Last week, the President of the United States delivered his farewell address to the nation. In the final speech, President Barack Obama looked back on the past eight years. He highlighted his accomplishments and used the platform to celebrate his supporters for the way they’ve changed this country. In the end, …
Read More »Mile High Club: All The Places You DON’T Want To Touch On An Airplane
If you’re like me, you’re not quite a germaphobe, but you’re pretty cautious about touching things in public. Also if you’re like me, you travel a lot, and have probably caught a cold or two from being cooped up in an airplane with sick strangers. What’s floating around in …
Read More »Year In Review: Ballerific Women of 2016
2016 could not come to a close without Baller Alert honoring the women making strides in their fields for the betterment of humanity. Their positive impact through their various endeavors has contributed intangibly to society. Whether it be encouraging a grateful life, advocating for better health, quietly demonstrating power and persistence, …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Year in Review: Celebrities We Lost in 2016
2016 was a year! Many experienced great success, incredible comebacks and amazing glow-ups. Our favorite artists provided the perfect soundtrack for the year, with their new releases, from Anti to Lemonade to Major Key. But, with all the ups experienced throughout the year, we’ve had even more downs. 2016 claimed …
Read More »Time To Start Working On Your Vision Board
(pic: donnienicole.com) As we creep closer to the New Year, it’s time to start thinking ahead. What plans do you have for your future? Will you be making plans to increase your finances while lowering your debt? Do you want to travel more? Take steps to becoming physically fit? Whatever …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Year in Review: 5 Celebrities Who Should Deactivate Social Media in 2017
At the start of every new year, many make promises or set goals of self-improvement for the upcoming year. Most people promise to improve their physical well-being by eating healthier, losing weight or to quit smoking. Others take a money-oriented approach by promising to improve their finances or their career. …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Top 10 Ballerific Couples of 2016
2016 will be a memorable year to say the least. Despite losing some of our favorite celebrities, a few of our favorite celebrity couples split this year, leaving many hopeless in regards to love. From Brangelina to Mary J and Kendu, and most recently T.I. and Tiny, the relationship span …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Year In Review: Don’t Call it a Comeback! Biggest Glow Ups of 2016
This year has been one for the books, filled with several ups and even more downs. 2016 has claimed some of our favorite singers, comedians, actors and athletes, however this year has also provided some of the best music, the funniest memes and the greatest comebacks of 2016, if not, …
Read More »BA Battle of the Bands: Baller Alert’s Favorite HBCU Marching Bands of 2016
2017 is just days away and it wouldn’t be right if we didn’t do a recap of our favorite marching bands this season. This year was our first year doing the #BABattleoftheBands segment and it was a major success. Highlighting different Historically Black Colleges and Universities ( #HBCUs) gives others the opportunity …
Read More »15 Christmas Movies To Get You Into The Holiday Spirit
It’s Christmas Eve Eve and while the warm weather is hindering the holiday spirit for some, it’s not too late to turn up the cheer by watching some holiday favorites. Here are 15 of my favorite holiday movies ranging from classics to comedies. Check out my list below and let me …
Read More »How To Handle Being Dumped Before the Holidays
The holidays are rapidly approaching. If you’ve made it this far, kudos to you. However, hang tight because your new beau may be gearing up to kick you to the curb. If your boo hasn’t made any plans with you for the upcoming holidays, take the L, you’re about to get …
Read More »Five Things You’re Doing Wrong With Your Baller
You’ve made it passed the probationary period with your baller. No longer can you be considered another random or “downtime”. You’ve been in relationships before, but this time it’s different. Five star dining and solid -gold bidets will do that to you. Slowly, but surely you have nestled yourself into …
Read More »Even If You’re In a Benz, You’re Still A….
In light of the unmasked racial tension that has subsequently set our country back several years, the topic of conversation among black people has been white folk. On social media, there are discussions about how we allow white people to treat us. Debates about how we scale success in comparison …
Read More »Discussion: Is Racism Considered A Disease?
Trevor Noah appeared on The Breakfast Club morning show on Wednesday to justify his reasoning for meeting up with Tomi Lahren after their debate on The Daily Show. You may recall, Noah received a lot of blow back after he met with Tomi for drinks following the show’s taping. The …
Read More »Life After College: The Best Years Are Over, Welcome to the Worst
College is one of the most fulfilling experiences in life. You gain a sense of individuality, responsibility and freedom. You meet lifelong friends and create memories that you will never forget. But what happens when it’s all over? In most cases, by senior year the thrill is gone. You’re over …
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