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by Sidnee Michelle

May 23, 2026

‘The Breakfast Club’ Added To Netflix Live Streaming Lineup

The agreement builds on a video podcast partnership announced between Netflix and iHeartMedia in late 2025.

Netflix is adding to its live programming with the launch of ‘The Breakfast Club,’ streaming on Netflix starting June 1. This marks the platform’s first daily live series, according to Deadline. The addition strengthens Netflix’s partnership with iHeartMedia and shows its increasing focus on live and video podcast content.

Charlamagne tha God, DJ Envy, and Jess Hilarious will host the weekday show. It will air on the New York radio station Power 105.1 and stream on Netflix for nearly three hours each day. Netflix subscribers will also get exclusive behind-the-scenes clips, extended interviews, and bonus segments not available in the radio broadcast.

“The media landscape will always evolve, but one thing consistently cuts through: live programming. That’s a big reason ‘The Breakfast Club’ has sustained its reign for so long. We’re building something powerful—real‑time conversation, real community, on a global scale,” Charlamagne tha God said in a statement.

This announcement comes as streaming companies are investing more in affordable, recurring live programming to boost daily viewer engagement. According to Reuters, the agreement builds on a video podcast partnership announced between Netflix and iHeartMedia in late 2025.

“It’s a big step forward in how we bring culturally defining audio-first franchises to life for ⁠Netflix audiences around the world, and we’re excited to deepen our partnership with iHeartMedia,” Lauren Smith, Netflix’s vice president of content licensing and programming strategy, shared.

Since its launch in 2010, ‘The Breakfast Club’ has become one of the most important shows in hip-hop and Black popular culture, known for its open celebrity interviews and politically charged discussions. Notable guests have included former Presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden, former Vice President Kamala Harris, and artists like Kendrick Lamar and Alicia Keys.

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This deal also shows Netflix’s increasing commitment to unscripted and live entertainment as it competes with platforms like YouTube for video podcast viewers.

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by Sidnee Michelle

May 23, 2026

Chick-Fil-A Franchise Hit With Religious Discrimination Lawsuit

The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Austin, Texas, accuses Hatch Trick Inc. of violating Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

Texas operator of several Chick-fil-A restaurants is facing a federal lawsuit after allegedly firing an employee who requested Saturdays off to observe her religious Sabbath, according to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Austin, Texas, accuses Hatch Trick Inc. of violating Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 by failing to reasonably accommodate the religious beliefs of employee Laurel Torode, a member of the United Church of God. The denomination observes the Sabbath from Friday sunset through Saturday sunset.

According to the EEOC, Torode disclosed her religious scheduling needs during her 2023 interview for a management position at one of the company’s Austin-area restaurants. The agency said Hatch Trick initially honored the arrangement before later requiring her to work Saturdays.

The EEOC reports that Torode allegedly proposed alternative scheduling solutions that would have allowed her to continue working as a manager while maintaining her religious observance. Instead, the company allegedly offered her a lower-paying delivery driver role with reduced benefits and fewer hours. When she declined the reassignment, she was terminated, according to the complaint.

The case has drawn national attention because Chick-fil-A has long marketed itself around Christian values and famously closes its restaurants on Sundays. The company told Fox Business that employment decisions are handled independently by franchise operators.

The EEOC said the lawsuit follows unsuccessful efforts to settle the dispute through mediation. Acting EEOC Dallas Regional Attorney Ronald L. Phillips said federal law protects workers seeking reasonable religious accommodations unless employers can demonstrate an undue hardship on business operations.

“The duty under federal law to provide reasonable accommodation of religion reflects an acknowledgment by our society of the importance of faith in workers’ everyday lives and an abiding respect for those who observe religious practices as an expression of that faith,” he said.

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by Sidnee Michelle

May 22, 2026

New Federal Aid Program Expands Pell Grants Beyond Traditional Degrees

Labor shortages are affecting industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and skilled trades.

