DMX Was a Casualty in America’s War on Black Men
The legendary rapper was able to overcome a world that didn’t even see him as human.
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Justice Is Overdue for Adult Sexual Assault Survivors
Even when a victim does everything right—like Ambra did with Harvey Weinstein and Marissa did with Dr. Robert Hadden—the system can still fail. A new look-back window would help.
Could Philip’s Death Lead the Queen to Give Up the Throne?
With Philip gone and unabated family tensions, the future of the monarchy could now be in question as the Queen reaches the age of 95. But dramatic change seems unlikely.
Why Racist Hulk Hogan Hasn’t Earned Our Forgiveness
The WWE wrestling icon is hosting this weekend’s WrestleMania and all appears to be forgiven from his racism controversy. But has he ever really apologized for his actions?
It’s Time We Fully Appreciate Christopher Meloni’s Juicy A**
Everything we can’t stop loving, hating, and thinking about this week in pop culture.
How Bolsonaro Seized Trump’s Crown as the Worst COVID Leader
Brazil is on course to set a grim new world-record COVID death rate assisted by a president who is undermining every effort to save the lives of his own citizens.
Joss Whedon’s Creepy Fingerprints Are All Over ‘The Nevers’
HBO’s steampunk drama about supernaturally gifted women in Victorian London is a confused, corseted mess—even if you ignore the controversy surrounding its embattled creator.
Conservative Comedy? What Your Drunk Aunt Yells at a Wedding
It’s not just Greg Gutfeld. Every attempt over decades to create a right-wing Daily Show has been a disaster for the same reasons.
Usain Bolt Wants to Be the D.J. Khaled of Dancehall
A collaboration with a champagne company yielded a hit song that in turn spawned a new Jamaican record label run by the world’s fastest man.
Matt Gaetz Declares He’s ‘Not Going Anywhere’
Rep. Matt Gaetz resurfaced Friday night to ignore the saga of scandals and deliver MAGA boilerplate.
Russia, China Team Up to Peddle Nutty U.S. COVID Lab Theory
Russian and Chinese officials are spreading conspiracy theories about alleged bio-labs “under U.S. control” along their borders—implying that COVID is an American-made virus.
Infiltrators Sabotage Proud Boys’ ‘White Lives Matter’ Day
Extremists tried to make planned rallies look like a grassroots movement—but their secret chats have been leaked.
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Yummie’s Shaping Cotton Leggings Are 20% Off
SHAPE IT UP
These leggings are made from cotton but still boast the slimming capabilities endemic to Yummie’s brand.
Brain of NFL Vet Who Killed Family to Be Tested for Disease
WHY DID HE DO IT?
Authorities want to know if Phillip Adams had CTE, which has been linked to violence in some ex-athletes.
Daily Beast’s Tim Teeman Wins Journalist of the Year Award
‘NO EQUAL’
Tim Teeman, senior editor and writer, won the Online Journalist of the Year award at the LA Press Club’s National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards, and three other awards.
Whitmer Aide Posts Pics From Florida Beach Amid Virus Surge
WISH YOU WERE HERE!
The governor had specifically advised against traveling for spring break.
Top Kansas Pol Booted After Report He Called Cop ‘Donut Boy’
‘HE’S GOT TO PAY’
State Sen. Gene Suellentrop lost his post as majority leader three weeks after allegedly leading cops on a wrong-way chase.
Prankster Posed as White House Reporter, Duped Press Corps
ROBLOX REPORTER?
Those who have corresponded with “Kacey Montagu” believe the stunt may have begun as a bit on Roblox.
VA Police Hold Black Army Lt. at Gunpoint in Traffic Stop
‘I’M SERVING THIS COUNTRY’
Caron Nazario has sued, alleging the officers racially profiled him.
Charlyne Yi Calls James Franco ‘Toxic’ and ‘Predatory’
FRANC-NO
She said producers offered her a bigger role to maintain her involvement in the film after she complained.
Michael Cohen Burns Matt Gaetz With Brutal Prom Joke
‘I HOPE MATT’S WATCHING’
Donald Trump’s former fixer was appearing on MSNBC to share his expertise as a key witness who turned on his criminal collaborator.
Cops Arrest Two in Bizarre Confederate Chair Ransom Saga
‘WHITE LIES MATTER’
Stanley Warnick and Kathryn Diionno were arrested for possession of stolen property.
Four Boogaloo Followers Charged After Bay Area Cop Killings
SNEAKY
Four members of the “Grizzly Scouts”—a Boogaloo offshoot—have been indicted for conspiracy to obstruct justice and destroy records.
Cops ID Suspect, Victim in East TX Cabinet Factory Shooting
WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE
Larry Bollin has been charged with the murder of Timothy Smith.
Pfizer Asks FDA to Let Younger Teens Get the Vaccine
EDGING PROGRESS
The company said its clinical trial shows the vaccine is 100 percent effective in 12- to 15-year-olds.
