Misty Copeland gave her final performance with the American Ballet Theatre at New York’s David H. Koch Theater after twenty-five years with the company. The event, titled “A Celebration Honoring Misty Copeland,” drew a packed crowd that included Oprah Winfrey, Debbie Allen, and Alicia Keys. The audience gave her a standing ovation as confetti fell and her three-year-old son ran into her arms.
Copeland began ballet at age thirteen in San Pedro, California, later than most professionals, and faced doubts about belonging in the art form. She proved her critics wrong, rising through the ranks to become ABT’s first Black female principal dancer in 2015. Her career broke barriers and inspired young dancers worldwide.
Though she is stepping...
Stephen A. Smith issued a public apology to U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett in a video posted on X, addressing criticism over his past comments about her. He said he delayed responding because he was recovering from emergency dental surgery, but felt compelled to speak after seeing former President Donald Trump attack Crockett.
Smith acknowledged that some viewed his earlier remarks as dismissive and said he now understands why people expected him to be more supportive. He stressed he never meant to disrespect Crockett or any Black woman and clarified his questions about her congressional approach were meant to encourage dialogue, not criticism.
He rejected claims that his tone was misogynistic but accepted responsibility for how...
AquaStar has recalled certain frozen shrimp products due to possible contamination with cesium-137, a man-made radioactive substance. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued the notice after the Seattle-based company reported that its shrimp might contain very low levels of the isotope. No illnesses have been linked to the product so far, but the recall is a precaution.
The affected shrimp was sold under several brand names, including AquaStar, Publix, Best Yet, and Waterfront Bistro. Customers are urged to discard the product or return it for a refund. This follows an earlier recall involving Great Value and Kroger shrimp over the same concern, which impacted more than 85,000 bags in dozens of states.
The FDA explains that...
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier was arrested early Thursday in Orlando as part of a federal investigation into illegal sports betting. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York is handling the case, with FBI agents leading the operation. Rozier, 30, was taken into custody without incident and will appear in court later this week.
Federal prosecutors confirmed he is being held pending a formal indictment, though specific charges have not been disclosed. His name had surfaced earlier this year in connection with unusual betting activity during a 2023 game while he played for Charlotte. The probe has since expanded, with Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups also detained in a related matter.
Investigators say they...
Joe Biden has completed radiation therapy for prostate cancer, a major step in his treatment. His daughter, Ashley, shared a video of him ringing the traditional bell at Penn Medicine, signaling the end of this phase. She thanked the medical team and praised her father’s courage.
The 82-year-old was diagnosed in May with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, marked by a Gleason score of 9 and bone metastasis. Doctors classified it as hormone-sensitive, allowing a combination of radiation and hormone therapy. Treatment lasted about five weeks.
A spokesperson said Biden is doing well, though it is unclear whether more therapy lies ahead. Earlier this month, Biden reflected on the support he and Jill received, noting how cancer affects...
Dr. Wendy Osefo and her husband, Eddie Osefo, face charges of insurance fraud, conspiracy, and making false statements to police. Authorities say the couple reported a burglary at their Maryland home in April 2024 while on vacation in Jamaica, but investigators found no signs of forced entry and later discovered at least fifteen of the claimed stolen items inside the house.
Osefo’s legal team filed documents on October 17 asking a Maryland court to dismiss the case. They argue the arrest was illegal and the charging document was flawed. They also seek to block evidence, wiretaps, and statements from the investigation, calling them the products of unlawful searches or seizures. Osefo wants her trial separated from her husband’s and...
The New Georgia Project and its Action Fund will shut down after ten years of voter engagement in Georgia. The groups, founded in 2013 by Stacey Abrams, focused on registering Black, Latino, and young voters. Their efforts drew national attention during the 2020 election when Georgia voted for a Democratic presidential candidate for the first time in nearly thirty years.
The boards of both organizations said they made the decision to close after careful thought. They thanked staff and partners and affirmed their belief in justice and civic participation. Chairman James Woodhall said the mission would live on through other groups. The organizations recently admitted to 16 state law violations tied to unreported spending during Abrams’s...
On Black Friday, Amazon will stream an NFL game for free to viewers in more than 240 countries and territories. The matchup features the Philadelphia Eagles against the Chicago Bears on November 28. Prime Video will carry the broadcast without requiring a subscription. Kickoff is at 3 p.m. ET, with coverage beginning at 1:30 p.m. ET. Some regions, such as Canada, cannot access the stream because of existing rights deals. U.S. mobile users may watch through NFL+, while international fans can use NFL Game Pass on DAZN.
The broadcast offers high-definition HDR video, multilingual audio, and tools like Rapid Recap and Next Gen Stats powered by AWS. Amazon and the NFL both emphasized global fan access as a top goal. The day also includes a...
Kevin McCall accused Tyrese Gibson of offering empty support when he was struggling. On the “Back on Figg” podcast, McCall said he was homeless and staying at his grandmother’s, while Tyrese lived luxuriously in a mansion with a Benihana and a Starbucks inside.
When Tyrese called and said, “You homeless? I’m finna do something for you,” McCall hoped for real help. Instead, Tyrese gave a spiritual speech about sharing wisdom and promised only to “stamp” a message to someone on McCall’s behalf.
McCall snapped, telling him to get off the phone with what he called “weirdo s**t.” He felt misled by someone he once admired.
Tyrese has not responded to the comments. After the interview spread online, Young Thug offered McCall...
