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Sean 'Diddy' Combs Placed in Solitary Confinement After Alleged Lavish Prison Lifestyle Surfaces
Sean "Diddy" Combs has reportedly landed in solitary confinement at Fort Dix a day after NBC aired video appearing to show him using an unauthorized cellphone. A source told the network that prison officials moved Combs to the SHU, or Special Housing Unit, where inmates are separated from the general population pending investigations and disciplinary reviews.
Rooting For Everybody BLACK: Emmy Night Is Here
Actress Niecy Nash | Image: Jesse Grant, NBC The carpet is rolling out at Peacock Theater in Los Angeles right now, and television’s biggest night, the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards.the main show kicks off at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT But before that happens… let’s talk about who we’re really watching for tonight.Because some of these nominees? They’re not just hoping to win. They’re hoping to make history. Colman Domingo | Image by Jesse Grant, NBC Colman Domingo.
Meet the 4 Black Designers Behind Coco Jones’ Dreamy Wedding Wardrobe
Coco Jones and Donovan Mitchell married on August 1, 2026, in Greenwich, Connecticut, roughly a year after Mitchell proposed during a summer trip following his NBA season and Jones’ sold-out tour. Every look across the weekend carried a signature. Four Black designers shaped that story. Ceremonial drama. Reception sparkle. Bridal romance. Refined finishing touches. ibkamara The ceremony statement. Sierra Leone-born, London-raised Ibrahim “Ib” Kamara is the creative director of Off-White.
WNBA Star Brittney Griner Files for Divorce From Wife
WNBA Connecticut Sun center Brittney Griner filed for divorce from her wife, Cherelle Griner, in Fulton County on Thursday. Court records obtained by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution state the marriage is irretrievably broken and list July 24 as the date of separation. Brittney Griner and Cherelle Griner met years ago at Baylor University and grew into the kind of queer couple the world came to love and cheer on. Brittney Griner celebrates with her wife, Cherelle Griner.
Black Panther III Confirmed: New Cast, Returning Faces, and What’s Next for Wakanda
It’s official! Marvel just confirmed that ‘Black Panther III’ will hit theaters on Dec. 15, 2028, at Marvel’s Comic-Con in San Diego on Saturday, July 25. Ryan Coogler will direct the threequel, bringing Letitia Wright back as Shuri and Winston Duke as M’Baku. Wright teased a playful dynamic between Shuri and Jonsson’s T’Challa II, hinting that Shuri will guide him as he steps into the Black Panther role. “I’m going to have a really, really good time, a lot of fun,” she said.
Angel Reese’s Barbie Doll Is Already Sold Out
And just like her jersey at the Atlanta Dream team store sold out the same day it went on sale shortly after she was traded from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream this past April. It was clearly business as usual for the Angel “Bayou Barbie” Reese when her official Barbie doll, the ultimate FOMO toy, sold out at major retailers just days after its debut during WNBA All‑Star weekend on July 24. The restock date has not been confirmed yet.
Uncle Nearest: Fawn Weaver Fired Amid Legal Turmoil
News broke after court-appointed receiver Phillip G. Young Jr. filed federal records on July 10, prompting termination letters for Fawn Weaver and her husband Keith Weaver. Young has run the Black-owned spirit company since last August. The fight over Uncle Nearest intensified in federal court as judges laid out how the company’s money troubles, property moves, and failed bankruptcy filings collided in a fast-moving receivership case.
Regina Hall Stars in Peacock’s New Summer Binge, The Five Star Weekend
Regina Hall plays Dru-Ann Jones, Hollis Shaw’s best friend and college roommate at UNC Chapel Hill. Dru-Ann is a successful sports agent with an affluent, ambitious, alpha, and aggressive personality, carrying the weight of a career crisis. As she steps back into a friendship, she begins to release the obstinacy she has projected onto her friend group and confronts patterns from her own past. Jennifer Garner leads as Hollis, a food influencer whose life changes after the sudden loss of her husband.
Unveiling Insecure's Iconic Origins
Broken p**** rap origins, director drama, and title battles revealed in Blocc Party’s debut episode. Issa Rae and showrunner Prentice Penny are back together for Block Party, a new podcast dedicated to revisiting Insecure episode by episode as the show nears its tenth anniversary this October. The first episode covers the pilot and the origin stories behind some of the show’s most iconic moments. Rae reveals the “broken pu**y” rap came from a real conversation with her best friend.
