After finishing her work on Selma, director Ava DuVernay got word from Netflix about doing a documentary film. Entitled 13th, the film would take a look at the prevalence of the imprisonment of black men who are then forced to work for pennies on the hour in the service of large corporations. Its name, 13th,…
Marvel’s Luke Cage, Netflix’s newest series, is in one word – amazing. Never before has a series in the superhero genre so captivatingly spoken about African-American history and culture while delivering a binge-worthy storyline. This show alone makes paying for Netflix worthwhile. If you haven’t seen it, check out the official trailer. The series…
The verdict is still out as to whether this jewelry heist was masterminded by anyone within Kim’s circle, but recent video surveillance and a statement from a former bodyguard has officials scratching their heads. According to Nina Ritcher, an American tourist who was staying nearby, “Everyone in the area is going about their daily life.…
Birth of a Nation has already garnered widespread acclaim as an Oscar-contending movie of 2016. It focuses on the true story of Nat Turner, a slave whose 1831 rebellion in Virginia is one of the few inspirational narratives to be derived from the history of American slavery. In spite of what should be a…
In the battle of the bling, no one does it better than Coleen Rooney and Kim Zolciak. But which of these lavish ladies is the top spender? We have a detailed analysis below to determine which of the wives wins when it comes to shopping sprees, expensive lifestyles, and bling. Coleen Rooney: wife…
Rihanna nailed it in Paris during fashion week, showing off her latest talent: design. “I would never expect that I would be allowed in Paris to show a collection this early as a designer,” she said. “That wasn’t a thing that I expected at all. I couldn’t believe—I still right now can’t believe it happened.”…
Janet Jackson has debuted her very first baby bump. While she doesn’t look her age, many are amazed that the singer waited until she was 50 years old to have her first child. Despite having what is considered a high-risk pregnancy, the pop star is reportedly doing well and is due to deliver her…
The Weeknd may be best known for his smooth sound and sexy, cutting-edge style, but most people may not be aware that the talented singer and songwriter is also an active supporter of African culture and social change. Recently, it was revealed that the alt R&B artist, whose birth name is Abel Tesfaye, had…
They say the mark of a successful comedian is to be funny in cultures that are different from your own. This feat is not as easy as it seems; what may be funny in your country may not be funny to others around the world. Comedy doesn’t always transfer well. However, Trevor Noah does…
It was only a few weeks ago that the media took off about Drake and Rihanna getting close and personal. From showing a moment of PDA at an awards show, to dancing, and even Rihanna sporting a new tattoo that is symbolic of the relationship, the signs were no doubt clear. But are Drake and…
