| October 10, 2025
Why Women Should Date Multiple People — With Transparency and Honesty
Dating one person at a time often places women at an unfair disadvantage. Too often, commitment is assumed before it’s earned. Meanwhile, the same men who expect exclusivity are rarely offering it in return.For women, the message has long been to choose quickly and stay loyal early. But the truth is
| October 10, 2025
Natalia Bryant Makes Creative Director Debut With Lakers Kobe Tribute
Natalia Bryant is stepping confidently into her creative era. The 22-year-old daughter of the late Kobe Bryant has officially made her debut as a creative director with a short film that hits close to home, celebrating the purple and gold legacy of the Los Angeles Lakers, The Los Angeles Times repor
| October 9, 2025
Landover Church Hosts Job & Resource Fair for Furloughed Workers
In the heart of Prince George’s County, City of Praise Family Ministries (COPFM) is proving that the church is more than just a place of worship; it’s a lifeline. As the government shutdown continues to impact the DMV region, leaving federal workers and contractors without pay or employment, the Lan
| October 7, 2025
DC Design Week Proved the City’s Creatives Are in a League of Their Own
It was just the creative recharge the District needed!Washington, D.C., just wrapped one of its most inspiring weeks of the year. From September 26 to October 5, DC Design Week 2025 (DCDW) transformed the city into a creative playground, proving once again why the District is a powerhouse for innova
| October 6, 2025
Actress Ayo Edebiri Named Chanel’s First Ambassador Under Matthieu Blazy
Ayo Edebiri is officially stepping into the spotlight of luxury fashion. The Emmy-winning actor, writer, and director has been named the newest House Ambassador for Chanel and the first under Matthieu Blazy’s creative direction, Hypebeast reports. The announcement arrives just in time for Blazy’s hi
| October 6, 2025
Why So Many Men Don’t Have Close Friends — and Why It Matters for All of Us
If you’ve ever noticed how women roll to brunch or a block party with a squad but men often show up solo or with just one homie, you’re not imagining it. Research says more than 1 in 7 men don’t have a single close friend. That gap in connection isn’t just sad — it’s dangerous. Because when men don’
| October 3, 2025
Former Obama Official & Media Founder Ashley Allison Makes History as First Black Woman to Own The Root
The Root has officially come home. The pioneering Black news and culture outlet is now Black-owned once again, thanks to CNN commentator and former Obama-Biden White House official Ashley Allison, who purchased the site through her company, Watering Hole Media, The Root reports. For Allison, the mov
| October 2, 2025
Wale to Produce New Crime Drama About D.C. Hitman Wayne “Silk” Perry
Wale is stepping into a whole new lane and taking D.C. culture with him. The Grammy-nominated rapper is officially making his debut as an executive producer with Silk, an upcoming crime drama about infamous ’90s hitman Wayne “Silk” Perry, Billboard reports.Still in early development, the series will
| October 1, 2025
DMV Feds, We Got You: Shutdown Survival Guide
It’s official—the government shut down at 12:01 a.m. on October 1st, and if you’re a federal worker in the DMV, you already know what that means. No paycheck, endless waiting on Congress to “figure it out,” and that familiar pit in your stomach wondering how long this ride is gonna last.This isn’t n
| October 1, 2025
D.C. Native, Princess Ariana Austin Makonnen of Ethiopia, Launches New Podcast for Creatives Who Dream Big
Her Royal Highness Princess Ariana Austin Makonnen has worn many crowns, royal, cultural, and creative. Now, she’s adding podcast host to the list with “Building Boldly,” a brand-new show and resource hub spotlighting the founders, artists, and changemakers shaping the future of culture.Princess Ari
| September 30, 2025
Shonda Rhimes Becomes First Black Woman to Have Building Named in Her Honor at Dartmouth College
Shonda Rhimes is rewriting the script again, this time off-screen. The powerhouse behind Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, and Bridgerton just became the first Black woman to have a building named in her honor at Dartmouth College.Rhimes, a 1991 Dartmouth alum, is pledging $15 million to support the school’s
| September 29, 2025
Barbershop to Speakeasy: Manifest 002 Has It All
