Source: @freemahertarabishi Instagram / Screenshot In case you need more proof that ICE is an inherently vile institution, a Texas man currently detained by ICE was refused permission to attend his son’s funeral. According to CNN, Maher Tarabishi was the primary caregiver for his son Wael, who suffered from Pompe disease. After Maher was detained by ICE, Wael’s health greatly declined. He was rushed to the hospital in November with […]
Source: Reach Media / Radio One Sybil Wilkes reminds us daily to “be informed, be empowered,” and today’s “What We Need to Know” segment underscores why that message is so critical. From civil rights protests involving prominent Black journalists to major shifts in government policy and the entertainment industry. Here is a breakdown of the critical updates you need on your radar right now. ✕ Don Lemon’s Arrest Raises Press […]
Source: Reach Media / Radio One Sybil Wilkes reminds us daily to “be informed, be empowered,” and this week’s “What We Need to Know” segment underscores why that message is so critical. From attacks on our political leaders to significant economic shifts and a major win for cultural preservation, the latest news directly impacts our communities. Staying aware is the first step toward creating change and protecting our interests. Let’s […]
Source: Scott Olson / Getty The Trump administration has directed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to bolster U.S. security at the 2026 Winter Olympics, which will be held in Milan and Cortina, Italy, next month — and many Italians are angry about it. They’re so angry, in fact, that officials in both nations are scrambling to assure the public that the federal agents being sent to Italy aren’t there […]
Source: ione nicole thomas / IONE, VIA NICOLE THOMAS The tea is piping hot on the latest edition of “Trending on the Timeline,” and this time, the hip-hop world is buzzing over Nicki Minaj’s recent political statements. The rap icon made waves after speaking at a Trump summit, leading to a firestorm of reactions from fans and critics alike. Here’s a closer look at the stories that had everyone talking about: […]
Source: Stephen Maturen / Getty The Trump administration’s distortion of laws like the KKK Act and FACE Act in targeting Black organizers in Minneapolis is a part of its broader effort to realign the American status quo back toward white supremacy and elite control. Combined with efforts to roll back other civil rights protections and enforcement mechanisms, the Trump administration wants to reset the standards by which we judge our […]
Source: Reach Media / Radio One Sybil Wilkes returns with “What We Need to Know,” keeping our community informed and empowered. In her latest Sybil cuts through the noise to bring us the headlines that matter most to Black America. From political showdowns in Washington to urgent community alerts, staying plugged in isn’t just about reading the news—it’s about survival and empowerment. Here is the breakdown of the critical stories […]
Source: Win McNamee / Getty Nicki Minaj recently made headlines by flaunting her newly acquired Trump Gold Card, a controversial immigration initiative introduced by former President Donald Trump. The card, which Minaj showcased on her X account with the caption “Welp…,” is a fast-track pathway to U.S. residency and citizenship, requiring a $1 million contribution to the U.S. Treasury and a $15,000 non-refundable processing fee. In the wake of Nicki […]
Sly Dunbar, a Grammy Award-winning drummer and a member of the production duo Sly & Robbie, has died. Along with the late Robbie Shakespeare, Sly Dunbar formed the Taxi Records label in 1980 and worked with a bevy of musical greats both within and beyond the confines of reggae and dub. Sly Dunbar’s wife informed The Jamaican Gleaner publication about her husband’s passing, sharing a brief statement regarding his loss. […]
