Mark McCray

1 week ago | x1023.com | Mark McCray

Michelle Obama faced speculation about her absence from President Trump’s inauguration, with rumors of a divorce circulating. In a recent podcast episode, she explained that her decision not to attend was a personal one, despite pressure to do so. Mrs. Obama revealed that she deliberately avoided preparing a dress for the event to resist the temptation to conform to expectations. She emphasized the importance of prioritizing her own well-being over external perceptions.

1 week ago | x1023.com | Mark McCray

The Trump administration is considering a proposal to provide American mothers with a $5,000 cash payment after giving birth in an effort to address declining birth rates. Other policy suggestions include reserving scholarships for married applicants or those with children and government-backed reproductive health education. While the idea of a baby bonus is generating buzz, no official plan has been advanced, and Congressional approval would be required.

2 weeks ago | x1023.com | Mark McCray

Culture Report | Featured | Mark McCrazy SZA Has a New Beauty Line SZA has announced the launch of her first-ever beauty line, Not Beauty, as part of her entrepreneurial endeavors. The brand’s first product is a lip gloss available in three shades, which will be previewed during her Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar. SZA aims to embrace irony with the brand and is excited to share her beauty range with fans during her tour.

2 weeks ago | x1023.com | Mark McCray

Kendrick Lamar and SZA released a music video for their hit collaboration “Luther,” directed by Karena Evans, featuring stunning visuals of the duo performing the song and engaging in romantic scenes. The song has been No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for seven weeks, following their Super Bowl halftime show performance. “Luther” is the second No. 1 hit single from GNX, with the video coinciding with their upcoming Grand National stadium tour starting on April 19.

2 weeks ago | x1023.com | Mark McCray

Chris Brown and Karruche Tran were spotted sharing a laugh at Coachella, years after Tran was granted a restraining order against him. The two were seen talking and laughing at the music festival, marking a reunion nearly a decade after the restraining order was issued. Despite the past legal issues, Tran and Brown interacted at the event, with Brown notably calling out Quavo for hanging out with Tran in the past.