Maryland is moving closer to launching a major new benefit for workers, as Governor Wes Moore signed legislation advancing the state’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program. Under the law, eligible employees will be able to take up to 12 weeks of paid, job-protected leave starting in January 2028, with benefits covering situations […]
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into Lululemon over concerns that its activewear may contain harmful “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, putting the brand’s health-focused messaging under scrutiny. According to reports, Paxton’s office is examining whether Lululemon’s products contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which is a group of synthetic chemicals linked […]
Hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa, widely credited as one of the founding figures of the culture, has died at the age of 68 following complications from cancer. Born Lance Taylor in the Bronx, Bambaataa was instrumental in shaping hip-hop in its earliest days. He helped transform street parties into a global movement and founded the Universal […]
R&B fans are officially outside this summer. Usher and Chris Brown have announced dates for their highly anticipated “Raymond & Brown Tour,” and it’s already shaping up to be one of the biggest tours of 2026. The 33-date North American stadium run kicks off on June 26 in Denver and will travel through major cities […]
President Donald Trump is facing fresh criticism after posting an AI-generated image that many interpreted as depicting him as Jesus Christ, before later insisting it was meant to portray him as a doctor. The image, shared on Trump’s Truth Social platform, showed him in a glowing, almost divine setting appearing to heal a man — […]
Offset has returned to the stage just five days after being shot, while his mother is now speaking out about the incident that landed him in the hospital. The rapper was shot on April 6, outside of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Florida following what police say was a fight that escalated […]
King Harris, the son of rapper T.I. and singer Tiny Harris, is back in headlines after being arrested in Georgia following a traffic stop that quickly escalated. According to police and jail records, the 21-year-old was taken into custody in Gwinnett County after officers say he was speeding and later found in possession of a […]
Maryland is gearing up for a week of near-record temperatures and intense pollen levels, creating a tough combination for residents — especially those dealing with seasonal allergies. According to meteorologists, temperatures across the state are expected to climb into the upper 80s and even near 90 degrees by midweek, marking one of the first major […]
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has officially announced its Class of 2026, and this year’s lineup is a powerful mix of rock, soul and hip-hop legends with a major spotlight on culture-shifting artists. Among the biggest names being inducted in the Performer category are Wu-Tang Clan, Luther Vandross, Sade, Oasis, Phil Collins, Billy […]
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is ramping up scrutiny of corporate diversity initiatives, warning Fortune 500 companies that certain DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies could violate federal anti-discrimination laws. According to reports, EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas recently sent letters to major companies cautioning that employment decisions based on race or sex, even […]
Usher is finally speaking publicly about the allegations and criminal case surrounding his former mentor, Sean “Diddy” Combs. During a recent appearance on Forbes’ The Enterprise Zone, Usher was asked directly about Diddy and chose not to condemn him. Instead, he described the Bad Boy founder as “legacy” and said, “I don’t have anything negative […]
The U.S. Army is expanding who can sign up, raising the maximum enlistment age from 35 to 42 as lawmakers also revisit a separate but politically charges issue: whether women should be required to register for the draft. According to updated Army regulations, the higher age cap takes effect April 20 and applies to the […]