Thursday, November 30, 2023
Today’s News
- Bryan-Michael Cox Talks Making Classic Records and Working On Usher’s New Albumby Josh Baker on November 29, 2023 at 5:15 pm
Esteemed music industry veteran Bryan-Michael Cox recently took on the role of Senior Vice President (SVP) of A&R and Executive Producer at LVRN (Love Renaissance). With an impressive track record as a Grammy-winning producer and songwriter, he brings his talent and industry expertise to this esteemed position. In addition to his role at LVRN, he The post Bryan-Michael Cox Talks Making Classic Records and Working On Usher’s New Album appeared first on EBONY.
- Nick Cannon on Bringing Up the Next Generation of Talent, Building His Empire and Moreby DeAnna Taylor on November 29, 2023 at 2:00 pm
Personal matters aside, Nick Cannon is one of the hardest working businessmen in the entertainment industry today. The actor, producer, musician and television show host has long expressed his desire to build a media empire and with each calculated move he makes, he only pushes himself closer to that goal. Chipping away brick-by-brick, the California The post Nick Cannon on Bringing Up the Next Generation of Talent, Building His Empire and More appeared first on EBONY.
- The Art Basel 2023 Playlist You Didn’t Know You Neededby Josh Baker on November 28, 2023 at 7:38 pm
Art Basel is known as one of the most prestigious art events in the world that brings together a diverse range of artists, collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts from around the globe that takes place annually in the 305 Miami, Florida. This year EBONY is hosting an immersive event at Art Basel— EBONY FWD. Powered The post The Art Basel 2023 Playlist You Didn’t Know You Needed appeared first on EBONY.
- 4 Black Visual Art Documentaries You Must See Before You Attend Art Basel 2023by Julius Stukes on November 28, 2023 at 7:37 pm
EBONY will kick off Art Basel week with a two-day multi-media experience as we celebrate the exploration of Black voices through the arts. Check out some documentaries that focus on visual Black art, Black artists, and Black curators. Below are four visual art documentaries that will help you further appreciate Black art. Black Art: In The post 4 Black Visual Art Documentaries You Must See Before You Attend Art Basel 2023 appeared first on EBONY.
- How Writing A “Super Personal” Album Saved Leslie Odom Jr.by Delaina Dixon on November 27, 2023 at 1:30 pm
It’s the holiday season, and Leslie Odom Jr. has much to be thankful for. He’s back on Broadway starring in the title role of Purlie Victorious, written by the late great Ossie Davis. His new album, When a Crooner Dies, dropped in mid-November 2023. As he revealed to EBONY at the Kinderland “Let Your Kid The post How Writing A “Super Personal” Album Saved Leslie Odom Jr. appeared first on EBONY.
- EBONY Weekend Playlist: New Music From Busta Rhymes, Jon B., Kamaiyah, and More!by Josh Baker on November 24, 2023 at 3:00 pm
It’s the weekend already and we’re back with the EBONY Weekend Playlist, featuring the hottest Friday releases that have everyone buzzing. From car rides to conversations, this is the music that sets the tone for an unforgettable weekend. This Friday is different because it’s Black Friday. As you get ready to go shopping—or even shop The post EBONY Weekend Playlist: New Music From Busta Rhymes, Jon B., Kamaiyah, and More! appeared first on EBONY.
- Issa Rae’s ‘Rap Sh!t’ Captures the Female Hip Hop Moment By Spotlighting Black Women’s Dreamsby Ronda Racha Penrice on November 24, 2023 at 2:00 pm
Issa Rae is the master of capitalizing on a cultural shift. And Rap Sh!t, now in its second season, is further proof of that. But back in June, at the ABFF (American Black Film Festival) Community Day in Miami with Rap Sh!t showrunner Syreeta Singleton, even she marveled at the fortuitous coincidence of having a series about female The post Issa Rae’s ‘Rap Sh!t’ Captures the Female Hip Hop Moment By Spotlighting Black Women’s Dreams appeared first on EBONY.