Manifest 002 has touched down in Union Market—and if you’re looking for the new spot that has everything you didn’t know you needed, this is it. Haircuts? Check. Boutique shopping? Yep. Chef-driven dining and cocktails? Absolutely. A speakeasy for when you’re not ready to go home yet? Say less.This
| September 29, 2025
Former Educator Launches “Black Parenting Academy” to Help Parents Raising High-Achieving Children
Black kids are out here shining brighter than ever, from viral TikTok dancers to pee-wee athletes already looking like they’re headed to the draft, and even toddler sensations whose viral moments keep the internet in a chokehold. But with the spotlight comes tough decisions, pressure, and sometimes
| September 26, 2025
Nike Celebrates Virgil Abloh With New “Codes” Paris Exhibit Set to Open on His Birthday
Virgil Abloh’s impact is still unfolding, this time in Paris, where Nike and the Virgil Abloh Archive™ are teaming up for a 10-day celebration of his brilliance. “Virgil Abloh: The Codes” is Europe’s first major exhibition devoted to his work, landing at the legendary Grand Palais from September 30
| September 26, 2025
Live Nation Invests in Black-Owned Music & Gaming Focused Company, Cxmmunity Media
Black culture, gaming, and music are about to get an even bigger spotlight. Cxmmunity Media, the Black-owned entertainment and events company at the center of it all, just secured a six-figure strategic investment from Live Nation Urban, Variety reports. And trust, it’s not just about the money, it’
| September 26, 2025
5 Reasons to Drink Rosé in the Fall
Traditionally, Rosé is a spring and summer sip—but some traditions are worth breaking.For years, the American wine market has painted Rosé as a warm-weather thing. Served chilled, it became the go-to refresher for hot days, the glass you reached for at pool parties, picnics, and rooftop brunches. Wi
| September 24, 2025
New Creative Studio Brings Hollywood-Quality Production to Prince George’s County
Who says you have to pack your bags for L.A., Atlanta, or New York to get movie-level production quality? Prince George’s County, Maryland, just got its own slice of Hollywood thanks to ideaPlexMD, a new creative hub bringing blockbuster energy to the DMV, WTOP News reports.Tucked away on a quiet st
| September 23, 2025
Prairie View A&M Becomes First HBCU to Launch Sickle Cell Warrior Program for Students
Prairie View A&M University is taking student health to the next level with the launch of its Student Sickle Cell Warrior Project, a first-of-its-kind pilot program designed to support students living with sickle cell disease. The initiative, which officially kicked off on September 17, 2025, is set
| September 22, 2025
It’s Officially Fall — And Your Skin Knows It
When the Fall Air Hits Different on Melanin SkinThere’s something magical about that first crisp breeze of fall. The air smells fresh, leaves start showing out in burnt oranges and deep reds, and boots + cozy layers season officially begins. But when that air shifts, your skin changes too.For melani
| September 22, 2025
Jaden Smith Makes History as Christian Louboutin’s First Men’s Creative Director
Jaden Smith just added another major title to his already stacked résumé, and this one is straight from the front row of fashion. The 27-year-old rapper, actor, and eco-entrepreneur is officially Christian Louboutin’s first men’s creative director, bringing his bold vision and fearless style to one
| September 15, 2025
College Friends Open First Black-Owned Pharmacy in Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville just got a historic upgrade in health care. Good Brothers Pharmacy, the city’s first Black-owned pharmacy, has officially opened its doors in the Russell neighborhood, and the excitement is real, AfroTech reports.The vision comes from longtime friends turned founders, DeShawn King and Isa
| September 15, 2025
Al Roker Debuts New Animated Weather Series on PBS Kids
Al Roker is taking his talents from forecasting your morning showers to forecasting kids’ imaginations with his brand-new animated series, Weather Hunters, which premiered September 8 on PBS Kids, the LA Times reports.The “Today” show legend grew up glued to Saturday morning cartoons, sketching char
| September 15, 2025
Meet Chef Rock Harper, the Visionary Behind D.C.’s First Phone-Free Bar
D.C. nightlife just got a bold new twist, and it comes courtesy of Rahman “Rock” Harper. The James Beard-nominated chef, Hell’s Kitchen season three winner, and owner of Queen Mothers DC is stepping outside the kitchen to reimagine how we connect — literally. His latest venture, Hush Harbor, recentl
| September 15, 2025