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Demond Wilson, the actor who brought Lamont Sanford to life on the iconic 1970s sitcom Sanford and Son, has died at the age of 79. Wilson passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at his home in Palm Springs, California, due to complications from cancer, as confirmed by his son, Demond Wilson Jr. Wilson’s portrayal of […]
TSA to charge $45 fee for identity verification if travelers lack REAL ID, sparking concerns over disproportionate impact on vulnerable groups.
The “Happy Birthday” song is a tune that has been sung across the world translating into different languages and cultures. In 1980, legendary musician Stevie Wonder made a new rendition of the song that was not only a groovy, alternative version of the original— it holds a deeper meaning. One that helped to highlight an […]
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer fatally shot a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday, according to federal and local authorities. The recent fatal shooting has sparked widespread outrage and protests, as Minnesota leaders call for ICE to leave the state. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the woman was shot after allegedly […]
McDonald’s is facing a class-action lawsuit over its iconic McRib sandwich, with plaintiffs alleging that the product’s name and marketing are misleading. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, claims that the McRib does not contain any actual rib meat, despite its name and rib-shaped patty. RELATED: McDonald’s […]
On Friday afternoon, the day after Christmas, singer Montell Jordan announced on social media that he is cancer-free. The 57-year-old R&B singer said on Instagram that on Christmas morning, his doctors called and said that his cancer, which returned in early fall of this year, was undetectable in most recent lab tests. Jordan was first […]
Christmas movies from Rudolph to the Peanuts and cheesy Lifetime rom-coms are often picked as fan favorites to binge during the holidays. But, some of our favorite Black sitcoms have played a pivotal role in getting us into the Christmas spirit. From our favorite comedy shows like Martin or Living Single to family favorites like […]
Unique gift ideas for the person who has everything, including s'mores maker, charging station, foot massager, and Snoop Dogg cookbooks.
It’s something us hopeless romantics and holiday fanatics look forward to every year— cozying up on the couch with popcorn and some hot chocolate and turning on a cheesy holiday rom-com to swoon over. Much like our favorite classics like Frosty the Snowman, Home Alone or a Charlie Brown Christmas, they fill us with joy […]
American shoppers opened their wallets in a major way during Cyber Week, spending over $44 billion over the five-day period from Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday. The period kicked off with a strong start on Thanksgiving Day, with many shoppers browsing and buying online even before the turkey was cold. Black Friday was no longer just […]
The Nissan Altima, a staple in the midsize sedan market since its debut in 1992, will be discontinued after the 2025 model year. This decision reflects a broader shift in the automotive industry as consumer preferences increasingly favor SUVs and electric vehicles (EVs) over traditional sedans. Nissan’s move to phase out the Altima aligns with […]
By now, you’ve been flooded with commercials or email subscriptions promoting upcoming Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals as we head closer to the Christmas season. Oftentimes these days, it is hard to decipher which deals are worth it, especially when it comes to splurging on some needed self-care items for your overworked loved ones […]
