What's On Today - Thursday

Cardi B Defends Met Gala Carpet Flub On Chinese Gown Designer

Cardi B addressed the backlash she received after a verbal flub made while she was at the Met Gala about the Chinese designer of her gown.

A controversy turned what was supposed to be a captivating night for Cardi B at the Met Gala into drama due to a flub that she made during a red-carpet interview. The rapper was being interviewed by Emma Chamberlain of Vogue magazine at the event Monday (May 6) about her stunning mile-long dress, which Chamberlain complimented her on before asking who the designer was.… Read more

VP Kamala Harris Delivers Surprise Video To HBCU Students For Their Commencement Ceremonies

A handful of HBCU students were delivered a surprise congratulatory message from Vice President Kamala Harris during their commencement ceremonies this week, according to the Associated Press. The Democrat, 59, sent words of wisdom and encouragement to graduating HBCU students.

“As a proud HBCU graduate, I know firsthand the value of attending an institution like yours,” said Harris, the first Black and South Asian VP,  inside the endearing pre-recorded video.

“You leave here having been taught that you can do and be anything.… Read more

Mother’s Day: Mapping Where The Best Black Maternal Health Care Is In The U.S.

This year’s installment of Mother’s Day ironically comes as women’s reproductive rights are under attack as a growing number of states enact increasingly restrictive laws governing women’s health care.

With data confirming that Black mothers disproportionately experience unexpected newborn complications, it’s not hard to tell who is affected most amid the sweeping legislative efforts that have wide-ranging outcomes.

MORE: Seven Ways Racism Harms Pregnant Black Women

Just last week, Florida – where nearly 20% of females aged 15 to 44 are Black – enacted a ban on abortions for women who are more than six weeks pregnant.… Read more

Viral Video Of Pastor Keion Henderson Hushing Church Member Spotlights The ‘Difference Between Disturbance And Worship’

Viral Video Of Pastor Keion Henderson Hushing Church Member Spotlights The ‘Difference Between D

How can you tell if someone is truly worshiping or just putting on a show? That’s the question at hand after a video surfaced this weekend of Pastor Keion Henderson hushing a church member during worship. The viral clip posted by The Shade Room shows a woman crying out loudly then Pastor Keion snapping his fingers brazenly and saying, “Hush.… Read more

Brittney Griner’s New Memoir Recalls Russian Prison: ‘I Didn’t Know How Resilient I Was’

Brittney Griner‘s book Coming Home was released on Tuesday. In the book, she details the ten months she spent detained in Russia. The 6’9 center for the Phoenix Mercury was held in the country she played basketball in after she accidentally packed THC vape cartridges in her luggage.

Griner, now 33, details the harsh conditions and the challenges of being in captivity. The world saw her trial, where a handcuffed Griner was taken back and forth to a courtroom where she was forced to sit and watch the proceedings in a cage, per Russian convention.… Read more

Ode To Us Wellness Helps Women Of Color Decide If Motherhood Is For Them And Here’s How

Are you uncertain about embracing motherhood? Ode to Us Wellness offers a distinct service to assist you in making this life-altering decision. This maternal health hub, founded by Brittany Dandy, utilizes a unique approach to guide women through a mental wellness journey, helping them decipher if motherhood is the right path for them.

Whether you’re considering motherhood or are already a mother, Ode to Us Wellness has you covered. Through its Maybe Motherhood membership program, the organization offers a range of support, including coaching, financial planning, and a vibrant, supportive community.… Read more

Kendrick Lamar’s Catalog Streaming Numbers Rise As Drake’s Drops

Kendrick Lamar’s verbal war with Drake is boosting his streaming catalog numbers and whittling his rival’s own down.

According to reports, the heated battle between Kendrick Lamar and Drake is carrying over to streaming as the former’s catalog is outpacing the other. The battle between Kendrick Lamar and Drake saw Lamar issue four tracks beginning with “Euphoria” which entered the Billboard Hot 100 charts at number 11 and garnered 27.6 million audio demand streams from May 3 to May 6 according to Luminate.… Read more

Travis Scott, Live Nation Settle Majority Of Astroworld Wrongful Death Lawsuits

Travis Scott and Live Nation have reportedly settled a majority of the wrongful death lawsuits brought against them in the wake of the Astroworld tragedy. Out of 10 wrongful death lawsuits to emerge after the incident, one case went to trial this week.

As reported by the Associated Press, the bulk of the wrongful death lawsuits have been settled including the case of Madison Dubiski, 23, a Houston native who was one of the people killed in the tragic incident.… Read more

50 Cent Sues Ex Daphne Joy, Citing Defamation Over Rape Allegations

50 Cent is now suing his ex, Daphne Joy claiming that she defamed him with comments made in a post on social media.

According to reports, 50 Cent has filed a defamation lawsuit against his ex-girlfriend, Daphne Joy. In the documents of the filing, the rapper and entertainment mogul said that Joy “falsely and publicly” accused him of “rape and physical abuse” during their relationship. 50 Cent also claims that she made a “purposeful attempt to, on information and belief, destroy his personal and business reputation, harm Jackson’s commercial and business interests, negatively affect his custody case, and prevent him from seeing his minor son.”… Read more

+ More
Genesys
VITAL
CrossTown Home Team
Paisley Park
Hennepin Healthcare
NorthPoint
Mystic Lake
Timberwolves
Summit Academy
US Bank
Brookdale Health