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What’s Mine is Mine! The Rise and Devastating Fall of Seneca Village Now Known as Central Park

“For the land of the free, and the home of the brave”. Where do you know that song from? It's supposedly our beloved national anthem. But is it the home of the free? For one, someone stealing your property doesn't

June 18, 2020

Black Men Gather At The Yizclusive Experience for Prayer and Purpose

As the scare of the global pandemic decreases, the fear of a Black man losing his life to a police officer has increased. Rage has increased around the world and people have stood up and have created platforms to demand

June 18, 2020

[GIVEAWAY] BRIMS The Don Collection

BRIMS is a Luxury Hat brand that has prided itself on quality and inspiration. Over the past few years, not only have they inspired confidence in fashion but in one's self. Each piece provides a snapshot in time and tells

June 17, 2020

Usher Releases “I Cry”: The R&B Legend’s New Single Show’s There is Strength in Vulnerability

“Like many men, I was raised to believe that we have to be tough and not show our vulnerability,” says Usher, in a post on social media about his latest single I CRY. Being shut in during the pandemic and

June 16, 2020

Everyday We Lit! NFL Star Brandon Carr Pushes the Button on Literacy with “Lit Buddies”

Literacy is one of the most important aspects of education. Knowing how to read is something that we learn as early as Pre-Kindergarten. Many times in low-income communities, it's something that children and even parents struggle with. NFL star Brandon

June 16, 2020

Last-Minute Gifts for Father’s Day

There has been so much going on in the world and you may have forgotten that Father's Day is Sunday. Don't worry, here is a list of last-minute gifts that you can purchase!Isa LazoIsa Lazo's minimalist range of cruelty-free skincare is formulated using

June 15, 2020

Interviews

Celebrity Chef and Trainer Arron Sain Talks Losing the “Quarantine 15” and More

Fitness and food, two of the things that have been at the top of most of our minds since the outbreak of the coronavirus earlier this year. We had the chance to chat with Arron Sain, Fitness Trainer and chef,

June 15, 2020

Single Fathers Giveaway

We are and have always been committed to the advancements of men of color and during times of uncertainty, it's important that we rely on our communities to be a resource for positive reinforcement. With that said, this Father's Day

June 14, 2020

=SPACE Launches Free Digital Programming in Response to COVID-19

=SPACE, a co-working hub featuring multi-cultural business owners, recently launched a digital programming platform that is available nationwide and streams weekly on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. It's one of the largest minority-owned shared-spaces in New Jersey. The digital programming coincides

June 14, 2020

Happy National Rosé Day! Here are Seven Black-Owned Brands To Support

Rosé is a type of wine that incorporates some of the colors from the grape skins, but not enough to qualify it as red wine. According to the world, it's a reason to celebrate. In honor of National Rosé Day,

June 13, 2020

6 Accessories Every Man Needs in His Closet

There are some staple items that every man needs in his closet. These items are pieces that bring an outfit together and bring a sophisticated look to any style. Statement accessories also have the power to totally transform an outfit

June 12, 2020

The Power in Banking Black: 10 Black Banks For You to Check Out

One thing we have been told but never truly embraced is the fact that our dollars have power. The time is now, change is coming and we must put them to work for us. We have compiled a list of

June 12, 2020

Defund The Police. What Does It Mean?

When 1 in 1,000 Black men and boys can expect to die as a result of police violence over the course of their lives – a risk that's about 2.5 times higher than their white peers, you would think that

June 12, 2020

NASCAR’s Bubba Wallace Unveils New Car Supporting Black Lives Matter

In the last few weeks, the world has changed drastically. With the death of George Floyd and the amplification of the Black Lives Matter movement, the world is taking notice and adapting accordingly.Most companies have stepped up in support of

June 11, 2020

4 Easy Tips to Make You a Better Defensive Driver

Defensive driving is a term that you probably heard about when you took driver’s education classes. It refers to driving where you obey the rules of the road. That applies to the laws that are in place and the unspoken

June 11, 2020

Eight Stylish Father’s Day Gifts To Spruce Up His Wardrobe

With everything going on in the world, it is more important than ever to show love to those we care about, especially on days dedicated to them. Father's Day does not tend to get the same amount of hype as

June 11, 2020

[Giveaway] Reshoevn8r The Leading Sneaker Cleaning Brand

"Shoes transform your body language and attitude. They lift you physically and emotionally." If you're anything like us, we love a clean pair of shoes. We have partnered with Reshoevn8r to help you take pride in keeping your favorite accessory

June 10, 2020

Five Ways Men Can Stay Social and Safe at the Same Time During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Unfortunately, meeting up for a beer and catching the game at the local sports bar isn’t an option during the COVID-19 outbreak. Even as some areas are slowly opening up, clusters of positive cases are popping up all around the

June 10, 2020