The U.S. Department of Education is ramping up to launch a new federal aid program aimed at helping Americans enter high-demand careers. Labor shortages are affecting industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and skilled trades, and the goal of this round of Pell Grants is to aid these shortages.

Starting July 1, eligible students can use Workforce Pell Grants to enroll in short-term job training programs that take as little as eight weeks to complete. The Education Department says this initiative expands traditional Pell Grant funding to include training programs that lead directly to jobs.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon stated that this program aims to address growing workforce gaps while easing the financial strain of higher education.

“You can stack these credentials in electrical work, HVAC, carpentry – a lot of the skills and workforce that we need because we are desperately in need of this workforce development,” McMahon said to Fox Business.

Under the new rules, colleges and training providers must prove their programs lead to measurable earnings for graduates. Schools will also need to keep tuition and fees in line with what graduates are likely to earn, helping to avoid excessive student debt, according to the department.

The federal Pell Grant program has traditionally assisted low-income undergraduate students seeking standard college degrees. Workforce Pell represents one of the biggest expansions of the program in decades by allowing federal aid for shorter-term training aimed at immediate jobs.

This initiative comes as employers and policymakers continue to express concerns about labor shortages in technical and medical sectors. Recent discussions about federal student loan limits have also sparked wider conversations about how the country prepares workers for vital industries.

Federal officials believe the program could offer a quicker, cheaper path to stable careers for Americans who may not want or cannot afford a four-year degree. Workforce Pell regulations are set to be officially published in the Federal Register this week.

by Selena Hill

May 22, 2026

Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos Says Bottom 50% Should Not Pay Income Taxes

The billionaire entrepreneur says eliminating federal taxes on lower-income Americans could spark innovation and create more opportunities for future business leaders.

Amazon Founder and Executive Chairman Jeff Bezos is calling for a dramatic overhaul of the federal tax system, arguing that the bottom half of American workers should pay no federal income tax — at all.

Bezos, who ranks as the fourth-richest person in the world with an estimated net worth of $267.3 billion, said Americans with lower incomes would benefit more from a complete tax elimination rather than modest reductions during an interview on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.” He noted that the top 1% of taxpayers pay about 40% of all tax revenue, while the bottom 50% account for just 3%.

“I don’t think it should be 3%. I think it should be zero,” he argued. “I don’t want to reduce it, I want to eliminate it,” he continued. “I think there’s something very powerful about zero. Zero is a better number than $1.”

The Blue Origin founder argued that income tax paid by lower earners is “a small amount of money for the government,” using a New York City healthcare worker who earns $75,000 a year as an example.

“You have a bunch of people in this country who are doing really well, but you have a bunch of people in this country who are struggling,” he said. “Some people talk about making the tax system more progressive. How about we start by having the nurse in Queens not pay taxes?”

Bezos said removing the tax burden could help struggling Americans pursue entrepreneurship and wealth-building opportunities.

“The government can give people who are struggling today a better chance at entrepreneurial success by eliminating their tax bill,” he said, adding that some could become “the next Steve Jobs.”

Bezos, however, stopped short when asked if he supports raising taxes on billionaires like himself.

“You could double the taxes I pay, and it’s not gonna help that teacher in Queens. I promise you,” Bezos said in an interview on CNBC earlier Wednesday.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani fired back on X, saying, “I know a few teachers in Queens who would beg to differ.”

I know a few teachers in Queens who would beg to differ. https://t.co/JEnRnM2xII
— Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@NYCMayor) May 20, 2026

According to the Tax Foundation, a nonpartisan tax think tank, Americans earning less than roughly $53,801 annually paid an average federal income tax rate of 3.7% in 2023 and accounted for about 3% of total federal income taxes. By comparison, the top 1% paid an average tax rate of 26.3% and contributed approximately 40% of all federal income taxes. However, a 2024 report by the Yale University Budget Lab found that high earners often use tax loopholes to reduce their IRS bills, and, therefore, end up paying a rate that is “far less” than what’s legally required. For example, some in the top 1% pay an effective tax rate of 3%, while others pay as much as 45%, according to the Budget Lab’s analysis, reports CNBC.

