BET Current: The Power of the Black Dollar: Can We Boycott Like Our Ancestors Did?

03/13/2025

Black America holds $1.7 trillion in spending power, but real change takes more than outrage—it takes sacrifice. Are we ready to make corporations feel it?

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BET Current: 10 Iconic Roy Ayers Samples That Defined Hip-Hop and R&B

A Tribe Called Quest, Mary J. Blige, and Tyler, The Creator are just a few artists who turned Ayers’ music into timeless hits.
03/07/2025
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BET Current - Kevin Hart Brings His Life Story and the Black Community’s Reality to ‘Lil Kev’

The actor, along with Wanda Sykes, recently spoke about their new BET+ animated series.
03/11/2025
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BET Current: ‘Mickey 17’ Star Naomi Ackie Reflects On Body Image And Her Greatest Fear

The actress' new film, ‘Mickey 17,’ premiered in theaters Friday, March 7th.
03/11/2025
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BET Current: Meghan Markle’s ‘With Love, Meghan’ Gets the Green Light for Season 2

The Duchess of Sussex’s Netflix lifestyle series will return this fall with more cooking, home projects, and star-studded guest appearances.
03/12/2025
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BET Current: Rihanna Shares Throwback Pictures of Sons, Calls Birth the ‘Most Powerful Thing’ She’s Done

The artist and entrepreneur celebrated the birth of her “little miracles” RZA and Riot Rose for International Women’s Day.
03/12/2025
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BET Current: Cleveland Bus Driver Honored for Rescuing 15 Students from Fiery Bus

Dorian Pace received recognition for his life-saving actions.
03/12/2025
01:11

BET Current: Doechii Joins Ms. Lauryn Hill for Epic ‘Doo Wop (That Thing)’ Duet

The TDE rapper called it “the greatest honor hip-hop could give me.”
03/12/2025
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BET Current: Maryland Hairstylist Charged with Assault After Viral Video Shows Her Dragging Teen Client

The alleged dispute stemmed from a $150 hair appointment.
03/12/2025
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BET Current: Anika Noni Rose Speaks Out After Disney Scraps ‘Tiana’ Series

The original voice of Princess Tiana urged fans to rally behind the upcoming ‘Tiana’ special.
03/13/2025
01:17

BET Current: Lauryn Hill Delivers Tearful Tribute to Roberta Flack at Memorial Service

The Grammy-winning singer honored Flack’s impact with a powerful rendition of “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face.”
03/13/2025
01:35

BET Current: The Power of the Black Dollar: Can We Boycott Like Our Ancestors Did?

Black America holds $1.7 trillion in spending power, but real change takes more than outrage—it takes sacrifice. Are we ready to make corporations feel it?
03/13/2025
01:19

BET Current: From The Rock to Bianca Belair: The 15 Greatest Black Wrestlers Ever

These wrestlers continue to break barriers and backs.
03/13/2025
01:27

BET Current: Southern University Hazing Investigation Leads to Second Arrest

25-year-old Kyle Thurman was taken into custody just one week after Caleb Wilson died.
03/14/2025
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BET Current: Wendy Williams Says She Scored 10/10 on Competency Exam

As investigations into her guardianship continue, Williams is scheduled to speak out on ‘The View’ amid growing concerns about her health and personal freedom.
03/14/2025
01:27

BET Current: Trump Strips Security Clearances from Alvin Bragg, Letitia James and Others

Trump has intentionally targeted those who’ve taken legal action against him.
03/14/2025
01:30

BET Current: Doechii, Tyla, GloRilla & More Lead Billboard Women In Music 2025 Honorees

These hip-hop and R&B powerhouses are making waves. Here’s why Billboard is honoring them.
03/14/2025
01:18

BET Current: Michelle Obama Reveals Biggest Pet Peeve About Husband Barack Obama

Let's just say the former president may need to work on his timing.
03/14/2025
01:23

BET Current: George Clinton Files $100M Lawsuit In Fight For Ownership Of His Music Rights

The funk artist wants to create generational wealth.
03/14/2025
01:08

BET Current: Busta Rhymes Wants Lil Kim To Make Musical Comeback

The rapper wants the Queen Bee to reclaim her rap throne.
03/14/2025
01:27

BET Current: 10 Must-Read Books by Black Women Authors

Your bookshelf should contain reads by Charmaine Wilkerson, Dawnie Walton, Michelle Obama, and Oyinkan Braithwaite.
03/14/2025
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