Veracity SavantNas’ Mass Appeal & Marvel Unite for Epic Comic Book Series Honoring Hip-Hop Legends
New York Comic Con just witnessed a historic crossover between two cultural powerhouses: hip-hop and Marvel. Through his company Mass Appeal, hip-hop icon Nas has partnered with Marvel to launch Legend Has It…, a limited-edition comic book reimagining some of the greatest figures in rap as superhero
Veracity Savant | October 10, 2025Natalia 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
Veracity Savant | October 9, 2025Landover 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
Veracity Savant | October 7, 2025DC 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
Veracity Savant | October 6, 2025Actress 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
Veracity Savant | October 3, 2025Former 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
Veracity Savant | October 2, 2025Wale 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
Veracity Savant | October 1, 2025D.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
Veracity Savant | September 30, 2025Shonda 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
MVEMNT StaffBarbershop 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
Veracity Savant | September 29, 2025Former 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
Veracity Savant | September 26, 2025Live 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’
Veracity Savant | September 24, 2025New 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
Veracity Savant | September 22, 2025Jaden 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
Veracity Savant | September 15, 2025College 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
Veracity Savant | September 15, 2025Meet 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
Veracity Savant | September 15, 2025Michael Jordan’s Legendary McJordan BBQ Sauce Is Back on the Market for $6K
Some collectibles are sneakers, some are trading cards, and then there’s a gallon of 30-year-old barbecue sauce with Michael Jordan’s name on it. Yes, you read that right. The legendary McJordan BBQ sauce, originally created for McDonald’s 1992 McJordan sandwich, is back on the market and currently
Veracity Savant | September 12, 2025Shaboozey Launches New Label & Signs First Country Artist
Shaboozey isn’t slowing down. Fresh off the chart-smashing success of “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” and the current reign of “Good News” on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart, he’s adding another title to his growing list of accomplishments: label head, Billboard reports.The Virginia-bred star is expanding hi
Veracity Savant | September 11, 2025Serena & Venus Williams Launch New Program for Underserved Youth
Serena and Venus Williams are trading in trophies for textbooks with the launch of a new education and mentorship initiative, the Williams Family Excellence Program, Black Enterprise reports. In partnership with the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Foundation, the sisters are making sure unde
Veracity Savant | September 10, 2025Yeleen Beauty Opens D.C.’s First Manufacturing Hub for Indie Beauty Brands
Black beauty entrepreneurs in the nation’s capital just got a major win. Yeleen Beauty Makerspace has officially opened its doors, standing tall as D.C.’s first-ever manufacturing hub for independent beauty brands, Black Enterprise reports.The 3,000-square-foot facility is designed to take small bus
Veracity Savant | September 9, 2025A New Study Says There’s a Cost to Friendship, It’ll Run You $250 Every Month
It turns out that friendship isn’t just about love, loyalty, and knowing your friend’s order at Chick-fil-A. According to a new survey from Ally Bank, keeping those bonds strong also costs an average of $250 a month. Yes, your bestie’s birthday dinner, that rooftop happy hour, and the spontaneous “l
MVEMNT Staff | September 8, 2025DC Restaurants Are Calling This “Pandemic 2.0”—Here’s Why Our Support Matters
Washington, DC’s hospitality scene is under pressure again. Not from COVID this time, but from a wave of federal crackdowns and heightened enforcement that has local restaurant and bar owners sounding the alarm. Shawn Townsend, President & CEO of the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington
Veracity Savant | September 8, 2025P.G. County Residents Mobilize to Oppose $5 Billion Data Center Project in Landover
Prince George’s County is facing a fight over what could be its biggest development project yet. A $5 billion data center complex, called Brightseat Tech Park, is set for the site of the old Landover Mall—and residents aren’t happy.The project, led by Lerner Enterprises and The Tower Companies, alre
Veracity Savant | September 4, 2025UNC’s Seth Trimble Used NIL Earnings to Become Youngest Ben & Jerry’s Franchise Owner
Seth Trimble is proving that his vision stretches far beyond the basketball court. The 21-year-old University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) guard has just made history as the youngest Ben & Jerry’s franchise owner, using his name, image, and likeness (NIL) earnings to turn a dream into real