- Shari Bryant & Omar Grant Co-Presidents of Roc Nation Talk Legacy & New Eraby Josh Baker on November 23, 2023 at 3:00 pm
Roc Nation is a renowned entertainment company founded by Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter in 2008. With its headquarters in New York City, Roc Nation has established itself as a powerhouse in the music, sports and entertainment industries. Roc Nation has become synonymous with excellence and has played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of numerous The post Shari Bryant & Omar Grant Co-Presidents of Roc Nation Talk Legacy & New Era appeared first on EBONY.
- Venture Capital Exec Megan Holston-Alexander Encourages Black Communities to Re-Envision Wealth Through Technologyby Savannah M. Taylor on November 23, 2023 at 2:00 pm
Gaining access to venture capital resources is one of the most challenging aspects of entrepreneurship. When aligned with it, it opens up a new world of opportunity and sustainability to ensure that one’s business has the foundation to thrive upon. Luckily, there are many organizations that are prioritizing a level playing field for marginalized business The post Venture Capital Exec Megan Holston-Alexander Encourages Black Communities to Re-Envision Wealth Through Technology appeared first on EBONY.
- Keke Palmer Unpacks Unhealthy Relationships & Reenacting Trauma Amid Darius Jackson Abuse Allegations–‘Misogyny Came At Me Quick!’by Shannon Dawson on November 29, 2023 at 9:31 pm
Keke Palmer and Dr. Drew spoke about the factors that can cause an unhealthy relationship on the latest episode of 'Baby, This Is Keke Palmer Nov. 28.
- RESET: Offset Says Tyler, The Creator Talked Him Into Going Solo–‘I Really Took That S**t To Head’by Noah Williams on November 29, 2023 at 8:35 pm
Offset sits down with 'GQ' to talk about his decision to go solo, the loss of his former brand mate Takeoff and more.
- Jonathan Majors & Meagan Good Are Still Going Strong Amid Majors’ Trial Over Alleged Assault And Harassmentby Rebecah Jacobs on November 29, 2023 at 5:14 pm
Jonathan Majors was seen holding hands with his girlfriend Meagan Good in New York City as he appeared at New York Criminal Court.
- Rollin’ With The Homies: ‘Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’ Skates Onto TV Screens January 9by Janeé Bolden on November 29, 2023 at 5:11 pm
'Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta' returns to MTV January 9 without Erica Mena but that doesn't mean there won't be any mess!
- Shawnee Mission Racism: Black Student Suspended After Having Nose Broken And Called N-Word By White Boyby Jason "Jah" Lee on November 29, 2023 at 4:31 pm
Shawnee Mission East suspends Black student victim of hate crime
- Bruv Spins The Block: Lori Harvey & Damson Idris Spotted Together 3 Weeks After Breakup Announcementby Rebecah Jacobs on November 29, 2023 at 3:10 pm
Just three weeks after announcing their breakup, Lori and Damson were spotted together on Saturday at the 'Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé' premiere in Los Angeles.
- Tis’ The Season: DoorDash Announces ‘Deck The Doorstep’ Annual Sales Events With 12 Days Of Dealsby Noah Williams on November 29, 2023 at 2:30 pm
DoorDash announces its annual Holiday Savings Event with Deals from Best Buy, Milk Bar, ALDI, MAC, Starbucks, and more.
- Vintage Frames Co. & Artist Gucci Ghost Partner For Art Basel Eyewear Eventby Noah Williams on November 29, 2023 at 1:15 pm
Eyewear company Vintage Frames and Artist Trouble Andrew to host Miami Art Basel event to launch new collaboration.
- ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’ Exclusive: Spencer’s A Man With Sensitivity, Dani Gets Cutthroat While Chopping Carrotsby Janeé Bolden on November 29, 2023 at 1:10 pm
'Squid Game: The Challenge' eliminated players Dani and Spencer discuss family and friends seeing them on TV in cutthroat and emotive modes.
