta’s State Farm Arena
College Park, Ga. native Tauheed Epps, known by his rapper alias, 2 Chainz is now a franchise owner of a Smoothie King. According to a press release from the Atlanta Hawks, their official smoothie partner, Smoothie King, announced that the popular recording artist is its newest franchisee. The entertainer just launched a new kiosk on… Continue reading 2 Chainz Sets Up Smoothie King Kiosk In Partnership With Atlanta’s State Farm Arena
Styles P Readies Rebranding Of ‘Juices For Life’ To ‘Juices 2 Heal’
Entrepreneur Styles P of the Westchester, NY-based hip-hop group, The Lox has announced that he is relaunching his Juices For Life and Farmacy For Life brands with a new name, Juices 2 Heal. On June 29, the prolific lyricist will have a special ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of the latest juice bar which… Continue reading Styles P Readies Rebranding Of ‘Juices For Life’ To ‘Juices 2 Heal’
Detroit Pistons Terminated Head Coach Monty Williams A Year After Signing Him To Largest Contract In NBA History
A year after being issued the largest coaching deal in NBA history, Monty Williams has been terminated by the Detroit Pistons after only a year of service to the team. The team announced its decision on June 19. “Decisions like these are difficult to make, and I want to thank Monty for his hard work… Continue reading Detroit Pistons Terminated Head Coach Monty Williams A Year After Signing Him To Largest Contract In NBA History
M.I.A. Launches Radiation, WiFi And 5G Blocking Clothing Line
Recording artist M.I.A. has created a fashion line that is definitely different from any other clothing that any celebrity or fashion designer has manufactured. The “Paper Planes” rapper has launched her brand, Ohmni, which is being touted as blocking “99.99 percent of Wi-Fi, 4G, and 5G” from entering your body. In several recent Instagram posts,… Continue reading M.I.A. Launches Radiation, WiFi And 5G Blocking Clothing Line
NBA Hall Of Famer Dominique Wilkins Partners With Atlanta Company To Create Wealth For Renters
NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins, who was known as the “Human Highlight Film” for his explosive play has slam-dunked an opportunity to partner with a real estate fund that creates wealth for both investors and renters. The company, Roots, has announced that Wilkins has recently joined them as an investor, spokesperson, and partner. The… Continue reading NBA Hall Of Famer Dominique Wilkins Partners With Atlanta Company To Create Wealth For Renters
Mike WiLL Made-It Covers Forbes
Forbes Daily Cover: How Mike WiLL Made-It Is Making It In Business Read Cover Story HERE Photo Credit: Jamel Toppin @jameltoppinphoto Interview By: Jabari Young @jb_young Forbes Videos: Watch How Mike WiLL Made-It Is Making It In Business HERE Watch Making Pizza With Producer Mike WiLL Made-It HERE June 27, 2024 (Atlanta, GA) — Forbes… Continue reading Mike WiLL Made-It Covers Forbes
Tupac Murder Suspect Keefe D Denied Bail After ‘Source Hearing’
After informing a judge that Keffe D, suspected of being involved in the killing of popular rapper, Tupac in 1996, had the necessary funds to post a $750,000 bond so he could be placed on house arrest, the judge denied allowing the suspect to be free until his upcoming trial in November. According to KTNV… Continue reading Tupac Murder Suspect Keefe D Denied Bail After ‘Source Hearing’