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Tinashe Popstar arrived September 25 with 16 tracks, extending the singer’s post-“Nasty” era through a new Atlantic Records chapter and a visual-heavy rollout. Tinashe has released Popstar, a 16-track album that opens a new chapter in the singer and performer’s career following the renewed mainstream momentum generated by “Nasty.” Released September 25 through A Nice […]

Chief Keef Chicago homecoming brings the drill pioneer back to a stage inside his hometown for the first time since 2012, marking a long-awaited moment in the city’s hip-hop history. CHICAGO — Chief Keef has performed inside Chicago city limits for the first time in 14 years, completing a long-awaited hometown return at Huntington Bank […]

Colin Kaepernick Jay-Z comments have revived debate over Roc Nation’s NFL partnership, with the former quarterback alleging the company planted negative stories after he opposed the 2019 deal. Colin Kaepernick has renewed his criticism of Jay-Z’s relationship with the NFL, reviving one of the most contentious intersections of hip hop, sports and protest politics during […]

FOSSI 2027 applications offer eligible students four-year scholarships, mentorship and career development tied to the chemical industry WASHINGTON — The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative has opened applications for its 2027 class, continuing a scholarship program that connects students pursuing STEM degrees at Historically Black Colleges and Universities with financial support, mentoring, internships and career […]

Black Cowboys An American Story Dallas exhibition traces the lives, labor and legacy of Black cowboys from Texas ranches and cattle drives to rodeos, law enforcement and popular culture The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum will open Black Cowboys: An American Story on October 9, bringing an exhibition about the lives and work of […]

Southern University marketing instructor Asia Alexus Alexander is recognized for an experiential approach connecting classroom learning with real-world marketing practice BATON ROUGE, La. — Asia Alexus Alexander, a marketing instructor at Southern University and A&M College, has been acknowledged by The Inner Circle as a Pinnacle Professional of the Year for her contributions to marketing […]

Common 2026 Artist Impact Award recognizes a career spanning music, film, television, production, entrepreneurship and advocacy for artists’ rights A Cross-Disciplinary Career Honored in West Hollywood SAG-AFTRA and SoundExchange honored Common with the 2026 Artist Impact Award on September 24 during an intimate luncheon at The Luckman Club at Soho House West Hollywood. The Grammy, […]

GraceKennedy will select four university students from the United States, Canada and United Kingdom for an all-expenses-paid six-week experience in Jamaica KINGSTON, Jamaica — GraceKennedy has opened applications for its 2027 Birthright Programme, seeking four second- or third-generation Jamaican university students from the diaspora for a six-week professional and cultural experience in Jamaica. The all-expenses-paid […]

Iconic Excellence explores Dr. Charles R. Drew’s scientific breakthroughs, leadership and lasting influence on medicine and blood donation WASHINGTON — The American Red Cross and NAACP have released Iconic Excellence: The Legacy of Dr. Charles R. Drew, a short documentary examining the life and work of the pioneering Black surgeon, researcher and educator whose breakthroughs […]

Honda Drive the Legacy Fund will support HBCU infrastructure, technology and institutional capacity through a new long-term endowment TORRANCE, Calif. — The Honda USA Foundation has created a $10 million Drive the Legacy Fund designed to provide long-term support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The endowment expands Honda’s nearly four-decade relationship with HBCUs and […]