- Ghost Vs. Tariq: Pettiest Reactions To T.I.’s Grand Tussle With ‘Salty’ Son King Harrisby Alex Ford on November 28, 2023 at 11:49 pm
Compilation of the pettiest reactions to T.I.'s now-infamous IG Live tussle with son King Harris during an Atlanta Falcons game
- Gas prices have been falling or stable for more than two months. Here’s whyby Associated Press on November 29, 2023 at 2:26 pm
Gas prices have fallen or remained steady since Sep. 19 — marking about a 70-day trajectory of decline, says the AAA spokesperson. The post Gas prices have been falling or stable for more than two months. Here’s why appeared first on TheGrio.
- Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, accused of sexual assault in 3 lawsuits, steps down as Revolt chairmanby TheGrio Staff on November 28, 2023 at 10:28 pm
Sean "Diddy" Comb has stepped down as chairman of Revolt TV following two more lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct. The post Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, accused of sexual assault in 3 lawsuits, steps down as Revolt chairman appeared first on TheGrio.
- Aretha Franklin’s son awarded real estate after judge cites handwritten willby Associated Press on November 28, 2023 at 8:48 pm
A judge overseeing the estate of Aretha Franklin awarded real estate to the late star's sons, citing a handwritten will from 2014. The post Aretha Franklin’s son awarded real estate after judge cites handwritten will appeared first on TheGrio.
- Students walk out of school after white boy shouts slur, punches Black girlby TheGrio Staff on November 28, 2023 at 8:15 pm
Dozens of Shawnee Mission East High School students in Kansas staged a protest in support of a Black classmate who was punched by a white student. The post Students walk out of school after white boy shouts slur, punches Black girl appeared first on TheGrio.
- Early winter storm creates a mess along heavily traveled roads in OH, PA and NYby Associated Press on November 28, 2023 at 7:45 pm
More than a foot of snow had fallen across a stretch of upstate New York east of Lake Ontario, with a spot hitting 23 inches Tuesday. The post Early winter storm creates a mess along heavily traveled roads in OH, PA and NY appeared first on TheGrio.
- Advocates raise alarm as cities crack down on homeless encampmentsby Associated Press on November 28, 2023 at 5:57 pm
Attempts to clear homeless encampments increased, as has pressure to address what some say are dangerous, unsanitary conditions. The post Advocates raise alarm as cities crack down on homeless encampments appeared first on TheGrio.
- Black celebs named in some of 3700 sexual assault claims filed last week in NYby Associated Press on November 28, 2023 at 5:33 pm
When New York's Adult Survivors Act expired on Nov. 24, over 3,700 legal claims had been filed, with many coming against high-profile celebrities and a handful of politicians. The post Black celebs named in some of 3700 sexual assault claims filed last week in NY appeared first on TheGrio.
- Jabar Walker, Wayne Gardine exonerated after decades in prisonby Associated Press on November 28, 2023 at 5:00 pm
The convictions were vacated after new probes found their cases' witness testimony unreliable, and one received undisclosed money. The post Jabar Walker, Wayne Gardine exonerated after decades in prison appeared first on TheGrio.
- Black retirees on fixed incomes could suffer if railroad allowed to build rail line in Georgiaby Associated Press on November 28, 2023 at 2:25 pm
An eminent domain battle in Georgia just began that could have implications for property law across the state and the nation. The post Black retirees on fixed incomes could suffer if railroad allowed to build rail line in Georgia appeared first on TheGrio.
- Donors reveal why programs for girls on Chicago’s South Side, financial literacy courses get their cashby Associated Press on November 27, 2023 at 7:01 pm
Before GivingTuesday, people shared the experiences about why they give, which charities they choose to support and how they plan it. The post Donors reveal why programs for girls on Chicago’s South Side, financial literacy courses get their cash appeared first on TheGrio.
- Museum Dedicated To NBA Legend LeBron James Opens In Ohioby Malaika Jabali on November 29, 2023 at 1:27 pm
A museum dedicated to LeBron James' life and career opened in his hometown of Akron, Ohio over the weekend.