Lost Black Legacy: How C.R. Patterson & Sons Pioneered Automotive History
C.R. Patterson & Sons played a major role in Black automotive history. Charles Richard Patterson was born into slavery in Virginia in 1833 and later settled in Greenfield, Ohio, a town with abolitionist ties and Underground Railroad history. He worked as a blacksmith, became a foreman, and in 1873 partnered with J.P. Lowe to start a carriage business. Two decades later, he bought Lowe out and renamed it C.R. Patterson & Sons.
Wayfair Expands Into Atlanta With Its Second Large-Format Store
The $12.5 billion online home furnishings retailer opens its second large-format brick-and-mortar location in the heart of Atlanta, solidifying Wayfair’s position as a true omni-channel force in the home goods industry. Wayfair is redesigning how America shops for home.
Fuel Surcharges From Amazon, UPS, FedEx & USPS Are Coming Faster Than Your Delivery
Gas prices jumped to $4.081 as of April 2, according to AAA, driven by disrupted oil shipping through the Persian Gulf. When fuel costs spike, shipping carriers feel it immediately. And when carriers feel it, they pass it on. Amazon, UPS, FedEx, and the United States Postal Service are all implementing fuel-related surcharges. This is not one company making a business decision.
Travel Alert: Rising Jet-Fuel Costs May Skyrocket Your Summer Plans
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby recently warned that airfare increases “will probably start quickly” as rising fuel costs move through the industry. The airline also announced on April 3 that most passengers will pay $10 more to check a bag, effective that same day. “This is the first time in two years the airline has raised bag fees,” United said in a statement.
Take the Heat. Body the Look. Beyoncé Celebrates CÉCRED’s New Styling Collection With Hair Show
Beyoncé brought her family, her brand, and her vision together last night. She appeared alongside her mother, Tina Knowles, and eldest daughter, Blue Ivy, at a private Los Angeles event celebrating the official launch of Cécred’s new “Take the Heat. Body the Look” Styling Collection. The atmosphere carried the kind of intention that only comes when a brand deeply knows itself. Tina Knowles built her legacy running hair salons and hosting hair shows.
Olympic Love: Lyles & Bromfield’s Big Day
Olympic and world champions Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield exchanged vows at The Conservatory at Blackberry Ridge in Trenton, Georgia, over the weekend (April 4), surrounded by family, friends, with a wedding blended traditions of American and Jamaican culture, made entirely their own. The theme. All Shades of Melanin. The fashion carried the theme from the ceremony to the reception without missing a step.
Olympic Love: Lyles & Bromfield’s Big Day
Olympic and world champions Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield exchanged vows at The Conservatory at Blackberry Ridge in Trenton, Georgia, over the weekend (April 4), surrounded by family, friends, with a wedding blended traditions of American and Jamaican culture, made entirely their own. The theme. All Shades of Melanin. The fashion carried the theme from the ceremony to the reception without missing a step.
T.I.’s “Let Em Know” Reaches Gold as the First Certified Single of 2026
The Atlanta rap legend’s upcoming twelfth and final studio album, Kill the King, does not have an official release date, but “Let Em Know” is already gold status roughly three months after its January 18, 2026 debut. The Recording Industry Association of America certified it the first song across all genres in 2026 to cross the 500,000-unit threshold, hitting that mark by April 6.
Rapper Offset Shot and Hospitalized Near Florida Casino
Former Migos member Offset was shot on Monday (April 6) around 7:00 p.m. near the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida. TMZ broke the news, followed by multiple outlets and witnesses confirming the incident. The rapper is known to frequent this particular casino. The 34-year-old father of five and ex-husband of Cardi B is reported to be in stable condition and is recovering at Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood, Florida.
Netflix Premiere: American Film Institute Set to Honor Eddie Murphy’s Five-Decade Career in Comedy and Film
Eddie Murphy is set to receive the 51st American Film Institute Life Achievement Award at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on Saturday, April 18, and the tribute will premiere on Netflix on May 31. For a career spanning five decades and generating over $3.8 billion at the global box office, the veracity of his impact on film, comedy, and culture stretches well beyond this recognition. The honors individuals whose work has advanced the art of film and stood the test of time.
Broken Promises: Did Trump Just Hand Democrats the Midterms on a Silver Platter?
