Ryan Coogler Makes History at the BAFTA Awards
Acclaimed director and screenwriter Ryan Coogler has made history at the 2026 British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards, becoming the first Black filmmaker to win Best Original Screenplay for his film Sinners. The landmark victory marks a defining moment in Coogler’s career and a major step forward for diversity and representation in…
Father of Six Fatally Shot Outside His Florida Home; Community Mourns Loss
A beloved father of six was shot and killed outside his Miami Gardens home on Friday evening, leaving family, friends, and neighbors in shock and mourning. Police say officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 3500 block of Northwest 213th Street around 6:30 p.m. on February 20, 2026, and found Gabriel Hubbert, 45, suffering…
Rising Rapper Luci4 Dies at 23, Investigation Underway
Rising Los Angeles rapper Luci4, born James Dear, has died at the age of 23, leaving fans and the music community in shock. Authorities confirmed that the young artist was found unresponsive at a private residence in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 22, 2026. TMZ reports that emergency responders arrived at the home around 11:40…
NBA Star Tyrese Haliburton Diagnosed With Shingles Amid Injury Recovery
Indiana Pacers All-Star guard Tyrese Haliburton has been diagnosed with shingles, adding another unexpected health setback as he continues recovering from a season-ending Achilles injury. The diagnosis was confirmed by Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle, who said Haliburton will be away from the team for approximately two to three weeks while he recovers. Carlisle described…
Gunfire Erupts at Memorial for Lil Poppa, Leaving Community Shaken
A memorial gathering held to honor late Jacksonville rapper Lil Poppa turned tragic when gunfire broke out, leaving four people injured and a grieving community further shaken. Memorial Meant for Healing Turns Violent Family, friends, and fans gathered in Jacksonville, Florida, to remember Lil Poppa, born Janarious Mykel Wheeler, who died at the age of…
Gospel Artist Marvin Sapp Announces Engagement to Dr. La’Boris Cole
Award-winning gospel artist, pastor, and author Marvin Sapp has officially announced his engagement to Dr. La’Boris Cole, marking a joyful new chapter in his personal life after more than a decade as a widower. The beloved singer, best known for his crossover anthem “Never Would Have Made It,” shared the exciting news on February 23,…
Slur Heard During BAFTAs Telecast Sparks Apologies, Debate Over Tourette’s Awareness
A moment intended to celebrate cinema’s biggest night turned controversial at the 2026 British Academy Film Awards when a racial slur was heard live during the ceremony. What followed was a cascade of apologies, debates about disability awareness, and editorial decisions by broadcasters. The disruption occurred on Sunday night at the Royal Festival Hall as actors Michael B….
Former WNBA All-Star Kara Braxton Passed Away At 43
We have some devastating news. Former WNBA All-Star and two-time champion Kara Braxton passed away on February 21, 2026, following a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 285 near Atlanta. Authorities reported that Braxton, 43, was driving a 2023 Ford Mustang when her vehicle struck a concrete median wall around 5 p.m. The car continued against the…
Jerry Lawson– Godfather of the Video Game Cartridge
We are honored to celebrate Jerry Lawson during Black History Month — a true pioneer who changed the gaming world forever. Born on December 1, 1940, in New York City, Lawson was a self-taught electrical engineer who grew up inspired by agricultural scientist George Washington Carver. As a young man, he repaired televisions and experimented with…
Legendary Actor and Director to Receive Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Hollywood is set to celebrate one of its most powerful and enduring voices. On Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. PT, legendary actor and director Bill Duke will receive his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard. The honor marks the 2,837th star in the Motion Pictures category and coincides with Duke’s…
