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(ThyBlackMan.com) “A mind is a terrible thing to waste.” I’d hear this in a few commercials from the Ad Council in the early 1990s. If you don’t know who they are it is an ad company that releases ads intended to deal with issues in society at the time. Over the years and as more became known of them, their efforts have been viewed less favorably with time. Now, if […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) During the recent presidential debate, Republican nominee Donald Trump reached a new low with his divisive rhetoric. During one of his many off-topic rants, Trump doubled down on an absurd claim being spread on social media and embraced by GOP officials such as Texas U.S. Senator Ted Cruz and Trump’s vice-presidential running mate, Ohio U.S. Senator JD Vance. Trump claimed that in Springfield, Ohio, immigrants from Haiti, which he had […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In a bombshell revelation that has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, legendary R&B singer Al B. Sure has come forward with explosive claims about the tragic death of his ex-girlfriend and mother of his son, Kim Porter. For years, questions have loomed over the sudden and mysterious passing of Kim Porter, but Al B. Sure is now pointing a direct finger at none other than music mogul Sean […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Get ready to dive deep into the latest shocking developments coming out of Memphis, Tennessee. The murder trial of rapper Young Dolph, born Adolph Robert Thornton Jr., has everyone talking—and for good reason. It’s not just about the tragic death of a beloved Memphis icon, but the jaw-dropping allegations that have surfaced, including accusations that Yo Gotti’s brother, Big Jook, allegedly orchestrated a $100k hit on Dolph. As the […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Recent back-to-back financial enforcement actions taken by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) underscore why the nation’s sole agency dedicated to consumer financial fairness retains broad and strong voter support. On September 11, TD Bank, the nation’s 10th largest commercial bank with 1,200 branches and 2,600 ATMs in 15 states and the District of Columbia was ordered for the second time by CFPB to pay restitution to thousands of consumers for illegally tarnishing credit reports […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Last week, some of us took the time to remember that it was the 237th anniversary of our US Constitution, 17 September 1787. Sadly, I do not think most of this country or this republic was aware of this. The week prior, we had a presidential debate in the National Constitution Center, and no mention was made of the constitution. We heard about folks eating pets and boring rallies. […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The Diddy scandal is once again shaking up the entertainment industry, but what’s most striking about the latest developments is the overwhelming silence from most celebrities. One voice that refuses to stay quiet is the always outspoken Katt Williams, who has long been known for not holding back when it comes to exposing the darker sides of Hollywood. Williams, never one to sugarcoat or avoid controversy, recently made waves […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The R&B legend Usher Raymond has been trending on social media for reasons that had nothing to do with his music, dancing, or upcoming performances. Instead, fans and gossip blogs alike were buzzing about his now-infamous social media debacle on X (formerly known as Twitter). On Sunday, September 22nd, Usher’s X account appeared to be wiped clean of all its previous content, which sent social media into a frenzy. […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) We all know that when celebrities talk, people listen. Whether it’s about their latest projects, personal lives, or their take on political matters, their voices carry significant weight. That’s precisely why it’s so important for public figures to be careful when speaking on sensitive topics, especially in the political arena. Janet Jackson, a beloved music icon with decades of influence, recently learned this the hard way after making misinformed […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) What kind of spiritual growth have you experienced during the past year? I strongly believe we should ask ourselves that question. If we are serious about growing spiritually, we must at times measure our progress. That’s the only way we will know where we are in our quest to reach spiritual maturity. Of course, I am assuming that you have that for a goal. It is a fact that […]