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Throwback Thursday: Megan McArdle Can’t Tell Me Shit About White SupremacyOn Sunday, Sept. 27, the Washington Post published a piece by opinion columnist Megan...Read more -
The Art of Storytelling, Blacksplained by Ali SiddiqAside from serving as an award-winning journalist, writer, public historian and one of the greatest friers of whiting since Lt. Col. Demarcus Dawkins (Before he became a famous restaurateur, we called him Capt. D), I am considered, in some circles, to be one of the world’s greatest detectives.Seriously. I recently...Read more -
On ‘The Drop: A Snowfall Saga,’ Los Angeles and the Romance of Hip-Hop in the ’90s(L-R) Gail Bean as Wanda, Peyton “Alex” Smith as James and Asante Blackk as Lamar in...Read more -
Media’s Little White Lie: There’s No Such Thing As an ‘Evangelical Christian’(Shutterstock)On July 30, 1967, an organized mob of conservative Christians gathered in Charleston, S.C., to hear...Read more -
‘A Different World’ Sequel Is Here for a New Generation, But I Just Want to Know What Happened to Dwayne and Whitley(L to R) Jasmine Guy as Whitley, Kadeem Hardison as Dwayne, Darryl M. Bell as Ron...Read more -
The Wake-Up Call: A Map of the Black WorldI don’t fuck with white girlsText within this block will maintain its original spacing when publishedWhen I was 12 years old, my mother said: "Son, There's some things in this world that you should stay away from. If someone needs a gun when they're out in...Read more -
Why Angie Nixon’s Senate Race Is a Test Run for 2028(Screenshot)My family had a rule growing up: If somebody hit you, you hit back. Not because...Read more -
Throwback Thursday: Is Donald Trump a Cokehead?(White House)This article was originally published on Sept. 28, 2016.As we struggle to understand...Read more -
‘The Article’ Blacksplained by Nikole Hannah-JonesAccording to white people, white proximity-loving Black people and the current social media discourse, my mother was a terrible parent.A few years ago, while writing my second book, I interviewed my mother about a parenting decision that affected my entire life. Specifically, I wanted to know why she decided to...Read more -
Suckers, Simps and MAGA Marks: How Donald Trump Made America His Bitch(Envato)“Is ‘Mikenificent’ too long for a nickname?” I asked. “How about ‘Mikey the Maniac?’”“Too long,” Crunch...Read more -
The Wake-Up Call Live: At the Congressional Black Caucus Convention With Rep. James ClyburnAmerica’s first true democracy did not end by a landslide vote. It was a coin flip.After the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation, democracy began to spread through America like COVID-19 during Trump’s first term. In the former Confederate states, formerly enslaved people were outvoting their white counterparts. The American education...Read more
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Ed Sheeran, Macklemore and the ‘Apolitical’ White Ally“If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.”— Archbishop Desmond TutuI thought Nate was an ally. Nate was the only white guy on an all-Black team representing Atlanta in the 2017 National Poetry Slam. We wrote, practiced and...Read more -
Throwback Thursday: Why It’s OK for Black People, but Not White People, to Use the N-Word, Explained (Again)(“South Park,” screenshot)This article was originally published on May 13, 2018.What’s up, my nigga?...Read more -
What You Find Out When You Don’t FAFO? Blacksplained by Joy-Ann ReidWhat’s so bad about “finding out”?For generations of Black children, the consequence of “fucking around” was an existential threat that ranks somewhere between hooping and/or hollering during a thunderstorm and—perhaps the most dangerous childhood activity in all of African America—acting “grown.”While there are a few cases of Black people throwing...Read more -
The Joy Reid Show: Uniting the Diaspora, Part 1Can Afro-Latinos say the n-word? Is Caribbean cuisine the same as “soul food”? What is an “Akata”? Is Ghanaian jollof superior to Nigeria’s?These are just a few of the questions that define the “diaspora wars.” Subscribe nowWhile some of the intra-diasporic debates...Read more
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A Stable Genius, a Black Historian and a White Supremacist Theory of Everything(Smithsonian Foundation, BBC News)Albert Einstein was a failure.I know he’s one of the most important scientists...Read more -
The Wake-Up Call: Cuss Words and Cancel CultureHow do you handle someone who’s musty? “Musty” is an African-American smell that ranks somewhere between “tart” and “stank” on the Black American Odor Scale. And no, “musty” is not the same as “musk.” Musk is a scent that ancient Egyptian incense scholars developed in 1303 B.C., while musty predates...Read more
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Is A.I. Going to Murder Us? Blacksplained By Professor Safiya Noble, Ph.D.One has to go: CapitalismAuthoritarianismWhite supremacyArtificial intelligenceIn a world that seems increasingly divided, we’ve finally found one area in which the smartest, wealthiest and most powerful people on the planet unanimously agree:Artificial intelligence is going to murder us. In the past 48 hours alone, some of the world's most esteemed...Read more -
For Black People, ‘Lanterns’ Is Based on a True StoryThey’re ruthless, Junior.They assimilate into communities by attaching to weak spots. It’s what they’re programmed to do. They find a path to power every time. And if they identify a threat to that power, they’ll manipulate that threat into believing anything they want them to. Remind...Read more -
There’s a Reason They Call It ‘Back’ to Normal. But Normal Is Not Enough.(Screenshot via YouTube)Meeting with adversaries, in and of itself, is not my problem.I am a lawyer. Just this...Read more
