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Simone Biles says she ‘almost died’ during frightening health scare, reminding fans even superheroes need rest

The Olympic icon shared that she recently experienced what she called one of the scariest moments of her life, prompting an outpouring of support and renewed conversations about health, recovery, and the pressures placed on high-achieving Black women.

When Simone Biles speaks, people listen.

Not just because she’s the most decorated gymnast in history, but because over the past several years, she has become one of the most influential voices in sports when it comes to conversations about mental health, boundaries, and what it means to prioritize yourself in a culture that often rewards self-sacrifice.… Read more

Exclusive: The Story Of Earth, Wind & Fire Comes To Life In Questlove’s Latest Documentary

By Okla Jones ·Updated June 7, 2026

It’s hard to put into words what Earth, Wind & Fire means to me. I was first introduced to their music on a rainy Saturday morning in New Orleans—I was helping my mother rearrange some of the old vinyl records that sat in our living room. Similar to most Black families, the Soul sounds of the 1970s and 80s served as the backdrop to a home in need of a bit of tidying up.… Read more

Bill Cosby ordered to pay sex abuse victim nearly $60M after judge denies request for new trial

Cosby was found liable in March in relation to a 2023 lawsuit alleging he sexually abused a former waitress after a show of his in 1972.

Bill Cosby‘s attempt to have a new trial in relation to a March judgment that said the disgraced comedian had to pay an alleged victim $19 million has been denied.

A Los Angeles County Judge stated Friday that there wasn’t “any irregularity” proven by Cosby in the need for a new trial and that the judgment, which also included $40 million in punitive damages, was not “excessive,” according to the Los Angeles Times.… Read more

Steph Curry ends sneaker free agency with massive 10-year deal with Chinese company Li-Ning

The four-time champion and two-time NBA MVP left his previous sneaker home, Under Armour, after a 13-year partnership that helped elevate UA to be a major player in the sneaker game.

Months after cutting ties with Under Armour and starting one of the more intriguing business free agencies in recent memory, NBA star Steph Curry has a new sneaker partner: Chinese company Li-Ning.

Curry made the announcement on social media, touting that his Curry Brand would expand its golf and lifestyle divisions with the company.… Read more

Dexter Wansel, Philly soul legend with vast family legacy who produced Teddy Pendergrass’ ‘Love TKO,’ dies at 75

His son, Andrew “Pop” Wansel, shared the news of his death on social media, saying his father fought illness for nearly 20 years.

Days after Philadelphia’s music scene had a moment at the Roots Picnic, the community is mourning one of its brightest stars.

Dexter Wansel, a Philly soul and jazz pioneer whose work with the likes of Lou Rawls led to Grammy wins and crafted one of the most-sampled songs in hip-hop history, has died.… Read more

Thank You…Rest in Power, Larry Fitzgerald Sr.

Today, we join the Minnesota community in mourning the loss of Larry Fitzgerald Sr., a legendary sports broadcaster, journalist, mentor, and community leader.

For decades, Larry Sr. was a trusted voice in Minnesota media, breaking barriers and setting a standard of excellence in sports journalism. His dedication to storytelling, his commitment to truth, and his passion for uplifting the community left a lasting impact on countless lives.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Larry Sr. was a devoted father, family man, and role model whose influence extended far beyond the microphone and newsroom.… Read more

Queen Latifah Is Sharing Her Family On Her Terms: ‘I Don’t Need To Say Everything About My Private Life’

By ESSENCE Editors ·Updated May 24, 2026 < /Getting your Trinity Audio player ready…

The post Queen Latifah Is Sharing Her Family On Her Terms: ‘I Don’t Need To Say Everything About My Private Life’ appeared first on Essence.

Source: Article Archive – Essence | Essence

Queen Latifah seems to be in a really happy place in her life, and her family is a big part of that. That’s probably why the Oscar nominee is so protective of them and her personal business.… Read more

Prevent And Protect: Now Is The Time To Get Ready For Menopause

By Eman Bare ·Updated May 24, 2026 < /Getting your Trinity Audio player ready…

Every time I learn something new about women’s health, I feel a profound sense of grief. At the center is always rage. Why did I not know this before? I ask myself. How many women in my lineage – in all of our lineages – died without ever knowing this information? That is, without ever knowing how to exist in communion with our bodies.When… Read more

New filing shows Slutty Vegan founder Pinky Cole is $4 million in debt

When Pinky Cole first filed in February, she reported owing around $1.4 million.

A new court filing from Slutty Vegan founder Pinky Cole claims that she is $4 million in debt.

The Atlanta Business Chronicle, which first broke the news that Cole filed for bankruptcy in February, reported that the amended claim comes after Cole hired a bankruptcy attorney, Jamie Christy of Schreeder, Wheeler & Flint, after originally filing without legal counsel. The 37-year-old entrepreneur reported the new total on May 19.… Read more

How Dressing Up Shapes My Dating Life

By Larry Stansbury ·

I will admit something that still feels tender to say out loud: I have never been in a real relationship. I have never truly dated, never been seriously asked out, and if I am being honest with myself, fashion has always been somewhere in the middle of that story.

I do not get dressed casually; I get dressed intentionally. Some days that looks like a SHEIN cropped dress shirt paired with tailored trousers that hug my waist just right, and other days it becomes a semi-femme moment—a denim jumpsuit, a bodysuit, or glossed lips, or a subtle beat of makeup using m.ph… Read more