John Legend and Chrissy Teigen’s family have joined thousands of American families in navigating a lifelong prognosis: Their son Miles has been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.

After sharing a photo of Teigen, Miles, and her daughter Luna at the Olympics cheering on Simone Biles where Miles’ monitor was visible, the mother confirmed the news in a lengthy statement on Instagram.

“A lot of you noticed something a little special about a photo I posted a few days ago – Luna, Miles, and I were celebrating Simone and Team USA. Miles had his arm up and sooo many of you reached out to say the most beautiful and incredible words I have ever witnessed on this platform,” Teigen wrote in the statement.

She continued, “You noticed his Type-1 diabetes monitor and extended so much love and encouragement in every way possible. I was, and am, so blown away by the kindness of this community, already.”

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The “Cravings” cookbook author further explained that, like so many other families, they discovered Miles had Type 1 diabetes after he contracted an unrelated illness, and they sought care.

“A couple [of] weeks ago, our Miles was sick, in the hospital, with a terrible case of shigella, an intestinal infection caused by bacteria in food or water. A lot of his friends were also sick with it, as they went to the same camp and well, it happens!” she continued.

“But the doctors knew something else was off about his blood tests. I’ve learned since then that this is how so many young children end up being diagnosed with Type-1 — going to the hospital for something completely different.”

Teigen said after more testing they learned Miles was in the “‘honeymoon period’ of a lifetime of T1.”

“Last night we gave him his first shot of insulin and here we go! A different, new world for us and we are certainly learning so much on the fly,” she added.

Teigen and Legend share daughters Luna, 8, and Esti, 18 months, and sons Miles, 6, and Wren, 13 months.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Miles is one of roughly 304,000 children with Type 1 diabetes in the U.S. Despite white American children maintaining the highest rate of diagnosis, behind non-Hispanic Asian and Pacific Islander children, Hispanic and non-Hispanic Black children and adolescents had “significant” increases in cases over the last 15 years. Since 2009, the rate of diagnosis among Black children has been steadily increasing.

“This post is to thank you so much for your kindness. It helps Miles so much to know so many other people are going through the same thing, and he is not alone,” Teigen continued in her statement.

She closed the statement by sharing that she and Legend have been reading the children’s book “Year One With Type One” to Miles to help him and their family navigate their new normal. She added that the book and the outpouring of support from the public have helped Miles know that he’s in good company.

“You’re not alone either! And we promise to be there for you guys like you have been there for us,” she wrote in her conclusion.

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Pop music sensations Billie Eilish and Charli XCX have joined forces for a brand-new single, “Guess featuring Billie Eilish.” Fans can listen to the track here.

The collaboration is celebrated with an official music video, directed by Aidan Zamiri, showcasing the iconic duo in a visually stunning narrative. The video below is now available to watch.

In a heartwarming gesture, all bras and underwear used in the music video have been donated to “I Support The Girls” (ISTG), a nonprofit organization that collects and distributes essential items like bras, underwear, and menstrual hygiene products. This initiative supports individuals experiencing homelessness, impoverishment, or distress, helping them maintain dignity. Learn more about ISTG at isupportthegirls.org.

“Guess featuring Billie Eilish” follows the release of two critically acclaimed albums earlier this year: Billie Eilish’s third studio album Hit Me Hard and Soft (Interscope/Darkroom Records) and Charli XCX’s sixth studio album Brat (Atlantic Records).

Billie Eilish is set to embark on her North American Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour starting September 29, 2024. The tour will continue through the U.K., Europe, and Australia in 2025. For more information, visit billieeilish.com.

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Cardi B and Offset are once again heading towards divorce. According to her rep’s confirmation to Page Six, the “Bongos” rapper filed for divorce from Offset on Wednesday. The rapper is reportedly seeking primary custody of their children as well, and is “not folding” this time.

Cardi and Offset share two children together, their daughter Kulture (5) and son Wave (2). The outlet confirms that Cardi’s main focus at the moment is “obtaining primary custody” of their children. According to sources close to the outlet, the divorce is “not a surprise” to Offset, as the two have been, “trying to figure out what their future looks like for a while now.”

“It’s not something that happened overnight,” the source told Page Six. “They’ve both been on the same page. There wasn’t [pushback]. They’ve grown apart and that feeling has gotten stronger over time. It’s become unavoidable.”

As The Root previously reported, this is not the first time Cardi has filed for divorce from the rapper. In 2020, Cardi first filed, reportedly happening after rumors of infidelity on Offset’s side. At the time, People reported that the relationship between the two was “irretrievably broken” and that there were “no prospects for a reconciliation.”

The two eventually did reconcile months after she first filed, as The Root reported. In November 202o, the divorce was dismissed “without prejudice.” Since then, the two have remained together but not without rumors and hiccups, with Cardi often taking to social media with cryptic messages surrounding outgrowing relationships and putting herself “first.”