Some political gifts wrap themselves. A sitting president, six months before midterm elections, in a now removed video, saying the government cannot afford child care, Medicaid, or Medicare, then having it pulled from the White House’s official YouTube channel. President Donald Trump made those remarks at a White House Easter luncheon on April 1. “We can’t take care of daycare. We’re a big country. We’re fighting wars.
Gabrielle Union on Losing Her Father to Dementia: “Nothing Prepares You”
Upscale Media Group sends our deepest condolences to Gabrielle Union and her family. As we learned Saturday evening, her father, Sylvester “Cully” Union Jr., passed away Friday morning (April 3) at the age of 81. A man she described as perfectly imperfect, a devoted father, and someone who made it his business to look after everyone around him.
Hollywood Honors Brandy with Star for Recording Excellence
She has grabbed at our hearts from the very beginning — and now, a Hollywood Star. On Monday, March 30. multi-platinum, GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist, actor, and cultural icon Brandy Norwood accepted the 2,839th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the Recording category, cementing a trailblazing three-decade career that changed the landscape of R&B, television, and pop culture.
TSA Employees’ Pay Flowing After Trump Order, But How Long Will Funds Last?
On Friday Mar 27, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Secretary of Homeland Security to use available funds to ensure TSA employees receive their pay and benefits, despite the ongoing DHS shutdown. This move arrives 44 days into one of the longest partial government shutdowns in U.S. history and weeks after essential personnel began walking off the job in alarming numbers.
She Wasn’t Even Supposed to Be Here: Coco Gauff’s Miami Run Was a Masterclass in Resilience
Today was a tough loss. But for Coco Gauff, this is far from the end. After retiring from her Indian Wells match on March 8 against Alexandra Eala due to a left forearm injury, the safest call was to skip the Miami tourney entirely. Coco Gauff insisted on playing. She came back to South Florida on Mar 28, just miles from her hometown of Delray Beach, walked into Hard Rock Stadium in front of 16,830 fans, and played her first Miami Open women’s final against the No.1 player in the world.
National Cleaning Week: A Spring Reset for Your Home, Health and Cleaning Routine
It’s that time of year again. The sun lingers longer. Pollen starts flying. Your home begs for a reset. National Cleaning Week runs from March 22 to 28, 2026, giving seven focused days to tackle what you’ve put off. Not to pressure you, but to nudge you to start with a plan, clean smarter, and feel peace of mind as you walk into a fresher, calmer space. Photo By Vitaly Gariev Spring cleaning does not have to finish in a day or a week. That’s why most avoid it.
Obama Presidential Center Sets June Opening After 5-Year Wait Original
Written by Tyesha Hooks The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago will kick off grand opening celebrations on Thursday, June 18, 2026, timed perfectly ahead of Juneteenth, with a dedication ceremony honoring Barack and Michelle Obama, since its construction began back in August 2021. The opening on this date is significant because it symbolizes racial justice, freedom, and the “hope” for a better future, connecting directly to the center’s mission and the South Side community.
Angela Renee Steps Into Music With Passion, Poetry, and Purpose
Words By: Tyesha Hooks Angela Renee, also known as Angela Simmons, stopped by The Breakfast Club on Thursday, March 12, to promote her upcoming debut single, “Run To,” dropping this Friday. She’s expanding her creative endeavors into music and stepping into a new space—spoken word. via angelasimmons During the interview, Angela also spoke about her decision to drop the household name ‘Simmons.’ She explained, “I just feel like Angela Renee is a different part of me.
Uber Expands Women-Only Rides Nationwide
Uber is expanding its Women Preferences rollout nationwide, kicking off yesterday on International Women’s Day, a move the company says gives women more control over how they ride and drive on the platform. The expansion jumps from pilot markets in major cities like New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., to a plethora of cities across the U.S., a safety and comfort upgrade many women have been waiting for.
Jazz in the Gardens 2026 Lights Up Miami Gardens
Jazz in the Gardens Music Fest celebrated its 19th year, nearly two decades of vibrant energy, over the March 7-8 weekend at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Jhené Aiko, Ludacris (delivering a special 25th anniversary set), Nelly, and Ashanti headlined the two-day music fest, drawing massive crowds who soaked up every beat. GloRilla linked up with Sexyy Red for a high-energy performance of their hit “WHATCHU KNOW ABOUT ME,” igniting the stage with relentless fire.
