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yall don’t think it’s WEIRD , that CPS will potentially take your kids if you’re struggling (unable to feed them , clothe them , pay for necessary medicines , etc.) 🤔 and then once your kids are taken , they put them in a home with another family , and then give THEM money every month to take care of your kids ??
is that not a fuxked up system ?!
History made! 👏🏾
With Michael (2026) surpassing $1 billion at the global box office, Antoine Fuqua joins an exclusive club as just the third Black American film director to helm a billion-dollar film.
The list:
🎬 F. Gary Gray — The Fate of the Furious (2017) 🎬 Ryan Coogler — Black Panther (2018) 🎬 Antoine Fuqua — Michael (2026)
A remarkable achievement and another milestone in film history. 👑🎥💰
SECRETS YOUR DENTIST WOULD RATHER SELL YOU:
1. Bad Breath needs Clove Oil Rinse
2. Yellow Teeth need Baking Soda and Water Paste
3. Bleeding Gums need Salt Water Rinse
4. Tooth Sensitivity needs Clove Paste
5. Mouth Ulcers need Coconut Oil Pulling
6. Plaque Buildup needs Baking Soda Brushing
7. Dry Mouth needs Increased Water and Fennel Seeds
8. Gum Inflammation needs Turmeric Paste
9. Tartar Formation needs Orange Peel Rubbing
10. Canker Sores need Salt Water Gargle
11. Toothache needs Clove Oil Application
12. Stained Teeth need Activated Charcoal Brushing Once a Week
13. Receding Gums need Sesame Oil Pulling
14. Chapped Corners of Mouth need Ghee Application
15. Tongue Coating needs Tongue Scraping and Salt Water
16. Weak Enamel needs Cheese and Milk Intake
17. Jaw Tension needs Warm Compress
18. Wisdom Tooth Discomfort needs Cold Compress and Salt Rinse
19. Metallic Taste needs Baking Soda Rinse
20. Gum Recession needs Aloe Vera Gel Massage
21. Cracked Lips at Corners need Vitamin E Oil Dabbing
22. Chalky White Spots on Teeth need Reduced Sugar and Fluoride Toothpaste
23. Mouth Dryness at Night needs Ghee Before Bed
24. Bad Taste After Meals needs Fennel and Cardamom Chew
25. Gum Bleeding During Pregnancy needs Extra Soft Brushing and Salt Rinse
26. White Tongue needs Coconut Oil Pulling Each Morning
27. Sore Jaw From Grinding needs Warm Compress Before Sleep
28. Enamel Erosion From Acidic Foods needs Water Rinse Immediately After
29. Swollen Gums needs Clove and Turmeric Paste
30. Chronic Mouth Odor needs Mint and Fennel Seed Chew
Colin Kaepernick not only paid for the independent autopsy for Nolan Wells but also facilitated the flight of the body so it would get to DC safely. ❤️
LIFE HACKS NOBODY TAUGHT YOU BUT SHOULD HAVE:
1. Cold water stops bleeding faster than warm.
2. Yawning cools your brain — it’s not boredom, it’s survival.
3. Humming reduces anxiety faster than deep breathing.
4. Your tongue pressed to the roof of your mouth stops a sneeze.
5. Sleeping on your left side protects your heart and aids digestion.
6. Drinking water before meals reduces overeating by 30%.
7. Walking backwards improves memory and focus — science confirmed.
8. Honey never expires — it was found edible in Egyptian tombs.
9. Chewing gum while cutting onions stops the tears.
10. A dead phone can still call 911 — no service needed.
11. Sitting up straight instantly boosts your confidence level.
12. The “20-20-20 rule” saves your eyesight — look 20 feet away every 20 mins for 20 seconds.
13. Napping 10–20 mins recharges better than an hour-long sleep.
14. Cold showers after a workout cut soreness by half.
15. Writing your worries down shrinks them — proven by research.
16. Your body heals faster when you believe it will — that’s not hope, that’s neuroscience.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has officially proclaimed June 30th as Marla Gibbs Day in the city. The honor recognizes the veteran actress's 95th birthday and her legendary television career on shows like The Jeffersons and 227❤️
One of the smartest (and completely free) homeowner hacks I recommend:
Create a dedicated email address for your home.
Example:
[email protected]
From day one, send every home-related document there.
