Does Nikki Hailey Really Believe America Has Never Been Racist?
In news we didn't see coming presidential candidate and former governor Nikki Haley throws out a whopper observation
The Arduous Journey of Making Martin Luther King Day a Federal Holiday
It was far from easy getting MLK his much-deserved national holiday. Here is how it came together and why there's still work to be done
RJ Cyler Has Mastered Playing His Position—Now He's Ready to Lead
After co-starring in 'The Book of Clarence,' the actor is plotting the next phase of his career
How Jeymes Samuel Made a Black Biblical Classic
The visionary behind 'The Book of Clarence' speaks on clout chasing, unheard Jay-Z rhymes, and making Jesus Black
The Origin of Conjugal Visits in America
How they combined with Pig Laws and Convict Leasing to perpetuate slavery
Where Do Confederate Flags and Monuments Go Once They’re Removed?
Were they cast out or raised up?
We Asked a Bot if Being Called 'Daddy' During Sex Is Out of Bounds
We asked artificial intelligence about whether getting called "Daddy" in bed is hot or not
Will America Pay to Rebuild Gaza and the West Bank?
Or will it create a larger Israel?
A Dad's Guide to Curating a Man Cave You'll Never Want to Leave
A quiet space to reflect is more important than a place to get blitzed and watch the game
Was Street Fighter the Greatest Christmas Movie Of All Time?
It wasn't but that's besides the point.
A Sad Christmas Story Involving Siblings and Guns in Florida
An argument over presents had deadly results.
8 Reasons The Grinch Was Right All Along, Ranked
Oh, the Who-Manity!
Jonathan Majors' Verdict Proves His Race Was on Trial, Too
The question of race arises, not solely because Majors is Black and his then-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, whom he was found to have assaulted, is a blonde white girl.
What Did Christmas and New Year's Mean to the Enslaved?
For some enslaved people it was an opportunity to sing and dance. Others had to come to grips with seeing their families for the last time.
Rapper AZ and Datwon Thomas Return to Brooklyn's P.S. 9 to Provide Kids in Need With Coats
The charitable event will be an annual give back to their grade school
The 8 Worst Christmas Gifts You Could Ever Buy, Ranked
They say it's the thought that counts—but did you really think before buying these?
Chris Spencer Has Some Thoughts About 2023
The writer/director/podcaster has a new movie ('Back on the Strip') and plenty to say about this year's news cycle
The 9 Most Annoying Coworkers You'll Ever Encounter, Ranked
Sometimes one coworker has all these qualities… which makes them the office bully.
Why Do Black Men Keep Asking Black Women to Be More Feminine?
The answer is patriarchy—and it’s becoming rampant, from podcasts to everyday discourse
Why BEVEL and Overtime Elite’s Partnership is One of the Best Collaborations of 2023
Girard Hardy, BEVEL’s director of brand marketing, spoke with LEVEL about why this partnership is so symbiotic
We Debated an AI Bot About the Only Acceptable Way to Play Uno
You won’t want to skip this one
Why Aren’t We Hearing More About the 7 Million Displaced Congolese People?
Is this yet another case of racially selective empathy?
Cup Foods Sues Minneapolis For Lost Business Related to George Floyd's Killing
The city is accused of not properly policing the area, which has affected revenue.
The 10 Most-Mouthwatering Korean BBQ Dishes, Ranked
Warning: You will be very, very hungry by the end of this list
Sean Combs’ Sexual Assault Charges Starting to Affect His Businesses
The mogul has stepped down as chairman of REVOLT and lost his partnership with Capital Preparatory Schools
The 7 Most Annoying Drivers You'll Encounter on the Road, Ranked
It's not your imagination—drivers are getting worse out there
The Do's and Don'ts of Throwing Yourself a Divorce Party
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
His family and lawyer have complained about being left in the dark regarding details of the incident.
Jontha Links Is Living the Second-Generation American Dream
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?
The 8 Most Disappointing Dishes on Your Thanksgiving Table, Ranked
Let us not give thanks for these abominations that Americans keep ruining