NBA legend Charles Barkley recently joined host Shannon Sharpe on his “Club Shay Shay” podcast, delving into his upbringing in rural Alabama, his family dynamics, temper, and illustrious career. The former Philadelphia 76ers forward shared a story he’s often told about his absentee father, whom he had only seen a handful of times during his...
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It’s official: A’ja Wilson is getting her own Nike signature sneaker
At last, we can all stop asking the same question about WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson. The 27-year-old center for the Las Vegas Aces and her longtime endorser, Nike, now have an answer to one of the most polarizing prompts in women’s basketball — Where is A’ja’s signature shoe? On Saturday, Nike officially announced Wilson as...
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Howard University elects its first transgender student body president
When Jay Jones first came to Howard University, she didn’t expect to one day become president of the student body, let alone make history as its first transgender president. In late March, Howard students elected Jones, a junior political science major from Fort Worth, Texas, as president of the Howard University Student Association for the...
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Former top prospect Jalen Lewis has eyes on the NBA
OAKLAND, California – Former Denver Nuggets assistant coach Chris Farr turned to the potential NBA prospect and asked, “What time is it?” Former Overtime Elite forward Jalen Lewis looked at his smartwatch and responded, “It’s 12:32 p.m.” Farr, NBA star Damian Lillard’s former basketball trainer, looked at Lewis directly and said, “Thank them and move...
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Alex Sarr, Cody Williams can look to NBA brothers for guidance
The Oklahoma City Thunder are past being contenders for a No. 1 pick or lottery selection in the NBA draft. Drafting such talented players as forward Chet Holmgren, wing Jalen Williams and guard/forward Josh Giddey over the last three years has changed the fortunes of a franchise now in the second round of the NBA...
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Fashion’s biggest night brought out Angel Reese, Ben Simmons, Lewis Hamilton, Odell Beckham Jr. and more
Every year on the first Monday in May the biggest celebrities, movie stars, musicians, and athletes gather to celebrate the Met Gala. Contrary to popular belief, the Met Gala is not a costume party, but rather a fundraiser for The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Designers dress guests (handpicked by Vogue magazine’s...
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Fashion’s biggest night brought out Angel Reese, Ben Simmons, Lewis Hamilton, Odell Beckham Jr. and more
Every year on the first Monday in May the biggest celebrities, movie stars, musicians, and athletes gather to celebrate the Met Gala. Contrary to popular belief, the Met Gala is not a costume party, but rather a fundraiser for The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Designers dress guests (handpicked by Vogue magazine’s...
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Fashion’s biggest night brought out Angel Reese, Ben Simmons, Lewis Hamilton, Odell Beckham Jr. and more
Every year on the first Monday in May the biggest celebrities, movie stars, musicians, and athletes gather to celebrate the Met Gala. Contrary to popular belief, the Met Gala is not a costume party, but rather a fundraiser for The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Designers dress guests (handpicked by Vogue magazine’s...
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Michael Arceneaux’s latest book is a study in grief, debt, and treating yourself
Creating content in the midst of grief can profoundly impact what you produce. This is especially true for authors like Michael Arceneaux, who published his third book, I Finally Bought Some Jordans, while navigating the loss of friends and family and the devastating pain that came with it. As Arceneaux noted, “Grief sends your mind...
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Michael Arceneaux’s latest book is a study in grief, debt, and treating yourself
Creating content in the midst of grief can profoundly impact what you produce. This is especially true for authors like Michael Arceneaux, who published his third book, I Finally Bought Some Jordans, while navigating the loss of friends and family and the devastating pain that came with it. As Arceneaux noted, “Grief sends your mind...