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Usher makes it home from world tour in time for daughter’s dance recital: "I’m in full #GirlDad mode"
Even in the middle of a global tour, Usher proves that nothing comes before family. The superstar singer took to Instagram to share a...
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4 days ago1 min read
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Princess Opeyemi Bright becomes UK’s youngest Mayor at 29: "I am committed to being a voice that uplifts our borough"
Cllr Princess Opeyemi Bright has been appointed Mayor of Barking and Dagenham, becoming the youngest person in the UK to hold the...
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May 172 min read
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Issa Rae opens new pizzeria in Downtown LA expanding her business portfolio and legacy of Black ownership
Multi-hyphenate star Issa Rae is continuing to make her mark on LA’s food and hospitality scene with the launch of a brand-new pizzeria...
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May 172 min read
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Mara Brock Akil’s "Forever" renewed by Netflix for a second season
Netflix has officially confirmed the renewal of Forever for a second season, just days after its release. The romantic drama, which...
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May 162 min read
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UK rap duo Krept & Konan launch Saveways: A groundbreaking large-scale supermarket serving the needs of diverse communities
UK rap duo Krept & Konan have announced another joint business venture—this time, a groundbreaking supermarket aimed at serving Black,...
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Jan 202 min read
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Mattel releases new collector Barbie doll of Aaliyah on what would’ve been the late singer’s 46th birthday
TO mark what would have been Aaliyah’s 46th birthday, Mattel has released a new collector Barbie doll in her likeness, with pre-orders...
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Jan 161 min read
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Aaron Pierre lands Two NAACP Image Awards for roles in "Rebel Ridge" and "Mufasa: The Lion King"
AARON Pierre has received two nominations for the upcoming 2025 NAACP Image Awards, one of the most prestigious recognitions of Black...
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Jan 83 min read
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Simone Biles named Sports Illustrated 2024 Sportsperson of the Year: “I'm always shocked winning any sort of award or being honoured”
SIMONE Biles has just added another prestigious title to her remarkable career, being named Sports Illustrated ’s 2024 Sportsperson of...
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Jan 72 min read
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Beyoncé wins legal battle to trademark 12-year-old daughter Blue Ivy's name after lengthy dispute
BEYONCÉ has successfully won a lengthy legal battle to secure the trademark for her 12-year-old daughter Blue Ivy's name. The 43-year-old...
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Jan 62 min read
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Sheryl Lee Ralph "deeply grateful" to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame: "This star shines for us all"
SHERYL Lee Ralph, widely acclaimed for her role as Barbara Howard on Abbott Elementary , is set to receive one of the entertainment...
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Jan 62 min read
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Meet the London hairdresser who crafted Cynthia Erivo's wig for Wicked in just three days
A NORTH London hairdresser played a pivotal role in the production of Wicked after being tasked with creating a custom wig for Cynthia...
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Jan 52 min read
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Viola Davis receives lifetime achievement award at Golden Globes gala: “This is the first award I was told that I won that made me cry”
VIOLA Davis was presented with the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement in entertainment at the inaugural Golden...
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Jan 52 min read
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Denzel Washington awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest honour, by President Biden for career and philanthropy
DENZEL Washington was among 19 people awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Joe Biden in one of his final official acts...
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Jan 42 min read
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Denzel Washington gets baptised and receives ministry licence calling it his "greatest accomplishment"
DENZEL Washington has taken the next step in his faith journey after he was baptised on yesterday (Dec 21), at Kelly Temple Church of God...
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Dec 22, 20241 min read
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Beyoncé makes history as the most RIAA-certified female artist of all time with 103 certified titles across her discography
MAKING HISTORY: Beyoncé BEYONCÉ has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the most RIAA-certified female artist of all time with 103...
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Dec 18, 20241 min read
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Tennis star Coco Gauff, 20, named highest-paid female athlete for second consecutive year with estimated $30.4M in earnings
COCO Gauff has been crowned the highest-paid female athlete of 2024, earning a reported $30.4 million. This marks the 20-year-old’s...
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Dec 13, 20242 min read
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Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang makes history as Ghana's first female Vice President-Elect
Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has made history as Ghana’s first female Vice President-elect, marking a monumental achievement in...
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Dec 11, 20241 min read
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Denzel Washington makes history with 11th Golden Globe nomination. He is joined by an outstanding line-up of Black nominees
DENZEL Washington has made history at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, earning his 11th nomination for his role in Gladiator II . This...
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Dec 9, 20242 min read
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Tyler Perry first met Oprah when he worked in housekeeping in a hotel. Now, he's directing her for the first time in his movie
TYLER Perry’s relationship with Oprah Winfrey has truly come full circle. What began with a chance encounter when Perry was working as a...
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Dec 8, 20242 min read
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Legendary tennis star Serena Williams calls history-making gymnast Simone Biles “the GOAT” following joint panel
SERENA Williams called Simone Biles “the GOAT” after the two icons shared the stage at an impactful event hosted by Audemars Piguet,...
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Dec 7, 20241 min read
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