Kanye West says he'd model his administration after Wakanda government from 'Black Panther'
In a four hour interview in which he also withdrew his support from President Donald Trump, Kanye West said his presidential administration would be set up like the government of Wakanda.
In a four hour interview in which he also withdrew his support from President Donald Trump, Kanye West said his presidential administration would be set up like the government of Wakanda.
Tom Hanks on COVID-19, ‘Greyhound’ and wartime mentality
For many, Hanks’ contraction of COVID-19 was the first loud alarm bell that went off in the early days of the pandemic. If “America’s Dad” could get it, so could anyone. The decision to go public with their diagnoses, Hanks said in a recent interview, was twofold. He didn’t want any rumors about why the production was shut down. And if he was going to serve as an overdue public service announcement, so be it.
For many, Hanks’ contraction of COVID-19 was the first loud alarm bell that went off in the early days of the pandemic. If “America’s Dad” could get it, so could anyone. The decision to go public with their diagnoses, Hanks said in a recent interview, was twofold. He didn’t want any rumors about why the production was shut down. And if he was going to serve as an overdue public service announcement, so be it.
Glee actress Naya Rivera missing, may have drowned after boating on California lake
Actress Naya Rivera, known for her role on FOX television series Glee, is reported missing on a lake near Los Angeles.
Actress Naya Rivera, known for her role on FOX television series Glee, is reported missing on a lake near Los Angeles.
Country group Lady A files suit against singer with same name
Country group Lady A, which dropped the word “Antebellum,” from their name because of the word’s ties to slavery, has filed a lawsuit against a Black singer who has performed as Lady A for years.
Country group Lady A, which dropped the word “Antebellum,” from their name because of the word’s ties to slavery, has filed a lawsuit against a Black singer who has performed as Lady A for years.
US could ban TikTok, Sec. Mike Pompeo says
The United States is looking at the possibility of banning Chinese social media apps, including TikTok.
The United States is looking at the possibility of banning Chinese social media apps, including TikTok.
Kanye West’s Yeezy apparel company received between $2 million and $5 million in COVID-19 PPP funds
Data for Paycheck Protection Program beneficiaries was released to the public by the Small Business Administration on July 6.
Data for Paycheck Protection Program beneficiaries was released to the public by the Small Business Administration on July 6.
Country rocker and fiddler Charlie Daniels dies at age 83
A statement from his publicist said the Country Music Hall of Famer died Monday at a hospital in Hermitage, Tennessee, after doctors said he had a stroke.
A statement from his publicist said the Country Music Hall of Famer died Monday at a hospital in Hermitage, Tennessee, after doctors said he had a stroke.
Kaepernick, ESPN team up for documentary series on his life
The deal between Kaepernick’s production arm, Ra Vision Media, and The Walt Disney Co. was announced on July 6. The partnership will focus on telling scripted and unscripted stories that explore race, social injustice, and the quest for equity. It also will provide a platform to showcase the work of directors and producers of color.
The deal between Kaepernick’s production arm, Ra Vision Media, and The Walt Disney Co. was announced on July 6. The partnership will focus on telling scripted and unscripted stories that explore race, social injustice, and the quest for equity. It also will provide a platform to showcase the work of directors and producers of color.
'Lift Every Voice and Sing' hymn ignites hope across nation
Lift Every Voice and Sing” was created more than a century ago. But the hymn dubbed as the Black national anthem has resurrected a beacon of hope during recent nationwide protests.
Lift Every Voice and Sing” was created more than a century ago. But the hymn dubbed as the Black national anthem has resurrected a beacon of hope during recent nationwide protests.
Spaghetti Western movie composer Ennio Morricone dead at 91
Italian composer Ennio Morricone, who created the coyote-howl theme for the iconic Spaghetti Western “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” and the soundtracks such as classic Hollywood gangster movies as “The Untouchables,” has died.
Italian composer Ennio Morricone, who created the coyote-howl theme for the iconic Spaghetti Western “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” and the soundtracks such as classic Hollywood gangster movies as “The Untouchables,” has died.
Nick Cordero dead at 41 after coronavirus battle, wife Amanda Kloots announces
Nick Cordero's fight had consisted of a leg amputation and multiple mini-strokes while battling several other maladies.
Nick Cordero's fight had consisted of a leg amputation and multiple mini-strokes while battling several other maladies.
Illinois museum says 'Dukes of Hazzard' car with Confederate flag to stay
A northern Illinois auto museum has no plan to stop displaying a Dodge Charger from the “Dukes of Hazzard” television show with the Confederate battle flag painted atop the vehicle.
A northern Illinois auto museum has no plan to stop displaying a Dodge Charger from the “Dukes of Hazzard” television show with the Confederate battle flag painted atop the vehicle.
British actor Earl Cameron, a breaker of entertainment barriers dead at 102
Earl Cameron, who was one of the first Black actors to perform in mainstream British film, died Friday at his home in Warwickshire, England. He was 102.
Earl Cameron, who was one of the first Black actors to perform in mainstream British film, died Friday at his home in Warwickshire, England. He was 102.
Neil Young upset Trump event used his song: ‘This is NOT ok with me’
Neil Young made clear once again Friday that he doesn’t like it when one of his songs is used during a public appearance by President Trump.
Neil Young made clear once again Friday that he doesn’t like it when one of his songs is used during a public appearance by President Trump.
Rose McGowan calls for arrests of Prince Andrew, Bill Clinton following Ghislaine Maxwell's FBI capture
Rose McGowan is calling for Prince Andrew and Bill Clinton to be arrested next for their alleged ties to the late Jeffrey Epstein following the arrest of his alleged sex abuse accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell.
Rose McGowan is calling for Prince Andrew and Bill Clinton to be arrested next for their alleged ties to the late Jeffrey Epstein following the arrest of his alleged sex abuse accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell.
Daveed Diggs asks: 'What to my people is the Fourth of July?'
Speaking against a backdrop of historical images including the civil war to present-day photos of a kneeling Colin Kaepernick, Daveed Diggs talks of Black people being "terrorized" and "failed every day."
Speaking against a backdrop of historical images including the civil war to present-day photos of a kneeling Colin Kaepernick, Daveed Diggs talks of Black people being "terrorized" and "failed every day."
The cinemas are still closed, but here are great Fourth of July movies you can watch at home
From wartime epics to beloved baseball yarns, these cinematic gems set off some storytelling fireworks.
From wartime epics to beloved baseball yarns, these cinematic gems set off some storytelling fireworks.
‘The Child has arrived’: ‘Mandalorian’-inspired cereal gives you a taste of Galaxy’s Edge
Inspired by the Disney+ series, the limited-edition cereal celebrates “The Child” with a taste inspired by Galaxy’s Edge.
Inspired by the Disney+ series, the limited-edition cereal celebrates “The Child” with a taste inspired by Galaxy’s Edge.
Walmart is turning 160 of its parking lots into drive-in theaters this summer
Walmart is converting dozens of its store parking lots in the US into drive-in movie theaters.
Walmart is converting dozens of its store parking lots in the US into drive-in movie theaters.
NBA2K21 honors Kobe Bryant with Mamba Edition covers
NBA legend Kobe Bryant will be honored with NBA2K21 Mamba Edition covers, it was revealed Thursday.
NBA legend Kobe Bryant will be honored with NBA2K21 Mamba Edition covers, it was revealed Thursday.