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Deshaun Watson’s Suspension Is a Joke
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Deshaun Watson’s Suspension Is a Joke

Michael Arceneaux Aug 3, 2022

Dozens of sexual misconduct claims against the Cleveland Browns QB resulted in a mere six-game punishment. How is this okay?

The Words I Wish I Said to Bill Russell
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The Words I Wish I Said to Bill Russell

William Spivey Aug 2, 2022

Remembering an NBA legend whose influence extended far beyond the hardwood

Is My Casual Attire Too Loose For Corner Office Consideration?
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Is My Casual Attire Too Loose For Corner Office Consideration?

The Only Black Guy in the Office Aug 2, 2022

Why I’ve decided to code switch my workplace drip

Looks Like 'Game of Thrones' Fans Are Just As Racist As 'Star Wars' Nerds
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Looks Like 'Game of Thrones' Fans Are Just As Racist As 'Star Wars' Nerds

Omar L. Gallaga Aug 1, 2022

Fans of the HBO series self-destruct after upcoming prequel 'House of the Dragon' casts Black actor Steve Toussaint as a main character

Turns Out, European Cricket Teams Are Embarrassingly Racist
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Turns Out, European Cricket Teams Are Embarrassingly Racist

Omar L. Gallaga Jul 29, 2022

A reckoning comes for England and Scotland squads. Who would’ve thought?

I Had My First Colonoscopy and Lived to Joke About It
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I Had My First Colonoscopy and Lived to Joke About It

Omar L. Gallaga Jul 28, 2022

Wondering what to expect? Here's a cheeky first-hand account for the camera shy.

Dvsn's Cheating Anthem “If I Get Caught” Is Musical Clickbait
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Dvsn's Cheating Anthem “If I Get Caught” Is Musical Clickbait

Michael Arceneaux Jul 27, 2022

Pronounced “division,” the R&B duo is living up to its name with its new toxic song about toxic love

Can Ryan Coogler's ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Save the MCU?
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Can Ryan Coogler's ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Save the MCU?

Peter A. Berry Jul 27, 2022

Trailing the most successful solo superhero film without its titular character is an experiment of epic proportions. And it just might be what turns the tide after a stretch of meh Marvel movies

A Mississippi Rapper Claims Biggie Copied His Song to Make “Juicy.” Here's Why It Could All Be a Big Coincidence.
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A Mississippi Rapper Claims Biggie Copied His Song to Make “Juicy.” Here's Why It Could All Be a Big Coincidence.

Peter A. Berry Jul 26, 2022

The Notorious B1’s 1993 single “Big Daddy” also samples Mtume’s “Juicy Fruit.”

You Will Need to Watch Jordan Peele’s ‘Nope’ Twice

You Will Need to Watch Jordan Peele’s ‘Nope’ Twice

Scott Woods Jul 25, 2022

The ambitious and ever-unpredictable blockbuster requires multiple viewings to truly appreciate its greatness

The New Trailer for ‘Atlanta’ Season 4 Is Loaded With Easter Eggs (And an Ostrich Egg)
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The New Trailer for ‘Atlanta’ Season 4 Is Loaded With Easter Eggs (And an Ostrich Egg)

Peter A. Berry Jul 22, 2022

The series’ final season premieres in September

Jamal Jordan
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Jamal Jordan Wants to Tell 100 Stories of Elderly Queer Love Before It’s Too Late

Peter A. Berry Jul 22, 2022

The author and journalist speaks on documenting his ‘Old & Queer’ video series

Herschel Walker Is a Joke. These Black Senate Candidates Are Not.
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Herschel Walker Is a Joke. These Black Senate Candidates Are Not.

Michael Arceneaux Jul 21, 2022

Why are they being overlooked?

Dave Chappelle Remains Wrong and Strong on ‘What’s in a Name?’
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Dave Chappelle Remains Wrong and Strong on ‘What’s in a Name?’

