As a Day One superfan of Beyond the Gates, touring the show's set at Assembly Studios was a dream come true. From standing in iconic locations like Garland Memorial Hospital and the Dupree family home to hearing Executive Producer Sheila Ducksworth share the intentionality behind every detail, the experience revealed why the series resonates with so many viewers. More than a soap opera, Beyond the Gates is a celebration of authentic storytelling, representation, and the peopl

When a celebrity announces a new partnership, the conversation often extends far beyond the deal itself. In today's culture, public figures are increasingly judged not only by what they say, but by who they partner with, what they support, and even what they choose not to address. As debates surrounding celebrity accountability continue to grow, one question remains: are we holding celebrities accountable for their actions, or are we assigning beliefs and values they never pu

The future of design is bold, innovative, and deeply rooted in culture and HBCUs are helping lead the way. Across the country, students are turning creativity into impact, bringing fresh perspectives to fashion, graphic design, architecture, technology, and beyond. These institutions aren't just educating future designers; they're helping shape the future of entire industries.

Still waiting for the breakthrough you've been praying for? Discover why God's timing may look different from yours and how to hold onto faith when life isn't unfolding on your schedule.

From Love Island USA to Big Brother, a repetitive cycle of "catch, remove, and apologize" is exposing a massive industry problem. Is racism hard to spot and why are cast members of color are paying the price.

At just 5’1, Taylor Tookes is proving that presence matters more than height in the fashion industry. From walking in London Fashion Week to advocating for greater inclusivity in modeling, the trailblazing model is challenging outdated beauty standards while inspiring petite women to take up space unapologetically. In this exclusive conversation, Taylor opens up about rejection, representation, Pride Month, and why fashion still has work to do when it comes to true inclusion.

Inside the 12th Annual Truth Awards: A powerful night celebrating Black LGBTQ+ excellence, love, empathy and unapologetic truth.

The traditional gatekeepers of the music industry just received a loud, unmistakable wake-up call. ​In a groundbreaking move that permanently blurs the lines between reality television dominance and major-label power, Atlantic Records has officially announced a historic partnership with Zeus Music, the music division of the streaming powerhouse The Zeus Network. The collaboration comes just under two months since Zeus signing their "first lady" of Zeus Music, La Biggie, and r

She stopped waiting on the group chat to agree on dates. She booked the flight, packed her bag, and went. And she has never looked back.

There's a fine line between believing in someone and building your life around a version of them that doesn't exist yet. Let's talk about it.

When trends are copy-pasted, who owns the art? We dive into the struggle for narrative ownership and credit in the competitive beauty industry.

You don't need a $400 sauna blanket or a 14-step morning routine to be well, sis. The biggest wellness shift of 2026 is going back to basics, and the habits that actually move the needle are free, simple, and a little boring. Here's why walking, drinking your water, and learning to say no without the three-paragraph apology are the real glow up.

After nearly a decade away, Floetry reunited to close out their 17-city Say Yes Tour, and sis, the night was everything. From surprise appearances to an emotional survivor moment, here's how the iconic duo reminded us why their music still hits.

By Renee Creer Last week I had the opportunity to attend an early screening of Aleshea Harris “Is God Is”, originally a stage play turned film. Amazon MGM Studios And my… This film hit me in so many ways. While I’m not a twin, my older sisters are identical twins and being on the outside looking in, there is something magical about that twin connection. We all know the “universal Black person look”, where we know what we are thinking without saying a word. But it’s on a diffe