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Olandria Carthen lights up the #EBONYPower100 cover as our People’s Choice Award honoree. HBCU graduate and breakout star of Love Island USA, she has built a fierce following by showing young Black women how to demand to be seen and loved. With runway debuts, multi-brand partnerships, and an unwavering voice for Black beauty and self-advocacy, Olandria embodies poise, purpose, and the power of being celebrated by the people who fuel your purpose. bit.ly/47I1yqe

Taste is just one of the senses we’re tapping into tomorrow. Angel’s Envy is pulling up with the pour, the aroma, the smooth finish and that’s just the beginning! The EBONY Sensory Soirée hits Brooklyn tomorrow from 1–4 PM, bringing the spirit of the Derby to the city. Bourbon. Live music. Kentucky-inspired bites. Textures. Vibes. A full five-sense experience under one roof. Derby fits encouraged. Energy required. If you needed a Saturday plan, this is it. Sponsor: @angelsenvy Tap to experience the senses 🖤: bit.ly/4c5WVtu

5 Ways to Master the Adult Spring Break Staycation bit.ly/4t7HNC2

Keep rom-coms alive. 🍝 Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page open up about bringing that energy to their new film You, Me & Tuscany, sharing why stories like this matter and what they hope audiences take away. Tap the link to check out the full interview. bit.ly/3OzTmTr

How to Speak Your Pet’s Love Language bit.ly/4vrn4e4

Not Just Hype: The Beauty Brands Turning Momentum Into Longevity bit.ly/4235uzi

9 Nature-Inspired Music Videos That Show Off the Beauty of Our Planet bit.ly/4soUwPq

That black and gold “G” has always meant something. It’s meant marching bands that shook stadiums. Championship banners. Alumni who carry Grambling pride into every room they enter. Now, after decades of legal back-and-forth, Grambling State officially owns it. And this isn’t just about a logo. It’s about leverage. Federal trademark protection means control over licensing, partnerships, and how the brand shows up in the marketplace. In an era where HBCU culture moves fashion, music, and sports... ownership matters. This is about protecting the legacy and positioning it for growth. When HBCUs own their marks, they don’t just protect tradition. They protect opportunity. Tap the link for more 🖤: bit.ly/4dDnbwH

Just because this weather has us feeling very September, spring, summer.

‘You, Me & Tuscany’ Stars On Bringing Black Joy to the Screen bit.ly/4czqqEf

EBONY’s 2026 Beauty and Grooming Awards: The Products Defining Black Beauty From Tradition to Today bit.ly/4cgXK1s

Keith Lee said the vendors are paying nothing to participate in FamiLee Day set to be held in New Orleans this coming May. No booth fees. No cut. No barrier to entry. And the timeline immediately clocked it. In a festival world where small businesses are often charged thousands just to show up, this move feels different. Especially coming from someone who built his platform by uplifting local restaurants. Some are calling it revolutionary. But one thing's for sure. Keith is for the people and the culture is paying attention. #LetsDiscuss Are we witnessing a shift in how festivals operate? Or is this a one-off moment powered by influence? 🖤

Unlocking Insights: Last Minute Prep Tips for Tax Day bit.ly/4vranzZ

The Complicated Intersection of Digital Creators and Journalists bit.ly/4tjbaBD

Zendaya’s Red Carpet Looks Have Not Missed bit.ly/4dUIUAr

Backstage, On Set, In the Chair: Why Michaelle Solages’ Textured Hair Bill Feels Like a Long-Overdue Save bit.ly/4c9FdEb

Elmiene Is Finding His Truth — And Ours Too bit.ly/3Q09SMS

Brandy’s Memoir ‘Phases’ Leaves Us With These Memorable Takeaways bit.ly/4sh8h2z

One household... One login. No sharing with your cousin, your ex, or the family group chat. Netflix really tried it... But the people clearly weren’t going. After rolling out its strict password-sharing ban, reports now suggest the company may be softening those rules following a reported 15% drop in global subscribers. Streaming once was a shared experience. And when that changed, so did the numbers. So what does this really say about power and community? #LetsDiscuss How far can companies push before the culture pushes back?

Anastasia Washington: Blending Comedy, Horror and Black Female Rage in Her Latest Film ‘Grind’ bit.ly/4cd5CRA

She’s back to host the American Music Awards, and we already know she’s about to set it off. Back in 1995, Queen Latifah co-hosted alongside Tom Jones and Lorrie Morgan at a time when hip hop was still pushing for space on major stages. Even then, she brought a presence that stood out and helped shift the energy in the room. Now, 31 years later, she returns to host the 2026 show on May 25 in Las Vegas, bringing decades of experience across music, film, and television with her.