Peter A. Berry Jul 20, 2022

While at times endearing, the Netflix special finds the comic running into the same walls regarding cancel culture and free speech

Sesame Place Has Been Treating Black Kids Like Oscar the Grouch
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Sesame Place Has Been Treating Black Kids Like Oscar the Grouch

Peter A. Berry Jul 19, 2022

Brought to you by the letter 'R'

My Viral Tweet About Police Brutality Made Bank—And I Didn’t See a Dime
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My Viral Tweet About Police Brutality Made Bank—And I Didn’t See a Dime

Andreas Hale Jul 19, 2022

"We march, y'all mad" was just an offhand Twitter post before outfitting BLM protests, raking in dough, and leaving its creator behind

Are You Ready for a Tyler Perry Spoof Film?
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Are You Ready for a Tyler Perry Spoof Film?

Peter A. Berry Jul 19, 2022

The actor and filmmaker is a target of 'Not Another Church Movie'

Las Vegas' Latest Attraction Is a Lynching Display
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Las Vegas' Latest Attraction Is a Lynching Display

Peter A. Berry Jul 18, 2022

Sin City is living up to its name

Racists Are Tormenting Minnesota Residents With Bags of Rice
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Racists Are Tormenting Minnesota Residents With Bags of Rice

John Kennedy Jul 16, 2022

Uncle Ben did not die for this shit

Kevin Hart and Jay-Z Just Dropped a Blueprint for Discussing Daddy Issues
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Kevin Hart and Jay-Z Just Dropped a Blueprint for Discussing Daddy Issues

Peter A. Berry Jul 15, 2022

The two superstars go deep on how they've healed from paternal voids

My Mother’s Words Still Make Me Cry
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My Mother’s Words Still Make Me Cry

Nelson George Jul 14, 2022

Dementia has taken the mind of the woman who raised me, but it can’t make me forget the life she lived.

The Only Way to Stop a Bad Guy With a Gun Is a Good Guy With a Gun Standing Nearby Doing Nothing
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The Only Way to Stop a Bad Guy With a Gun Is a Good Guy With a Gun Standing Nearby Doing Nothing

Carlos Greaves Jul 14, 2022

Leaked surveillance video of Uvalde cops idling during a horrific school shooting has proved this much

It's a (Bad) Choice to Collaborate With Tory Lanez
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It's a (Bad) Choice to Collaborate With Tory Lanez

Michael Arceneaux Jul 13, 2022

Riding high off his recent Verzuz performance, Mario is working with Megan Thee Stallion's accused shooter—the same man he previously criticized. Make it make sense!

A Musical Guide to Showtime’s ‘Supreme Team’ Docuseries
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A Musical Guide to Showtime’s ‘Supreme Team’ Docuseries

John Kennedy Jul 12, 2022

Listen to the songs that chronicled tales of the Queens, New York drug lords of the '80s and '90s

Oh Great: Robots Are Racially Profiling Now, Too
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Oh Great: Robots Are Racially Profiling Now, Too

Peter A. Berry Jul 11, 2022

Pull the plug!

It’s Officially Time to Cancel Forced Fun at Work
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It’s Officially Time to Cancel Forced Fun at Work

The Only Black Guy in the Office Jul 11, 2022

Trust, I have plenty of good times on the weekends. Can we not?

6 Reasons Kittens Suck, Ranked
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6 Reasons Kittens Suck, Ranked

Omar L. Gallaga Jul 11, 2022

The cuteness is how they get ya!

The Hoochie Daddy Anthem You Didn’t Know You Needed Has Arrived
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The Hoochie Daddy Anthem You Didn’t Know You Needed Has Arrived

Peter A. Berry Jul 8, 2022

Giving cuffing season a whole new meaning!

15 Questions We Have About Jerone Davison's Bizarre "Democrats in Hoods" Political Ad
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15 Questions We Have About Jerone Davison's Bizarre "Democrats in Hoods" Political Ad

Carlos Greaves Jul 7, 2022

The viral clip depicts Arizona's congressional GOP hopeful standing his ground against Democrats dressed as klansmen. WTF?

This ‘Atlanta’ Fan Theory Is So Crazy It Might Actually Be True
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This ‘Atlanta’ Fan Theory Is So Crazy It Might Actually Be True

Peter A. Berry Jul 7, 2022

Spoiler alert?

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