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Nipsey Hussle’s Killer Has Been Convicted—But It Does Not Feel Like Closure
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Nipsey Hussle’s Killer Has Been Convicted—But It Does Not Feel Like Closure

Peter A. Berry Jul 6, 2022

Eric Holder Jr.’s guilty verdict cannot undo the untimely loss of a generational man and musician

Macy Gray Deserves All the Smoke for Her Transphobia
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Macy Gray Deserves All the Smoke for Her Transphobia

Michael Arceneaux Jul 6, 2022

The singer should’ve just sat there and ate her rice

7 Build-A-Bears That Shouldn't Exist, Ranked
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7 Build-A-Bears That Shouldn't Exist, Ranked

Omar L. Gallaga Jul 5, 2022

Nothing cute about these plush monstrosities

Florida Outlaws Loud Car Audio, Which Is Definitely, Probably, Most Likely Targeting Black People
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Florida Outlaws Loud Car Audio, Which Is Definitely, Probably, Most Likely Targeting Black People

Peter A. Berry Jul 2, 2022

Reason #2845 not to visit the union’s most notorious state

Serial Investor Baron Davis Wants to Help You Score in the Metaverse
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Serial Investor Baron Davis Wants to Help You Score in the Metaverse

Peter A. Berry Jun 30, 2022

Free business advice from one of basketball's most feared ballers

America’s Unhealthy Relationship With Religion
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America’s Unhealthy Relationship With Religion

Scott Woods Jun 29, 2022

The divide between church and state is crumbling. And the reason is all about power.

9 'Toy Story' Characters Most Likely to Get a Spinoff Film, Ranked
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9 'Toy Story' Characters Most Likely to Get a Spinoff Film, Ranked

Carlos Greaves Jun 29, 2022

'Lightyear' failed to go to infinity and beyond at the box office. How would these other Pixar creations fare?

Miami Police Officer Claims Veiled Death Threat Is Merely Seat Belt Advice
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Miami Police Officer Claims Veiled Death Threat Is Merely Seat Belt Advice

Peter A. Berry Jun 29, 2022

Buckle up—your life depends on it

7 Reasons Employers Can’t Find Workers to Hire, Ranked
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7 Reasons Employers Can’t Find Workers to Hire, Ranked

Omar L. Gallaga Jun 28, 2022

Death to soul-sucking jobs with terrible perks!

Men Should Be Louder Than Women in the Fight for Abortion Rights
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Men Should Be Louder Than Women in the Fight for Abortion Rights

Michael Arceneaux Jun 27, 2022

Honestly, they didn't create this problem

American Women’s Bodies Are Under Attack. Here’s How You Can Help.
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American Women’s Bodies Are Under Attack. Here’s How You Can Help.

Peter A. Berry Jun 24, 2022

The Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade affects us all. These organizations are fighting back.

Forgive Me Beyoncé, For I Have Sinned
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Forgive Me Beyoncé, For I Have Sinned

Michael Arceneaux Jun 24, 2022

A BeyHive member confesses ambivalence for "Break My Soul"

6 Red Flag Phrases in Mexican Restaurant Yelp Reviews, Ranked
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6 Red Flag Phrases in Mexican Restaurant Yelp Reviews, Ranked

Omar L. Gallaga Jun 24, 2022

Were they written by White people? Probably!

The Supreme Court Doesn’t Give a Fuck About Gun Control
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The Supreme Court Doesn’t Give a Fuck About Gun Control

Peter A. Berry Jun 23, 2022

Today's ruling on New York's concealed carry law makes that perfectly clear

The Beauty (and Burdens) of Cordial Co-Parenting
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The Beauty (and Burdens) of Cordial Co-Parenting

David Kaufman Jun 22, 2022

My ex and I have set aside our problems for our children’s sake. The real challenge is getting our friends and family to understand.

We Asked For Growth. Drake Gave Us House.
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We Asked For Growth. Drake Gave Us House.

Peter A. Berry Jun 22, 2022

‘Honestly, Nevermind’ is a sonic refresh for Drake, but has he actually evolved?

Remote Employees Returning to the Office Is a Flex
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Remote Employees Returning to the Office Is a Flex

The Only Black Guy in the Office Jun 21, 2022

The wave of office reopenings is upon us. Surprise, surprise: I don’t hate it here.

A White People's Guide to Not Making an Ass of Yourself This Juneteenth
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A White People's Guide to Not Making an Ass of Yourself This Juneteenth

Allison Gaines Jun 18, 2022

Forward this to the festive, well-meaning Caucasian in your crew

The 31 Best Black Sitcom Dads on TV

The 31 Best Black Sitcom Dads on TV

LEVEL Editors Jun 17, 2022

Happy Father’s Day to the dads out there — fictional and otherwise

The Burden of Black Dads Who Grew Up Fatherless
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The Burden of Black Dads Who Grew Up Fatherless

David Kaufman Jun 17, 2022

Society doesn’t expect much from Black men, which makes showing up as fathers that much more crucial

6 Most Embarrassing Celebrity Boxing Matches, Ranked
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6 Most Embarrassing Celebrity Boxing Matches, Ranked

Peter A. Berry Jun 16, 2022

Blac Chyna vs. Alysia Magen got nothing on these famous-folk fights

Instead of the Economic Justice You Asked For, Here's One Paid Vacation Day
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Instead of the Economic Justice You Asked For, Here's One Paid Vacation Day

Carlos Greaves Jun 16, 2022

Happy Juneteenth, from your company's CEO ✊🏻

What You Can Learn From Lizzo’s “GRRRLS” Controversy
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What You Can Learn From Lizzo’s “GRRRLS” Controversy

Peter A. Berry Jun 15, 2022

When you inadvertently say something offensive, the best move is to take accountability and take action

Republican Attempts to Ban Children From Attending Drag Shows Aren’t Only Dumb — They’re Dangerous
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Republican Attempts to Ban Children From Attending Drag Shows Aren’t Only Dumb — They’re Dangerous

Michael Arceneaux Jun 15, 2022

The backlash is indicative of the GOP’s unwavering opposition to the LGBTQ+ community

The 55 Biggest, Blackest Dad Jokes You've Never Heard
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The 55 Biggest, Blackest Dad Jokes You've Never Heard

Carlos Greaves Jun 15, 2022

Cue the laugh track!

How Future Became the Internet’s Favorite Toxic Meme
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How Future Became the Internet’s Favorite Toxic Meme

Luke Fox Jun 13, 2022

The making of a Black Twitter staple

After 20 Years in Hip-Hop, Jim Jones Is Still Setting Trends
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After 20 Years in Hip-Hop, Jim Jones Is Still Setting Trends

Peter A. Berry Jun 13, 2022

Dipset's iron man spills on his greatest life lessons

Depression Won't Be the Death of Me
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Depression Won't Be the Death of Me

Anonymous Jun 13, 2022

Fatherhood is hard enough when you’re not battling a war within. One man shares his redemption story.

Kevin Samuels Is Haunting Me From the Grave
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Kevin Samuels Is Haunting Me From the Grave

Michael Arceneaux Jun 9, 2022

Why is this misogynist being made into a martyr?

'Atlanta's Third Season Is Must See TV — But It’s Not That Deep
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'Atlanta's Third Season Is Must See TV — But It’s Not That Deep

Scott Woods Jun 9, 2022

The latest edition of Donald Glover’s beloved series often puts shock value before substance

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