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Although she is reluctant to retire, Serena Williams has come to the conclusion that she would rather build her family than her tennis résumé.

Will Smith apologized for slapping Chris Rock, saying, “No part of me that thinks that is the optimal way to handle a feeling of disrespect or insult."

A new class action lawsuit alleges Sesame Place Philadelphia damages Black children when the park and its employees engage in racist practices.

Chris Rock is using comedy to address the now-infamous Will Smith slap four months after the incident occurred during the 2022 Oscars.

Bria Murphy and Michael Xavier are giving glimpses into their romantic wedding that took place earlier this month in Beverly Hills.

Every sedated patient's worst nightmare came true for at least one woman after nurses caught an anesthesiologist assaulting her.

Noah Warren, who was recently drafted by the Anaheim Ducks, is known for moving with grace, calm, focus, speed, agility, and precision.

Brittney Griner pled guilty to drug charges and faces 10 years in prison if she's convicted. Russia reports a 99 percent conviction rate in criminal cases.

Ketanji Brown Jackson is the first Black woman, 104th Associate Justice, and 116th Justice to sit on the Supreme Court of the United States.

Will Wendy Williams return to TV? Is her talk show done for good? What's she doing next? The media veteran lets the world know.

Jussie Smollett did not hesitate to attend the BET Awards because "I made the commitment to myself to go where the love is."

It seems Normani manifested her starring role in Chris Brown’s “WE (Warm Embrace)” music video when she was a member of Fifth Harmony.

Major League Soccer and Black Players for Change tapped Judah Middleton to design Juneteenth commemorative jerseys. Find out the other ways they’re celebrating.

Tiffany Haddish has been studying how others build a lasting legacy and she is following suit, especially after her bag changed in 2018.

Wanna party without being harassed? There's a space for that, and it's DJ Ohso's Bounce Dat, a monthly judgement-free and curated experience.

Quinta Brunson used her moment as one of TIME100's world's most influential people to bring attention to the work and impact of teachers.

Cheeky Bonsai has innovative science-backed and gynecologist-approved products that support a healthy urinary tract before and during a UTI.

A$AP Rocky also provides a clue that he and Rihanna aren't going the "one and done" route when building their budding family.

Barbie Signature is honoring visionary Laverne Cox with the Barbie Tribute Collection Laverne Cox Doll for her encouraging message to live authentically.

Taylor Bennett says he gave back to the young LGBTQ+ community after coming out because many end up homeless after being rejected by their families.

for colored girls who have committed suicide/ when the rainbow is enuf has been extended into June, but this weekend is going to be extra special.

Dominic Dupont recalls finding his uncle Michael K. Williams after he fatally overdosed on fentanyl, which the nephew says he wouldn't have taken knowingly.

The Benford Company and Homestead Entertainment will produce a series of projects within a wide range of genres, including sports and music.

Amid leaks of nude images and a Tony nomination, Take Me Out actor Jesse Williams says his full-frontal scene is not a big deal.

The reinvented Broadway production of for colored girls ... is set to close three weeks after opening, despite stellar reviews and award nominations.

Lifestyle marketing and entertainment industry veterans launch MACADOO, a disruptive digital marketing, advertising, and communications agency for The People.

Patreon's incubator and generative community Pull Up was developed by creators of color to help other creators of color grow sustainable businesses.

Viola Davis responds to criticism of her portrayal of Michelle Obama in Showtime’s The First Lady, but ultimately believes critics are pointless.

#DetoxYourFeed supports caregivers in encouraging their girls to unfollow any content that doesn't make them feel good about themselves.

DJ Jazzy Jeff says critics of Will Smith for his now-infamous slap of Chris Rock don't believe the award-winning actor can have a human moment.

Photographer Lelanie Foster is known for honoring the strength and beauty of Black and Brown individuals in her work that spans fashion, film, and fine art.

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson celebrated the "promise of America" in a moving speech following the Senate confirming her for the Supreme Court.

Chris Rock spoke publicly for the first time since Will Smith slapped him during the Academy Awards, after Rock said a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith.

President Biden's signing of the Emmett Till Antilynching Act on March 29, 2022 marks the first time lynching has been a federal hate crime in the U.S.

IMG Health Clinic offers free HIV, Hepatitis C, and STDs testing, treatment, and education to the underserved Black and Brown communities in Florida.

With The CROWN Act passing the House of Representatives, the U.S. has taken one giant step towards making hair discrimination illegal in all states.

Mary J. Blige has a really simple reason for not having children – her freedom – and we felt that reasoning in our souls.

The Courtship contestant Chandler Kryst opened up about how his late sister Chelsie Kryst inspired him, during a public memorial in Charlotte.

Serena Williams called out the New York Times for a major gaffe when highlighting her venture capitalist firm in an article.

Angela Bassett says in the beginning of her career, "We were all struggling together, we were all trying to make a way out of no way — it wasn’t easy."

An Instagram story shared to Wendy Williams's new and verified account claims she didn't authorize a statement from spokesperson Howard Bragman.

Wendy Williams's spokesperson has released a statement following the news that Debmar-Mercury will not renew The Wendy Williams Show after this current season.

Sherri Shepherd, who gave The Wendy Williams Show a ratings boost as guest host, has reportedly dethroned the queen of daytime TV.

Learn how you can help The Sigma Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor celebrate its centennial.

PepsiCo created a North American multicultural business and equity development organization to accelerate racial equality and community efforts.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) online tool helps tenants and landlords apply for COVID-19 rent relief and assistance for utilities.

Fans have received Euphoria star Zendaya's Madame Tussauds wax figure with mixed reviews. Here are the most hilarious tweets.

Nelly’s team is investigating whether his Instagram was hacked after an uncensored video of him and an unidentified woman sharing a private moment was shared.

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