Earlier this year, however, it did seem as if the two were still working on their marriage, as they were spotted on a date night just this April. But now, Cardi is reportedly focused on, “moving on.”

“She has no ill will towards him,” the source tells Page Six. “She’s wishing him the best. She’s not going into this next season [of her life] with any beef or any drama. She wants everything to be very peaceful.”

The fallout continues over the National Association of Black Journalists’ decision to invite former President Donald Trump to speak at its annual convention in Chicago. TheGrio’s April Ryan sat down with creative consultant April Reign to discuss the backlash and how the organization failed Black media. Reign said, “The writing was on the wall,” before the former president’s appearance on Wednesday.

For Ryan, a 2017 NABJ Journalist of the Year recipient, the organization’s invitation to the Republican presidential candidate was personal. Though NABJ in 2018 said it was appalled by Trump’s treatment of Ryan and other Black reporters like Abby Phillip and Yamiche Alcindor, the Black press advocacy group decided to invite someone who for years used harmful and derogatory remarks about Black women journalists.

The 45th president of the United States dressed down Rachel Scott, who is Black, of ABC News. He claimed the framing of her question, in which she challenged him for his racist statements, was rude and “nasty.” Scott quoted Trump’s past remarks about Black reporters covering the White House, as well as harsh comments toward Black prosecutors who held the twice-impeached and convicted former president accountable in a court of law.

Following Trump’s explosive NABJ panel, the organization’s founders met to establish a strategic governance plan and address the Trump controversy, among other issues that led to unwanted international headlines for the historic organization.  

“What I saw was a lack of accountability from an organization that said they wanted to hold someone accountable,” said Reign of the more than hour late session. Trump complained profusely about the convention’s “lousy” equipment, which he blamed for the panel not starting on time. NABJ has yet to address the matter officially. 

The panel audience audibly gasped many times during the shock and awe moments, including Trump’s false accusation that his presidential opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, at some point decided to “turn Black.”  

As ABC’s Scott pointed out to Trump on Wednesday, Harris, who is also South Asian, always identified as a Black woman. The vice president’s mother is Southeast Asian, and her father is Jamaican.

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BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville is thrilled to announce the signing of the multi-talented K. Michelle. Known for her groundbreaking career that defies genre boundaries, K. Michelle has captivated a global audience through multiple mediums. With an already impressive resume, she is not only an accomplished singer, songwriter, guitarist, and pianist, with five Billboard charting albums to her name, but also an entrepreneur, author, executive, actress, television personality, and restaurateur.

“When we first met K. Michelle, she radiated her passion for country music. It’s the fabric of who she is because the lyrics represent truth. She’s built an incredible fanbase with her unique vocals anchored with storytelling at its heart, and that is what transcends genres,” says Katie Kerkhover, VP, of A&R at BMG.

“I have been ready. I am grateful for this moment,” shares K. Michelle. “Rebels and Real Outlawz, it’s time! I am excited and want to thank my BMG Team. I am happy to finally sing the music I grew up on. I am a country girl at heart and can’t wait to share my country music with you.”

Praised as “real,” “brave,” and “rebellious,” K. Michelle’s 2013 album Rebellious Soul has served as a cathartic musical refuge for her fans. Her indomitable spirit and innate talent have captivated audiences throughout her multifarious career. Her classic candor provides a safe space and trademark for listeners craving her relatable music.

To the delight of her over 10 million social media followers, the Memphis, Tennessee native announced that her sixth album, I’m The Problem, released last year, was her final R&B record. K. Michelle is now readying her dream of releasing a country project. The always-real songstress gave fans a taste of what to expect with the bonus track “Tennessee” and introduced her alter-ego PUDDIN, a nickname from her childhood. Raised in a household where Mary J. Blige and Whitney Houston were played alongside country icons The Judds and Lee Ann Womack, K. Michelle showcased her roots by earning a music scholarship to Florida A&M University through yodeling.

In a full-circle moment, K. Michelle was featured on the acclaimed A Tribute To The Judds in 2023, singing “Love Can Build A Bridge” alongside Jelly Roll and Fisk Jubilee Singers, and performing the song live at “The 57th Annual CMA Awards” on ABC. In June, she returned to Nashville’s CMA Fest for the second time, performing on the Chevy Vibes Stage and making her Nissan Stadium debut.

Ready to kick start this next chapter, K. Michelle is actively writing and recording her highly anticipated debut country album and finalizing its accompanying tour.

Stay tuned for more updates on K. Michelle’s journey into country music and the release of her new album.

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ATLANTA (AP) — The teenage brother of a U.S. Air Force airman who was shot and killed in his home by a Florida sheriff’s deputy in May has been killed in a shooting in the Atlanta area, police said.