Bezos’ comments arrive amid growing national debates over wealth inequality and tax reform. Several Democratic lawmakers have proposed new taxes targeting wealthy Americans. Sen. Elizabeth Warren recently introduced the Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act of 2026, proposing annual taxes on households with net worth exceeding $50 million and additional taxes on billionaires. Meanwhile, Sen. Cory Booker has proposed the Keep Your Pay Act, which would eliminate taxes on the first $75,000 of income for households filing jointly, and provide proportional tax relief for single filers and heads of household.

Additionally, advocates in California placed a billionaire tax proposal on the November ballot, which would impose a one-time 5% tax on residents with net worths exceeding $1 billion. This has caused fears of a mass exodus of wealth from the state, with several billionaires moving to locales with friendlier tax statutes.

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by Sidnee Michelle

May 22, 2026

Florida Teacher Removed From School After Classroom Racism Is Caught On Camera

The alleged incident took place May 18 at Barrington Middle School in Hillsborough County, Florida.

A Florida teacher was removed from the classroom and later fired after a video reportedly showed a Black baby doll hanging by a cord inside a middle school classroom. This sparked outrage among parents and community members who called the display racist and harmful to students.

The alleged incident took place May 18 at Barrington Middle School in Hillsborough County, Florida, according to People. Students stated that the teacher, identified as Karen Savage, allegedly suspended the doll by its neck from a television using a black cord during class. A student’s video of the incident quickly spread online.

Parents and students noted that several children immediately objected to the display, with some reportedly telling the teacher it resembled a lynching. One student, Noah Carter, told local reporters that he recorded the scene to have proof of what happened. His mother later shared the footage on social media, describing the act as “hate and trauma being weaponized” in front of children.

“This emotionally affected all the children in that classroom,” Carter’s mother said. “My son’s friends of different cultures and races were all deeply offended and disturbed by this racist act.”

Officials with Hillsborough County Public Schools confirmed the Florida teacher was initially removed from campus while the district investigated the incident. Superintendent Van Ayres publicly condemned the display, calling it “unacceptable.”

“As soon as school administrators were made aware, they took immediate action and referred the matter to the district’s Office of Professional Standards,” Ayres said in a statement. “The staff member involved has been removed from the school.”

This teacher should be immediately fired. Today at Barrington Middle School (Hillsborough
County Public School System) Florida, This art teacher Mrs. KAREN SAVAGE took the time to wrap a charger cord around a Black baby doll’s neck and hang it directly over the classroom… pic.twitter.com/YK6PKYPyH6
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The controversy has reopened discussions about racial sensitivity and classroom behavior in schools, especially due to the historical link between lynching imagery and violence against Black individuals in the United States.

The district noted that the case has also been referred to Florida education officials for a potential review of the teacher’s certification status.

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by Sidnee Michelle

May 22, 2026

Morgan State University Nursing Program Tops Maryland Rankings With Perfect Pass Rate

The Baltimore-based institution reported a first-time 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses

The Morgan State University nursing program has been named Maryland’s top nursing program for the 2025-2026 academic year. This comes after a time of strong student performance and successful licensure, according to the university’s website.

The Baltimore-based institution reported a first-time 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) among its 2025 Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduates. This achievement helped secure its position as the state’s highest-performing program. The results were confirmed by the Maryland Board of Nursing and through program-level outcomes compiled for this academic cycle.

University officials believe this achievement reflects years of curriculum redesign, expanded clinical training partnerships, and increased funding for simulation-based learning. The program also stands out nationally, as only a small number of nursing schools have reported perfect licensure pass rates in the latest reporting period.

“This achievement affirms the strength, discipline, and intentionality of a program that has steadily built toward this level of excellence,” said Kim Dobson Sydnor, Ph.D., the university’s Dean of the School of Community Health and Policy.

