Shirley Smith was surprised to learn on her 85th birthday that she would receive an honorary high school diploma. On June 1, Smith finally graduated from high school, 67 years after her initial anticipated graduation date, in front of her family and the community she has long served. The Americus resident told Fox News, “I’m thankful....

Usain Bolt, the legendary eight-time Olympic gold medalist, suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon during a charity soccer match on Sunday, compelling him to hit the brakes on his high-speed lifestyle. “Raptured Achilles,” Bolt posted on X following the game, “but done know we a warrior 💪🏿.” Bolt shared a photo from the locker room, showing...

A former prisoner from Texas, Keidrain Brewster, was recently honored with the esteemed Chaplaincy Department Award at the 29th Annual Governor’s Criminal Justice Volunteer Service Awards Ceremony. Individuals who have made noteworthy contributions to the community after being released from prison and who showed extraordinary dedication and commitment to their personal development and rehabilitation while...

Retired NBA star cum ESPN sports analyst Kendrick Perkins doesn’t seem too bothered after his former teammate LeBron James unfollowed him on X (formerly Twitter). Per the New York Post, Perkins, 39, responded to the news of the future Hall of Famer and NBA champion unfollowing him on the social media platform after an account...

Tory Lanez’s wife Raina Nancy Chassagne has filed for divorce from the incarcerated Canadian rapper and musician. Per PEOPLE, Chassagne’s divorce filing comes less than a year after the pair tied the knot. Chassagne in court documents obtained by the news outlet stated that she and the Jerry Sprunger singer got married on June 25,...

Malawi’s Vice President Saulos Chilima has died after a military aircraft he was flying in crashed in a forest in the north of the country. The 51-year-old leader was among 10 people including his wife who were killed when the small military plane crashed, the president said on Tuesday. This is a developing story

Roc Nation has been involved in several philanthropic activities. The company, led by Jay-Z, is turning its attention to Philadelphia, focusing on the education of low-income students. Roc Nation has announced plans to lead a multi-million-dollar educational campaign for underprivileged students in Philadelphia. The company plans to assist students in unlocking about $300 million in...

Nick Cannon has disclosed that he has taken out a $10 million insurance policy on his testicles. He determined the value based on “size, favorite features, and bedroom maneuvers” using Dr. Squatch’s Ball Valuation Tool. “Haters say it’s time for me to stop having kids and put this super sperm to rest, but I’m doubling...

To save her own life, Damiana Humphrey engaged in combat with a shark. The 19-year-old was on vacation in the Galveston region from Oklahoma with her family on May 28 when the incident happened. While Humphrey and her siblings were submerged in the water to about waist level, her sister-in-law noticed something dark in the...

The FBI released a 475-page document on Friday concerning the murder investigation of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman, weeks after O.J. Simpson’s death. The case, which captivated the nation, ended with Simpson’s acquittal on October 3, 1995. Simpson, who died on April 10 at age 76, was the subject of the 475-page FBI document...

Howard University has stripped Sean “Diddy” Combs of his honorary degree. The historically-black university in Washington DC took the decision after CNN published a CCTV video of the hip-hop producer hitting an ex-girlfriend in a hotel hallway. The university conferred the honorary degree on the musician in 2014. Also, the university would end a scholarship...

Even before he stops playing basketball, Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant is already planning his retirement. He has joined the D.C. United ownership group as an investor, making him one of the few active players to own a club. Being an investor in D.C United is significant for Grant because he grew up in...

After 33 years of providing foster care, Emma Patterson is finally retiring. The Montgomery County resident was recently recognized for her contributions to underprivileged children and her community. Despite having two biological children and adopting two of the kids she fostered, Patterson has provided care for more than thirty kids. To provide for her foster...

Though the 55-year-old actor was brought to tears when he tested his spice tolerance on the popular show “Hot Ones”, the experience does not compare with the hardest punch he had to take in the 2001 movie “Ali”. Will Smith had difficulty keeping his eyes open while tasting the show’s notoriously fiery hot sauces. Smith...

A deaf and mute rapper from Congo, MC Baba, has pushed the limits and redefined the meaning that disability does not necessarily mean inability. The internet sensation has gone viral with his unique rap style.   The rapper is seen in a music video where he uses unique rap sounds instead of words. MC Baba’s...

Kinna Thomas is a former Senior Buying Manager (Director) for Cakes and Pies at Walmart Stores, Inc. While at Walmart, she led a team of professionals to bring quality bakery products to over 4,500 store locations, according to HBCU Pulse. Her outstanding role in retail saw her crowned with the prestigious honor of Buyer of...

At age 22, Larry Morrow was already an entrepreneur. While still in college, he was into event management and has since worked with celebrities and sports stars amid his restaurant operations. He owned Larry’s Poboys & Wings, but it was soon closed and the experience would guide his next business moves. In 2018, he opened...

The Dallas Mavericks is the only NBA team with a Black CEO and GM, showing its commitment to diversity and inclusion in its leadership. In 2023, over 92 percent of the team presidents within the NBA were white, while 7.9 percent were African American, according to Statista. The Mavericks is making history and led by Cynthia...

After a student allegedly experienced trauma in one of his classes, a Connecticut town agreed to pay $100,000 to settle a lawsuit. The lawsuit, which was first filed in 2022 concerning the alleged incident in 2020, contends that a Vernon Center Middle School eighth-grade social studies teacher showed his class a documentary titled “Hip Hop:...

Idris Elba has said that his latest project was inspired by his familial ties with World War II. According to him, his grandfather played a significant role in the war before moving from Kansas City to West Africa, as reported by ABC. This informed the project for National Geographic titled “Erased: World War II’s Heroes...