The Successful Experience Upscale Magazine
The Real Housewives of Atlanta (RHOA) returns Sunday, April 5 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Bravo for season 17, showcasing Atlanta’s affluent Black women known for spilling piping-hot tea and throwing shade. Joining the cast are platinum-selling singer and reality TV star K. Michelle (previously on VH1’s Love & Hip Hop and K. Michelle: My Life) and Pinky Cole, founder of the viral plant-based restaurant chain Slutty Vegan.
R&B Soul Artist Alvin Garrett Drops”Talk To Her Like This,” His Fifth Studio Album
Alvin Garrett is speaking the language of real love.
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The 57th NAACP Image Awards featured a week-long celebration of events, including three nights of virtual award presentations (non-televised, Feb 23–25), a Creative Honors night (Feb 26), a reception and Fashion Show (Feb 27), and the live telecast airing on BET and CBS that concluded on Saturday, Feb 28 in Los Angeles. The stars came out, turning the ice blue carpet into a runway of resistance, resilience, and pure style. The evening was filled with glamorous gowns, sharp tailoring, and glitz.
Inside the 2026 NAACP Image Awards: A Celebration of Black Excellence in Arts and Culture
The 57th NAACP Image Awards featured a week-long celebration of events, including three nights of virtual award presentations (non-televised, Feb 23–25), a Creative Honors night (Feb 26), a reception and Fashion Show (Feb 27), and the live telecast airing on BET and CBS that concluded on Saturday, Feb 28 in Los Angeles. The stars came out, turning the ice blue carpet into a runway of resistance, resilience, and pure style. The evening was filled with glamorous gowns, sharp tailoring, and glitz.
Erin Jackson Makes History as She Defends Her Title as the First Black American Woman to Win Olympic Speed Skating Gold
Erin Jackson didn’t grow up anywhere near an ice rink. Growing up in Ocala, Florida, where heat and humidity rule and no winter sports programs exist, Jackson found her way to the top of one of the least diverse sports in the world for Black women and girls—speed skating. And she’s not just competing there. She’s crushing it. Jackson first fell in love with roller skating long before she ever touched the ice. She started inline at 10, and the rest is history.
Black Girl Magic: The Ice Belongs to Erin Jackson
There’s a new kind of legend in winter sports. Her name is Erin Jackson, and she’s gliding through expectations, breaking barriers, and still crushing it at the highest level. Erin didn’t grow up anywhere near an ice rink. Born and raised in Ocala, Florida, where heat and humidity rule, Jackson found her way to the top of one of the least diverse sports in the world for Black women and girls—speed skating.
Ben Crump: Over Two Decades of Advocacy Fueling an Emmy Win, a New Novel, and the 2nd Annual Human Rights Gala
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump continues to push forward with the same force and purpose that shaped generations before us. His recent Emmy win for How to Sue the Klan, the debut of his legal thriller Worse Than a Lie, and the 2nd Annual Ben Crump Human Rights Honors all point to one truth—restorative justice is a reclamation of legacy, power, and resilience.
Why More Travelers Are Swapping Packed Itineraries for Slow Travel
If you feel like you need a vacation from your vacation, you need to rethink the way you approach them. Slow travel is becoming a dominant 2026 trend, as more Millennials, couples, solo travelers (aged 25–44), and women choose to stay longer in one place, move less, and trade seeing everything for actually experiencing a destination in a calmer, more connected way.
Why More Travelers Are Swapping Packed Itineraries for Slow Travel
If you feel like you need a vacation from your vacation, you need to rethink the way you approach them. Slow travel is becoming a dominant 2026 trend, as more Millennials, couples, solo travelers (aged 25–44), and women choose to stay longer in one place, move less, and trade seeing everything for actually experiencing a destination in a calmer, more connected way.
Trailblazing in Politics: Georgia’s First Black Woman PSC Commissioner
Dr. Alicia M. Johnson joins the Georgia Public Service Commission as the kind of leader many Georgians have been asking for, someone who understands the strain of rising energy costs and is committed to fighting for working families, seniors, and communities too often overlooked. Dr. Alicia M.
Coco Jones Leaves Millions Speechless With Stunning Black National Anthem Performance
Each year, over 100 million people tune in to one of the most anticipated events in sports and entertainment — the Super Bowl. Beyond the game itself, the pre‑game and halftime performances, national anthem, and commercials create anticipation and keep fans talking before, during, and after the event.
