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June 8, 2026 · source link ↗

Topicals’ Olamide Olowe Sparks Transparent Conversation Around Bread Beauty Acquisition

Olamide Olowe opens up about reviving Bread Beauty Supply after acquisition and asks her community for support.

June 8, 2026 · source link ↗

‘It’s not realistic’: Idris Elba suggests a Black James Bond in ‘some markets’ won’t work as he puts rumors to bed

Fans of ‘The Wire’ and ‘Luther’ actor began fantasizing about him for the role as far back as 2008, when

June 8, 2026 · source link ↗

Who Ran The WNBA This Week: Olivia Miles Is Making History, A’ja Wilson Is Back In MVP Mode, Commissioner’s Cup Chaos Begins

Here are some of the biggest storylines and talking points after about three weeks into the WNBA's historic 30th season.

June 8, 2026 · source link ↗

Bison Boom: Howard University Leads Historic Surge To NCAA Track Championships

At the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field East Regional, historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) delivered a definitive statement: nine women’s entries from these institutions will advance to the upcoming...

June 8, 2026 · source link ↗

The Woman Behind Turkey Leg Hut Is Starting Over

Months after Turkey Leg Hut’s closure, Nakia Holmes is returning to Third Ward with a new popup — and a fresh start.

June 8, 2026 · source link ↗

Can Trump Cancel Juneteenth? Here’s What We Know

With Juneteenth approaching, questions have been arising over whether President Trump can cancel the federal holiday. Here's what we know.

June 8, 2026 · source link ↗

‘Dreams are valid’: Lamar Richardson celebrates historic Tony Award win after betting on himself

With his Lead Producer win for the revival of ‘Ragtime,’ he became the fourth Black talent to win the prestigious

June 8, 2026 · source link ↗

10 Years Of Black Enterprise’s XCEL Summit Honorees

As the summit marks 10 years of honoring excellence, this list looks back at the standout honorees

June 7, 2026 · source link ↗

‘Scary Movie’ tops weekend box office with franchise-best $105.5M debut

The sixth installment of the horror-spoof franchise parodies everything from “Sinners” and “Get Out” to “Smile” and “Scream,” while proving

June 7, 2026 · source link ↗

Meagan Good, Patti LaBelle and Tyler Perry honored at Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards celebrating Black excellence

The sixth annual Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards brought together some of the biggest names in entertainment, business and culture, with

June 7, 2026 · source link ↗

Simone Biles says she ‘almost died’ during frightening health scare, reminding fans even superheroes need rest

The Olympic icon shared that she recently experienced what she called one of the scariest moments of her life, prompting

June 7, 2026 · source link ↗

Twin Doctors Return Home To Lead Richmond, VA ER

Their appointment represents a unique leadership situation within HCA Healthcare's Capital Division

June 7, 2026 · source link ↗

Brittney Griner’s 6K-Point Milestone Intersects With The WNBA’s Economic Revolution

History is often shaped by quiet, incremental moments. For Connecticut Sun center Brittney Griner, her milestone was marked by a turnaround jumper against the Los Angeles Sparks at Mohegan Sun...

June 7, 2026 · source link ↗

Boosie Badazz excludes transgender women from pool party, drawing criticism during Pride Month

After facing backlash online, the rapper doubled down on his stance in a follow-up video, adding another chapter to a

June 6, 2026 · source link ↗

Money moves: Oprah, Sheila Johnson, Rihanna and Beyoncé are lone Black women on Forbes’ richest self-made women list

The list, which features 43 different women, highlights self-made billionaires in several categories, including media and entertainment, retail, technology, food

June 6, 2026 · source link ↗

The Queens Tour is more than nostalgia. It’s a reminder that Black women built the blueprint for live R&B

With Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight, and Stephanie Mills sharing one bill, the Houston stop of “The Queens: 4

June 6, 2026 · source link ↗

Kirk Franklin to host 2026 Stellar Awards as gospel legends, HBCU choirs and new voices earn nominations

The 41st annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards will spotlight the range of Black gospel music, from John P. Kee and

June 6, 2026 · source link ↗

Spelman College names renowned roboticist Dr. Ayanna Howard as its 12th president

The nationally recognized robotics and AI leader will take the helm of the nation’s top-ranked HBCU on Aug. 1. Spelman

June 6, 2026 · source link ↗

‘I Was So Upset’: Regina Hall Reveals the John Singleton Classic She Auditioned for — and the Oscar Nominee Who Got the Role Instead

Regina Hall has been dazzling audiences with expert comedic talent and ability to transition into dramatic roles. But the actress recently shared that she still […] ‘I Was So Upset’: Regina Hall Reveals the John Singleton Classic She Auditioned for — and the Oscar Nominee Who Got the Role Instead

June 6, 2026 · source link ↗

Jamaica left searching for answers after all-island blackout grips country

Thousands flocked to social media Friday, posting and sharing updates as the situation escalated. As of Saturday morning, more than

June 6, 2026 · source link ↗

Nagela Duperval launched OU LA with zero funding help. 16 months later, she’s expanding

“Put prayer on the front line,” Duperval said regarding her journey of opening a restaurant. “Because prayer is really the

June 6, 2026 · source link ↗

David E. Rogers Launches ‘Black Blocks,’ A Board Game Teaching Financial Literacy Through Black History

Originally published on BlackNews.com. David E. Rogers, founder and CEO of Black Blocks LLC, a Black-owned educational company, announces the launch of pre-orders for Black Blocks, a groundbreaking board game that...

June 6, 2026 · source link ↗

This Black Attorney Is Building A Lawyer Museum In Atlanta And Documenting The Journey In Real Time

Originally published on BlackNews.com. Attorney, entrepreneur, and cultural strategist Tiffany M. Simmons, Esq., widely known as “The Plug’s Lawyer,” is entering a new era of institution building following official recognition...

June 5, 2026 · source link ↗

Black Startups Are Gaining More Funding In 2026, But Equity Concerns Remain

Black-founded startups raised $643 million marking the highest quarterly total since the second quarter of 2022

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