Life Aint Funny: It's a Survival Story in Disguise
Life is too real to be a comedy.
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Cam Newton and the Myth of the Evolved Alpha Male
Recognizing the illusion of depth in a man who just wants access.
50 Years of Black Horror Characters Who Didn't See the End Credits
The vast history of Black horror cinema is paved with a who’s who of victims. Here are some of the most memorable casualties.
All 17 Drake Album and Mixtape Covers, Ranked
Which artwork is the best he ever had?
How an Infamous ‘Boyz N the Hood’ Cameo Led to Real-Life Murder
After pulling the trigger in Hollywood’s most ominous drive-by, Lloyd Avery II began to mirror the lifestyle of the gangster he portrayed on-screen. But the late actor’s demise is much deeper than life imitating art.
In 'Boomerang' and Reality, Black Women Are Allowed Beauty But Not Power
Why Black women’s power is still misunderstood: a critique of romantic ideals rooted in Eddie Murphy's 90s comedy.
The 9 Pickup Basketball Players You’re Most Likely to Encounter, Ranked
Basketball season starts tonight. You won't see these types on NBA courts but you'll definitely see them at your gym runs this weekend.
The Origins of John Singleton's Snowfall Empire
How the director went from dismissing television to creating one of the most important shows about Black Los Angeles for the small screen.
LaKeith Stanfield Unpacks the Complexities of Male Friendship
The actor gets real about the challenges and rewards of male friendship and how it plays out in his character's journey.
The Horror Genre Understands Teachers Better Than Most People Do
Beneath the gore and ghosts, films like Mr. Crocket and Weapons explore the impossible choices educators face: when to intervene, and how far is too far.
(Wo)Man ‘Splainin Nicki vs. Cardi Beef
Everything you need to know about the two MCs in seven minutes or less.
Wisdom from R&B's Most Underrated Crooner, Kem
Wisdom from R&B's Most Underrated Crooner.
How Golf Lost Its Decorum
Once known for its quiet grace, golf has become louder, drunker, and more divisive.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Sentenced to 50 Months for Mann Act Violations
His time served will be credited to his sentencing. The disgraced mogul was also fined $500K.
Anderson .Paak Drops Soccer Kit for His Hometown Girls’ Team
The multi-hyphenate is giving back to his local community in his latest collaboration.
Bad Bunny as the Super Bowl Halftime Performer Is the Plot Twist We Needed
Conservatives wanted someone like Bruce Springsteen; Jay-Z gave them Benito.
How HIM Wrestles With Unhealthy Masculinty
Justin Tipping’s film explores manhood and expectations.
The Parallel Storylines of Marvel and American Politics
Nobody in the comic book business expected real life to outdo their fictional storylines.
Marvel's New Blade is Killing Consoles
Gabe Kunda voices the martial arts day walker in Marvel Rivals. Both Wesley and Mahershala would cosign.
Young Thug, Gunna, Snitching, and The Fragile Myth of the Real N***a
Young Thug was one of the realest certified street n****s in hip-hop. Then somebody called him a snitch.
A Kobe Bryant-Michael Jordan Sports Card Sells for $12.9 Million
The previous record was held by Mickey Mantle's 1952 Topps card sold for 12.6 million
Watching Denzel Washington and Martin Lawrence Age Gracefully
Reviewing "Highest 2 Lowest" and "Demascus" has helped me embrace my inner Unc
Investigating Jay-Z's Range Rover line on 'Imaginary Players'
The impact of Cardi B's "Imaginary Playerz" has resurrected Hov's classic cut. LEVEL explains what the MC meant when he contrasted Double R's 4.0 and 4.6
Why a Black Former Hulkamaniac Can't Celebrate Hogan’s Birthday
Hold the ice-cream and cake. Hulkamania ceased a long time ago. Hulkamania ceased a long time ago
Marvel Extends its Black Panther Storytelling with 'Eyes of Wakanda'
Direction Todd Harris tells the story of stealth warriors Hatut Zaraze
SirDavis Whisky's Honey Bee Cocktail Kit Gets a Re-Release After Selling Out in Hours
Owned by Beyonce Knowles-Carter, the spirit sold out its limited-edition kit when last released
Why Superheroes are So Lonely
Men love capes and the damage it enables.
How Theo Huxtable Helped Raise Gen-X Black Boys
The Cosby family's only son made a generation of young males feel seen and heard through his lived experiences on the show
Remembering Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Black Excellence
The actor-poet was the most relatable Cosby and a blueprint for Gen X boys
A Primer on Marvel's Devilish Villain, Mephisto
If you thought Thanos was hell on earth, brace yourself for the a real devil in disguise