Sports Illustrated has terminated a substantial number of employees following the revocation of its license. On Friday, The Arena Group, the operator of Sports Illustrated and associated properties, sent an email to its employees, informing them that Authentic Brands Group had withdrawn its marketing license. “As a result of this …
Read More »Kenya Barris Discusses New Projects: Richard Pryor Biopic, Remake Of ‘Wizard of Oz’ And ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’
Kenya Barris recently sat down with Variety to talk about some of his new projects, which include his highly anticipated Richard Pryor biopic. In 2020, Barris announced he was directing the biopic on one of the most influential comedians of all time, and while it remains in development, Barris did …
Read More »North Carolina Woman Accused Of Fatally Stabbing 10-Year-Old Sister
North Carolina authorities say a 22-year-old woman is behind bars after she allegedly stabbed her 10-year-old sister to death. Kaneijah Zyir Bradley was charged with murder after her younger sister was found in the backyard stabbed to death, per a Halifax County North Carolina Sheriff’s Office statement. On Monday around …
Read More »Measles Return To Georgia For The First Time Since 2020
The year 2024 is getting off to a rocky start, and now measles are seemingly creeping in. This week, Georgia health officials confirmed the state’s first measles case since 2020, part of a national trend with outbreaks tied to international travel. The individual, unvaccinated and from the Atlanta region, contracted …
Read More »Taraji P. Henson Wants People To Focus On What “The Color Purple” Is About— Sisterhood—And Not What Happened Behind The Scenes
Taraji P. Henson gave her thoughts on the new perspective on the film “The Color Purple,” saying its new narrative isn’t fair. Henson has recently discussed some challenges, like being an underpaid Black actress. She also spoke out about being a part of the film, in which she played Shug …
Read More »American Airlines Flight Attendant Arrested Over Accusations Of Attempting To Film 14-Year-Old Using Bathroom
An American Airlines flight attendant was arrested on allegations that he tried to record a teenage passenger while she used the bathroom, the U.S. Attorney said. On Thursday, the FBI arrested Estes Carter Thompson III, 37, in Virginia and charged him with one count of attempted sexual exploitation of children …
Read More »Biden Administration To Forgive $4.9 Billion In Student Debt For 73,600 Borrowers
The Biden administration announced Friday it would forgive $4.9 billion in student debt for 73,600 borrowers, a relief that is a result of the U.S. Department of Education’s fixes to its income-driven repayment plans and Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. “The Biden-Harris Administration has worked relentlessly to fix our country’s …
Read More »Alec Baldwin Indicted On Involuntary Manslaughter Charges For Cinematographer’s Movie Set Death
In a shocking twist of fate, Hollywood actor Alec Baldwin has been indicted on involuntary manslaughter in relation to the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. On Friday, a New Mexico grand jury chose to move forward with charging Baldwin for discharging a gun with live ammunition on the set of …
Read More »Anticipated Album Releases (And Artists We Hope Drop In 2024)
With the new year comes new music… or so we hope. 2023 was a decent year when it came to artists dropping new music, and now, with 2024 being here, fans are looking forward to bigger and better releases. From well-established, big-name artists to new up-and-coming artists, fans are anticipating …
Read More »Instagram’s Latest Feature: Nighttime ‘Nudging’ for Teens Emphasizes the Importance of Sleep
Instagram is attempting to tackle late-night doomscrolling among minors with “nighttime nudges“—a feature promoting downtime over screen time. The prompt activates when users engage with tools like direct messages and Reels for more than 10 minutes during late-night hours. “Time for a break” reads a mock-up of the alert. “It’s …
Read More »Snortable Caffeine Powder Sparks Medical Concerns Over Potential Overdose
People are turning to snortable caffeine as an alternative to coffee for a quick energy boost, but medical professionals are expressing their concerns about this trending product, known as “Want A Bump?,” a brand that introduced snortable caffeine last summer. The product offerings include nasal spray, powder vials, and fake …
Read More »Spelman College Marks 100 Years with Record $100M Donation
On Thursday, Spelman College received a historic $100 million donation. This $100 million gift represents the largest single donation ever received by any HBCU. According to the press release, philanthropists Ronda Stryker and her husband, William Johnston, chairman of Greenleaf Trust, made history this week with their $100 million contribution …
Read More »A Kentucky Teacher Faces 10 Years Behind Bars For Sexually Abusing Multiple Minors
A Kentucky teacher who admitted to sexually abusing multiple minors simultaneously may face a potential life sentence in prison. Last week, Ellen Phillips from Danville, Kentucky, pleaded guilty in federal court to attempting to entice a minor into engaging in sexual conduct online. In December 2022, Phillips admitted to communicating …
Read More »Karlissa Saffold Speaks Out On Jaidyn Alexis Partying While Blueface Is In Jail: “Rock Would Neva”
Blueface’s mother, Karlissa Saffold, calls out Jaidyn Alexis for living her best life while he’s behind bars. In a recent video clip, Jaidyn was spotted at a nightclub with her friends, dancing and singing along to her popular track, “Barbie.” While this might seem like an unusual time for a …
Read More »The U.S. Department Of Justice Characterizes The Law Enforcement’s Response To The Uvalde School Shooting As A “Failure”
The Justice Department’s scathing report on the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School suggests that a different response by officers could have potentially saved the lives of children. The 600-page report highlights that poor coordination, inadequate training, and flawed execution of the active shooter protocol were significant factors contributing …
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