(Image: Univision screenshot) Some people just have nothing to do with their time. George Zimmerman has filed a lawsuit against Democratic presidential hopefuls Pete Buttigieg and Elizabeth Warren, according to NBC News. Zimmerman, who shot and killed Trayvon Martin in a case that gained national attention in 2012, is suing …
Read More »NBA All-Star Dunk Contest Winner Derrick Jones Jr. Lands Puma Deal
Making a splash in a nationally televised contest can do wonders for you! The Miami Heat’s Derrick Jones Jr. receives a sneaker deal with PUMA after winning a controversial dunk contest at last weekend’s NBA All-Star Game, according to ESPN. Jones, who is averaging 8.7 points and 4.2 rebounds per …
Read More »LeBron James and His Company Uninterrupted Accused of Trademark Infringement
Looks like the king is headed to court! LeBron James‘ media company, Uninterrupted, has been accused of unfairly profiting from a phrase he uses that a Maryland nonprofit says is a trademarked slogan, according to CBS News. “I am more than an athlete,” is trademarked by youth development organization Game …
Read More »Who Qualifies for Medicare?
Trying to learn the ins and outs of Medicare doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This guide will lay out who is eligible for Medicare, available options, and how to get the coverage you need. To qualify for Medicare, you must fit specific criteria. You are eligible if: You are aged …
Read More »National Museum of African American Music Is Set to Open This Summer in Nashville
The National Museum of African American Music is on track to open in Nashville later this year. When it does, it will be the only institution dedicated to showcasing music genres created and inspired by black Americans. In 2015, Karl Dean, who was the mayor of Nashville at the time, …
Read More »Karen Civil & Chris Lyons spotlighted at event propelling Black culture in tech
Fueled by Culture partnered with Microsoft for Startups for an installment of their Tech & Culture event, which took place at The Mezzanine last Friday. The event discussion was moderated by tech entrepreneur Isa Watson, who was joined by author, media maven and philanthropist Karen Civil & Andreessen Horowitz executive and …
Read More »Breakfast roundtable with ‘Self Made’ Madam C.J. Walker stars Blair Underwood, Bill Bellamy and exec producers
Netflix It’s Black History Month and every year we highlight figures, past and present, who have impacted the world. Names like Madam C.J. Walker, the first self-made millionaire, almost always makes the cut. But there is far more to her story than how the pressing comb is a staple in …
Read More »Aetna Medicare Plans for Your Healthcare Needs
Original Medicare is a federal health insurance plan that consists of Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) and Medicare Part B (medical insurance). To qualify, you must be 65 or over, and in most cases, you’re automatically enrolled in Part A and Part B once you’re eligible. In addition, individuals under …
Read More »Colorado is One Step Closer to Banning Natural Hair Discrimination
The Colorado House of Representatives recently passed a bill that would ban hairstyle discrimination, according to CBS Denver. “CROWN – ‘Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair’— is an important step forward for racial equality and freedom of expression,” said Rep. Leslie Herod, who is a sponsor of …
Read More »Illinois Police Unlawfully Arrest and Detain Black College Athlete
In one of the latest incidents of cops’ gone rogue, Illinois police officers arrested an innocent young black man. On Feb. 24, 2019, Jaylan Butler was traveling by bus from a college championship tournament in South Dakota with his swim team. Sometime after 8:00 p.m., the bus pulled over on …
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