Closing documents:
– Homeowners insurance
– Survey, deed & title paperwork
– Mortgage documents
– Property tax records
– HOA documents
– Utility account information
– Appliance manuals & warranties
– Contractor estimates & invoices
Remodel receipts:
– Paint colors & flooring specs
– Landscaping plans
– Septic & well records
– Roof, HVAC & water heater warranties
– Security system information
– Smart home login details
– Permits & inspection reports
– Before-and-after renovation photos
Years from now, when you need to...
1. File an insurance claim
2. Replace a broken appliance under warranty
3. Sell your home
4. Refinance
5. Protest your property taxes
6. Remember the exact paint color in the guest room
7. Find your contractor’s invoice
8. Show permits for a remodel
9. Transfer utility information
10. Hand everything over to the next owner....
everything is in one searchable place.
No digging through old inboxes.
No searching random folders.
No wondering where that PDF disappeared to.
It’s a 2-minute setup that can save you hours of frustration over the life of your home.
Save this post... you’ll probably need it sooner than you think.
Cariol Horne stopped a fellow cop from choking a handcuffed Black man in 2006. Buffalo PD fired her for it in 2008 just one year before her pension.
She fought for 14 years. In 2021, a judge restored her pension and Buffalo passed “Cariol’s Law,” requiring officers to intervene against excessive force.
Real hero who paid the price but never gave up. Legend. 👏🏾
He went to Cal Berkeley
He works for NASA
He is a college professor
He is an active contributor in his communities
And this is in addition to being a multi-time All Star, Finals MVP and NBA Champion
He IS the smartest person in the room.
STREET ADDRESSES & THEIR MEANING
1. Court: Dead end street.
2. Crescent: Curved road with both ends connecting to the same street.
3. Boulevard: Wide street with greenery in the center and along the sides.
4. Avenue: Straight street that runs north-south or east-west.
5. Drive: A road that follows a natural feature (park, ocean, hills, or lake).
6. Alley: Narrow street between, behind, or within buildings.
7. Place: A short street.
“Smokin’” Joe Frazier is finally in his new home, just in time for the 250th birthday of the United States.
City officials, alongside Frazier’s family, friends, and fans unveiled the real-life heavyweight boxing champion’s statue at the base of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
SZA, Doechii, Queen Latifah, Common, Doja Cat, Tierra Whack, Lizzo, Rapsody, Selah (daughter of Lauryn Hill), Nas, and many other artists shared the stage to pay tribute to living legend Lauryn Hill at the 2026 BET Awards.
#BetAwards
The "Michael" movie is officially the biggest biopic of all time! Love to Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long, and the entire cast & crew 👏🏾
Head over to YouTube NOW for the #BETAwards Red Carpet LIVE!
My sister Maya and I were profoundly shaped by the influence of our mom, Ann Dunham. Giving Maya a preview of the Obama Presidential Center, including a new sculpture by Maya Lin dedicated to our mom’s memory, was truly special.
Jalen Hurts breaks down how he spent his first $1,000,000 during his NFL rookie year
• Philadelphia Eagles Gear — $1,000
• Fashion and Jewelry — $30,000
• Charity — $60,000
• Living Expenses — $30,000
• Business Fees — $20,000
• Self Care — $10,000
• Mom's House Repairs — $15,000
• Brother's Wedding Gift — $1,000
• Paying Off Used Car — $10,000
• Future Vacations — $15,000
• Sister's Tuition — $70,000
• Savings — $738,000
On June 14, 2026, 16 year old Jeremiah Spearman was stopped and detained by Battle Creek police while walking home. Officers claimed his behavior was “not normal.”
He wasn’t running. He wasn’t threatening anyone. He wasn’t committing a crime. He was walking home.
This is the reality many Black families live with. These kinds of “mistakes” have already cost too many of our young people their lives, when law enforcement or those who see themselves as enforcers act on suspicion while a Black child is simply walking through their own neighborhood. We saw it with Trayvon Martin.
One question worth asking is how often this happens to minors who aren’t Black or Brown?
His name is Jeremiah Spearman. He was just walking home.
It was such a joy getting to spend time with Joe and Jill, George and Laura, and Bill and Hillary last week. Barack and I will always be grateful for your constant friendship and support of our family over the years.
(And George, thanks for the mints!)