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In the ongoing debate surrounding TikTok’s future in the United States, lawmakers are pushing forward with a potential ban on the app unless significant changes are made. The House of Representatives recently passed a bill proposing that TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, must divest its ownership in the app within …

Kanye “Ye” West is currently in the spotlight, not for his music but due to a serious allegation and subsequent police investigation. The Los Angeles Police Department is looking into an incident involving the 46-year-old rapper at the iconic Chateau Marmont Hotel on Sunset Boulevard. Reports emerged on Tuesday, April …

Duke University has discontinued its Reginaldo Howard Memorial Scholarship Program, which historically provided full-ride scholarships to outstanding African descent applicants. This change follows the Supreme Court’s decision last year against race-based affirmative action in college admissions. Instead, Duke introduces the Reginaldo Howard Leadership Program, accessible to all undergraduates regardless of …

Brand collaborations are typically a fun way for companies to reach new customers and introduce new fire looks. For this reason, shoe collaborations have long been a lucrative way to remix some footwear favorites while adding a new twist. However, some of the finished products turn out a bit quirky, …

California health authorities reported a tragic incident where a woman died after using a Vietnamese hemorrhoid ointment containing dangerous levels of lead. The California Department of Public Health, in conjunction with the Orange County Health Care Agency, disclosed that the woman suffered “severe” lead poisoning. The ointment, identified as Cao …

We've compiled a list of recent Ciara bops that deserve a second listen, even if they did not receive the commercial acclaim they deserved.

The United Arab Emirates endured its most substantial rainfall in 75 years, sparking chaos as select regions received approximately 6.26 inches of rain in 24 hours. Numerous users in the area posted videos on social media showing severe flooding, toppled palm trees, and damaged buildings. Due to the heavy rainfall, …

When spinning the block goes right! In a heartwarming double revelation, Ashanti and Nelly have announced not only are they expecting their first child together, but they are also engaged. The lovebirds shared the engagement news exclusively with ESSENCE on Wednesday. “This new year of my life is such a …

If you’re thinking about visiting New York soon, you might want to think twice. The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is waving a big red flag about a spike in human leptospirosis cases— the nasty bug that loves to hang out in rat urine. NYC has …

The Sacramento Kings achieved a significant victory over the Golden State Warriors, making them appear slow, old, and tired. This win is arguably the biggest in nearly 20 years for the franchise, as they won 118-94 to advance in the NBA Play-In tournament. It was a redemption for their playoff …

Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby now has a new meaning for Ashanti! The R&B songstress just revealed that she’s expecting her first child with boo Nelly. The announcement came through an Instagram video Wednesday, in which Ashanti while preparing for a performance, hinted at her pregnancy in a playful …

Coi Leray recently went on X to address the backlash she faced after reacting to Adrien Broner shooting his shot on IG Live. “Wasn’t trying to be harsh however I hope he wins his fight and many more,” she wrote. Wasn’t trying to be harsh however I hope he wins …

Simone Biles is speaking out about her husband Jonathan Owens‘ viral 2023 interview, admitting that the backlash took a toll on her mental health. During a new episode of “Call Her Daddy With Alex Cooper,” the Olympic gymnast recounted how she initially found humor in the situation but later felt …

After the success of their back-to-back albums, “We Don’t Trust You” and “We Still Don’t Trust You,” Future and producer Metro Boomin’ are headed on the road. On Tuesday, the duo announced the “We Trust You” tour. The 27-date trek will kick off in Kansas City, Missouri, at the T-Mobile …

Drake has put a pause on trolling Metro Boomin to acknowledge Rick Ross, who has been trolling him for the past week. On Tuesday, the 6 God shared a DM he sent to Ross following his diss track “Champagne Moments,” in which he suggested that the Biggest Boss exaggerated his …