Leah HenryFrom Instagram Hair Recipes to Retail Reality, Cardi B Introduces Grow-Good Beauty
Before there was a logo, a rollout plan or a spring launch date, there was Cardi B in a robe, parting her hair on Instagram and talking to millions of followers like they were cousins sitting on the edge of her bed.Long before Grow-Good Beauty became a formal brand announcement, Cardi had already be
Leah Henry | February 11, 2026Jokes on You: Kevin Durant Turns ‘Ashy Legs’ Jokes Into a Check as the New Face of CeraVe
It is no secret that NBA legend and DMV native Kevin Durant has picked up an unexpected off-the-court reputation over the years, and it has nothing to do with his jump shot. For as long as social media can remember, the Houston Rockets power forward has been the butt of endless jokes about having “a
Leah Henry | February 6, 2026Hiring Slows as Layoffs Rise, What This Means for Black America
New data released this week show the U.S. labor market is facing real challenges as 2026 begins. Employers nationwide announced a surge in layoffs in January, while hiring plans slowed to record lows. For Black and Hispanic workers, who historically face higher unemployment and greater job insecurit
MVEMNT StaffToo Broke to Break Up: How the DMV’s Cost of Living Is Keeping Couples Together (For Better or Worse)
The math isn’t mathing, but the lease is still valid. That’s the reality for 23% of couples nationally staying together primarily because of financial dependency, according to LendingTree. In Canada, 55% of people say they need to be in a relationship just to afford their lifestyle. And nowhere is t
Leah Henry | February 4, 2026This Grocery Store Just Beat Publix and Costco for America’s Top Spot
Trader Joe’s is officially having a moment. According to the latest American Customer Satisfaction Index, the cult-favorite grocery chain has been crowned America’s favorite supermarket, edging out longtime frontrunners like Publix and Costco.The annual survey, which measures how satisfied shoppers
MVEMNT Staff | January 21, 2026Vernon Davis Is Bringing Fast-Casual Pasta To Navy Yard
DC still hasn’t gotten over losing Vapiano, and the pasta-shaped void in our hearts remains real. Now former Washington tight end Vernon Davis is bringing his own fast-casual pasta concept to Navy Yard—and it might just be what the neighborhood needs. Set to open February 15th at 1231 First St. SE n
MVEMNT Staff | December 22, 20258 Black-Owned Spirits & Beverages to Bring to Christmas Dinner
Christmas dinner is already doing the most. The food is layered, the aunties are seated early, the cousins are arguing over spades rules, and somebody’s playing old school R&B a little too loud. The only thing left is what you’re bringing to the table.This year, while others will pull up with the re
Veracity SavantThe Breakfast Club Is Headed to Netflix as Video Podcasts Take Center Stage
The culture is headed to a new screen. The Breakfast Club, the long running radio show and podcast that has shaped hip hop conversations for more than a decade, is officially coming to Netflix as part of a new video podcast partnership between Netflix and iHeartMedia, the Los Angeles Times reports.T
Veracity Savant | December 15, 2025Nnena Kalu Makes History as First Learning-Disabled Artist to Win Prestigious Turner Prize
Nnena Kalu has officially made history. The Glasgow-born Nigerian artist has been named the winner of the 2025 Turner Prize, becoming the first learning-disabled artist to receive the UK’s most prestigious visual arts honor, Art Forum reports. The award comes with a £25,000 prize and cements Kalu’s
Veracity Savant | December 15, 2025Howard University Hospital’s Sickle Cell Center Gets Funding Boost, Offering New Hope for Patients Across D.C.
