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Sean Combs’ Sexual Assault Charges Starting to Affect His Businesses
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Sean Combs’ Sexual Assault Charges Starting to Affect His Businesses

LEVEL Editors Nov 29, 2023

The mogul has stepped down as chairman of REVOLT and lost his partnership with Capital Preparatory Schools

Man driving while holding coffee and looking at his phone
Photo: Don Mason

The 7 Most Annoying Drivers You'll Encounter on the Road, Ranked

Omar L. Gallaga, Jeana Ring Nov 28, 2023

It's not your imagination—drivers are getting worse out there

A divorced man eating cake
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The Do's and Don'ts of Throwing Yourself a Divorce Party

Omar L. Gallaga Nov 28, 2023

We asked artificial intelligence about the protocol for celebrating the end of a marriage

Derek Chauvin in Stable Condition After Being Stabbed in Federal Prison
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Derek Chauvin in Stable Condition After Being Stabbed in Federal Prison

LEVEL Editors Nov 26, 2023

His family and lawyer have complained about being left in the dark regarding details of the incident.

Jontha Links
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Jontha Links Is Living the Second-Generation American Dream

Peter A. Berry Nov 21, 2023

Shamik Ganguly and Conrad “Connie” Kisunzu quit their six-figure Silicon Valley careers to become real-life rockstars. You still jazzed about snacks at the office?

A pot of deeply disappointing mashed potatoes
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The 8 Most Disappointing Dishes on Your Thanksgiving Table, Ranked

Omar L. Gallaga, Jeana Ring Nov 20, 2023

Let us not give thanks for these abominations that Americans keep ruining

Tyler Perry in 'Maxine's Baby: The Tyler Perry Story'
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‘Maxine’s Baby’ Aims to Paint a Full Picture of Tyler Perry

John Kennedy Nov 17, 2023

Filmmakers Gelila Bekele and Armani Ortiz speak about capturing another side of the mogul in their new documentary

André 3000's 'New Blue Sun'
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Every Song on André 3000's 'New Blue Sun' Album, Ranked Solely By Title

Luke Fox Nov 17, 2023

Dré has a lot to say

A dad ponders good first cars for his daughter, who is a new driver
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Kids Drive You Crazy, and Then They Just Drive You

Omar L. Gallaga Nov 17, 2023

The driver's permit rite of passage is a big one—both for you and for your teen

Here's Every Visual Reference From Drake and J. Cole's "First Person Shooter" Music Video
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Here's Every Visual Reference From Drake and J. Cole's "First Person Shooter" Music Video

LEVEL Editors Nov 16, 2023

Did you catch them all?

AI Assures Us It Won't Destroy Humanity By Rapping to Us All Friendly Like
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AI Assures Us It Won't Destroy Humanity By Rapping to Us All Friendly Like

Omar L. Gallaga Nov 15, 2023

With bars like this, how dangerous could artificial intelligence be?

A child at daycare
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New Dads: Beware of the Astronomical Cost of Daycare

Omar L. Gallaga Nov 13, 2023

Lots of parents have weighed the costs and benefits and found childcare costs unworkable

White Folks Will Be a Minority in America in 2045
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White Folks Will Be a Minority in America in 2045

William Spivey Nov 12, 2023

Will they continue to hold a majority of the power?

Don Pooh
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The Unbelievable Rise of Don Pooh and His Restaurant Empire

Jermaine Hall Nov 10, 2023

With a top-tier resume in the hospitality business, this Brooklyn giant reveals how to eat good in the food industry

Kendrick Lamar at One MusicFest 20
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How One MusicFest Became the Annual Festival You Can’t Miss

Amayah Spence Nov 10, 2023

Founder Jason “J” Carter reflects on his Atlanta festival’s continual growth

An unbothered white man sipping coffee with his cat
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9 Things White People Never Have to Think About, Ranked

Omar L. Gallaga, Jeana Ring Nov 8, 2023

White people never have to worry about these nine realities for people of color

Here's What AI Samuel L. Jackson Thinks You Should Get Kids for Christmas
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Here's What AI Samuel L. Jackson Thinks You Should Get Kids for Christmas

Omar L. Gallaga Nov 7, 2023

We asked an AI robot about gift-buying for children, but with a celebrity's (virtual) touch

Photo still from the film 'Story Ave'
Photo: Kino Lorber

Screenwriter Bonsu Thompson Has a ‘Story’ to Tell

H. Drew Blackburn Nov 6, 2023

The legendary hip-hop journalist turned filmmaker talks the state of rap media, his podcast, and co-writing the indie darling ‘Story Ave’

Parent disciplining his daughter
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How to Discipline Your Kids When You're a Big Ol' Softie

Omar L. Gallaga Nov 6, 2023

No dad wants to be The Bad Guy, but you should at least strive to be The Fair Guy

Black man on phone
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The 11 Most Annoying Texts You'll Ever Receive, Ranked

Omar L. Gallaga, Jeana Ring Nov 2, 2023

Every sender of these deserves to get blocked

Martin Lawrence as Mama Payne
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Here’s How to Handle an Overbearing In-Law

Omar L. Gallaga, Jeana Ring Nov 2, 2023

We asked an AI robot how to deal with a family member who's creating family discord—and making you miserable

A white man sits in a chair while people around him are blurred
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The Reality Behind the Great Replacement Theory

William Spivey Nov 2, 2023

What are White folks really afraid of?

Justin Simien
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How Justin Simien Woke Up Hollywood

John Kennedy Oct 31, 2023

The creator of ‘Dear White People’ and director of ‘Haunted Mansion’ opens up about his filmmaking journey

Cheesecake Factory
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Social Media Has Ruined Dating For Us All

Jamal Robinson Oct 30, 2023

If you're still in the market for a romantic partner, godspeed

Don’t Be Scared to Spook Your Precious Young Children With Horror Films
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Don’t Be Scared to Spook Your Precious Young Children With Horror Films

Omar L. Gallaga Oct 26, 2023

In our family, scary movies are a rite of passage

Who Would Be on the Mount Rushmore of Stylish Rappers?
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Who Would Be on the Mount Rushmore of Stylish Rappers?

Kemet High Oct 26, 2023

Sowmya Krishnamurthy, author of 'Fashion Killa: How Hip-Hop Revolutionized High Fashion,' identifies hip-hop's drip gods

Chris Rock
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Is Chris Rock Really the Best Person to Direct an MLK Biopic?

Allison Gaines Oct 24, 2023

Here's why I have mixed feelings

The 10 Worst Try-Hard 'Sexy' Halloween Costumes, Ranked
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The 10 Worst Try-Hard 'Sexy' Halloween Costumes, Ranked

Omar L. Gallaga, Jeana Ring Oct 24, 2023

Nothing wrong with sexy, but maybe not if it makes everyone else feel weird and gross?

Drake performing at Lollapalooza Chile 2023
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Some of Y’all Are Being Real Hypocritical About Drake

Peter A. Berry Oct 20, 2023

What if this is who Drake is, truly?

Cooking for My Kids Feeds My Soul and Theirs
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Cooking for My Kids Feeds My Soul and Theirs

Omar L. Gallaga Oct 20, 2023

It can be a quick lunch or an elaborate dinner, but meal prep is meaningful

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