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by Jeroslyn JoVonn

March 24, 2026

JAŸ-Z Adds Third Yankee Stadium Show After Concert Sells Out In Minutes

JAŸ-Z added a third date to his weekend takeover at Yankee Stadium.

Instant sellouts have prompted JAY-Z to add a third date to his weekend takeover at Yankee Stadium this July.

Billionaire hip-hop mogul JAŸ-Z quickly added a third date after tickets for JAŸ-Z 30 and JAŸ-Z 25 sold out within minutes, with thousands waiting in virtual queues. The added show, JAŸ-Z EXTRA INNINGS on July 12, saw high demand from fans after going on sale at 1 p.m. on March 24, USA Today reports.

The July 10 and 11 shows will mark two landmark anniversaries: the 30th anniversary of his 1996 debut, “Reasonable Doubt,” and the 25th anniversary of his 2000 classic, “The Blueprint.” The added JAŸ-Z EXTRA INNINGS show isn’t tied to a specific album but will “build on the momentum” of the first two concerts, according to a release.

In a new interview with Frazier Tharpe of GQ, JAŸ-Z revealed he’s working on new music but admitted some tracks are “too dark” to release.

“I don’t know how to make music that’s not reflective of how I’m feeling at the moment,” he said. “I have a lot of scratch ideas and they like all bad. I got to be honest, they’re bad.”

JAY-Z says the music he was making recently was too dark to put out:

“I don’t know how to make music that’s not reflective of how I’m feeling at the moment… I have a lot of scratch ideas and they like all bad. I got to be honest, they’re bad.” (via GQ) pic.twitter.com/PtXrK3u2iQ
— Kurrco (@Kurrco) March 24, 2026

Jay-Z said he endured a difficult 2025, pointing to the Tony Buzbee-linked legal matter, including a sexual assault lawsuit that also named Sean “Diddy” Combs and left him “really heartbroken.” The Roc Nation founder added that he would rather “die” than settle a case involving such serious allegations.

“[Settling] ain’t in my DNA,” he said. “First of all, I had to tell my wife [Beyoncé]. Let’s back up. I know the weight that this is going to bring on our family. I can’t do it. I would die. If I settled—make that thing go away. And for me, it would’ve been cheaper? Yes. Cheaper, quicker, move on with your life. I knew what was coming. I wasn’t naive.”

Despite what he’s described as an attempt to tarnish his name, the sold-out shows suggest the admiration surrounding JAŸ-Z remains strong. In addition to his Yankee Stadium run, he’s also set to perform at the Roots Picnic in May, with fans able to try their luck for tickets through Live Nation.

Michael Jordan, lawsuit, NASCAR, antitrust

by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

March 24, 2026

Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing Team Cops 4th Win Of Season

Tyler Reddick joins NASCAR Hall of Famers Dale Earnhardt (1987) and Bill Elliott (1992) as the only Cup drivers to win four of the first six races in a season.

The 23XI Racing Team has been on a winning streak ever since NASCAR lost the Michael Jordan-led antitrust lawsuit against the racing organization. Tyler Reddick won the latest race to bring the win total for this season to four.

According to The Associated Press, Reddick pulled out the win for his 12th career victory when he beat Brad Keselowski by a 5.847-second margin at Darlington Raceway on March 22. Coming in after him were Ryan Blaney, who finished third, followed by Carson Hocevar and Austin Cindric.

“I know never to give up,” said Reddick after winning the race. “I think it’s very fitting that when we finally get our first win here at Darlington, that ‘The Lady in Black’ would test us like that. We’ve been so close so many times.”

Tamed the track ‘Too tough to tame’🏆🏆🏆🏆 pic.twitter.com/4FLJV8T9By
— 23XI Racing (@23XIRacing) March 24, 2026

Reddick is off to a great start after becoming the first driver in NASCAR history to win the first three races of the season when he got his first victory at the Daytona 500. He also joins NASCAR Hall of Famers Dale Earnhardt (1987) and Bill Elliott (1992) as the only Cup drivers to win four of the first six races in a season.

The victory almost did not happen due to car issues early in the race.

“The battery wasn’t charging at all,” Reddick said. “All day long, just not running fans and sweating my tail off inside the race car. We knew it was going to be physical. Really wore out, but I guess I don’t need as much of that cooling stuff as I normally have.”

Jordan shared his thoughts on Reddick overcoming the problems with the car.

