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Blogged By @felicia_kid The beginning of the new year is here! New Year’s Eve brings parties, new attitudes, new goals, and for most black people, it comes with superstitions. You know all the typical childhood superstitions, right? Don’t step on a crack or you’ll break your mamas back, or don’t …

Miami is widely known for its party scene and beaches, but the lifestyles of the rich and famous extend far beyond the VIP sections of a night club. A night out on the town in Miami wouldn’t be complete without a nightcap at one of the best restaurants in the …

As we continue to celebrate the forthcoming new year, complete with year-end lists of Baller Nation’s favorite celebrities, singers and songs, we want to pay homage to the party promoters that have helped us spot our favorite Ballers. If you didn’t know, back in 2008, Baller Alert was founded as …

“Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul, there is no such thing as separation.” -Rumi As 2019 comes to an end, there were a host of celebrity losses that completely shocked the world. The legacies they left behind …

New Year’s Eve is here, and for many, it’s a night of celebration, laughs, good times, traditions, happiness, and even drinking. But for others, including myself, the hardest part of it all is finding something to do to ring in the new year. So Baller Alert is here to save …

Holiday season can be extremely difficult for people for several different reasons but did you know it can take a toll on your physical health as well as mental? “Holiday heart syndrome” was a term created in 1978 to explain the dramatic influx of patients in emergency rooms during the …

It’s that time of year again, the time when many of us buckle down to complete the rest of our Christmas shopping although we said last year, that we’d do better this year. Don’t worry, you’re not alone, some of us also couldn’t fathom standing in Black Friday lines to …

If you haven’t signed up for a monthly subscription box yet, what are you waiting for? There’s a box curated for any and everyone with themes ranging from beauty, health, and wellness to books, art and even food. This holiday season, give yourself the gift of supporting black-owned businesses and …

It’s that time of year again, you know, the time when as soon as we’re finished expressing what we’re thankful for, the chaos of trying to jump on some of the best deals of the year begins. Although some select retailers have already started rolling out deep discounts, there are …

Black Friday shopping is a storied American tradition but it’s also somewhat of a sport. Many families hit their favorite shopping centers in droves late Thanksgiving night into the early “Black Friday” morning to find the best deals and kick off the busy holiday shopping season. The objective of any …

Many of us spent Thanksgiving stuffing our faces, watching football, or trying to dodge that aunt that wants to know when we are going to find a man to put a bun in the oven. Now that all of that is out of the way, how will you spend your …

There are so many things Americans can stand in line for, like voting or getting tested but for the love of saving, many would rather stand in line for a video game or sneaker releases. The day after Thanksgiving is the one day where you can get it all, for …

As #BlackFriday approaches, there are a few things consumers should keep in mind before heading out to the stores. Ever since its origin, it’s been believed that Black Friday has the best deals that customers will likely find by Christmas.  However, Business Columnist from the Los Angeles Times, David Lazarus …

With the holidays upon us, families everywhere are preparing those Thanksgiving feasts, and even putting up Christmas decorations before the month of November draws to a close. Many families gather around the table to enjoy meals prepared with love, while some grab a plate and pile in front of the …

The entertainment and comedy in clap backs have brought the enjoyment of scrolling down our social media feeds to a whole new level. Whether you’re on Twitter following some of your favorite celebrities’ rant, or clicking “view all 5,000 comments” on Instagram, by now you’ve probably noticed who some of …

The world is changing and whether you agree with it or not, there’s no way around the topic of gender neutrality. For some adults, it’s hard to fathom and accept how a man can identify as a woman, how a woman can identify as a man and what being gender …

If you were ever a fan of Kanye West as an artist, you may find yourself scratching your head trying to understand where he’s coming from these days. His public statements have divided audiences into a mixture of those who claim to see his spiritual growth and evolution to others …

Who said getting dressed up for Halloween was just for the kids? In anticipation of the upcoming festivities, some of our favorite celebs have already attended costume parties and shared their hilarious pics online. Of the pictures that have been posted so far, it’s safe to say that people are …

A flight attendant is suing Southwest Airlines over an incident where she claimed two pilots had a secret camera set up in a plane’s lavatory and live-streamed the video into the cockpit. According to a lawsuit first reported by the Arizona Republic, Renee Steinaker claimed that while she was working …

2019 has definitely been the year of the woman, as women have dominated the charts and created even more lanes for themselves in the rap game. Now more than ever, female rappers are getting the respect they deserve as a new crop of talented ladies are taking over.  ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This …