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D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser has formally renamed a street outside the White House “Black Lives Matter Plaza” and she authorized city crews to paint…
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Andrew Gillum has checked himself into rehab. The former candidate for Florida Governor found himself involved in a sticky situation this past weekend when…
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“A Second Chance” explores the thin line between love and friendship as it follows best friends, Cheyann (Jontille Gerard) and Daniella (ReSheda D. Terry) who…
Naomi Campbell has never been one to take being germ-free lightly. The supermodel took to Instagram to share how she takes safety to the “next…
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Nothing screams Friday like new music to vibe to waiting for the clock to strike 5! Both Jhene’ Aiko and Megan Thee Stallion are reminding…
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This year, House Party turns 30. But, get this – the film almost didn’t happen. A cult classic, House Party kicked off the cinematic careers for ’80s rap group Kid ‘N Play and laid the foundation for merging of hip-hop in film in the ’90s
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Sasha Obama is marching to the beat of her own drum. That’s right, the youngest Obama is set to begin her college career at the…
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That’s a question I posed to a group of over 100 professional Black singles at an event designed for men and women to keep it…
If you’re a super successful sister who is at the top 10% of female income earners, and you are STILL single, you’ve probably tried swiping…
Same man, different face. If this describes your dating life then you are stuck in what I call the “Déjà vu Dating” pattern. Déjà vu is the feeling…
Are you dating a man who has yet to define the relationship? You want to know, “What are we? Where is this going?” but he…
In today’s social climate, one may be afraid to speak up about the many injustices seen around the nation. Too afraid of the backlash, too…
Bring your appetite for this one because these black food bloggers have entirely too many satisfying dishes that you don’t want to miss out on!
Seth & Leslie are bringing the heat for season 2 of Butter + Brown and we want to include you! If you want to throw…
The Super Beauty doll, created by Tiffany J, not only provides African-American growing girls with a doll that looks them, but one that speaks 20…
Dr. Catrise Austin spills the tea on the bag it cost to fix Cardi B’s teeth, her celebrity clientele, and her run in with Russell…
Any time of the year is a great one to add a little extra umph and style to your home. Thankfully, it’s not as difficult…
With fall quickly approaching, I think it’s safe to say the oversized denim jacket is still a trend that’s going strong.
Are you in need of a getaway? We got you! Watch Andiamo throughout the month of September and October to win a three nights stay…
Host and Comedian Chris Spencer tells Tracee about a hilarious moment with Diana Ross.
You may know Tracee Ellis Ross as “Bow” from Black-ish, “Joan” from Girlfriends, or even her alter ego “T Murda”, but do you know Tracee’s superhero…
The Perfect Butter + Brown Recipes For Your Labor Day Weekend Gathering
There’s this dated stigma that the beauty industry is full of vanity and conceit. But, because of women like Tie Cooper and her annual Hi…
To say Emmy-Award winning actress Regina King was inspiring and motivating at the 2018 Black Women’s Expo is a pretty big understatement. Our favorite homegirl-in-our-head…
I am totally having a fan girl moment. Do ya’ll remember Flyy Girl? Of course ya’ll do! I remember being in middle school, in Flint,…
Some people dream of making an impact, a few talk about making an impact, most want to make an impact, and then there are the…
Let’s get into this #BlackMovieMagic! There are so many classic black films that we could probably recite word for word, but what about those movies…
My name is Dr. Cwanza Pinckney. I am a board-certified in Emergency Medicine, a Concierge Physician, DJ, and 2X best-selling author of Music and Medicine Vol. 1: The…
This year, Toronto’s Afrochic welcomed over 600 guests on July 14-15, 2018 – some of which had never attended Afrochic before – to witness and experience…
Summer has finally rolled around and that means it’s time to book flights and get to exploring! Read below to see Aspire’s top five summer…
Summer is slowly, but surely coming to an end, but make the most of it before it’s actually over! Food festivals are summer staples in…
Black women have come mighty a long way in television journalism. When I was growing up, I could count the black women news reporters and…
Welcome to Beauty Talk with Tae! Learn 3 key makeup techniques to enhancing your daily look from Tae Rene. #BeautyTalkWithTae is all about expert beauty…
Going vegan has proven to be more than the latest trend.
Earvin “Magic” Johnson’s Aspire TV is run predominately by a dynamic group of minority execs breaking status quo.
Graduation season is an exciting time for students – hard work has finally paid off, and the anticipation of career success and achievement shines bright.
Considering the current climate when it comes to racial tensions in the nation mixed with the proud stance of being African American, it’s important now…
Uproarious laughter could go on for minutes, even after the joke had settled in over the crowd. When this 6’2” giant stepped onto any stage,…
Many things come from the city of Flint, including Golden State Warrior’s JaVale McGee, and actor Terry Crews. Flint produces some of the most hardworking,…
Hundreds of millennial entrepreneurs and young professionals gathered at Atlanta’s Google Fiber Headquarters for the launch of “The Hangout” Speaker Series presented by the Young Entrepreneurs…
Ladies Who Brunch ATL offered women-owned businesses the opportunity to showcase their wares at the 2018 Ladies of Business Conference in Atlanta.
This Father’s Day we are getting your man of the house ready for a Fourth of July marathon with Bernie Mac! Use the form below…
One of the best ways to move culture forward is to support the upcoming generation of forward thinkers.
Fun fact: Black women are one of the most underserved markets in the beauty industry. To little surprise, African Americans spend the most money in…
Aspire has partnered with black-owned businesses to create a marketplace that connects culturally conscious businesses with you, the savvy consumer.
In the film, The Last Time, Jasmine is a rising executive and loving wife seems to have it all, but is living a secret far…
AspireTV was onsite at the EmpowerHer Conference 2017 presented by Ford. Check out Leslie Antonoff as she hosts In the Loop and serves up a…
King signed her first record deal with J Records in 2004 and was featured on Nas’s 2004 album Street’s Disciple credited as simply “Emily”.
Misty Copeland (born 1982) is an American ballerina, described by many accounts as the first African American female soloist for the American Ballet Theatre (ABT),…
Brandice Henderson-Daniel is the CEO and Founder of Harlem’s Fashion Row (HFR). HFR was founded in 2007 with the main focus being to provide a platform for multicultural fashion designers to present their collections.
