On Friday afternoon, the day after Christmas, singer Montell Jordan announced on social media that he is cancer-free. The 57-year-old R&B singer said on Instagram that on Christmas morning, his doctors called and said that his cancer, which returned in early fall of this year, was undetectable in most recent lab tests. Jordan was first […]
Boxing Day, observed each year on Dec. 26, is a holiday with roots in British tradition that has evolved into a global cultural event in many Commonwealth nations. Originally, the day after Christmas was a time for giving back to those in service and need. Wealthy families gave “Christmas boxes” of gifts, money or food […]
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has had many historical moments happen across 2025, including closing the year with news of curating fashion’s biggest night in 2026. Most recently, Vogue announced earlier this month that the singer will co-chair the 2026 Met Gala, alongside Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour. This is also the artist’s return to the Met Gala […]
The holiday season is a time to pause, reflect and gather with loved ones. For many in our community, it’s also a time when the pressure of hosting and cooking a massive feast can overshadow the joy of the occasion. This year, families in the Triangle can reclaim their relaxation by letting local chefs handle […]
Michelle Obama said that she and her husband, former President Barack Obama, had plans to see Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, the same day of their tragic deaths. The former first lady, 61, said on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Monday night that former President Obama knew the acclaimed filmmaker for “many years.” “We were supposed […]
The childhood home of Nina Simone in Tryon, North Carolina, has been fully restored after being saved from demolition. The restoration is part of a movement to protect Black heritage and cultural sites across the United States. The African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund announced the restoration news in November, after a near decade-long fight […]
Spotify was down for thousands of users early Monday, Dec. 15, in what appeared to be a major outage for the music streaming service. The app was showing error messages for users along with having playback difficulties, but it seems to be working normally currently. The widespread issue was reported around 10 a.m. across the […]
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is reversing course on controversial Medicaid reimbursement cuts, a vital move designed to protect healthcare access for the state’s most vulnerable residents amid a tense standoff with Republican lawmakers. Stein and Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai announced Wednesday that reimbursement rates for doctors, hospitals, and […]
Christmas movies from Rudolph to the Peanuts and cheesy Lifetime rom-coms are often picked as fan favorites to binge during the holidays. But, some of our favorite Black sitcoms have played a pivotal role in getting us into the Christmas spirit. From our favorite comedy shows like Martin or Living Single to family favorites like […]
Jermaine Jackson announced during a Christmas Gala for The Monegasque magazine that an art museum showcasing the artistic legacy of his brother, Michael Jackson, is in the works. On Dec. 3, Jermaine said he plans to honor the King of Pop with a Monaco-based museum celebrating Michael Jackson’s hidden talent and love for art, such […]
The holiday season is in full swing, and neighborhoods across the Triangle are dazzling with the glow of festive lights, transforming into magical winter wonderlands. From enchanting light festivals that twinkle like a starry night to local homes adorned with synchronized music displays and cheerful singing Santas, there’s a holiday experience waiting to delight every […]
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