Editorial credit: s_bukley / Shutterstock.com Grammy award-winning singer Roberta Flack, whose iconic hits like “Killing Me Softly with His Song” and “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” defined an era, has passed away at the age of 88. A representative for Flack confirmed the news to NBC News, announcing that the legendary artist […]
Photo Credit: Elliot Mangual/Colgate Women’s Games New York, NY — With great expectations, athletes converged in New York City for the finals of the 49th annual Colgate Women’s Games (CWG) track and field series on Saturday, February 1. And the event did not disappoint — producing meet records, outstanding performances, entertainment and special guests for the runners, jumpers, […]
By: Christina L. Myers | theconversation.com | Editorial credit: bella1105 / Shutterstock.com In the September 2024 NFL ad announcing Kendrick Lamar as the halftime performer at Super Bowl 59, the 37-year-old rapper stands before a colossal American flag, feeding footballs into a machine that launches the balls to wide receivers. “Will you be pulling up? I […]
By Chris Tobias The Los Angeles Lakers have made significant roster enhancements through recent trades, positioning themselves as formidable contenders for the 2025 NBA Championship. This analysis delves into the key acquisitions, their potential impact on the team’s performance, and evaluates the Lakers’ prospects of securing the title. Key Acquisitions: Luka Dončić: Trade Details: On […]
By Janet Howard, Exclusive to New Black Voices | Editorial credit: Debby Wong / shutterstock.com Sade Adu, known mononymously as Sade, is synonymous with smooth, soulful melodies, effortless elegance, and a magnetic presence that has captivated listeners for decades. Emerging as one of the most distinctive voices in music, Sade has left an indelible mark […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Twitch, a leading live-streaming platform, has become a central hub for gamers worldwide, attracting millions of viewers daily. While it offers entertainment and community engagement, the platform also exposes children and teenagers to potential risks, especially when engaging with certain popular games. Introduction Twitch, a leading live-streaming platform, has become a […]
By Leah Rothstein, URBAN MATTERS | Photo credit: chihacknight.org It’s been hard to pay attention to the national news lately. When I do, I am tempted to feel powerless and hopeless about the divisiveness and animosity that seems to be consuming our country. But I don’t want to respond by burying my head in the […]
By Zoe D. Peterson, theconversation.com | Editorial credit: Denis Makarenko / shutterstock.com The billionaire hip-hop producer Sean Combs was charged in September 2024 with sex trafficking and a range of other offenses – and continues to be hit with lawsuits from alleged victims. Perhaps one of the most stunning aspects of the unfolding case is the large number of people […]
By Rob Book, THE CONVERSATION | Editorial credit: Natursports / shutterstock.com When a young athlete is drafted into the NBA – as 58 players were on June 22, 2023 – it is often seen as a life-changing event. The money makes it so. Salaries for first-round draft picks this year are projected to range from about $2.4 million at the low […]
New AfroPoP Digital Short is the perfect spooky story for the season and for our times The experience portrayed in the latest AfroPoP Digital Short, Sundown Road, is chillingly familiar. You’re driving on a back road in Anytown USA. Your car breaks down. Your mobile signal is lost. The sun begins to set and there doesn’t seem […]