A Florida man who claimed to work in the rap industry was sentenced to seven years in prison after running a scheme to defraud hotel stays and luxury services. Aaron Barnes-Burpo, 29, of Crestview, Florida, claimed to be a member of the Wu-Tang Clan. According to court records, Barnes-Burpo has …
Read More »Amazon Moves To Remove Books That Frame LGBTQ Identities As A Mental Illness
Amazon announced this week that it no longer sells books that portray LGBTQ identities as mental disorders. In response to Senators Marco Rubio of Florida, Mike Lee of Utah, Mike Braun of Indiana, and Josh Hawley of Missouri, the Wall Street Journal published a letter signed by the company’s Vice …
Read More »14 Best “Anti-Valentine’s Day” Movies To Get You Through February 14th
As we all know, today is a very special day for lovers. It’s Valentine’s day! For some, it’s a day traditionally reserved to acknowledge the special someone in your life with a gift or treat that lets them know how much you care. Flowers, Cards, Romantic Candle-lit dinners… making memories …
Read More »Twitter Reacts To The Most Relatable Tweets Of This Week
Every week, Black Twitter users go viral or start trending because of something they said or posted. But this week, the most RT’d tweets have been the most relatable ones. We are halfway through February, and we are still dealing with a pandemic; many are over Covid-19 and the precautions …
Read More »Top Five Best Super Bowl Commercials Of All Time
The advertisement industry’s favorite day of the year is upon us, Super Bowl Sunday. So brands put together some of the most over the top and hilarious commercials to keep sports viewers entertained throughout the big game. Looking back, there have been some memorable Super Bowl commercials, so before we …
Read More »Woke Up To A New Year But Same Ol’ Sh*t
At the start of every New Year, many are inclined to turn over a new leaf and make a difference in their lives. Whether it is their health, relationship, or career, many use the New Year as a new beginning. But, what happens when reality sets in and you have …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Year In Review: Best Online Feuds Of 2020
2020 has already proven to be the most tumultuous year of our lifetime. With emotions running high, thanks to the pandemic, the election, and the threat of racial breakdown, celebs still found the time to address their issues with each other online. And why not? Everyone had nothing but time- …
Read More »Rules For Bringing Your Significant Other Home For The Holidays
As you’re preparing to spend the holiday with family and friends, it may feel like the perfect time to show off your new boo or take your relationship to the next step by introducing them to the entire family. While it’s a beautiful thing to want to put your love …
Read More »Ballerific Relationships: Should A Spouse Tell Their Significant Other Where They Going If They Are Going Away Days At A Time?
Should a spouse tell their significant other where they are going if they are going away for days at a time? The subject came up recently on an episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta when Drew Sidora confronted her husband Ralph Pittman about disappearing for days without letting her …
Read More »Ballerific Relationships: What Has The Pandemic Taught You About Your Relationship?
2020 has been one hell of a year for many of us financially, mentally, physically, and socially. Since the pandemic, we have learned to cope with this thing called life, whether we wanted to. It kind of just slapped us in the face and forced us to go through things …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Shopping Guide: Five Christmas Gifts Under $50
Can you believe that Christmas is 13 days away? With everything that has taken place this year, many of us are looking for a little holiday cheer. The pandemic has put many in a financial bind. We have found ourselves spending more money on the necessities like food, toilet paper, …
Read More »Support Small Businesses This Holiday Season
All year, people have protested against various political, economic, social, and civil rights issues. Americans have struggled for nine months to survive both physically and financially during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The one-time economic relief stimulus did little to lighten the load or boost the economy when many were unemployed …
Read More »Kanye West Gifts Chris Brown New YEEZY Truck To Honor His Career
It looks like Kanye West is still giving out YEEZY Truck’s and Chris Brown has been one of the latest celebrities to be gifted one of the massive tank-like vehicles that could possibly survive an apocalypse. According to sources, Ye had the vehicle special delivered to Chris Brown’s Tarzana home …
Read More »Five Halloween Ideas For 2020
Halloween is one of the most highly anticipated days of the year for children and adults alike. The spooky decorations, costumes, candy, parties and trick-or-treating makes for a night of fun. Unfortunately, as with most things this year, Coronavirus has put a major damper on otherwise ordinary activities. As states …
Read More »Pharrell Set To Open “The Goodtime” Miami Hotel Early 2021
Pharrell Williams can now add “hotelier” to his extensive resume. Hospitality entrepreneur David Grutman and developer Eric Birnbaum have teamed up with the Grammy-award winning artist and producer on The Goodtime hotel. The hotel will mark Pharrell’s entry into the hospitality business. The hotel will soon open its doors on …
Read More »HerStory: The Black Women Behind Black Lives Matter
#BlackLivesMatter was founded in 2013 after George Zimmerman was acquitted of Trayvon Martin’s death by three black women: Patrisse Cullors, Alicia Garza, and Opal Tometi. On July 13, 2013, Alicia Garza posted on her Facebook, “black people. I love you. I love us. Our lives matter. Cullors took the inspirational post …
Read More »How Far Will Your Friends Go To Protect You If Your Significant Other Suspects That You Are Cheating
Many of us claim to have friends that will do anything for us, including lying to your significant other about your whereabouts. But the real question is, “How Far Will Your Friends Go To Protect You If Your Significant Other Suspects That You Are Cheating?” I came across a Tik …
Read More »Luxury Hotels Lure Guests With Private Flight Packages
Every industry imaginable has been affected by the economic effects of the global pandemic caused by COVID-19. While many small businesses have been severely impacted and are least likely to recover; luxury hotels, resorts, and attractions reliant upon tourism have also seen a major decline in business. As citizens around …
Read More »Twitter Reacts To #FcvkFourth After Many Refuse To Take Part In The Holiday
America’s belief that it runs off the core value of liberty and justice for all is BS! This fourth of July will go silent among many due to the evident injustice and systematic racism that remains prevalent within America’s system. Many people in this country have chosen not to celebrate …
Read More »“This Fourth Of July Is Yours, Not Mine”: Why My Black A** Will Never Celebrate The Fourth Of July
When it comes to being Black in America, certain “holidays,” just don’t hit the same. The Fourth of July is one of them. While we all love the fireworks, barbecues, and family gatherings, there’s always this moment (at least for me) where I sit and think, “Where were my people …
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