- Jackson Police Reportedly Buried Another Black Man Without Telling His Familyby Malaika Jabali on November 29, 2023 at 2:01 am
A new report states that Marrio Moore was buried in the same graveyard on the exact same day as Dexter Wade. Wade was also killed by Jackson police and it would be months before family members learned of the devastating outcome.
- Prosecutors Say That Young Thug Was The 'Proclaimed Leader' Of Violent Street Gang As Criminal Trial Beginsby Malaika Jabali on November 28, 2023 at 9:23 pm
On Monday, prosecutors alleged that he co-founded and is the "proclaimed leader" of a criminal street gang known as "Young Slime Life" or "YSL” in Georgia.
- Spirits And Scholarship: DIAGEO Makes Its Mark At The 50th Annual Bayou Classicby Kimberly Wilson on November 28, 2023 at 1:54 pm
The annual Thanksgiving weekend event, is a tradition of fun and football, cherished by fans of Grambling State and Southern University.
- Here’s What You Missed At This Year’s Black Wealth Summitby Malaika Jabali on November 28, 2023 at 11:03 am
Most of the wealth in this country is concentrated in white households. Cedric Nash founded this summit so experts could divulge strategies to help reverse this trend and increase wealth in Black families.
- The Life And Legacy Of Music Legend Tina Turner Is Being Celebrated In A New Comic Bookby Malaika Jabali on November 28, 2023 at 10:55 am
"Tribute: Tina Turner" was released in celebration of what would have been the singer's 84th birthday and to create more ways for long-time fans and new audiences to engage with her story.
- Hyundai Is Now Allowing People To Purchase Its Cars On Amazonby Kimberly Wilson on November 28, 2023 at 3:31 am
Amazon users will be able to browse, secure financing and purchase its vehicle on the e-commerce platform.
- Zillennials, Boomers and Gen X All Agree That Life Experience Is More Valuable Than College Degreesby Kimberly Wilson on November 28, 2023 at 3:30 am
A new report from content platform "Go1" explored the workplace sentiments of inter-generational groups, and most young careerists said experience is the best teacher.
- Kerry Washington Is Receiving Her Flowers For Making The Entertainment Industry More Equitable For Black Womenby Kimberly Wilson on November 28, 2023 at 3:27 am
The Simpson Street production house founder will honored at the 2023 Hollywood Reporter 'Women in Entertainment' breakfast gala.
- Police Arrest Second Suspect In Morgan State University Shootingby Malaika Jabali on November 27, 2023 at 7:18 pm
Documents show that 18-year-old Jovan Williams was allegedly believed to be “involved in violent drug trafficking group.”
- 10 Movies Like ‘Nope’ for Fans of Jordan Peeleby Leah Jones on November 29, 2023 at 4:55 pm
Nope is the third film by critically acclaimed and Oscar-winning director and writer, Jordan Peele. For those unaware, Peele started his career in comedy, but as of 2017, he became a renowned horror film writer and director with three movies, including Get Out (2017), Us (2019), and most recently, Nope (2022). The sci-fi horror film… Continue reading 10 Movies Like ‘Nope’ for Fans of Jordan Peele
- How Usher’s Eldest Son Cinco Celebrated His 16th Birthdayby Kyra Alessandrini on November 29, 2023 at 4:27 pm
Usher’s first-born son, Usher “Cinco” V, celebrated his Sweet 16 on Sunday. The entertainer was performing as part of his Las Vegas residency when he honored his son on stage.
