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Law & CrimeCardi B Addresses Bullying Culture After Bronx Teen's Killing
Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B announced she refuses to raise her children in New York City following the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Bronx student Javitz Frimpong. In a video addressing the tragedy, she cited relentless youth bullying culture as a catalyst for street violence and gang recruitment.
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Kulture AfricaDavido and Prince Gyasi Debut Afrobeats Martell Bottles
Maison Martell has introduced limited-edition bottles honoring the international influence of Afrobeats through a creative team-up with Nigerian music icon Davido and Ghanaian visual artist Prince Gyasi. The collaborators gathered in New York City for a fireside chat spotlighting their joint visual and musical endeavor.
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Business & MoneyEzekiel Lewis Speaks on Taking the Helm at Epic Records
In his first public interview since being appointed CEO and chairman of Epic Records, Ezekiel 'Zeke' Lewis detailed his philosophy on artist development and label leadership. Speaking on Billboard On the Record, Lewis reflected on succeeding longtime mentor Sylvia Rhone and why he prioritizes creative collaboration over pure metrics.
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Black News & CommunityThe Complex Realities Behind Black Surnames in America
The history of Black surnames in the United States reflects deliberate choices, preserved community ties, and post-Civil War self-determination rather than a uniform inheritance from enslavers. Historical documents and census data reveal how newly freed African Americans claimed their identities through naming.
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Fashion & LifestyleAngel Obasi Delivers Style Inspiration for Lagos Fashion Week
Fashion influencer Angel Obasi, widely recognized as Style Connaisseur, is turning heads as Lagos Fashion Week gets underway. According to coverage from BellaNaija Style, her latest wardrobe rotation blends traditional African garments with striking tailoring, bold colors, and dramatic headwear.
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Business & MoneyDisney+ and Channel 4 Team Up in Landmark U.K. Streaming Deal
The Walt Disney Co. and British public broadcaster Channel 4 have announced an expansive distribution agreement to bring live and on-demand programming to Disney+ in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The collaboration aims to expand audience reach by blending traditional free-to-air content with the subscription streaming platform.
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Black News & CommunityExplaining Hoodoo Heritage Month and Its Legacy
Established in 2019, Hoodoo Heritage Month honors the centuries-old African American spiritual tradition forged through enslavement, ancestral veneration, and botanical healing. The month-long recognition seeks to clear up long-standing misconceptions while commemorating historic figures and spiritual milestones.
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Kulture AfricaFatima El Mansouri Named Morocco's First Female Prime Minister
King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Zahra El Mansouri as Morocco's first female prime minister following parliamentary elections. The milestone has sparked nationwide discussion over gender equality, traditional governance, and the future of family code reform across the kingdom.
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Kulture AfricaBonang Matheba's Two-Decade Legacy in Media and Style
South African television host, author, and entrepreneur Bonang Matheba has spent more than two decades establishing herself as one of the continent's most visible media personalities. Along with commanding major awards stages, she has consistently used her platform to champion African fashion designers.
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Politics & PowerJoel Young Defends AC Transit Seat Amid Board Controversy
Incumbent AC Transit Director Joel Young is defending his Ward 3 seat against allegations of unwanted physical contact brought by fellow director Sarah Syed following a memorial gathering. Supporters describe the claims as a political maneuver, urging voters to focus on Young's track record in transit funding and civil rights projects. The contested claims have ignited broader debate over transit leadership and political maneuvering in the East Bay.
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Kulture AfricaKikelomo Atanda-Owo Celebrates 20 Years in Media
Nigerian media entrepreneur Kikelomo Atanda-Owo celebrated 20 years in broadcasting and the seventh anniversary of her television show, Real Talk With Kike, at a gathering in Lagos. During the event, she and veteran journalist Dr. Reuben Abati formally unveiled their new joint digital platform, The Reuben and Kike Abati Podcast.
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Kulture AfricaSaskay Celebrates Master's Degree in Hertunba Kaftan
Big Brother Naija star Tsakute Ladi Jonah, widely known as Saskay, has completed her Master of Arts in Global Security and Strategy at the VUB Brussels School of Governance. The reality television personality marked the milestone by foregoing traditional Western formalwear in favor of a symbolic Hertunba kaftan and African-inspired adornments.
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