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Adult ADHD Is More Common Than You Think

Goodall is diagnosed with a neurological condition known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, commonly referred to as ADHD, a condition that affects more than six million Americans, according to Dr. Deborah Pearson with UT Health Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences.

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Tesla Driver Saves Man's Life, Gets Surprise From Elon Musk

Manfred Kick was driving his Tesla Model S down the Autobahn near Munich, Germany on Monday, when he noticed something was amiss. The Volkswagen Passat ahead of him was out of control, swerving and slamming into the guardrail.

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Can A Black Man Save The World? Star Of ’24 Legacy’ Talks New Role

Most known for his role as Dr. Dre in Straight Outta Compton, Corey Hawkins plays Eric Carter on FOX’s new hit series, 24 Legacy.

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School Collects 100+ Hats For Student Battling Leukemia

There is no shortage of love and support for a nine-year-old boy who is six months into his battle with Leukemia. Thanks to his teachers and classmates he has no shortage of hats, either.

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Nick Cannon Signs With CAA Amid ‘AGT’ Drama

After announcing on Monday that he was leaving “America’s Got Talent,” because NBC allegedly threatened to fire him over a racial joke, Nick Cannon is onto the next…talent agency.

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Trump Administration Emails Survey Attacking Media

President Trump has a new survey for his supporters—not about jobs, immigration, or what executive order he should address next, but instead all 30 questions have do with the media… and Hillary Clinton… and Bernie Sanders.

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Snapchat's Pitch To Investors: 'Bigger Isn't Better'

Snapchat's parent company has an unusual pitch for a tech IPO: Size doesn't matter.

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More Than 1k Gather For 'Day Without Immigrants' Rally Held In Houston

More than 1,000 people attended a rally near downtown Houston on Thursday in support of the "Day Without Immigrants" movement.

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There's One Thing Going Right For Trump

A slew of economic data came out this week. Almost all of it was positive. Americans are still going to stores and spending big (retail sales came in better than expected for January). They're also buying houses. And cars. And using their credit cards.

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The Real MVP: Who Deserves It in the NBA?

“You sacrificed for us. You the real MVP,” said current Golden State Warrior small forward Kevin Durant who received the Most Valuable Player in the 2013-14 season of the NBA as a member of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Who knew that those words would be the most profound ones of that entire speech? Well, that and the fact he said thank you to Russell Westbrook for always being there for him and he loves playing with him. Two years later. He was gone.

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The Car Accident That Almost Ended My Life But Saved My Writing Career

For as long as I can remember I’ve told people that writing was the most important aspect of my life. No matter how much I loved my family, my woman, my life, they all revolved around writing.

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Judge Throws Out Cosby Defamation Suit

A federal judge in Massachusetts has dismissed a defamation lawsuit against comedian Bill Cosby, although he still faces criminal charges in Pennsylvania.

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TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

How Marginalized People Paid the Price to Be Upset About “Lemonade” Losing Grammy Album of the Year and Excited About “Hidden Figures” and “Moonlight”

I’m a native of Washington, DC. Not the DMV or some surrounding area that people reference because they partied in DC or went to swanky events there. I am from there—Chocolate City of Old. I am a rare breed of brother from the Nation’s Capital, who lived in all 4 quadrants (Southwest, Southeast, Northwest and Northeast) before moving out of state for work.

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The Roots To Perform NBA-Themed Musical At All-Star Game

The Roots will perform an original NBA-themed musical featuring former “Hamilton” actor Daveed Diggs, DJ Jazzy Jeff, actor Michael B. Jordan, musician Jidenna and rapper Darryl “DMC” McDaniels at the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday.

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Husband Wanted in mom's murder at SW Houston home

Houston police say 40-year-old Jerald Dewayne Watt is wanted for murder in the death of his common-law wife.

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Russell Simmons Closes $167 Million Deal For His RushCard Debit Card Business

Green Dot and RushCard are two of the oldest prepaid debit cards in the marketplace. Russell Simmons’ RushCard increased popularity for prepaid cards while Green Dot pioneered the reloadable prepaid card and is the largest provider in the U.S., according to Forbes Magazine.

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Teen In Need Of Heart Receives Heartwarming Honor

A brave teenager got a big honor from none other than the brave men and women in blue.

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Eight Young Black Men Earned Highest Award for Boy Scouts

Our young black men struggle day to stay alive, not to fall to peer pressure of negative influences, and to stay on the successful rite of passage. Since this is such a treacherous for our young black boys and men successes should be celebrated to encourage and motivate them to continue on that right path. Such young men are being honored for an achievement that few have earned. It is the highest and the most distinguished honor for a member of the Boy Scouts of America, the Eagle Award.

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Macy’s Launches YYigal, An Exclusive Limited-Time Collection By Designer Yigal Azrouel

The new line of architecturally feminine blouses, dresses and jackets is available now at 149 Macy’s stores and on macys.com

Macy’s announced the release of an exclusive, new collection by famed designer Yigal Azrouel. YYIGAL, an architecturally-influenced, limited-edition line, embodies the sophisticated and feminine spirit of the Yigal Azrouel brand through signature tops, blouses, faux-leather motorcycle jackets, intricate dresses and a statement jumpsuit. YYIGAL is available at 149 Macy’s stores and on macys.com today.

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Nike Uses Power of Sport to Stand Up for Equality

Nike has a long history of speaking up for causes that reflect its values. That continues today with the launch of EQUALITY, in which Nike encourages people to take the fairness and respect they see in sport and translate them off the field.