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HSM's Mens Classic Monday MCM: Tahir Moore: Comedies Ultimate Savage

Our Mens Classic Monday(#MCM) goes to Houston's very own Doughbeezy. Learn how this rapper is taking the culture of Houston hip hop and carrying it on his back.

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Apple TV+ announces critically-acclaimed bilingual comedy series “Acapulco” to return for second season on Friday, October 21

Apple TV+ announced today that the second season of the global hit comedy series “Acapulco,” starring and executive produced by SAG-Award winner Eugenio Derbez, will return on Friday, October 21, 2022. The two-episode season premiere will be followed by a new episode every Friday.

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Rihanna Becomes 1st Black Woman to Land Cover of British Vogue’s September Issue

Rihanna made history by becoming the first black woman to appear on the cover of British Vogue‘s September issue. Like the publication’s U.S. edition, the September issue is the most prestigious edition of the fashion magazine.

Jordan Stars in Creed to Opening November 21

Director Steven Caple Jr., Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson, Dolph Lundgren, Florian "The Big Nasty" Munteanu, and Sylvester Stallone were on hand at AMC Lowes Lincoln Square for the world premiere of Creed II.

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Tiffany Haddish and Common are officially dating

Tiffany Haddish has confirmed that she and Common are in a relationship.

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Michelle Obama's swear word about 'Lean In' and the rise of profanity in politics

Speaking at a "Becoming" tour stop for her best-selling memoir at Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, Michelle Obama used language we're not used to hearing from a former first lady.

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BTS' "Yet To Come" Reborn as Hyundai Version for the Goal of the Century World Cup Campaign

-Remake of BTS’ hit song “Yet To Come (The Most Beautiful Moment),” to be revealed for ‘Goal of the Century’ World Cup Campaign song in Hyundai Version to connect people for a better future -Company’s vision of Smart Mobility Solution Provider to be featured in the official music video -Company to launch TikTok challenge to further engage with fans on the company’s global campaign -One-minute preview of music video along with the campaign message is now available

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Martin Luther King Jr.’s youngest son Dexter has died at age 62

Dexter Scott King, the youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., has died, according to statements from his family and the King Center.

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Hammond Teachers Federation to Host Immigration Education Conference

On Saturday, August 5, the Hammond Teachers Federation, in partnership with the American Federation of Teachers and more than 40 organizations in the Lake County area, will host a daylong education conference and community fair to educate, inform and empower the community about the tools, resources and supports available to address the needs of English language learners, immigrant youth and families in Hammond.

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Strife in Life: GED 2017 Graduation Focuses On Successes of Adult Learners at Harris County Department of Education

Graduation 2017 is slated for May 20 at 11 a.m. in the Harris County Department of Education Conference Center, 6300 Irvington Blvd., Houston, Texas. The ceremony focuses on the successes of adult learners as they return to school to get their GEDs. The theme “Strife in Life” captures the personal stories from students who share their successes and struggles.

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Queen Elizabeth II Bobbleheads Unveiled to Celebrate Platinum Jubilee

This morning, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum unveiled a series of limited edition bobbleheads of Queen Elizabeth II to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee which starts today. Queen Elizabeth II became the first monarch in British history to achieve 70 years of service. The Queen acceded to the throne on February 6, 1952, after the death of her father, King George VI. To celebrate the unprecedented anniversary, a four-day national holiday weekend from Thursday, June 2 until Sunday, June 5, known as the Platinum Jubilee Weekend, is being held.

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Menendez, Cortez Masto Want SXSW to Boycott Texas Over Immigration Law

Two senators are calling on the creator of the mega-music, film and tech festival SXSW to pull up stakes and hold next year’s event in another state to protest Texas’ new immigration enforcement law.

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San Antonio Punk Festival Receives Cease and Desist Letter From Afropunk

Afropunk, the organization that puts on the festival by the same name, has threatened legal action against a San Antonio group over the use of the word Afropunk.

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Houston native conducts maintenance on the flight deck aboard USS Tripoli

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Aircraft Handling) 3rd Class Mario Gomez, from Houston conducts maintenance on an aqueous film-forming foam valve on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during the ship’s maintenance availability, Aug. 2. Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Austyn Riley)

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HBO Just Announced Miniseries About Trump’s Rise To The White House

Sigh. As a large majority of the country is still trying to shake the nightmare of the Trump administration, which consistently proves that real life is scarier than fiction, HBO has decided to jump in the ring and make us relive the 2016 election all over again.

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CHIP ‘N DALE: RESCUE RANGERS PREMIERING MAY 20

“Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers” - a comeback 30 years in the making, the hybrid live-action/CG animated action-comedy catches up with the former Disney Afternoon television stars in modern-day Los Angeles.

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Writers union and Hollywood will resume talks, aiming to end the strike

Hollywood studios on Tuesday asked the Writers Guild back to the negotiating table in the first known talks since the nearly 100-day strike brought production of most television shows and movies to a halt.

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Lin-Manuel Miranda responds to 'Hamilton' slavery criticism

Disney+ has scored a hit with the filmed version of "Hamilton," but that success has renewed discussion about how the musical deals with the slaveholders it portrays.

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Frederick T. Joseph Launches GoFundMe to Help Boys & Girls Club of Harlem See “Black Panther”; Raises Over $26,000 in Four Days

A GoFundMe campaign launched to helping Harlem kids see Black Panther next month has already raised more than its $10,000 goal.

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Ford Motor Company Joins Urban One As Presenting Sponsor of the Annual Urban One Honors

The Tribute Event will Tape December 5, 2019 at the MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, MD and Broadcast on TV One on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, January 20, 2020

Urban One, Inc. announced today that Ford Motor Company will serve as Presenting Sponsor of the annual Urban One Honors. The tribute event will take place on December 5, 2019, at the MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, MD. Ford Motor Company is a global company that designs, manufactures, markets, and services automobiles and is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, autonomous vehicles, and mobility solutions.