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Explore international business news and insights into the ever-evolving landscape of Black business news, featuring success stories, economic developments, and innovations within the Black community. Whether you’re looking for emerging opportunities, key industry updates or features on business leaders, our business section keeps you connected and ahead of the curve.
Kevin Durant set to open his first restaurant in Austin, Texas
NBA superstar Kevin Durant, a player for the Houston Rockets, is making a significant move to solidify his deep connection with Austin, Texas, a city that holds a special place in his heart from his collegiate days. The former Texas Longhorn, whose incredible 2006-07 season saw him average 26 points and 11 rebounds, is now…
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sells his Black private jet 6 months after federal convictions
Six months after his federal conviction on two prostitution-related charges, the disgraced...
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Dwayne Johnson’s energy drink company will pay $3 million to settle claims it deceived US customers
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s energy drink company, ZOA Energy, has settled...
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Elon Musk’s Grok limits deepfake images for free users, but critics remain unconvinced
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok has tightened access to its image generation and editing...
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Atlanta couple build crystal bowl app after devastating year of grief to help others pause
The year 2025 was emotionally draining for Joel and Jessica Myers, marked by the profound grief of losing Jessica’s mother, Joel’s brother, and his grandfather. Yet, amidst the hardship...
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Meet the mompreneur who reopened the only Black-owned children’s bookstore despite death threats
Children’s book author and mother of two, Victoria Scott-Miller, decided to proactively address the pressing need for Black children’s books for young people. Her decision comes amid recent...
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New Jersey: Ice-T’s marijuana dispensary shuts down less than a year after opening
The Medicine Woman, a Jersey City dispensary co-owned by rapper and actor Ice-T (real name is Tracy Lauren Marrow), has ceased operations less than a year after opening. An employee of the establishment...
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Diddy’s rep responds to report of him not paying his employees while incarcerated
A representative for Sean “Diddy” Combs has responded to a report claiming that some of the embattled music executive and multi-millionaire’s employees are upset because he is not paying...
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Elon Musk’s Grok sparks global outcry over AI-generated sexual content
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok is under intense international scrutiny after it began producing sexualized images of women and children without consent. Governments, regulators, and lawmakers from multiple...
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How this UH senior plans to use his NIL earnings to ‘set myself up for later’ with real estate investment
University of Houston senior forward Ramon Walker Jr. is taking a different approach with his Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal—invest in real estate. Walker hopes his next stage will involve...
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Megan Thee Stallion opens her first Popeyes franchise in Miami, adds to her growing businesses
Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion has started a new business by opening her first Popeyes restaurant. This turns her popular work with the fast-food company into a real business location. The new...
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How Jasmine Oliver’s sugar cravings transformed her into a successful tea entrepreneur
Jasmine Oliver founded Tea Please, a Black-owned brand born from a personal desire to enjoy dessert-inspired flavors while prioritizing health and mindfulness. Oliver’s brand is redefining indulgence—one...