- Who Are Zendaya’s Parents? Here’s All You Need To Knowby Gabrielle Tazewell on November 29, 2023 at 4:15 pm
Born on September 1, 1996, in Oakland, California, Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman has become a multifaceted talent, leaving an undeniable mark on the worlds of acting, music, and advocacy. Her journey began when she entered the entertainment industry at a young age, eventually leading to her debut in the 2010 Disney Channel series, Shake It… Continue reading Who Are Zendaya’s Parents? Here’s All You Need To Know
- ‘The Melodic Blue’ Trailer: Baby Keem And Amandla Stenberg In Prime Video Film EP’d By Kendrick Lamarby Monique Jones on November 28, 2023 at 10:35 pm
Baby Keem is giving music and film fans alike a lot to look forward to in his Prime Video film The Melodic Blue. The film shares the name of his 2021 debut album. The film’s trailer, which was released Tuesday, shows Keem with Amandla Stenberg playing his love interest. The surrealist film also stars Ja’nai… Continue reading ‘The Melodic Blue’ Trailer: Baby Keem And Amandla Stenberg In Prime Video Film EP’d By Kendrick Lamar
- ‘Dr. Death’ Season 2 Trailer: Edgar Ramirez, Mandy Moore And Ashley Madekwe In New Chapter For Peacock’s True Crime Seriesby Jordan Simon on November 28, 2023 at 10:07 pm
Peacock has released the season 2 trailer for its true crime anthology series, Dr. Death. Starring Edgar Ramirez and Mandy Moore, the second season of Dr. Death will consist of eight episodes and will document the tale of convicted Swiss-Italian surgeon Paolo Macchiarini. Here’s the official synopsis: This season of Dr. Death, based on the… Continue reading ‘Dr. Death’ Season 2 Trailer: Edgar Ramirez, Mandy Moore And Ashley Madekwe In New Chapter For Peacock’s True Crime Series
- A Black-Owned Barber College Was Denied Funding By The Mayor Of Akron, Ohioby Tomas Kassahun on November 28, 2023 at 9:53 pm
Dan Horrigan, the mayor of Akron, Ohio, is facing backlash after refusing to give funds to a barber college owned by at-large Councilman-elect Eric Garrett. According to the Akron Beacon Journal, Horrigan said he denied funding for Garrett’s Beyond Expectations Barber College because he wants “to completely avoid any possible public perception of impropriety.”
- Tulsa Teacher Opens School To Teach Black History After Oklahoma Passed Law To Censor America’s Past: ‘Creating Our Narrative’by Tomas Kassahun on November 28, 2023 at 9:04 pm
An Oklahoma activist has opened a private school to teach Black history after the state passed a law that aims to cover America’s troubling past. The 2021 law, adopted by Republican legislators, restricted the teaching of race and gender in the state’s public schools. As many teachers feared the possibility of losing their jobs if… Continue reading Tulsa Teacher Opens School To Teach Black History After Oklahoma Passed Law To Censor America’s Past: ‘Creating Our Narrative’
- ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ Gets Early Season 4 Renewal Ahead Of Season 3 Premiere At Starzby Monique Jones on November 28, 2023 at 8:52 pm
Power Book III: Raising Kanan has been renewed for a fourth season. Starz has announced that the fourth season for the popular show has started production this week in New York, just as the third season prepares for its Dec. 1 premiere. Starz’s president of original programming Kathryn Busby said in a statement that the… Continue reading ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ Gets Early Season 4 Renewal Ahead Of Season 3 Premiere At Starz
- Texas Southern University Marching Band Performs Yeat’s ‘Bigger Then Everything’by Danteé Ramos on November 28, 2023 at 8:25 pm
The Texas Southern University marching band performed Yeat’s 2023 song, “Bigger Thën Everything,” in a video circulated on social media. Over the weekend, music and HBCU fans expressed their shock after watching the moment online. “Making No Jumper is crazy. yall wouldn’t understand if you didn’t march at an HBCU,” one viewer wrote in the comments… Continue reading Texas Southern University Marching Band Performs Yeat’s ‘Bigger Then Everything’
- ‘The Book Of Clarence’ Drops New Trailer Alongside First Track From Film Featuring Lil Wayne, Buju Banton And Shabba Ranksby Monique Jones on November 28, 2023 at 8:24 pm
A new trailer has dropped for The Book of Clarence, as well as the first track from the film, “Hallelujah Heaven,” from director Jeymes Samuel. The song features Lil Wayne, Buju Banton and Shabba Ranks, and is written and produced by Samuel. The song has already received acclaim from music fans for the pairing of… Continue reading ‘The Book Of Clarence’ Drops New Trailer Alongside First Track From Film Featuring Lil Wayne, Buju Banton And Shabba Ranks
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