“Pretty sure it’s frustrating for him because he had an unbelievable car, and I think the key to him winning was just keeping his head,” said Jordan. “We just had to get the car right, and I think he did an unbelievable job. I just wanted everything to be good, because once he gets back out there, then I feel like his competitive juices are going to carry him all the way to the end. He earned it all week, and I’m real proud of the team.”

by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman

March 24, 2026

Over 1.6 Million JAŸ-Z Fans Waited In Online Queue For Tickets To Album Anniversary Concerts

Fans flooded Ticketmaster by the hundreds of thousands to score tickets to the coveted shows.

JAŸ-Z may have a problem on his hands as over 1.6 million fans reportedly waited in the online ticket queue for his anniversary concert.

The New York rapper is having his own career renaissance, returning to multiple stages ahead of the upcoming 30th and 25th anniversaries of his acclaimed albums “Reasonable Doubt” and “The Blueprint,” respectively. As pre-sale tickets to the two shows at Yankee Stadium went live, over a million people flocked to Ticketmaster to get their seats for the coveted performances.

The shows will take place July 10 and 11 at the iconic Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, as JAŸ-Z pays tribute to the two projects that solidified his legendary status in hip-hop. Eager fans immediately tried to snag tickets to the exclusive shows, with Complex Music reporting that over 800,000 people were in the queue for both nights, bringing the total to over 1.6 million site visitors.

Over 800K people were in the queue for BOTH of Jay-Z's upcoming Yankee Stadium concert 🤯

A total of 1.6M+ people were trying to buy tickets for Hov's 'Reasonable Doubt' and 'The Blueprint' shows. pic.twitter.com/yvFfOGTTkh
— Complex Music (@ComplexMusic) March 23, 2026

However, the second night of the two-day residency had the most attention, with over 847,000 potential attendees trying to get tickets. Tickets remaining in the general sale went live on March 24, with the frenzy expected to wage on.

Naturally, the price went significantly up as demand for tickets skyrocketed. StubHub has already shown resale tickets above the initial price, but still range from the high $200s to over $3,000 for bleacher seats on the first night.

Fans, however, can catch JAŸ-Z at another festival before his solo showcase. The 56-year-old was named as the headliner for this year’s Roots Picnic in Philadelphia, announced days before his anniversary shows.

As for whether this rollout of shows will make way for another JAŸ-Z album, that prospect remains in question. Before his return to the spotlight, JAŸ-Z had popped out for guest appearances at his wife’s, Beyoncé, for her Cowboy Carter tour.

Although he has taken a break from releasing new music since 2017’s “4:44,” JAŸ-Z is showing fans that he still holds his crown in hip-hop.

by Jeroslyn JoVonn

March 24, 2026

Nia Long Files for Protective Order Against Alleged Stalker Claiming Romantic Relationship

Actress Nia Long is taking legal action against an alleged stalker.

Nia Long is seeking a protective order against a woman who has repeatedly shown up at her Los Angeles home claiming to be in a romantic relationship with her.

The actress filed for a temporary restraining order on March 23 against a woman identified as Carrie McDonald, TMZ reports. The filing came just days after she was arrested on March 21 for showing up at Long’s home and ringing the doorbell.

It’s not a new issue, as Long’s filing states the woman has allegedly been stalking her for more than two years. According to the documents, Long says she doesn’t know her, but claims the woman has sent unwanted cards, flowers, and gifts, and has shown up at her home on multiple occasions.

Long said the woman previously showed up at her home in the middle of the night in 2024, demanding she open the door. “The Best Man” actress said police issued a “strong warning” at the time and arrested the woman after a second incident.

She is now seeking court-ordered protection for herself, her two children, and her mother, though a judge denied the temporary restraining order pending an April hearing.

The restraining order request comes as Long prepares for her next major role, portraying Michael Jackson’s mother, Katherine Jackson, in Antoine Fuqua’s upcoming biopic “Michael.” Speaking recently, she said she drew on her own experience as a mother to shape the role, describing the character as rooted in love and grace.

“Leaning into grace and love. And that’s what a parent and mother does,” Long said.

The “Friday” actress is a mom to two sons: Massai Zhivago Dorsey II, born in 2000, and Kez Sunday Udoka, born in 2011. She encourages moviegoers to “bring the family” when going to the new biopic, as it’s one everyone will enjoy.

by Ahsan Washington

March 24, 2026

Get Into These Final Events For Women’s History Month: Week 4

Close out Women’s History Month with these extraordinary events.

The National Women’s History Alliance educators launched the initial Women’s History Week in 1980 to improve women’s representation in American history education and to mark the month of March as Women’s History Month.

The United States government recognized its first official Women’s History Month observance through a declaration by Jimmy Carter before Congress, which extended recognition to the entire month of March in 1987.

