The article highlights the importance of Black representation in movies and how Black-led films have evolved over time. It features a decade-by-decade list of must-watch Black movies that celebrate Black stories, culture and history.
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Malcolm X meets Shakespeare in revisioning of ‘The Tragedy of Julius Caesar’ at D.C.’s Folger Theatre
“Julius X: A Revisioning of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare” is a powerful and emotionally charged play that merges the lyrical brilliance of spoken word artist Al Letson with the time-revered speeches and scenes of William Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar,” featuring renowned Shakespearean actor Brandon Carter as Malcolm X.
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Neo-soul icon D’Angelo dies at 51 — fans, radio and the music world mourn
D’Angelo, the influential neo-soul artist, passed away at the age of 51 after a private battle with pancreatic cancer, leaving a void in modern music and a legacy of soulful intensity, stylistic daring, and deep musical integrity.
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Judge tosses Drake’s defamation lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar’s global hit ‘Not Like Us’
A federal judge dismissed Drake’s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group, ruling that Kendrick Lamar’s lyrics in “Not Like Us” — which accused Drake of being a pedophile — were protected opinion, not factual claims. The judge described the case as part of “the most infamous rap battle in the genre’s history,” ending Drake’s attempt to claim damages for harm to his reputation and brand.
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs gets 4 years in prison for case involving sex workers, violence and ‘freak-offs’
Sean “Diddy” Combs was sentenced to four years and two months in federal prison for transporting people across state lines for sex, a case that included disturbing testimony of abuse and manipulation but fell short of trafficking convictions. The ruling marks a dramatic fall for the hip-hop mogul, who apologized in court and asked for a chance to rebuild his life and family.
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Assata Shakur, Black liberation icon and US fugitive, dies in Cuba at 78
By Philip Marcelo The Associated Press Assata Shakur, a Black liberation activist who was given political asylum in Cuba after her 1979 escape from a U.S. prison where she had been serving a life sentence for killing a police officer, has died, her daughter and the Cuban government said. Shakur, who was born Joanne Deborah […]
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BET gutted, DEI killed, media bought—47th president’s playbook in action
Eight months into his second term, the 47th president is dismantling DEI programs and tightening control over media, with critics calling it part of a White nationalist agenda. The FCC-approved Skydance takeover of Paramount Global has already led to BET suspending major cultural programs, sparking fears of Black voices being erased from mainstream media.
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Beloved ‘Cosby Show’ star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies tragically at 54
Fans across the globe took to social media to mourn the tragic death of actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who reportedly drowned while vacationing with family in Costa Rica. Best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on “The Cosby Show,” Warner was widely celebrated for helping redefine the portrayal of Black middle-class life on television.
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs not guilty of sex trafficking and racketeering, convicted of prostitution offense
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was convicted of two prostitution-related offenses but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering charges, and could still face up to 10 years in prison.
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Jury set to deliberate Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ fate
The prosecution in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial rested its case on June 25 after six weeks of intense testimony, including allegations of abuse, coercion, and sexual misconduct from multiple women, most notably singer Cassie Ventura. With the defense resting and a motion filed for acquittal on key charges, the jury is expected to begin deliberations following closing arguments on June 26.
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Death and hip-hop: The toll of drill rap and pushes for positive music
The rising deaths linked to drill rap have sparked urgent conversations about whether the music reflects harsh realities or fuels ongoing violence among youth. Community advocates like Sajda “Purple” Blackwell are working to promote positive rap as a powerful alternative that uplifts rather than harms.
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is unlikely to testify as judge says jury could get case next week
Sean “Diddy” Combs is unlikely to testify in his federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, with his defense expected to conclude within days and the jury possibly beginning deliberations next week. The trial, marked by explicit testimony and video evidence from former partners, hinges on whether the encounters were consensual or coerced, as prosecutors and defense attorneys present starkly opposing narratives.