Author: Shekari Philemon

Stephen A. Smith had something to say about how Megan Thee Stallion chose to end her relationship with Klay Thompson, and he said it plainly. During a recent episode of his podcast, the ESPN analyst took issue not with what the rapper claimed happened but with the decision to bring it to the internet at all. His position was straightforward. Whatever took place between Megan and Thompson was their business, and in his view it should have stayed that way. He questioned why a simple, dignified public statement about the end of the relationship was not enough and why it…

Partner dynamics carry a kind of safety that most people never think to look for. When the word safety comes up in the context of romantic relationships, most people picture something physical, being protected, defended, or reassured during a moment of actual crisis. But the kind of safety that matters most in a lasting relationship is psychological, and it operates far beneath the surface of those dramatic moments. It shows up instead in the ordinary, unguarded ones, the moments when your partner is not managing your impression of them or performing the version of themselves they believe you want to…

Lizzo marked her 38th birthday on Monday, April 27, with an announcement that immediately set the internet ablaze. The Grammy-winning singer and rapper revealed that her new album, titled Bitch, is set for release on June 5, and wasted no time explaining exactly what the project means to her. In a statement shared alongside the announcement, Lizzo described the album title as an act of reclamation. She framed the word not as an insult but as a symbol of power, confidence, and the kind of self-love that refuses to apologize for itself. The Yitty CEO made clear that her intention…

Nia Long has spent decades earning a rare kind of cultural status, one that extends far beyond the screen and into the verses of some of hip hop’s most celebrated artists. From her breakout roles in Boyz n the Hood, Friday, and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, her name became shorthand for a certain kind of beauty and presence that rappers reached for again and again when they wanted to paint a picture. Artists across generations have woven her name into their music, including Phife Dawg, ASAP Ferg, Juicy J, Webbie, Chingy, Lil Wayne, and Ghostface Killah, each finding their…

Will Smith’s journey to Hollywood stardom was more deliberate than it appeared. After building a massive following on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, where he leaned into a version of himself that audiences already loved, he made a conscious pivot toward serious film work. Small roles led to a calculated choice to headline the quiet drama Six Degrees of Separation, a move designed to signal that he was more than a rapper dabbling in acting. But it was Michael Bay’s 1995 buddy cop film Bad Boys that truly launched him into the upper tier of Hollywood. The film, shot on…

Michael B. Jordan has one of the most coveted trophies in Hollywood sitting somewhere in his house, and right now that somewhere is his closet. The best actor winner stopped to chat with reporters at the premiere of his new film Swapped on Sunday and revealed that his Academy Award has yet to find a permanent place to live. He explained that the Oscar has been moving around since he brought it home, passing through various spots without ever quite belonging to any of them. The indecision is not for lack of trying but rather the difficulty of figuring out…

Trump took direct aim at late-night television on Monday, calling for ABC and its parent company Disney to fire Jimmy Kimmel following a parody segment that aired in the days leading up to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. The president described the segment as a call to violence and made clear he wanted immediate consequences for the comedian. The segment in question included a joke directed at First Lady Melania Trump, in which Kimmel referred to her as an expectant widow. The line landed poorly in the White House and triggered a swift and forceful response from the president, who…

They go into smoothies, oatmeal, yogurt parfaits, and muffins without much fanfare, but blueberries have quietly earned a reputation as one of the most accessible and well-researched superfoods available. About 61 percent of consumers report eating them at least once a week, and it is easy to see why. They are sweet, freezer-friendly, available year-round, and packed with compounds that no multivitamin can fully replicate. But what actually happens inside the body when blueberries go from an occasional treat to a true daily habit? The answer, according to nutrition science and registered dietitians, is more impressive than most people realize,…

Pregnancy glow is something many women experience and almost as many lose, often within days of giving birth. The shift can feel sudden and disorienting, particularly for new mothers who are already navigating sleep deprivation, physical recovery, and the steep learning curve of newborn care. What is happening to the skin in those early postpartum weeks is not imaginary, and it is not permanent. It has a clear biological explanation and a path toward recovery. During pregnancy, elevated estrogen levels support a wide range of skin-enhancing functions. The hormone contributes to skin elasticity, firmness, hydration, barrier integrity, and the body’s…

Mouthwash occupies an interesting place in oral hygiene. It feels like a finishing touch, a quick swish that leaves the mouth feeling clean and the breath smelling fresh. But dental professionals hold genuinely mixed views on whether it belongs in a daily routine at all, and some of what research is revealing about its effects goes well beyond the mouth. Understanding what mouthwash actually does, and what it does not do, changes how to think about using it. The disagreement among dentists is real. Some consider a well-chosen mouthwash an essential part of oral hygiene, capable of reaching areas that…