For many people living with sickle cell disease, the pain is not just intense; it is life-disrupting. It sends patients from home to emergency rooms again and again, searching for relief while juggling physical exhaustion and emotional strain. Now, an expanded and newly funded Center for Sickle Cell
Veracity Savant | December 15, 2025Steven Bartlett’s “Diary of a CEO” Podcast Just Hit a $425M Valuation & the Creator Economy Is Watching
What started as a mic, a flat in London, and a curiosity about people has officially turned into one of the most powerful creator-led media businesses in the world. Black British podcaster and entrepreneur Steven Bartlett has turned The Diary of a CEO from a passion project into a franchise, now val
Veracity Savant | December 15, 2025Rapper Tierra Whack Takes on a New Animated Persona in “Invincible VS” Gaming Universe
Tierra Whack is stepping into a whole new arena, and it is animated, action-packed, and unapologetically bold. The Philly-born rapper and creative force has officially joined the Invincible universe as the voice of a new character named Ella Mental in the upcoming fighting game Invincible VS, Cosmic
Veracity Savant | December 14, 2025Billionaire Michael Bloomberg Invests $10M to Build a Direct K–12 Pathway Into Alabama HBCUs
A significant investment from billionaire Michael Bloomberg is opening new doors for Black students in Alabama by bringing K–12 education directly onto the campuses of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), AfroTech reports. Both Bloomberg Philanthropies and the national education org
Veracity Savant | December 14, 2025Colin Kaepernick Brings AI Storytelling to Prince George’s County Classrooms
Colin Kaepernick is continuing his commitment to empowering the next generation, this time by helping Prince George’s County high school students sharpen their voices through artificial intelligence, WTOP News reports. Prince George’s County Public Schools recently showcased Lumi Story, an AI-powere
Veracity Savant | December 14, 2025Big Sean & Usher Bet on Detroit’s Future With a $1 Million Investment in Young Creators
Detroit has always been a city that builds things that change the world, and Big Sean and Usher are making sure the next generation has the tools to keep that tradition alive. The two global superstars are investing $1 million in the Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator, a new space designed t
Veracity Savant | December 14, 2025Hip Hop Legends Become Collectibles With First-Ever “A Tribe Called Quest” Action Figures
Thirty-five years after changing the sound and soul of hip hop, A Tribe Called Quest is officially stepping into collector history with their first-ever action figures. For fans who grew up on lyricism, vibes, and intentional cool, this moment hits different.Super7 has teamed up with Okayplayer Shop
Veracity Savant | December 14, 2025Stefon Diggs Brings Calm to the Crib With New Furniture Line “Si Vis Pacem”
Stefon Diggs is expanding his creative playbook beyond the football field. The NFL star has officially unveiled his new furniture line, “Si Vis Pacem,” a sculptural home collection rooted in intention, artistry, and the pursuit of peace, Hypebeast reports. Translating from Latin to “If you want peac
Veracity Savant | December 14, 2025Allen Iverson Is Bringing Affordable Housing Home to Newport News
A major win for Hampton Roads is officially on the board: an affordable housing development backed by NBA icon Allen Iverson is moving forward in Newport News, WTKR News reports. The Newport News City Council has approved a rezoning request for the project in the Denbigh community, clearing the way
Veracity Savant | December 14, 2025Jerry Lorenzo’s Fear of God & the NFL Just Dropped the Most Stylish Fan Collection of the Year
The NFL is stepping directly into the fashion conversation, and this time they’re linking with a brand already beloved across elite style circles. Fear of God has officially teamed up with the league for a brand new collection that merges luxury, nostalgia, and classic sports culture in a way only J
Veracity Savant | December 10, 2025Little League Legend Mo’Ne Davis Drafted to the Inaugural Women’s Pro Baseball League
Black girl magic stays undefeated, and Mo’ne Davis just reminded the world why her name still rings out a decade later. The Little League World Series legend, who captured the hearts of millions back in 2014, is officially going pro, MLB.com reports. Davis, now 24, was drafted 10th overall in the in
Veracity Savant | December 10, 2025Nonprofit Tumaini DC Raises $8,000 to Send Students to Ghana at Inaugural Impact Awards Gala
Tumaini DC, the dynamic nonprofit founded by D.C. native and former educator Portia Richardson, has long been a trailblazer in culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and healing-centered Social and Emotional Learning. This year, the organization once again showed what is possible when community, cu
Veracity Savant | December 9, 2025Veteran Ad Exec Louis Carr Steps Into New Era as President of BET
BET is entering a new chapter, and it is one rooted in legacy, leadership, and the continuation of Black cultural power. Paramount has officially appointed Louis Carr as President of BET, a milestone move that expands his nearly 40 years of influence at the world’s largest media company dedicated to
Veracity Savant | December 5, 2025Actress Quinta Brunson Launches Free Field Trip Fund for Philly Students
Quinta Brunson is pouring back into her hometown in the most beautiful way. The “Abbott Elementary” creator and star has launched the Quinta Brunson Field Trip Fund, partnering with the School District of Philadelphia to make sure more than 117,000 public school students can explore the city’s museu
Veracity Savant | December 5, 2025D.C. Set to Host First-Ever Capital City National Showcase Featuring Elite High School Hoopers
The Washington Warriors are leveling up the city this weekend. The premiere D.C. AAU program, launched just three years ago by partners Andre Hopson, Antoine Williams, and Derrick Washington, is returning with its next big move: the inaugural Capital City National Showcase. The new event is shining