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Seen On The Scene: Flo Milli Taps Into Her ‘Flo State’ During Intimate ‘Smoke Sessions’ ATL Listening Party [Exclusive]Flo Milli is back outside, and BOSSIP was in the building as the Alabama-bred baddie brought the smoke, the sexy and an exclusive taste of her upcoming album to Atlanta. On Tuesday, Sept. 29, Flo Milli took...read more -
For The Fangies & The Fellas: Charles ‘Only Husband Here’ Oakley Talks Standing Strong With His Housewife Honey Angela Amid #RHOA’s ‘Draining’ DramaCharles Oakley might be an NBA legend, but becoming a Bravo househusband was never exactly on his bucket list. The former New York Knicks star, who’s married to #RHOA’s Angela Oakley,...read more -
Diddy Is Reportedly Headed To Solitary After Details Emerged About His Luxurious Prison StaySean “Diddy” Combs is said to be making his way back into solitary confinement, a big change after news of his luxurious prison stay. FCI Fort Dix is sending the disgraced music mogul back into the Special Housing Unit, better...read more -
From The Yard To Hollywood: HBCU Stars & Students Proudly Repping Their Historically Black Alma MatersHBCU homecoming season has us thinking about all the greatness that started right on the yard. Before the red carpets, chart-topping records, hit TV shows, championship rings and million-dollar businesses, some of our favorite stars were walking...read more -
BOSSIP Exclusive: Von Scales, Husband Of Trina Braxton, Passes Away At 58A member of the Braxton family is mourning a devastating loss. Von Scales, the husband of singer, entrepreneur, reality star Trina Braxton, has died. “It is with...read more -
It-Girls Run The World! ‘Love Island USA’ Star Aniya Harvey Flaunts Lethal Face Card At VMAs, Extends Post-Villa Winning Streak With Sweet Hershey’s DealLove Island USA star Aniya Harvey extended her post-villa slay streak at this year’s star-studded VMAs where she shimmered and shined in a dreamy Mariah Harper dress that immediately trended online. ...read more -
Heeeeyyy Professor Oglevee! Here’s Where ‘The Parkers’ Cast Is More Than 20 Years LaterIf you ever find yourself wondering, “Where is the cast of The Parkers?” you’re definitely not alone. The beloved UPN sitcom may have wrapped more than two decades ago, but its outrageous characters, unforgettable one-liners and over-the-top storylines still live rent-free in fans’...read more -
Baby Blessing! Stormi Steele Expecting Second Child Naturally After Starting Surrogacy Process, Says Surprise Pregnancy ‘Blew’ Her AwayCongrats are in order for Stormi Steele! The Belle Collective: Birmingham star and Love & Marriage: Huntsville alum is expecting her second child with her husband, Canvas Beauty COO Courtney Beasley. ...read more -
Woman Accused Of Shooting At Rihanna’s Home Indicted On Attempted Murder & Assault Charges, Judge Deems Her Mentally Competent To Stand TrialThe Florida woman accused of traveling across the country and opening fire near Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s home has been indicted on 14 felony counts, including attempted murder. Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, 36, of Orlando, Florida, was indicted by a...read more -
Catwalks & Culture: Trinidad James, A Ma Maniére & More Set To Sizzle & Slay Atlanta Fashion WeekIt’s time for Atlanta Fashion Week, and some of your flyest faves are ready to stylishly step into the annual celebration of catwalks, culture, and creativity. Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) returns Sept. 30-Oct....read more
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Prayers Up! Relative Speaks Out After Keyshia Cole’s Brother Elijah Shares Concerning “Goodbye” Video On Social MediaA relative has spoken out after Keyshia Cole‘s brother, Elijah Randolph, shared a concerning “Goodbye” video on social media. RELATED: Internet Users Are Chattin’ After Clip Surfaces Of Skrilla Performing...Read more -
Courtroom Footage Of Rick Ross Surfaces As He Speaks Out After Bonding Out Following Battery Charges (VIDEOS)Rick Ross has big plans for his weekend despite having to spend a couple of hours in jail and in front of a judge on Thursday...Read more -
Social Media Users Are Mentioning Kirk Frost After Rasheeda Shared Message About Pushing Past “Feeling Defeated” (VIDEO)Social media users are mentioning Kirk Frost after Rasheeda Frost shared a message about “feeling defeated.” RELATED: Oop! Rasheeda Claps Back After K. Michelle Performs...Read more -
Prayers Up! Trina Braxton’s Husband Von Scales Passes Away At 58Roommates, the Braxton family has suffered a loss. Von Scales, the beloved husband of Trina Braxton, reportedly passed away on Thursday (Oct. 1). She has not publicly commented on Scales’ death, but a Braxton...Read more -
UPDATE: Lil Durk’s Racketeering Trial Reportedly PostponedLil Durk‘s racketeering trial has been postponed until August 2027. The RICO trial was set to begin on Monday, October 5, but a judge granted a motion for a continuance in a shocking update.RELATED: Read more -
Gettin’ Serious? Social Media Reacts After Tia Mowry’s Boyfriend Shares Clips From Their Apparent Trip To His HometownSocial media users are reacting after Tia Mowry‘s boyfriend, Javoné Williams, shared clips from their apparent trip to his hometown of Cleveland,...Read more -
RaKai Denies He Was “Taken Advantage Of” After Reggie Mentions Him While Discussing Sexual Assault (VIDEOS)Reggie has caught the net’s attention after his recent videos, in which he opened up about...Read more -
Why Wale Regrets His Dating Choices: “I Lost The Opportunity To Love” | SITSR (Exclusive)On this episode of ‘Stepping Into The Shade Room,’ artist Wale is sitting down. And getting candid about love, dating, and his music career. Specifically, Wale speaks on the sacrifices he’s made...Read more
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