Author: Dorcas Onasa

Greg Mathis and his wife, Linda Mathis, are moving forward together after a short lived separation that briefly put their nearly four decade marriage on pause. Linda Mathis has officially taken steps to dismiss her divorce filing, signaling that the couple has reconciled and is choosing to continue their relationship. The update comes months after their split first made headlines, surprising many who have long admired their enduring partnership. 4 touching moments from Greg Mathis reunion. How their separation unfolded The couple’s relationship faced a turning point in mid-2024, marking a rare challenge in their decades together. A surprising filing…

Carrie Everett, who was crowned Miss North Carolina in 2024, has died at age 22 following a battle with metastatic gastric cancer. Her passing marks the loss of a young woman whose strength, advocacy and compassion left a deep impression on those who followed her journey. Her story resonated far beyond pageantry, offering a glimpse into resilience in the face of a life altering diagnosis. Loved ones and supporters continue to reflect on how she carried herself with grace throughout her illness, even as her condition worsened. A diagnosis that changed everything Everett’s health concerns began not long after her…

Curtis 50 Cent Jackson is bringing his life story to the screen in a new three-part docuseries headed to Hulu. The project, which has officially been approved for production, is expected to offer a close look at the artist’s evolution from a difficult childhood to global fame and business success. Known for his sharp storytelling and unfiltered personality, the Grammy-winning rapper is stepping into a familiar role behind the scenes as executive producer. Through his company, G-Unit Film & Television, he continues to expand his influence in film and television while shaping how his story is told. A closer look…

K. Michelle has never been one to shy away from a hard conversation, and she is not starting now. As the singer and television personality gears up for her return to The Real Housewives of Atlanta, she is getting ahead of the noise by addressing one of the most talked-about chapters of her personal life her past relationship with R. Kelly. Rather than waiting for the questions to come at her on camera, K. Michelle sat down with media personality Jason Lee to tell her version of events on her own terms. What followed was one of the more candid…

Two of the biggest names in R&B are joining forces, and the internet has not stopped talking since. Usher and Chris Brown officially announced a co-headlining stadium run on April 10, revealing the tour through a joint social media post that caught fans completely off guard in the best possible way. The tour, titled the R&B Tour, carries a deeper meaning behind the initials. The name is short for Raymond & Brown, a nod to Usher Raymond IV’s full name and Brown’s surname, making it a personal statement as much as a musical one. The announcement landed across both artists’…

It has been a busy week at the intersection of Black culture, business, and capital. From professional sports ownership to digital media partnerships and real estate acquisitions, several notable figures made headlines for building and investing in ways that go well beyond their original lanes. Here is a look at five of the biggest moves from this week.  Issa Rae takes Hoorae to TikTok Long before the awards recognition and the Hollywood greenlight meetings, Issa Rae was building her own audience online. That instinct has not gone anywhere. Her production company, Hoorae Media, announced a new partnership with TikTok this…

For more than a century, the Amsterdam News has stood as a trusted voice in racial justice journalism, delivering stories that often go underreported by mainstream outlets. Since its founding in 1909, the publication has remained deeply committed to covering issues that matter most to the African American community, blending news reporting with cultural insight and advocacy. Its longevity is not just a reflection of strong journalism but also of a consistent mission. The outlet has prioritized amplifying underrepresented voices and addressing systemic inequities long before those conversations became part of broader national discourse. Today, that same mission continues to…

After 10 days in space, a record-breaking lunar flyby and a journey that took them farther from Earth than any humans in more than 50 years, the four astronauts aboard NASA’s Artemis II mission are nearly home. But as of Friday, the most nerve-racking chapter of the mission is still unfolding. NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch and Victor Glover, along with Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen, are set to return to Earth on Friday evening after 10 days in space. Their Orion capsule is scheduled to begin plunging through the atmosphere at around 7:53 p.m. ET, on a…

It is officially Friday, and the music world delivered. This week’s new releases span R&B, hip-hop and everything in between, with a lineup that stretches across generations and coasts. Whether you are looking for a rap collaboration years in the making or a soul-forward debut album, there is something here worth pressing play on. Here is a look at the best new music dropping this week. Best new music this week,  9 fresh tracks you need to hear Kehlani ft. Missy Elliott – Back and forth Kehlani links with Missy Elliott on a thrilling new collab. The most talked-about release…

Sheryl Swoopes has spent decades building a legacy that most athletes only dream of three Olympic gold medals, multiple WNBA championships, a landmark Nike shoe deal and a well earned place in the Basketball Hall of Fame. But these days, the conversations she is most committed to are happening far from any court. In partnership with radiology provider RadNet, Swoopes opened the doors to a deeply personal experience, allowing cameras to follow her through her most recent annual mammogram at Lenox Hill Radiology in New York City. The goal was simple but profound: show women, particularly Black women, that getting…