Black Enterprise

05/28/2026

A new Harvard Kennedy School course, “American Requiem: Beyoncé, Benefits and the Gap Between Promise and Delivery,” uses to explore how public policy and safety-net programs often fail marginalized communities.

From Black erasure in country music to inequities in Medicaid and SNAP, the class examines how Beyoncé’s work shapes conversations around race, representation, and systemic inequality.

https://www.blackenterprise.com/new-harvard-course-beyonce-cowboy-carter-to-public-policy/

05/28/2026

Ralph Long IV, a graduating senior at Benjamin E. Mays High School, will attend Georgia Tech this fall after earning top academic honors

An Atlanta high school senior is preparing to continue a family legacy more than six decades in the making at Georgia Institute of Technology.

05/28/2026

Jamaica’s tourism relevance is amplified by the broader Caribbean market, where travel is a major economic force.

Tourism is far more than a leisure industry in Jamaica; it is the economic heartbeat of the island nation.

05/27/2026

The course is titled "American Requiem: Beyoncé, Benefits and the Gap Between Promise and Delivery"

A new course at Harvard Kennedy School is using Beyoncé and Cowboy Carter as a lens to examine gaps in America's public policy system.

05/27/2026

The warning gained renewed attention after reports surfaced that scammers could extract biometric data from photos taken within five feet

AI tools are raising new concerns after cybersecurity experts warned that fingerprints may be recoverable from high-resolution selfies.

05/27/2026

As Black Enterprise continues its journey toward the 10th anniversary of the XCEL Summit for Men, we take a moment to hear an important message from CEO Earl “Butch” Graves, Jr.,...

It’s extraordinary times for the Black community, but Butch Graves challenges everyone in attendance at the XCEL Summit for Men to be part of the solution.

05/27/2026

Could perimenopause be the reason you’re not performing like you used to at work? Absolutely, says pharmacist Dr. Brandy Williams—the first and only Black woman to own a sterile compounding...

Dr. Brandy Williams, the first Black woman to own a sterile compounding pharmacy in Texas, shares what we need to know about perimenopause.

05/27/2026

When courts shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Derrick Morgan Jr. suddenly found himself facing a major professional slowdown.

He splits his time between Dallas and Mexico City, where he now spends most of the year. He runs a trademark business.

05/27/2026

Atlanta-area Waffle House workers are demanding change. Employees and labor advocates recently rallied downtown calling for higher wages, safer overnight shifts, and an end to paycheck deductions for employee meals.

Workers say ongoing concerns over harassment, inconsistent tipping, and unsafe working conditions continue to impact low-wage staff across the restaurant chain.

https://www.blackenterprise.com/atlanta-waffle-house-workers-rally-for-higher-pay-safer-shifts/

05/27/2026

Morton admitted that he sometimes judges the food at family reunions, noting that his critiques once upset his mother and other relatives during Christmas.

Mr. ChimeTime attributes his success to being relatable and honest, even when his opinions are unpopular and garner backlash.

05/27/2026

By Markice Moore Every actor knows what it feels like to chase the next call. A booking can change the temperature around your name. A strong credit can get you...

Set life teaches discipline: call times, rewrites, marks, continuity, etiquette, stamina, and the ability to deliver under pressure