Veracity SavantHere Are the Details About Mattel’s First-Ever Uno Social Club at Las Vegas’ Palms Casino
It’s giving game night goals!If you grew up getting hype over “Draw 4s,” shouting “UNO!” like your life depended on it, and flipping tables over reverse cards (no judgment), then get ready to channel that energy in the most epic way possible. Mattel just announced the launch of its very first UNO So
Veracity Savant | July 14, 2025Gunna Joins Wellness Brand Flerish as Co-Owner
Gunna’s glow up just got hydrated!The Atlanta rapper, known for reshaping the sound and style of hip-hop, is leveling up yet again — this time as a co-owner of Flerish, the clean hydration brand making wellness cool for the culture, PR Newswire reports. And let’s just say, this partnership makes sen
MVEMNT StaffWhy Black America Is Rooting for Ace & Chelley on Love Island USA
On this season of Love Island USA, one couple has captured the hearts—and sparked plenty of conversation: Ace and Chelley. Their connection stands out not just because of their chemistry, but because of what it represents: Black love on full display, in a space that hasn’t always made room for it.Le
Veracity Savant | July 10, 202510 Tips to Dodge Dating Disasters While Holding Out for Real Love
For Black millennials navigating the wild world of modern romance…Let’s be honest—dating in 2025 feels like a mix between “Insecure,” “Get Out,” and a TikTok confessional with no filter. Whether you’re dodging red flags or sending a “Did you get home safe?” text that doubles as a wellness check, we
Veracity Savant | July 10, 2025Black Women Deserve Better: How to Thrive Amid Rising Job Cuts and Unemployment Trends
Social media might be filled with job announcements and #BlackGirlMagic wins, but the reality behind the scenes tells a different story. If you’re a Black woman scrolling through LinkedIn while sipping a matcha latte, wondering why your job search is giving “crickets,” you’re not alone — and it’s no
MVEMNT Staff | July 9, 202510 Nostalgic R&B & Hip-Hop Moments from the 2000s That Still Hit
Ah, the 2000s. A time when sidekicks and chirps were ringing, baggy jeans still touched the floor, and every Friday night felt like a scene from 106 & Park. The early aughts gave us a golden era of R&B and Hip-Hop—where mixtapes ruled, dances went viral without even trying, and artists gave us timel
Veracity Savant | July 7, 2025Mayor Brandon Scott Praised As Baltimore’s Homicide Rate Hits 50-Year Low
Baltimore just flipped the narrative. For a city too often used as a political talking point for urban decay and violent crime, the latest numbers are jaw-dropping in the best way possible: Baltimore’s homicide rate has hit a 50-year low, and Mayor Brandon Scott is getting his flowers for it.Accordi
Veracity Savant | July 7, 2025Can We Talk? Essence Fest, Boycotts & the Power of Loving Accountability
When Essence Festival rolled into New Orleans this year, it arrived not just with star-studded performances and cultural panels—but with an unmistakable undercurrent of tension. Just days before the annual celebration of Black culture and creativity was set to begin, a powerful open letter began cir
Jade DonovanThe Pressure and the Pivot: Why Ages 25–33 Are Everything
There’s something sacred about the stretch of life between 25 and 33. It’s a quiet kind of chaos—where dreams meet deadlines, friendships evolve, and “figuring it out” becomes less about aesthetics and more about alignment.Some call it the quarter-life crisis. Others call it the glow-up era. We call
MVEMNT Staff | June 25, 20257 Things Melanated Skin Needs During This DMV Heat Wave
The DMV is in a chokehold right now with this heat wave. We’re talkin’ 90s and up, high humidity, and sun that don’t play. But if you’re anything like us, that hasn’t stopped you from being outside — from sweating it out at our Aunties & Uncles 30+ Block Party to gearing up for MVEMNT WKND at The Bu
MVEMNT Staff | June 20, 2025Kata Is the Futuristic, Fusion-Filled Dinner Party DC Didn’t Know It Needed
Washington, DC’s nightlife-dining scene just leveled up. Tucked into the heart of Chinatown, Kata has arrived—and it’s not just a restaurant, it’s a full-on production. Part dinner, part club, and part TikTok-worthy fashion show, Kata is where flavor meets flex.From the jump, it’s clear Kata isn’t t
MVEMNT Staff | June 17, 2025Love Bombed or Just Bombed? What Jeremiah & Huda Are Teaching Us About Toxic Romance on TV
The latest season of Love Island USA has social media in a chokehold—but especially the dynamics between Jeremiah and Huda. America voted to separate them, and whew—it’s been a meltdown ever since. From “I love yous” dropped too soon to arguments that feel more like emotional hostage situations, fol