Andre Fortson, Senior Airman Roger Fortson’s 16-year-old brother, was killed this week in DeKalb County, near Atlanta’s east side, DeKalb County police said in an update on the slaying.

“The Fortson family is battling the loss of yet another young member of their family,” said civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who has been representing the family since Roger Fortson was killed.

“This has been an incredibly challenging time for them with the loss of Roger,” Crump said in a statement. “Losing the life of yet another young family member — a mere child — has been an absolute devastation.”

Andre Fortson was found shot to death in the breezeway of an apartment complex on Tuesday, police said. Two groups of people had been shooting at each other for unknown reasons, DeKalb County police said.

A 20-year-old man was identified as one of the shooters, and arrested on an aggravated assault charge, police said. He was booked into the DeKalb County Jail. Jail records did not list an attorney who could be reached for comment on his behalf.

The killing comes about three months after Roger Fortson, 23, was killed May 3 by Okaloosa County sheriff’s Deputy Eddie Duran at Fortson’s apartment in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The airman had answered the door while holding a handgun pointed toward the floor and was killed within seconds, body camera video shows.

Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden fired Duran, saying the deputy’s life was never in danger and that he should not have fired his weapon.

A sheriff’s office internal affairs investigation found that Fortson “did not make any hostile, attacking movements, and therefore, the former deputy’s use of deadly force was not objectively reasonable.”

The Fortson family is from DeKalb County, where Andre Fortson was killed. At a tearful news conference a couple of weeks after the Florida killing, Andre Fortson stood on the stage with his mother and sisters. They wore red shirts with the words “WE ALL WE GOT” on the front and a picture of Roger Fortson in his military uniform on the back.

Roger Fortson was stationed at the Air Force’s Hurlburt Field in the Florida Panhandle. At his funeral outside Atlanta, hundreds of Air Force members in dress blues filed past his coffin, draped with an American flag.

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The 17th Annual Texas Greek Picnic Weekend kicks off today and will run from Thursday, August 1st to Sunday, August 4th in Houston, TX. Like every year, this event brings together members Black fraternities and sororities from across the United States for a weekend focused on unity, celebration, and community engagement.

Founded in 2008, the Texas Greek Picnic Weekend has grown into a huge gathering, attracting thousands of attendees each year. This year’s event will feature a variety of activities, including a concert, networking events, community service initiatives, and more.

Here are six things to look forward to at this year’s Texas Greek Picnic:

1. The Inaugural 2024 TGP Tailgate

TGP will be kicking everything off with their Inaugural 2024 TGP Tailgate which starts at 6pm on Thursday at Prospect Park. Show up for the vibes and kick off the weekend the right way.

2. The Old School Concert

The Inaugural Alumni Concert will feature performances by West Coast Hip-Hop artist Too Short and Texas musician Lil Keke. It’s on Friday and is happening in the same city and weekend as Sigma Gamma Rho’s Boule so you already know its about to go down.

3. Community Service Projects

You already know that there will always be some service happening when members of Black fraternities and sororities get together and the Texas Greek Picnic is no exception. Check out TGP’s website to stay up to date on the service projects that will be going down this weekend for your chance to join in and help out the community in the city of Houston.

4. The Pool Party

The annual Pool Party is a staple of TGP. It’s happening from 2-9pm on Friday. Make sure to get tickets.

5. The Alumni Day Party

Q Parker from 112, Wingo from Jagged Edge and RL from Next are hosting the TGP Alumni Day Party at Bar 5015 on Saturday.

6. The actual Texas Greek Picnic

The central event of the weekend, the Texas Greek Picnic, features food, music, and the chance to gather with fellow Black fraternity and sorority members. The event promises good vibes, good food, and a million opportunities to stroll.

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Netflix announced today that the critically acclaimed series Squid Game will be returning for a second season, set to premiere on December 26th. The streaming giant also revealed plans for a third season, currently in development for a release next year.

The groundbreaking first season of Squid Game it achieved unprecedented global viewership, solidifying its status as a cultural phenomenon. The series garnered critical acclaim and numerous accolades, including Emmy Awards for Outstanding Directing for Hwang Dong-hyuk and Outstanding Lead Actor for Lee Jung-jae.

The highly anticipated second season will continue the story of protagonist Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae). While details remain limited, the original cast is confirmed to return, joined by new cast members Im Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Lee Jin-uk, and Choi Seung-hyun.

Director Hwang Dong-hyuk expressed enthusiasm for the series’ continued evolution, stating, “I am excited to delve deeper into the world of Squid Game and share the next chapter with our audience.”

With the upcoming seasons, Netflix aims to build upon the series’ immense popularity and deliver another captivating chapter in the Squid Game saga.

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