As protests erupted following the police killing of George Floyd, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s management excluded two of its top reporters, both of whom happen to be Black, from the team it dispatched to cover the unrest. One of those reporters, Alexis Johnson, was barred from covering the protests after writing a viral May 31 tweet
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Ariana Grande has a mini-me out there, and she’s none other than Kelly Dodd’s daughter. Jolie Dodd, 13, looked just like the pop princess in a new photo celebrating her eighth grade graduation. Real Housewives of Orange County star Kelly Dodd‘s 13-year-old daughter sure is living up to her name! Jolie Dodd — the word
Cineplex made 45 movies by Black creators or about Black lives available to stream for free in Canada. The company said that they’re offering them to Canadian audiences for free and they will also be covering the royalty fees themselves in an attempt to inform and empower people. “In a time when many are turning
U.S. Attorney General William Barr has spent much of the last week defending his call to clear protesters outside the White House on June 1, which ultimately resulted in law enforcement tear-gassing and using force against peaceful protesters, seemingly so that President Donald Trump could hold a photo-op. The attorney general has pointed to the
Cardi B took to her Instagram Story to share a video in which she gave her fans hair strengthening tips while showing off a fresh face and her own product-free hair. Cardi B, 27, went all natural in her latest Instagram Story video when she showed off a makeup-free face and product-free hair! The rapper
It’s been less than two weeks since the launch of HBO Max‘s highly anticipated Looney Tunes reboot, Looney Tunes Cartoons, and people are beginning to notice a minor change in the historic kids’ TV series. What is it, some might ask? Well, fan-favourite characters such as Yosemite Sam and Elmer Fudd — the big-headed hunter with
Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has said he’s sorry to anyone who was hurt by J.K. Rowling’s recent comments on transgender identity, and that he hoped fans of her wizarding world books will still draw strength and happiness from the Potter stories. The blog post on The Trevor Project site came Monday evening, after Rowling
Helen Hunt showed off her amazing genes, right on the beach! The supermodel hit the Malibu shore with a body board and her toned abs on June 7. Helen Hunt, 56, is proof that living a happy lifestyle is the best fitness routine there is! The As Good As It Gets star showed off her toned
Showing his support for the Black Lives Matter protests sparked by the killing of George Floyd, Banksy, the mysterious, U.K.-based street artist, took to Instagram on Saturday sharing a pertinent new painting. Calling to a “faulty system” in which people of colour are being “failed,” Banksy’s latest art piece depicts a memorial site, where a framed
If Trump’s announcement is carried through, it would “probably be the most ruinous presidential decision in modern history,” said Lawrence Gostin, O’Neill professor of global health law at Georgetown University. The U.S. “wouldn’t have access to real-time data, wouldn’t be able to influence global decisions about health and safety, wouldn’t be contributing to global coordination
Kim Kardashian celebrated her husband Kanye West’s 43rd birthday on June 8 when she posted two adorable photos that showed them happily kissing and wrapping their arms around each other. Kim Kardashian, 39, gave a special shout-out to her husband of six years, Kanye West on his 43rd birthday on June 8 and her post
Terry Crews took to Twitter on Monday to address his controversial “Black supremacy” tweet. As protests continued following the May 25 death of George Floyd while in police custody, Crews took to social media to say that “defeating White supremacy without White people creates Black supremacy.” 3:42 George Floyd protests: Trudeau decries violence against Black,
In Donald Trump’s West Wing, being a member of the Trump family has historically been the ultimate job security. But that truism is being stress-tested after a run of polls consistently show Trump losing to Joe Biden at this stage of the race—a CNN poll this morning has him down 14 points. According to a
Ariel Winter looked cozy in her red PJs when she was spotted out in LA on June 7! The actress, who donned a fresh face, stepped out in a pair of black fuzzy slippers. Ariel Winter is all about the cozy fit! The Modern Family alum, 22, was pictured solo in her sleepwear while outside her
A film about a “trainer turned whistleblower” at Ontario’s Marineland aquatic park has won the top audience prize at Hot Docs, which was held online this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Canadian festival says The Walrus and the Whistleblower won the Hot Docs Audience Award for a feature film, which is awarded based