This ranking comes during a national nursing shortage driven by an aging population, workforce attrition, and growing healthcare demand. Morgan State’s performance is especially significant given Maryland’s healthcare workforce needs, with hospitals reporting significant staffing gaps and increasingly relying on new graduates to fill critical roles.

University officials say their goal moving forward is to ensure sustainability, not just focus on one milestone year.

“This moment represents both validation and responsibility. Our faculty and students have worked with focus and purpose to reach this level of performance, but we view it as a foundation—not a finish line. The goal is not only to sustain this success, but to build upon it in ways that further elevate our graduates and the profession,” said Maija Anderson, DNP, APRN, chair of the Department of Nursing at Morgan State.

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by Sidnee Michelle

May 21, 2026

From ’LINDEN’ Blvd To Los Angeles, This Black-Owned Restaurant’s Priority Is Cuisine And Culture

Since opening in 2024, the restaurant has become a gathering space for Black Angelenos seeking elevated dining rooted in community and culture.

In a city where Black-owned fine dining spaces are limited, LINDEN has quickly emerged as one of Hollywood’s most culturally distinct culinary destinations, blending Caribbean flavors, New York influences, and Black storytelling into a restaurant experience that resonates far beyond the plate.

Located on Sunset Boulevard, LINDEN was founded by MTV personality Sterling “Steelo” Brim, entrepreneur and creative director Alahna Jade, and hospitality partners Vincent Bryant and Scott Williams. Since opening in 2024, the restaurant has become a gathering space for Black Angelenos seeking elevated dining rooted in community and culture.

“Being one of the few Black-owned restaurants in Hollywood comes with a lot of pride and responsibility,” Jade told BLACK ENTERPRISE. “We’ve always wanted LINDEN to feel bigger than just a restaurant; it’s a reflection of culture, community, and the people who inspire us.”

Jade continued: “Culture isn’t a trend or aesthetic for us; it’s the foundation of the space. LINDEN was built to create a place where our community feels seen, celebrated, and genuinely connected. Representation matters, but creating something with substance and longevity matters even more.”

The restaurant draws inspiration from Linden Boulevard in New York, a culturally rich corridor that stretches through Brooklyn and Queens, known for its Caribbean and Black diasporic communities. That multicultural influence is reflected throughout the menu curated by chef Jonathan Harris, whose dishes fuse Caribbean, Southern, Jewish, and African American culinary traditions.

Signature menu items such as wagyu oxtail pie and the curry corn ribs showcase the restaurant’s commitment to reimagining comfort food through a diasporic lens. Food critics and diners alike have praised LINDEN for balancing upscale presentation with flavors deeply tied to Black and Caribbean heritage.

LINDEN’s impact extends beyond cuisine. The restaurant’s décor, featuring vintage photographs, moody lighting, and music rooted in R&B and hip-hop, intentionally centers Black identity in a part of Los Angeles where Black-owned establishments remain underrepresented. According to a 2023 report from the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation, Black-owned businesses account for only a small percentage of employer businesses across Los Angeles County, underscoring the significance of spaces like LINDEN.

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As Hollywood continues evolving, LINDEN is proving that Black-owned restaurants can thrive by leading with authenticity, culture, and community-centered hospitality.

“Culture isn’t something you can fake. I think the community and cultural wealth you find at LINDEN is so unique and nuanced that only those from our community truly understand what we’ve created. As ‘For Us By Us’ as you can get,” Brim concluded.

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by Sidnee Michelle

May 21, 2026

This Startup Is Using AI To Keep Oral History Alive

A college student's personal loss has turned into a growing technology platform that helps families and communities preserve oral histories and generational stories before they disappear.

A college student’s personal loss has turned into a growing technology platform that helps families and communities preserve oral histories and generational stories before they disappear. Josiah Faison, a Maryland native and former finance student at Rochester Institute of Technology, started the cultural preservation company Oria after his grandmother passed away during the COVID-19 pandemic.