Museums, libraries, and cultural institutions nationwide host programming around Women’s History that includes exhibitions, film screenings, and public discussion panels.

To wrap this month-long immersion into Women’s History Month, check out the conclusion of BLACK ENTERPRISE’s four-week series on things to do to celebrate women’s worth.

The last week of the month highlights the national creativity and leadership of Black women through their impact in art, civic engagement, and athletics, while providing experiences and conversations that honor their legacy and drive future progress.

Fresh Talk: Stacey Abrams—Washington, D.C.

Stacey Abrams, the well-known civic advocate and author, hosts a live talk on Thursday, March 26. This event is part of the Fresh Talk series and will focus on civic engagement, leadership, and how culture shapes our world. Abrams wants to shine a light on the important role Black women play in politics and culture, and help people connect and plan to make a difference. Expect her to discuss her experiences and the lessons she’s learned.

NJCAA Division I Women’s Basketball National Championship Multiple Locations

The National Championship for junior college women’s basketball will take place at various arenas throughout the country. The NJCAA will host the tournament at multiple sites between March 24 and 31.

Black Girl Art Show—Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn Storehouse will host the Black Girl Art Show on Saturday, March 28, at 2 p.m. The exhibition will feature more than 200 Black women artists.

Legacy Of Coretta Scott King Exhibition & Experience—Atlanta

The exhibition and immersive experience display Coretta Scott King’s activism and leadership through historical artifacts and personal belongings at the Coretta Scott King Rose Gallery and adjacent exhibition spaces.

The exhibition runs until March 31, to coincide with the final week of Women’s History Month. The King Center serves as a living tribute to Coretta Scott King’s leadership and achievements while offering public access to her historical narrative.

Congresswoman Maxine Waters , National Council Of Negro Women , s 90 Years, Gala

by Sharelle B. McNair

March 24, 2026

At 87, ‘Auntie Maxine’ Waters Vows To Stay In Her Leadership Role While America Pushes For Younger Leadership

Some leaders feel she is still up for the job.

Democratic Rep. Maxine Water, 87, has decided that she isn’t done on Capitol Hill.

The California congresswoman is hoping to stay in leadership as chair of the House Financial Services Committee if her party wins the majority in November’s hotly anticipated midterm election.

If the Democrats get their way, Waters will serve on the committee as the oldest leader in its history, touching on issues such as cryptocurrency, which has been a hot topic for President Donald Trump, the one percent, and Wall Street regulators.

But other Democrats don’t think Waters, who became the first woman and Black person to lead the panel in 2019, still has the fight in her, given her age.

Waters isn’t having it.

“If you take a look at my energy and what I do—I am Auntie Maxine,” Waters said to Politico. “I’m the one who popularized ‘reclaiming my time.’ … I don’t know who’s got more energy, more concern. And so, Maxine Waters seems to be doing alright.”

While Waters has yet to show any signs of deterioration publicly and remains supported by Democratic lawmakers and aides who work closely with her, leaders feel she is still up for the job.

That includes Rep. Sean Casten (D-IL), who serves on the Financial Services committee with Waters.

“I am a firm believer that when people are visibly past their time, it’s time to sort of have some hard conversations,” Casten said. “That’s a mental issue, not an age issue. And I don’t have any concern that she’s mentally up for the job.”

Other leaders, like Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), agree, saying she is “still hitting her three-pointer,” but there remains the question of what’s to come.

“She’s done a lot of great work,” Waters’ primary challenger, Myla Rahman, said. “But we’re saying, let’s pass the baton and let a new generation of leadership come have a seat at the table.”

American voters feel the same. A new poll from Daily Mail/JL Partners reveals that a massive 63% of voters want age limits for their elected officials, with 70 identified as the cut-off age.

That means a select number of high-profile, respected politicians—Sens. Bernie Sanders (VT), Elizabeth Warren (MA) and Reps. Bennie Thompson (MS) and Jim Clyburn (SC)—would get the boot for age alone.

Since being elected to serve California’s 43rd Congressional District in 1991, Waters’ record of working across party lines has spoken for itself, as she has passed and implemented legislation.

Waters said she works “very hard with the opposite side of the aisle when there are bills that my members may be interested in to see if we can work out the differences so that they have a chance to move—sometimes even though it’s not with a Democratic bill but a Republican bill.”

That isn’t the only reason why Waters isn’t leaving.

“I believe that everybody who wants to run should have an opportunity to run,” Waters said. “And depending on how good you are, how much you know, how much you convince the people, if you happen to win, that’s the way the Constitution works. And that’s the way we should think about it.”

