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Malia Obama Directs 2 Nike Videos with A’ja Wilson Showcasing Her New Basketball Shoe

The filmmaker, 26, helmed the social media short videos, which are tied to the launch of the WNBA star’s signature shoe

Malia Obama is just doing it!

The elder daughter of former president Barack Obama and wife Michelle Obama has harnessed her directorial skills for a pair of social media vignettes in support of A’ja Wilson’s new Nike shoe, PEOPLE can confirm.

Obama, 26, was at the helm of two videos tied to the WNBA star’s new signature shoe for the brand, the A’One, set to drop on Tuesday, May 6.… Read more

What Does The Bible Say About Mothers?

Mothers Day approaches—or any time we pause to reflect on the role of mothers—it’s clear that the Bible holds a deep reverence for motherhood. From Eve, the first mother, to Mary, the mother of Jesus, the age-old scripture consistently honors women who nurture, lead, and sacrifice with unwavering strength. Far from being sidelined, mothers in the Bible are often central to God’s plans, their stories rich with courage, wisdom, and grace, just like our moms in real life.
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The Game’s Calabasas Mansion Sold To Settle Longstanding Lawsuit

Rapper The Game is facing the loss of his Calabasas home following a court order to sell the property to help pay off a $7.1 million legal judgment.

The decision comes as part of a long-running legal battle with Priscilla Rainey, who was awarded the multi-million-dollar sum in 2018 after accusing the rapper of sexual misconduct during the taping of the reality series “She Got Game”. Legal documents reveal that a judge recently approved the sale of The Game’s mansion, stating that the home’s value could potentially cover protected homeowner exemptions and existing liens while still generating funds toward the judgment owed to Rainey.… Read more

Michelle Obama’s New Chapter: Choosing Herself And Embracing Healing

Michelle Obama is embracing a new phase in her life—one where she finally puts herself first.

In a candid conversation on Jay Shetty’s podcast, she shared that she’s actively in therapy, using it as a space to reflect, heal, and better understand herself after years of public service and motherhood. With her daughters grown and leading their own lives, Michelle spoke about the shift from constantly giving to others to now focusing inward.

She explained that therapy has become a vital tool in helping her navigate this transition.… Read more

Smokey Robinson Hit With $50M Lawsuit For Sexual Misconduct

Legendary Motown singer Smokey Robinson, 85, is facing serious allegations from four women who claim he subjected them to various forms of sexual misconduct.

According to a lawsuit filed Monday in Los Angeles County Superior Court and obtained by USA Today, the women have accused Robinson of sexual battery, assault, false imprisonment, gender violence, and creating a hostile work environment. The suit alleges the acts were “willful, wanton, and malicious,” carried out with a “conscious disregard” for the women’s rights, privacy, and emotional well-being.… Read more

Pew Research Survey Finds Half Of Americans Don’t Think Black People Will Ever Achieve Equal Rights

The white conservative war on all things related to diversity, equity and inclusion is predicated on at least two falsehoods.

First, the anti-DEI narrative insists that the most dominant and powerful demographics in society — namely, heterosexual, cisgendered, able-bodied white people — are in need of protected class status while actual marginalized groups should never have been protected because, for them, systemic discrimination and disadvantages simply are not real.

Secondly, white conservatives insist that conservatism, on an ideological level, represents America, meaning the majority agrees that diversity initiatives are bad and discriminatory.… Read more

From Diss Tracks To Toasts? Rick Ross Wants To Cheers With Drake

Rick Ross has revealed he’s open to ending his long-standing beef with Drake, hinting at the possibility of reconciliation between the two Hip-Hop heavyweights.

During a recent interview with Bootleg Kev, the Maybach Music Group boss spoke candidly about the tension between him and his former collaborator. “Real n****s stay real,” Ross said. “Was it something really deep? Nah. F**k that, though. But if it’s real, it’s real and that’s what it is.” His words suggest that the fallout wasn’t as personal as fans might have thought, leaving the door open for future peace.… Read more

Tiny Reveals Biggie Apologized To Xscape Moments Before His Death

During a recent interview on The Morning Hustle, Tameka “Tiny” Harris revealed a powerful moment that took place just minutes before the tragic death of The Notorious B.I.G.

According to Tiny, the legendary rapper took the opportunity to apologize for the controversial lyric he rapped about Xscape in his track “Just Playin’ (Dreams).” The infamous line, “I’ll f**k RuPaul before I f**k them ugly a** Xscape b**ches,” had long caused tension between Biggie and the R&B girl group.… Read more

Kai Cenat Missed The Met, But Crashed The Celeb Afterparty

Though Kai Cenat didn’t attend the 2025 Met Gala itself, he still managed to become one of the night’s most talked-about figures thanks to an exclusive invitation to the afterparty from Pharrell, one of the evening’s co-chairs.

The streaming superstar brought his massive audience along for the ride, streaming live from the event and giving fans a glimpse into an A-list gathering filled with music, fashion, and surprise encounters. Throughout the stream, Cenat seemed genuinely overwhelmed by the star power surrounding him.… Read more

Teacher Appreciation: Black Educators Who Saved Us

Throughout history, Black educators have played a vital role in shaping minds, breaking barriers, and fighting for equal access to education. Their dedication went far beyond the classroom, often intertwining with activism, leadership, and community empowerment.

Here are seven influential Black teachers whose legacies continue to impact, inspire and thrive today.

1. Mary McLeod Bethune (1875–1955)

With only $1.50 and a dream, Mary McLeod Bethune founded the Daytona Literary and Industrial Training School for Negro Girls in 1904.… Read more