According to Afrotech, this experience led Faison to rethink his career and create technology focused on archiving personal stories and family histories.

Faison said the idea came to him while he was looking for ways to document his grandmother’s life experiences after she was diagnosed with terminal cancer. The pandemic’s travel restrictions kept him from returning home before her death, which made him feel as if important family memories and generational knowledge had been lost.

This idea eventually became Oria, a platform that lets users collect and organize oral histories through video, audio, and written submissions. The startup officially launched its mobile app in 2024 and a web-based platform in 2025, according to Afrotech.

While taking part in the Simone Center Student Accelerator Program at RIT, Faison received $10,000 in seed funding to help grow the company. He also spoke with hundreds of people to see if other families faced similar difficulties in preserving memories of their loved ones.

Oria’s platform is designed for families, nonprofits, and institutions that want to archive personal narratives and community histories. The company claims its software can create digital oral history campaigns in minutes and uses artificial intelligence tools to transcribe interviews, organize themes, and find connections between stories.

The startup joins a growing group of tech companies dedicated to digital memory preservation and legacy storytelling, including platforms like Kinnect and HereAfter AI, which also use audio and digital archives to document family histories.

According to Afrotech, Oria is now used in over 40 countries and has received further financial support from angel investors and startup initiatives backed by JPMorgan Chase.

Kyrie Irving, SpongeBob x Nike Kyrie 5 — (Photo: Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

by Edwian Stokes

May 21, 2026

Is Kyrie Irving’s SpongeBob x Nikes Signature Sneaker A Future Goldmine?

The NBA baller is banking on his signature sneaker to significantly appreciate

Kyrie Irving, a 9-time NBA All-Star and a current guard for the Dallas Mavericks, is banking on a Nike 2019 signature sneaker to appreciate significantly in resale value over the next two decades. Irving equated his SpongeBob x Nike Kyrie 5 basketball sneakers to a “Sotheby’s art piece” in a recent interview with Nice Kicks, an online sneaker company focused on providing news and sneaker history to sneaker enthusiasts.

In the interview, Irving, 34, said he “prayed” owners of the limited-edition sneakers kept them out of harm’s way.

“I pray that you have those SpongeBob kept up somewhere safe… I’m telling you right now, those shoes will be worth something in the next 10-20 years.”

Irving’s cultural currency as a highly visible member of the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2011-2017 is partially responsible for the nostalgia of the 2019 sneaker release, Irving’s fifth signature Nike sneaker. During Irving’s time in Cleveland, the Cavaliers regularly appeared in the NBA finals, including three times in 2015, 2016, their lone championship year, and 2017. The Nike brand signed Irving in 2011, and his first-ever signature shoe, the Nike Kyrie 1, was released on Dec. 23, 2014, according to BallerShoesdb, an NBA shoe database. According to a 2023 report from Yahoo!, Irving’s signature Nike sneaker line became highly profitable.

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Irving, talking to fans, mentions his SpongeBob sneaker could have future value.

Stock X, an online marketplace for exclusive sneakers, currently has each 2019 sneaker colorway listed at an average resale price teetering toward $400. If Irving’s earlier remarks are to become prescient, sneaker collectors will certainly only drive the price north. Stock X released its “State of the Market” report in 2019, which stated that the secondary sneaker market was $6 billion.

Grand View Research, a business consulting firm, released a Sneakers Market report in 2023. Using historical data from 2018 to 2022 to project the sneaker market size from 2024 to 2030. The report states that by 2030, the projected sneaker market size will reach $128.34 billion, up from $92.19 billion in 2023.

Though the sneakerhead era has been highly profitable, NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe spoke to The Business of Fashion, a global media company covering news, analysis, and advice on fashion, which raised the alarm about resellers unable to sell expensive sneakers. It’s worth a listen. Irving thinks the totality of what goes into making a signature sneaker is where the value is derived, telling Nice Kicks, “…it’s not just the product itself. It’s because of who’s behind the design, the teamwork, and the moment.”

