Editorial: Dame Dash, Donald Trump and the Difference Between Personal and Corporate Bankruptcy
When a celebrity or prominent businessperson is described as having “gone bankrupt,” the phrase can create the impression that the individual personally filed for bankruptcy protection. But bankruptcy law makes an important distinction between personal bankruptcy and corporate bankruptcy—a distinction illustrated by the very different financial histories of entrepreneur Dame Dash and businessman and former…
Naya Ali releases visualizer for new single ‘Private Landing’
Canadian rapper Naya Ali has released a new visual aid for “Private Landing,” the latest single from the Montreal-based artist. The song arrived this week, with Ali announcing its release on social media and describing the track through the idea of breath and the pressures of everyday life. In an Aug. 5 post, Ali wrote…
Dame Dash’s Life Rights Become Focus Of Bankruptcy Dispute
Damon “Dame” Dash’s bankruptcy case is raising questions about the value of his personal brand after a court-appointed trustee moved to sell rights connected to his life story, likeness, and career. Dash filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in September 2025, reporting more than $25 million in liabilities and less than $5,000 in assets. The trustee…
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Swings to Record-Breaking Box Office Debut
Spider-Man has returned to the big screen, and audiences have responded with record-breaking enthusiasm. Released July 31, Spider-Man: Brand New Day has become a box-office phenomenon, earning approximately $1.15 billion worldwide. Its domestic opening proved even more impressive, with the film bringing in roughly $360 million and surpassing Avengers: Endgame’s $357 million opening to claim…
Hailey F. Kilgore Reflects on Emotional Journey Playing Jukebox in ‘Raising Kanan’
Actor Hailey F. Kilgore has opened up about the emotional toll and personal growth that came with portraying Jukebox, also known as Laverne Thomas, in Power Book III: Raising Kanan. In a series of social media posts shared Thursday, Kilgore described the role as the most demanding of her career, saying the experience challenged her…
Cardi B Stunts Once Again, First Female Rapper With Four Diamond-Certified Singles
Cardi B has officially added another milestone to her career. As of August 3, 2026, the Bronx-born rapper became the first female rapper to earn four Diamond-certified singles from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), further cementing her place in hip-hop history. The RIAA’s Diamond certification recognizes songs that reach 10 million certified units…
Sherri Shepherd’s Fine Art Exhibition Showcases Black Artists Around the Globe
Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show host Sherri Shepherd joined forces with Chicago’s Gallery Guichard to launch the inaugural Sherri Shepherd Fine Art Exhibition, a two-day event celebrating Black art, culture, and artists that drew collectors, enthusiasts, and first-time buyers from across the country. Held Aug. 1–2 in New York City, the exhibition resulted in the…
Byron V. Garrett Leads Genesys Works Expansion to Create Career Pathways for Students
Byron V. Garrett is leading a new phase of growth at Genesys Works, a nonprofit that prepares high school students from underserved communities for college and professional careers through paid internships and workforce training. As chief executive officer, Garrett is expanding corporate partnerships and national investment to help the organization reach more students while addressing…
