Akon’s Purpose Is Much Bigger Than Music
The global superstar reflects on fatherhood, philanthropy, and learning to live in the moment
Race & Politics
Colonizers Are Running Out of Earth to Colonize, So Now They’re Working on the Moon
NASA hopes to have a permanent lunar base by 2025
Here’s Another Effect of Racism: Black Americans’ Brains Age Faster
A recent study finds racism can lead to early Alzheimer's
Millions of Americans Just Voted Against Banning Slavery
While four states will amend their constitutions to remove slavery loopholes, Louisiana’s remains intact
Culture
The 10 Most Mouthwatering Thanksgiving Sides, Ranked
Please enjoy this list conceived specifically to start fights. You’re welcome, and bon appetit!
Popular Demand
Relationships
Please Stop Telling Your Kids to Have a Plan B
There’s a difference between being practical and killing dreams
Self
I Had My First Colonoscopy and Lived to Joke About It
Wondering what to expect? Here's a cheeky first-hand account for the camera shy.
The Feed
Colonizers Are Running Out of Earth to Colonize, So Now They’re Working on the Moon
NASA hopes to have a permanent lunar base by 2025
The 10 Most Mouthwatering Thanksgiving Sides, Ranked
Please enjoy this list conceived specifically to start fights. You’re welcome, and bon appetit!
Akon’s Purpose Is Much Bigger Than Music
The global superstar reflects on fatherhood, philanthropy, and learning to live in the moment
The 11 Most Edible Thanksgiving Meats, Ranked
Another year, another dry-ass turkey
Remembering the Funniest Night in Twitter History
As the bird app goes down in flames, we recall fonder times—like when “USS Deadass” trended for hours
Here’s Another Effect of Racism: Black Americans’ Brains Age Faster
A recent study finds racism can lead to early Alzheimer's
Making Sense of the Mess Kyrie Irving Has Gotten Himself Into
On anti-Semitism, Black Hebrew Israelites, and American racism
The Lesson in Being Laid Off
Losing your job sucks, but with it comes a rare opportunity for recalibration
All Four Seasons of ‘Atlanta,’ Ranked
Let’s shed a thug tear for Donald Glover's magnum opus. 2016-2022. RIP.
Texas Teacher Fired Because He Couldn’t Help But Share Racist Views in Classroom
He said he believes white people are the “superior race”
Dave Chappelle’s ‘Saturday Night Live’ Monologue Is His Funniest Comedy Bit in Years
The comedy legend toed the line between provocative and problematic with a hilarious set that focused on Ye and anti-semitism
Inflation Is Cooling Down Just a Little Bit
The grocery bill is still too damn high, but economic course correction might be on the way
Ryan Coogler Put 'Wakanda Forever' in the Hands of Black Women—And It Paid Off
The filmmaker delivered a beautiful 'Black Panther' sequel that balances grief, love, feminism, and superhero escapades
Millions of Americans Just Voted Against Banning Slavery
While four states will amend their constitutions to remove slavery loopholes, Louisiana’s remains intact
Here’s Everything You Need to Know About RSV, the Viral Outbreak Endangering Young Children
It’s not the new Covid, but it’s still a pretty big deal
Credit Card Balances Have Hit a Historic High
With America's economy in shambles, people are living off borrowed money more than ever
Republicans’ Voter Suppression Tactics Are Going Into Overdrive
They’re fighting to disqualify mail-in ballots cast in swing states. Are you ready for the next installment of The Big Lie?
Sleep Can Save You From Developing Chronic Illnesses
A new study indicates beauty rest could prolong your life
The Housing Market Has Never Been Worse for Young Black People
Information has been collected since 1981, and the numbers have never been as stark
How Jay-Z Wrestled With His Budding Stardom on 'In My Lifetime, Vol. 1'
Twenty-five years ago, Shawn Carter’s sophomore album documented his strides and stumbles into prominence
Drake's Joke About Megan The Stallion Getting Shot Is Not Funny
A dumb lyric from 'Her Loss' reveals once again how hip-hop fails to protect Black women
All 15 Drake Album and Mixtape Covers, Ranked
Which artwork is the best he ever had?
The Supreme Court Is Coming For Affirmative Action Next
SCOTUS could set a pivotal new precedent
Takeoff’s Death Should’ve Never Been Filmed and Shared for Public Consumption
We’ve seen far too many images of dying or deceased Black men
Catching Up With Spliff Star, The Unsung Hero of This Summer’s Most Epic Music Tour
Busta Rhymes’ "right hand" speaks on his new single, health battles, and why he's more than just a hype man
Former NBA Star Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf’s Autobiography Is a Must Read for Socially Conscious Sports Fans
‘In the Blink of an Eye’ is released by Kaepernick Publishing
Elon Musk Is Already Turning Twitter Into a Hate Speech Salon
A deluge of vitriol has filled the platform since the free speech advocate acquired it
Penn State Scraps Racial Justice Center, Proving the Black Square Era of Allyship Was B.S.
The center would’ve cost a mere $1 million per year to operate
Tyrese Gibson and Terrence Howard Are Out to Topple For-Profit Prisons
The dynamic duo discusses their new film, ‘The System.’ We also asked Jodie what he thinks about Kendrick Lamar’s “We Cry Together.”
The Sad Irony of Herschel Walker’s Fake Police Badge
This ridiculous Senate hopeful and wannabe cop has a history of abusive and hypocritical behavior