But Apatow goes easier on Scott than he he did on Schumer’s character in Trainwreck—who, by the end of that film, has reformed her party-girl ways and literally dances for the pleasure of the nice guy who offers her a shot at a Real Life. Scott’s messiness is more readily forgiven, even welcomed. Which may
National Best Friends Day lands on June 8, and to celebrate we rounded up pics of all your fave famous besties. From Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez to Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox, see all the cutest celeb BFFs! It’s National Best Friends Day! Yes, June 8 is the day shine an extra bright light
HOW TO GET AWAY WITH MURDER (ABC) The bloody melodrama’s legacy can be summed up in a single scene: Annalise (Viola Davis) sitting in front of her vanity, slowly removing her wig and makeup. It’s forlorn at first but becomes revelatory, an act of emotional burlesque anchored by Davis’s raw performance. MODERN FAMILY (ABC) The
Kim Kardashian is the most supportive wife ever, which means she’s often spotted out wearing clothing from her husband, Kanye West’s, Yeezy clothing line — and she always looks amazing! Kanye West turns 43 today, June 8, and in honor of his big day, we’re celebrating two of his biggest passions: His Yeezy clothing line…and
Faith Stowers called out Stassi Schroeder and Kristen Doute in a recent interview, where her former co-stars called the cops based on a photo they thought was her. Stassi and Kristen have since apologized. Both Stassi Schroeder, 31, and Kristen Doute, 37, have issued lengthy apologies to their former Vanderpump Rules co-star Faith Stowers, 31. The pairs
Russell Wilson is such a doting dad! Ciara complimented her ‘beautiful Black man’ as he styled 3-year-old Sienna’s hair with a pretty pink bow. Ciara, 34, just posted the sweetest video of her husband Russell Wilson, 31, and their 3-year-old daughter Sienna! The Seattle Seahawks star can be seen styling the little girls’ hair in
Time to party! After an afternoon full of inspirational speeches and moments, Megan Thee Stallion kicked off the party portion of the online graduation event with a HOT performance. Hot Girl Summer is ready to take off! Megan Thee Stallion got the party started right during the Grad Party portion of Youtube’s ‘Dear Class of
New Zealand’s capital has had an extra buzz of excitement over the past week since Hollywood director James Cameron and his crew flew in to film the much-anticipated sequel of the epic science-fiction film “Avatar.” The film is among a handful of productions kicking off in New Zealand as it begins to open up after
Author J. K. Rowling seemed to have turned a corner just a few weeks ago, easing off the insensitive comments and using her Twitter account for what it’s there for, engaging with fans, making pleasant zings and dispelling myths about Harry Potter’s origins. Unfortunately, at the apex of worldwide demonstrations aimed at dismantling inherently prejudicial
April Ryan, a White House correspondent and bureau chief for American Urban Radio Networks, has often been on the receiving end of Donald Trump’s criticisms. Here’s everything you need to know about her. As a White House correspondent, April Ryan, 52, is no stranger to coming head-to-head with President Donald Trump, 73, and his staff
Actor Wendell Pierce added his voice after reading a dialogue between The Hollywood Reporter’s television critics Daniel Fienberg and Inkoo Kang. Fienberg and Kang discussed how a recent rewatch of The Wire, in which Pierce played Baltimore detective Bunk Moreland, had taken on an added dimension since the death of George Floyd and the subsequent
Alessandra Ambrosio and her daughter Anja have been staying active while in quarantine — and they totally looked like twins while out for a run in LA. Alessandra Ambrosio and her lookalike daughter Anja, 11, couldn’t be any more similar! The 39-year-old former Victoria’s Secret model stepped out for a jog in Los Angeles on June 6
Thousands of people showed up over the weekend to protest the killing of George Floyd—the unarmed black man who died in police custody—in what were reported to be largely peaceful demonstrations, a departure from the violent attacks that unprovoked police have waged on protesters and journalists in recent days. The Washington Post reports a crowd
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling is facing backlash from celebs after she was accused of being transphobic in a series of tweets. J.K Rowling has come under fire on Twitter after celebrities accused her of being transphobic in a series of tweets. Halsey, Sarah Paulson, and Harry Potter actor Katie Leung responded to the billionaire author after she took to
‘RHOA’s Cynthia Bailey & fiancé Mike Hill open up about why they took to the streets of LA to protest with their daughters despite a worldwide pandemic in this EXCLUSIVE new interview! The Real Housewives of Atlanta‘s Cynthia Bailey, 53, fiancé Mike Hill, 49, and their three daughters took a break from quarantining to peacefully protest