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Singer and actor Andra Day appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show, which aired Thursday, Dec. 18, reflecting on what she is leaving behind at the close of the year and what she plans to carry into 2026. During the interview, Day spoke about dealing with imposter syndrome and learning to show up even when things…
Although Domonique Matthews has spent a large portion of her life in the public eye, others have frequently shared her story. Growing up in Memphis, she experienced homelessness, illness, and financial hardship before becoming a mother as a teenager. She overcame single parenthood, several jobs, higher education, and major health issues like lupus and cervical…
The Art of Writing, a community-centered literary gathering presented by The Life After Prison, took place Thursday, Dec. 18, at the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts. The event primarily focused on supporting people who have served time and are using writing as a tool for reflection and change. The program connected aspiring writers with resources,…
A new behind-the-scenes featurette for Primate offers a closer look at the horror film, opening in theaters on January 9, 2026. Paramount Pictures released the video ahead of the film’s wide release, spotlighting the story’s central threat and the production work that brings it to life. Primate is directed by Johannes Roberts, who co-wrote the…
R&B singer Trey Songz was arrested and arraigned in Manhattan this month on multiple criminal charges following two separate incidents in New York City, according to court records and police reports. Songz, 41, whose legal name is Tremaine Neverson, was taken into custody early Dec. 14 after police said he damaged property at a Midtown…
The New York Knicks claimed the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup championship Tuesday, rallying to a 124-113 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in the title game at T-Mobile Arena. The Knicks overcame an 11-point deficit in the second half and dominated the fourth quarter to secure the trophy. OG Anunoby led New York with 28…
New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a statement Tuesday after a federal judge blocked efforts by the Trump administration to impose fines on states tied to their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program operations. “Our most vulnerable residents rely on SNAP to put food on the table. Despite the federal government’s best efforts to make it…
From the BET show “Diarra from Detroit” to “Tyler Perry’s Divorce in Black,” actor, photographer, and filmmaker Shannon Wallace has brought many of our favorite characters to life. He’s definitely someone to watch for 2026. What first moved you towards acting, and when did you decide to pursue it as a career? A few small moments…