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Milana Brown Shares Her Journey of Faith, Media and Self-Expression

For Milana Brown, a 24-year-old Georgian, media is about making an impression, not only about flashy lights and red carpets.

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From Chicago to Kansas City, Dorissa White Redefines Storytelling Through Community and Representation


Dorissa White, a lifestyle reporter and motivational speaker, is shaking things up in the journalism industry with her genuine approach, focus on representation and community-driven storytelling.


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Where Culture Meets Cuisine: Autumn Ciera’s Legacy on the Plate


Autumn Ciera enters the kitchen to pay respect to the women who came before her, challenge tradition and preserve memory—all while rethinking what it means to appear powerful in culinary settings—rather than to perform.


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Rabiya Knight Touches on How Brokenness Became Her Superpower


Rabiya Knight's world fell apart when she lost her father a few days before Christmas at the age of 12. Her book Broken to Becoming and her raw, faith-driven message of recovery have inspired thousands of people since she transformed that suffering into a purpose years later.


HBCU Trailblazers Zaria Slaughter and Jaia Jones Redefine Representation in Media


Two HBCU students are using storytelling and strategy to reshape how Black women are seen and heard in the media world—one interview, one campaign and one opportunity at a time.


Angel Massey discusses her Family, Legacy, Controversy and Integrity in Hollywood


Angel Massey, mother of actors Christopher and Kyle Massey, reflects on her family’s achievements in Hollywood and the values of integrity, resilience and unity that sustain their legacy.


Laila Hazel Embraces Faith, Resilience and New Lessons After Graduation


Laila Hazel recently graduated from Southern University A&M College with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. As she walked across the graduation stage in her cap and gown, she carried more than just the end of four years of hard work. She carried the lessons, challenges and small victories that would shape her life after college.


Mariah the Scientist’s ‘Is It a Crime’ Finds New Meaning After Young Thug’s Public Apology


Her new hit single, "Is It a Crime," featuring Kali Uchis, is hitting the charts as a fan favorite. As fans are listening to Mariah's lyrics, they have a newfound fervor after Young Thug publicly apologized for his distressing behavior, following the release of leaked prison calls.


Mistake, a Story of Identity, Attracts Viewers at the Through Women’s Eyes Film Festival


At the 27th Through Women’s Eyes International Film Festival, a showing of Mistake intrigued viewers and stirred conversations about acceptance, identity, and belonging.


How Women Are Changing the Biggest Stages in Entertainment


Women are turning the largest stages in entertainment—from the Grammy Awards to the Academy Awards—into venues for growth and power.


Inside UTampa’s Struggle for Reproductive Rights


Inside the Vaughn Center, tables line the main walkway — one draped with a bright pink tablecloth and the bold black lettering of Planned Parenthood Generation Action (PPGA). Behind it, Paige Horton, the club’s president, carefully arranges a row of pastel-colored goodie bags beside her teammate, Sofia Lenton-Childs, from Student Government.

Vybz Kartel’s Triumphant Return


After over a decade behind bars, Jamaican dancehall legend Vybz Kartel has reemerged on the global stage, reaffirming his indelible impact on the genre. His recent sold-out performances at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center marked his return to live concerts and celebrated a legacy that has profoundly influenced music and culture worldwide.

GloRilla Brings Hip-Hop Energy to NCAA Women’s Final Four in Tampa


GloRilla, born Gloria Woods, has quickly become one of the most influential voices in hip-hop. Her breakout hit “F.N.F. (Let’s Go) catapulted her fame; it went viral on TikTok, earning her a Grammy nomination and solidifying her presence in the industry.

Doechii: The Rising Swamp Princess Timeline


In just a few years, Doechii, born Jaylah Ji’mya Hickmon, has transformed from an underground artist to one of the most innovative names in hip-hop. With a bold persona and genre-defying sound, the Tampa-born rapper has captivated audiences worldwide. Her journey, marked by perseverance and creative evolution, has been nothing short of remarkable. Here’s a detailed look at her career timeline.