A Lane All Her Own: Inside Teyana Taylor’s Most Unforgettable Fashion and Beauty Moments
Teyana Taylor is sprinkling Black Girl Magic from Hollywood to Paris, shutting down every red carpet and pushing her influence deeper into fashion, film, and culture. She steps into the year with a fire energy all her own, and her presence is unparalleled. At this point, she isn’t just in the conversation — she is the conversation.
A Lane All Her Own: Inside Teyana Taylor’s Most Unforgettable Fashion and Beauty Moments
Teyana Taylor is sprinkling Black Girl Magic from Hollywood to Paris, shutting down every red carpet and pushing her influence deeper into fashion, film, and culture. She steps into the year with a fire energy all her own, and her presence is unparalleled. At this point, she isn’t just in the conversation — she is the conversation.
The Duo We Didn’t Know We Needed: The Romantic Comedy ‘Relationship Goals’ Is Out Now on Prime Video
What do you get when you blend beauty and charisma? A captivating Kelly Rowland and Clifford “Method Man” Smith starring as rival exes in Prime’s new romantic comedy Relationship Goals, now streaming after its February 4 release on Amazon Prime Video. R&B singer Kelly Rowland and hip hop artist Clifford “Method Man” Smith star in the new Amazon Prime movie “Relationship Goals.” Rowland is also one of the executive producers.
How the Currys Are Transforming Play for Oakland Kids
Steph and Ayesha Curry are letting their love for community speak for them. They released a new short documentary titled Building Joy: A Movement to Reimagine Oakland’s Schoolyards. The film is the second project from the Currys’ Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation and highlights their work to redesign Oakland’s elementary schoolyards with kids at the center.
Let Freedom Ring: Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
On January 19 we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. A man whose voice reshaped a nation and dream continues to guide generations. This year, the celebration carries a deeper resonance as communities across the country reflect on both the progress made and the challenges still unfolding. In tribute to Dr. King’s impact, Georgetown University presents Let Freedom Ring a free musical on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM for the first time at the historic Howard Theatre.
Feds Charge Over a Dozen Current and Former NCAA Players in Rigged Games
Federal prosecutors charged 26 defendants, including current and former basketball players today in what they call a point‑shaving scheme. According to an indictment obtained by The Associated Press, more than 39 players across at least 17 NCAA programs fixed and attempted to fix over 29 games between 2022 and 2025. Prosecutors say the scheme involved games in the Chinese Basketball Association and more than 29 NCAA Division I matchups.
“Our Light Does Not Need Permission”: Teyana Taylor’s Golden Globe Win is One for the Culture
Harlem’s own Teyana Taylor won her first Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Perfidia Beverly Hills in Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another on Sunday Jan. 11. A well deserved recognition for a woman who has been doing it with perfection since she first stepped into the spotlight. During her acceptance speech, after shouting out her babies backstage, she thanked Jesus, her family, her co‑stars, and her team.
Venus Williams Set to Compete at 2026 Australian Open
Seven-time Grand Slam champion and newlywed Venus Williams, 45, heads into the 2026 Australian Open after accepting a main draw invitation, reminding the world why she remains one of tennis’s most influential figures. She will become the oldest woman ever to compete in the tournament’s main draw, surpassing Kimiko Date’s 2015 record.
Jill Scott Announces New Album, To Whom This May Concern, a Gift of Love to Usher In Valentine’s Day
After ten years since the release of Woman, Jill Scott’s fifth studio album, she sent social media into a frenzy on Jan. 2 when she announced her new album, To Whom This May Concern, a soulfully rich collection ushering in Valentine’s Day on Feb. 13. Jill Scott’s post via her Instagram | @missjillscott Scott posted to her Instagram on Jan. 2, “Finally my new album entitled TO WHOM THIS MAY CONCERN drops Feb.
Jill Scott Announces New Album, To Whom This May Concern, a Gift of Love to Usher In Valentine’s Day
After ten years since the release of Woman, Jill Scott’s fifth studio album, she sent social media into a frenzy on Jan. 2 when she announced her new album, To Whom This May Concern, a soulfully rich collection ushering in Valentine’s Day on Feb. 13. Jill Scott’s post via her Instagram | @missjillscott Scott posted to her Instagram on Jan. 2, “Finally my new album entitled TO WHOM THIS MAY CONCERN drops Feb.
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