Fearless Fund Africa, Arian Simone, Ghana

by Mitti Hicks

March 24, 2026

Fearless Fund Officially Launches In Africa, Awards Over GH₵100K In Grant Money

Fearless Fund Africa awarded its first grant to Khadija Talalawa, co-founder and CEO of The Cheer Natives.

During its official launch in the Motherland, the Fearless Fund Africa recently debuted in Ghana, kicking off with a live pitch competition showcasing women-led entrepreneurship in the West African nation. Fearless Fund Africa awarded its first grant to Khadija Talalawa, co-founder and CEO of The Cheer Natives. Talalawa’s food and beverage company focuses on using locally sourced ingredients to create natural products.

According to Fearless Fund, Talalawa’s company was selected for its growth potential and market relevance.

“I’m very honoured, grateful, and humbled. For the work that we’ve done to be seen and appreciated like this means a lot,” Kadija expressed. “I’m grateful to Fearless Fund Africa for believing in us and supporting us.”

About Fearless Fund Africa

The kick-off on March 21 brought together investors, partners, policymakers, industry stakeholders, and women entrepreneurs at the Accra Marriott Hotel. Fearless Fund Africa’s launch drew strong participation from Ghana’s entrepreneurial and investment sectors, as well as advocates for women’s economic empowerment.

Fireside conversations with investors and industry leaders focused on access to capital and business resilience. The conversations also focused on scaling opportunities for women entrepreneurs across Africa. In addition to the grant money, the launch also introduced the Fearless Fund Africa Fund. The fund will provide loans ranging from GH₵10,000 to GH₵30,000 to women entrepreneurs.

“The launch of Fearless Fund Africa in Ghana represents a powerful step toward closing the global wealth gap,” said Arian Simone, founder and CEO of Fearless Fund. “We are proud to invest directly in local founders and equip African women entrepreneurs with the capital and support they need to build thriving businesses.”

With its official launch, the Fearless Fund Africa will focus on expanding access to capital for entrepreneurs across the continent. While the launch began in Ghana, the Fearless Fund Africa will expand. Through its fund, the organization invests directly in local founders, supports sustainable businesses, and strengthens local economies. The fund is designed exclusively for the continent, with a long-term vision to expand across African markets and support the next generation of fearless builders.

by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

March 24, 2026

NBA Legend Dennis Rodman To Be Inducted Into WWE Hall Of Fame

The 2026 WWE Hall of Fame Ceremony will take place Friday, April 17, in Las Vegas as part of WrestleMania 42 week.

Rebounder extraordinaire and hair dye enthusiast Dennis Rodman, who was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2011, will soon be a member of another hall of fame.

The World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) announced that the Detroit Pistons and Chicago Bulls legend will be inducted in April. ESPN’s NBA insider, Shams Charania, posted the news on social media March 20.

Earlier today, it was announced by @ESPN's @ShamsCharania that @dennisrodman will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame! 👏👏👏

The 2026 #WWEHOF Ceremony will take place Friday, April 17 in Las Vegas as part of WrestleMania 42 week.

🔗 MORE INFO: https://t.co/h57uQLv1V1 pic.twitter.com/LjCvPZ7GWr
— WWE (@WWE) March 20, 2026

Rodman, who fit right in with the wrestling world due to his theatrical and dirty antics on the basketball court, made several appearances during the late 1990s.

Using the moniker Rodzilla, he teamed up with the New World Order collective in 1997 in the WCW (World Championship Wrestling). Vince McMahon, then-owner of the WWF (World Wrestling Federation, before it changed its name to WWE), purchased WCW in 2001.

Rodman wrestled the late Hulk Hogan in one of his most popular matches.

During the 1998 NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz, Rodman missed a Bulls practice to appear on WCW Monday Nitro in Detroit. While appearing on the show, he and Hogan attacked another popular wrestler, Diamond Dallas Page. The next year, Rodman teamed up once again with Hogan to face off against Rodman’s basketball foe, Utah Jazz star Karl Malone, and Page at WCW Bash at the Beach.

The next year, he faced off against Randy “Macho Man” Savage at WCW Road Wild in 1999.

The 2026 WWE Hall of Fame Ceremony will take place Friday, April 17, in Las Vegas as part of WrestleMania 42 week.

Rodman, who won five NBA championships during his 14-year career, also played for the San Antonio Spurs, the Los Angeles Lakers, and the Dallas Mavericks. He also won seven rebounding titles and was named the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year twice.

by Sharelle B. McNair

March 24, 2026

Prominent Black Execs Take A Deep Dive On The ‘Mood of America’ Amid The Backlash Of DEI

“One of the most frustrating things is that we actually give validity to these small minds, that we have to defend the fact that we are doing a good job like everybody else who is afforded the fundamentals: good education, reasonable health care, reasonable food, safe places to live.”

