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College Students Are Getting Arrested Because of App “Yeti Campus Stories”
In this technology forward world, thousands of new apps pop up every day. However, none are as controversial or impactful as “Yeti Campus Stories”. Known as the college version of Snapchat, Yeti has a smooth interface that doesn’t require you to create a profile....
#BlackGirlsRock Gymnastics: Simone Biles & Gabby Douglas Win Gold & Silver at World All-Around
You better believe there are no limits to the skill, ability and prowess of black girls. Allow no one to place limitations on yours. And ensure they are surrounded by positive role models of hard work and dedication to your craft like these black gymnast. This week at...
Did You Know The First Woman to Charter a Bank Was Black?
The modern black community has complained time and time again about discriminating lending practices of banks and lending institutions in this country, but who is going to do something about it? We hoped bringing light to the story, achievement and life of Maggie Lena...
Serena Williams Encourages #BlackLivesMatter: ‘Keep It Up. Don’t Let Those Trolls Stop You’
There is nothing like a strong black woman standing up for and encouraging her people. Serenea Williams is not staying quiet about the racial injustices going on in this country and using her platform to encourage those in the daily fight to continue. Not only is she...
George Lucas Gifts $10 Million To Black & Hispanic Students at USC’s Film School Amid Racist Star Wars Backlash
One thing that makes me smile is when people stand up and stick it to blatant racist. George Lucas decided to make the racist backlash over his new film into a positive for underrepresented college students in the field of film study. The trailer for “Star Wars: The...
#BlackEntrepreneursMatter: He Made $5 Million Already Inventing The Rapid Ramen Cooker
Serial Entrepreneur Chris Johnson hit it big on what may be his best and most lucrative idea yet, The Rapid Ramen Cooker. Developing an entrepreneurial spirit at a young age, Johnson began hosting teen dances in high school earning up to $4000 a night. He started a...
Scandal’s Kerry Washington Is Pissed About High School Abuse
Washington tweeted her reaction Tuesday morning using the hashtag #AssaultAtSpringValleyHigh. Heart breaking. Ridiculous. #AssaultAtSpringValleyHigh— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) October 27, 2015 "Scandal" actress Kerry Washington, an outspoken advocate for...
Did You Know This Is the 1st African American Billionaire Who Isn’t an Athlete or Entertainer?
Like it or not, money makes this world go around. Unfortunately, we haven’t seen many African Americans master the game of economics unless they were an athlete or an entertainer. However, this stigma doesn’t apply to all wealthy black people. Meet Mr. Robert Smith,...
NFL Star, Turned State Senator Harris Asks US Attorney General To Investigate Chicago Police Practices
SPRINGFIELD – Senator Napoleon Harris (D-Harvey) recently contacted the U.S. Attorney General after reports in the media raised concerns about violation of basic human and constitutional rights at Homan Square, calling for an investigation of policing practices in...
Marshawn Lynch Helps Rookie Teammate Tyler Lockett With 401K plan
Marshawn Lynch majored in social welfare at the prestigious University of California, Berkeley. He attended graduate school after leaving the school's football team following a tremendous three-year career. For all intents and purposes, Lynch is a smart and engaging...
Michelle Obama Recognizes Lebron James’ Huge Commitment To Paying Poor Kids College Tuition – We Are Family
First Lady Michelle Obama and Lebron James have teamed up once again. Instead of meeting to be recognized for winning championships or filming healthy eating ads at the White House, this time the FLOTUS and King James met onstage in the University of Akron’s massive...
NBA Rookie Surprises His Mom With A New House on Her Birthday & Hasn’t Bought One for Himself
Don’t you just love people who love, honor and cherish their mother? We definitely do here at Urban intellectuals and Rondae Hollis-Jefferson is one of those people. Rondae is an NBA rookie with the Brooklyn Nets. The 23rd pick in the NBA draft is very excited to sign...
