Frank Ocean‘s Blonde was one of the most anticipated and acclaimed albums of the year, so it was a surprise when it was announced that the album wasn’t submitted for Grammy Award consideration. Though many were disappointed, including Kanye West, Ocean isn’t too concerned. “That institution certainly has nostalgic importance,” he told the New York Times in […]

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As Blacks gain more wealth, they generally move to richer, Whiter neighborhoods, but a new report has debunked that idea.

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Comedian Larry Wilmore caused a lot of controversy after using the “n-word” during his speech at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner on Saturday night. Despite the negative backlash, the White House has come to his defense, saying President Obama “appreciated the spirit of Mr. Wilmore’s expressions on Saturday night.” White House Press Secretary Josh […]

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In the February 2016, Trump earned $400 million worth of free media coverage. CNN Money reported Trump has only spent $10 million on television advertising during his bid for the nation’s highest office.

Rihanna covers the newest issue of T, the New York Times style magazine, for their issue that recognizes "The Greats."

Out of six stars chosen for New York Times magazine cover, Rihanna spilled the tea on some very persona things going on in her life. On what she searches on the Internet: “Oh, random things. Like I will be sitting around Googling childbirth.” ​​​On taking and editing her own Instagram pictures: “​​That’s the only way it’ll actually work. My […]

Even after becoming an international superstar, Nicki Minaj has never been shy about her feelings regarding women’s issues or being a female in the male-dominated genre of hip-hop. Back in August, when she began tweeting about being overlooked for an MTV VMA nomination as a Black woman, no one thought it would turn into a media firestorm. But it did, especially when […]

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Serena Williams offers a thoughtful approach to why she won't let racism and sexcism get her down.

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