A California jury found Meta and YouTube liable for contributing to a young woman’s social media addiction and mental health harm, awarding $3 million in damages and recommending an additional $3 million in punitive damages. The landmark case could influence thousands of similar lawsuits, though both companies plan to challenge the verdict.
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Shirley Raines, Black community advocate and Beauty 2 The Streetz founder, dies at 58
Shirley Raines, founder and CEO of Beauty 2 The Streetz, a nonprofit organization providing resources to people experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles, has died at age 58, leaving behind a legacy of service and advocacy.
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Anthony Joshua posts his first public update since the car crash that killed two of his friends
Anthony Joshua shared his first public message since surviving a car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his close friends and team members, posting a photo with his mother and others alongside a tribute caption. The former heavyweight champion sustained minor injuries in the Dec. 29 crash near Lagos, while his strength coach Sina Ghami and trainer Latif “Latz” Ayodele were killed; the driver has since been charged as investigations continue.
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I hated wearing tights, until my mother died
A journalist reflects on the wisdom of her late mother, who taught her the importance of wearing hosiery and shapewear, and how it has become a source of comfort and connection to her mother’s memory.
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Baltimore commissioner suspends ‘police powers’ of officer seen attempting to hit man with squad car
Screenshots from a video uploaded to Tik Tok show an officer of the Baltimore Police Department running down a man in his squad car, ultimately crashing into private property.
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Angel Reese becomes first pro athlete to walk in Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
Angel Reese walks the runway during the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on Oct. 15, 2025, in the Brooklyn borough of New York.
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New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker announces engagement to Alexis Lewis
By The Associated Press New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker, whose record-setting Senate speech this year denouncing the Trump administration fueled talk of a potential future national campaign, has announced his engagement to girlfriend Alexis Lewis. Booker, a former Democratic candidate for president, announced the engagement on Instagram Sept. 2, posting five photos of the couple […]
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Funeral services announced for minority business advocate and attorney Anthony ‘Tony’ Robinson
Anthony “Tony” W. Robinson, a civil rights attorney and longtime advocate for minority businesses, has died at 76. Funeral services will be held Aug. 11–12 in Baltimore to honor his decades of service, including his leadership of the Minority Business Enterprise Legal Defense and Education Fund.
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Disney Dreamers Academy now accepting applications for popular mentorship program at Walt Disney World
Applications are now open for the 2026 Disney Dreamers Academy, a mentorship program that selects 100 high school students nationwide for an all-expenses-paid, life-changing experience at Walt Disney World. The program equips teens from diverse backgrounds with leadership skills, career insights, and inspiration to pursue their dreams.
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How to spot and avoid digital fraud
Financial solutions investment advisor Zakiyyah Muhammad warns that Cash App scams are becoming more prevalent, particularly targeting elderly retirees and young users. By understanding common fraud tactics and staying vigilant, individuals can better protect their finances and avoid falling victim to digital payment scams.
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Meet the Black CIA officer fired over a rap song
Steve Gary Jones Jr., a former CIA employee from Maryland, is using his memoir, rap music, and entertainment to expose alleged systemic racism within the agency, claiming he was fired over a song that challenged racial injustice.
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Meet the financial content creators making money management education accessible for all
With the growing Black-White wealth gap and diminishing federal job opportunities, financial literacy has become essential for Black Americans. Experts are increasingly using social media to provide practical advice on budgeting, saving and investing.