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50 Cent recently teased having a role in the upcoming Street Fighter movie. Nexus Point News reported that the G-Unit leader was in talks of taking on the role of Balrog, a disgraced boxer who first appeared in Street Fighter II: The World Warrior. Fif saw the report and took to Instagram with a screenshot of the article. “No Days […]
In celebrate of Juneteenth with a series of events and activities throughout the city. Renowned children’s book author Alice Faye Duncan is in town and has been presenting interactive stories and motivational speeches to kids, teens, and adults across the Rochester area. She made an appearance at Teen Empowerment on June 17, sharing insights on […]
Parcel 5 in downtown Rochester is set to host the annual Juneteenth Block Party on Wednesday. The block party comes ahead of the federal holiday on Thursday to mark the day that enslaved people in Texas learned about their freedom, two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. The block party begins at 11 […]
Just four years after Juneteenth became a federal holiday, corporate enthusiasm for its celebration is fading. Companies that once supported parades, festivals, and educational efforts are now scaling back or withdrawing sponsorships entirely, citing budget changes or offering no explanation. Grassroots organizers, especially Black-led groups, are struggling to maintain events without prior funding. Advocates warn […]
Sly Stone, the remarkable, eccentric frontman, singer, songwriter and producer of his family group, Sly & the Family Stone, died in Los Angeles on Monday, June 9. The musical icon had been battling lung disease, according to a statement provided by his family. He was 82. “While we mourn his absence, we take solace in knowing […]
Doechii took home the title of best female hip hop artist at the 2025 BET Awards, and she used her acceptance speech to shed light on the ongoing protests against unlawful immigration raids in Los Angeles. The “Alter Ego” rapper noted that it was her first time attending the awards ceremony and showed love toward her fellow nominees […]
The 2025 BET Awards, hosted by Kevin Hart, was a night of legacy, talent, and cultural celebration. Kendrick Lamar emerged as the biggest winner, taking home four awards including Album of the Year for GNX, Best Male Hip Hop Artist, and Video of the Year for “Not Like Us.” SZA claimed Best Female R&B/Pop Artist […]
Reggae legend Buju Banton returned to Los Angeles after two decades, electrifying the BET Experience 2025 with a performance that celebrated his legacy and reaffirmed his rebel spirit. The Grammy-winning artist opened with hits like “Wanna Be Loved” and “Bonafide Love,” backed by a live band. The concert also turned introspective when Banton performed “Untold […]
Cynthia Erivo is using her platform to celebrate authenticity and challenge societal norms. The Tony-winning actress and singer opens up about her queerness and personal growth as she prepares to release her new studio album, I Forgive You, on June 6. Since coming out in 2022, Erivo has embraced being a visible figure for LGBTQ+ […]
Devin White and Mary Pryor are reshaping the narrative around Black creators, challenging the idea that visibility equals opportunity. White, founder of Blacktivity—a soon-to-launch nonprofit, Black-owned streaming platform—wants creators to have ownership and access to resources without exploitative gatekeeping. The platform will share up to 60% ad revenue and center BIPOC content. Pryor, a filmmaker […]
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