It’s been a little over a year since President Donald Trump signed his executive order to dial back on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives—known as DEI—on the federal level, ultimately affecting Black people and other minorities.

The rollbacks have made their way to the business and educational worlds. Corporations nationwide made vast moves seemingly in support of the narrative pushed by the administration that “DEI is evil” when those same initiatives gave Black people, women and others of disadvantaged communities a way to shine and contribute.

“Over my life, I benefited from programs that were trying to fix what they had denied me; I don’t apologize for that at all. We keep having the same discussion and arguing the same argument—which is, we’re talented individuals; we happen to have a skin color or a gender that’s different than the standard [in US leadership],” Ursula Burns, founding partner of Integrum and chairwoman of Teneo, said to Bloomberg.

“One of the most frustrating things is that we actually give validity to these small minds, that we have to defend the fact that we are doing a good job like everybody else who is afforded the fundamentals: good education, reasonable health care, reasonable food, safe places to live.”

Organizations have worked overtime to back Trump and MAGA loyalists to take those liberties away from Black people and beyond. Shortly after the order was signed on day one of his second term, lawsuits were pushed against nonprofits like the Fearless Fund, which curated grants and opportunities for Black women business owners to succeed.

Then there was Target, which scaled back its policies after once being labeled an advocate for diverse businesses. Moves like that are what make Jacob Walthour Jr., CEO of Blueprint Capital Advisors, feel that there has been a shift.

“They’ve stolen the narrative. Not only our contributions today, but the labor, the creativity that we put into making this country what it is. We make advancements, and then we hit one of these periods where we have to deal with the backlash and the retribution, whether it was post-slavery, whether it was Reconstruction, whether it was Jim Crow,” Walthour said.

But there is a reason for worry about advancement.

Walthour pointed out that despite the backlash of DEI, Black people continue to thrive on numerous levels.

“You’ve got more Black senators than ever before. You’ve got more Black legislators in the House of Representatives than ever before. In my industry, you’ve got more Black people running venture capital funds, private equity funds, private credit funds than ever before,” he said.

“Do we believe the narrative they’re telling, or should we figure out how to keep our narrative alive and well—and defend it and make sure it’s continually amplified so our children know what the possibilities are for their lives and their careers?”

Though their unemployment have increased higher and faster than those of men, white women, or Latina workers, Black women have taken matters into their own hands.

A recent report from Wells Fargo found that Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs. Businesses owned by Black women grew by 13% between 2024 and 2025, with revenue streams increasing by roughly 6%.

“One of the benefits of the last few years is that we now have data. We know this is not a charitable endeavor to create diversity. We know 87% of teams make better choices if they’re diverse,” said Lisa Wardell, board director at American Express, Covista and Univar Solutions. “Our job is to remind people. This is a data-driven assignment now for corporate America and, frankly, for the federal government too.”

by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman

March 24, 2026

Nicki Minaj Sued For Failing To Pay $275K In Outstanding ‘Pink Friday 2’ Concert Bills

The company says it has not been paid for $275,000 in show production costs.

Nicki Minaj is facing a new lawsuit over unpaid bills from her Pink Friday 2 album rollout and accompanying concerts.

According to the legal filing obtained by TMZ, the “Red Ruby da Sleeze” rapper is accused by 24/7 Productions of failing to pay back production costs to 24/7 Productions, which helped her promote the album.

The production company has sued both Minaj and her Pink Friday Productions. It claims to have provided live entertainment production services for Minaj starting with her performance at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards.

Minaj utilized their services again the next year, leading to the funding discrepancy. 24/7 Productions also says it helped with her concerts at the Jingle Ball amid her release of Pink Friday 2 that December. Although Minaj’s team approved logistical budgets for the shows, including audio, lighting, and on-site management, the company said it never received the back payment for the expenses.

24/7 Productions claims it fronted the costs to put the shows on, paying more than $275,000. It expected Minaj to pay following the event, especially as the Trump supporter reportedly made $650,000 from her Jingle Ball gigs.

Before taking the matter to court, 24/7 Productions reportedly tried to reason with Minaj’s team about settling the balance only to receive vague answers from her management.

This not the first time Minaj has dealt with legal drama surrounding her finances. In January, she settled a debt for over half a million dollars to keep her $20 million mansion in Los Angeles. She paid off the debt before a California judge ordered a forced sale of the property to cover the sum.

24/7 Productions is suing the rapper for breach of contract, and seeks to recover the money plus damages.