Stewart Mocks Trump on Reflecting Pool and Iran
NEW YORK (AP) — Jon Stewart criticized President Donald Trump on Monday’s episode of “The Daily Show,” arguing that Trump has a habit of fixing things that were not broken. Stewart first targeted a $1.7 million renovation of the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. He joked that the pool quickly changed from “American Flag Blue”…
Michael Elliot, Writer of Brown Sugar and Just Wright, Talks Black Love and Romantic Storytelling
Michael Elliot discusses the emotional core of his films, the importance of Black romantic storytelling, entrepreneurship, and the responsibility he feels to create lasting cultural images. Your films Brown Sugar and Just Wright are often cited as defining modern Black romantic storytelling. What emotional truth were you chasing in those scripts that still resonates today?…
Recap: Zeddy Will Takes Centerstage in Juneteenth Concert in Harrisburg, PA
In part of Harrisburg’s weeklong Juneteenth celebration, Zeddy Will headlined a jubilant concert at the city’s Capital Music Hall. As Pennsylvania’s capital, Harrisburg has a longstanding relationship with the holiday, commemorating the day the last enslaved Black Americans learned they were freed under the Emancipation Proclamation. It was here that Pennsylvania became the first state…
Attorney General Letitia James Secures $90,000 From Banks Over Rent Stabilization Violations
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Monday that her office has reached settlements with Deutsche Bank National Trust Company and U.S. Bank National Association, securing $90,000 in penalties and restoring 12 Brooklyn apartments to rent-stabilized status after investigations found the banks failed to comply with New York’s rent stabilization laws. The settlements are the…
André 3000 Releases Short Film “7 Piano Sketches” on MUBI
André 3000 has released a new short film, 7 piano sketches, now streaming exclusively on MUBI. Written by André 3000 and Graham Mason, with Mason directing, the film is inspired by and set to the music of André’s 2025 EP of the same name. The short follows André as he makes his way to work…
Crystal Tamar Releases Summer Anthem ‘Whachoo Doin?!’
R&B singer-songwriter Crystal Tamar released her new single, “Whachoo Doin?!,” on June 19, delivering a female empowerment anthem that blends her Houston roots with the influence of Northern California. Produced by Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum producer Kosine, the track pairs chopped-and-screwed production with a message encouraging women to set boundaries while dating. “‘Whachoo Doin?!’ is somewhat of…
Ruth B. Announces Third Studio Album ‘Peace To Make,’ Releases New Single ‘Didn’t I’
Singer-songwriter Ruth B. has announced her third studio album, Peace To Make, set for release on Aug. 21. Alongside the announcement, she unveiled the album’s latest single, “Didn’t I.” The new track explores the aftermath of a failing relationship, capturing the frustration and heartbreak of loving someone beyond reason and realizing that love alone cannot…
NBPA Launches PLYRS UNTD Brand, Debuts “Own the Game” Film at Cannes Lions
The National Basketball Players Association on Monday launched PLYRS UNTD, a new consumer-facing brand designed to turn the collective influence of NBA players into business opportunities, content, merchandise, licensing deals, and partnerships. The initiative replaces THINK450, the NBPA’s former business arm, and aims to help players build equity through a unified commercial platform. The launch…