Irving’s annual endorsement deal with Nike, which ended in 2022, was believed to be north of $11 million, according to multiple reports.

In 2019, Irving’s Nike collaboration with Nickelodeon began while Irving was a member of the Boston Celtics. Irving’s time with the Celtics would soon come to an end. On July 7, Irving, a free agent, would sign with the Brooklyn Nets. Irving’s contract was for four years and $142 million. On Aug. 10, a few months later, the official SpongeBob x Nike line, including colorways inspired by the children’s cartoon characters SpongeBob, Patrick Star, Mr. Krabs, Sandy Cheeks, and Squidward, would be released.

In July of 2023, Irving signed a sneaker deal with the Chinese sportswear brand ANTA for five years, according to a recently published article on Sports Illustrated’s Kicks On SI. Irving released his latest sneaker and third signature basketball sneaker with ANTA, the KAI3, in January of 2026. The fanfare around the release of the sneaker speaks to Irving’s continued popularity off the court.

On the court, NBA fans and, assuredly, Irving enthusiasts might note that Irving hasn’t played a game in the NBA since March 3, 2025. Irving is recovering from a tear in his left anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL. In fact, NBA fans and sneaker buffs will no doubt remember last January when Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry debuted Irving’s new signature sneakers, a touching gesture in a road game against the Dallas Mavericks.

layoffs, Byron Allen, Allen Media Group — Byron Allen, chairman and chief executive officer of Allen Media Group, on Oct. 12, 2023. (Photo by Kyle Grillot/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

by Selena Hill

May 21, 2026

Byron Allen Reveals Plans For A Hostile Takeover Of STARZ On ‘The Breakfast Club’

The media mogul spoke about Black wealth, ownership, and economic power

Media mogul Byron Allen talked about his recent media acquisitions, his pursuit to control STARZ Entertainment, and the fight for Black economic power during his latest appearance on The Breakfast Club.

Allen, founder and chairman of Allen Media Group, opened up about his company’s expansion, including its recent acquisition of BuzzFeed and HuffPost. He described the acquisitions as strategic moves designed to ensure Black-owned companies maintain influence in an increasingly consolidated media landscape.

Allen also addressed his plan to take over STARZ after recently acquiring a nearly 11% stake in the company for $25 million.

“We bought just under 11% — 10.7%. I like STARZ,” said Allen during the interview. “STARZ says that they’re going after the underserved. That’s code for Black,” he continued. “If you’re chasing us, we should own it.”

The comedian explained that STARZ has since adopted a “poison pill” shareholder rights plan to prevent him from acquiring more than 17.5% of the stock without board approval.

“We ended up being the second largest stockholder instantly, and now we have a seat at the table. And so, I’ve made it very clear I plan to buy the whole company. I want to control that company,” said the billionaire entrepreneur.

“My first preference would be to keep it public and to take 52% of it and just control it. But they immediately adopted a poison pill, and they said, ‘Hold up! We do not want you to own this company or control this company.’ So, they took a poison pill to stop me.”

Watch a clip of Allen’s interview on The Breakfast Club below.

Regardless of the opposition, Allen says he remains steadfast and optimistic.

“That won’t stop me. You’ll just delay us, but we will eventually get what we want,” he proclaimed.

“My preference is for it to stay public and for me to control it 51% or greater. But if I have to, I’ll buy the whole company, fire everybody, fire the board — not the people working there — get rid of the board for resisting me, and then take it back public.”

Allen, whose company owns the news platform TheGrio, went on to explain why he believes Black America’s biggest fight today is for economic power. Reflecting on a conversation he had with the late Coretta Scott King about Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision for “one America,” he said economic inclusion is what she described as the “fourth and final chapter” in the pursuit of Black liberation following the end of slavery, Jim Crow, and the fight for civil rights.

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