MVEMNT Staff | June 6, 20259 Signs They’re Still a YN Mentally
They got bills. They got brunch reservations. Some of them even got therapy. But make no mistake—mentally, they’re still a YN. We’re talkin’ spiritually 23 even if their knees are giving 33. They might’ve upgraded to high-quality shea butter, but emotionally? Still out here chasing vibes like it’s h
Jade Donovan | May 28, 2025The $46 Margarita: When DC Drink Prices Cross the Line
In a city where bottomless brunch is practically a personality trait and happy hour is sacred, there’s one thing that’s gotten way too serious lately—drink prices. And not in a good way.Someone recently posted about paying $46 for a Casamigos margarita at a rooftop bar in DC. Forty-six dollars. For
MVEMNT Staff | May 22, 20257 Books Every MVEMNT Reader Should Read in 2025
In a year full of uncertainty and distractions, we all need some escape. But not the kind that numbs you—the kind that feeds you. That reminds you who you are. That pushes you to do the scary thing. That keeps you grounded when the world feels chaotic.2025 is giving “next level only,” and whether yo
MVEMNT Staff | May 14, 2025Young Love, Real Drama: Why Everyone’s Watching Forever
Netflix’s Forever, a contemporary reimagining of Judy Blume’s 1975 novel, has captivated audiences since its premiere on May 8, 2025. Set in 2019 Los Angeles, the series follows Keisha (Lovie Simone) and Justin (Michael Cooper Jr.), two Black teenagers who reconnect during their senior year of high
MVEMNT Staff | May 12, 2025Tariffs Dropped—But Don’t Go Ballin’ Just Yet
After months of rising tension and wallet-squeezing price hikes, the U.S. and China have finally agreed to chill—for now. Since President Trump took office in January 2025, he’s gone full throttle on the trade war, ramping tariffs up to 145% on Chinese imports. The result? Prices surged across the b
Jade Donovan | May 9, 202510 Things a Dating Coach Would Say About Navigating the DC Dating Scene
Dating in DC is… a sport. You need stamina, strategy, and sometimes a therapist on speed dial. Between the brunches, the “I work on the Hill” or “I work for Amazon” flexes, and the folks who ghost you mid-convo but still watch your IG stories? Yeah, it’s a lot.Whether you’re fresh outside or seasone
MVEMNT Staff | May 5, 2025Why Not Turn Up with Purpose? 6 Black-Owned Tequila Brands to Sip This Cinco de Mayo
Everybody loves a good reason to drink—and drinking holidays? We show up every time. And Cinco de Mayo? That’s definitely one of our top-tier turn-up days.Even though it falls on a Monday this year (rude), the party already went up this past weekend—tacos, good vibes, and tequila flowing heavy. But
Jade Donovan | May 5, 2025If You Haven’t Seen Sinners Yet, This Is Your Sign to Go—ASAP
Let’s keep it real: every few years, a movie drops that has everyone talking. Not just film buffs or Twitter critics, but your auntie, your barber, your group chat, and the folks at brunch. Right now, that movie is Sinners.If you’ve been “waiting for the hype to die down” or telling yourself you’ll
MVEMNT Staff | April 30, 2025Gaia Supperclub Is Giving Dubai, Mykonos, and D.C.—All on the Same Plate
If dinner and a show had a baby with a bottle girl and a Michelin-star chef, it would be Gaia Supperclub. Downtown D.C. just got a global glow-up, and yes—it’s lavish, it’s luxe, and it comes with caviar-topped chicken nuggets. (Rihanna would approve.)Gaia is where dinner gets dressed up and decides
Jade Donovan | April 25, 2025What Their Social Media Says Before the First Date Even Starts
So you matched.You’re vibin’.Numbers were exchanged, the banter was smooth… and now it’s time for the real first impression: the scroll.Because in 2025, you don’t really go on a first date until you go on a deep dive.Instagram. Threads. TikTok if you’re brave. You might even hit LinkedIn if you’re t
MVEMNT Staff | April 21, 2025Vortex Lounge Brings a Bold New Beat to DC’s Culinary Scene
Chic cocktails, high-style vibes, and brunch that doesn’t miss — but is DC’s newest lounge ready for prime time?Washington, DC has no shortage of places to grab a drink or grab a bite — but it’s rare to find a spot that feels like both a destination and a vibe. Enter Vortex Lounge, the recently open
MVEMNT Staff | April 18, 2025You Gotta See Sinners This Weekend — Trust Me
Let me put it to you straight: Ryan Coogler’s new movie Sinners? That joint is a whole experience — and you need to see it, like, this weekend.This ain’t your typical vampire flick. It’s a moody, soulful, blood-soaked Southern drama that blends horror, history, and a little bit of hoodoo — all wrapp
