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EPISODE #6

Blavity Daily Briefing: Major News & Culture

Lil Nas X, Malik Taylor, 'The Chi' & More! Stay informed on today's crucial updates.

August 23, 2025 • 3 minutes • Hosted by Victoria

Today's Briefing

Episode #6

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About This Episode

Today's briefing covers breaking news, health updates, entertainment headlines, and education developments vital to the Black community. Stay informed!

Today's Highlights:

What To Know About Lil Nas X’s Recent Arrest And Hospitalization For Possible Overdose
TikTok Content Creator Malik Taylor Dies At 28
More Than Medicine – How Holistic Diabetes Care Can Aid The Black Community
If You’ve Got Musical Abilities, These College Majors Might Be Your Perfect Match
Is ‘The Chi’ Ending With Season 7? What Fans Need To Know
Labor Activist Chris Smalls Planning To Sue Israeli Authorities After Detainment When Trying To Aid To Gaza
U.S. Department Of State Revokes Over 6K International Student Visas
‘Peacemaker’ Star Danielle Brooks On James Gunn’s DCU Leadership: ‘Excited For A New Narrative’
Kym Whitley Joins ‘Martin’ BET+ Spinoff ‘Varnell Hill,’ Martin Lawrence Expected To Appear

Related Articles:

What To Know About Lil Nas X’s Recent Arrest And Hospitalization For Possible Overdose

Lil Nas X was arrested in Los Angeles on Thursday morning after locals spotted the rapper walking on the street disoriented and in his underwear.

By Kui MwaiNews25 words

TikTok Content Creator Malik Taylor Dies At 28

TikTok content creator Malik Taylor, best known for explaining pop culture moments and his “POV” style videos, has died.

By Kui MwaiNews19 words

More Than Medicine – How Holistic Diabetes Care Can Aid The Black Community

Diabetes is a health condition that affects how your body uses sugar, known as glucose.

By Dorian Smith-GarciaHealth15 words

If You’ve Got Musical Abilities, These College Majors Might Be Your Perfect Match

Choosing a college major can be tricky, especially for those with strong musical abilities who want to turn their passion into a career.

By Emma HynesBlavity-U23 words

Is ‘The Chi’ Ending With Season 7? What Fans Need To Know

When The Chi first premiered in 2018, it immediately stood out as more than another TV drama.

By Sarah RandEntertainment15 words

Labor Activist Chris Smalls Planning To Sue Israeli Authorities After Detainment When Trying To Aid To Gaza

Labor activist Chris Smalls said he was jailed for days and assaulted by Israel Defense Force soldiers during an attempt to distribute humanitarian aid to Palestine.

By Kyra AlessandriniNews26 words

U.S. Department Of State Revokes Over 6K International Student Visas

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By Kyra AlessandriniBlavity-U2 words

‘Peacemaker’ Star Danielle Brooks On James Gunn’s DCU Leadership: ‘Excited For A New Narrative’

Danielle Brooks is fighting crime on her own terms in Peacemaker Season 2.

By Monique JonesEntertainment13 words

Kym Whitley Joins ‘Martin’ BET+ Spinoff ‘Varnell Hill,’ Martin Lawrence Expected To Appear

The Martin spinoff Varnell Hill has added another Black entertainment vet to its cast.

By Monique JonesEntertainment14 words

Topics:

Lil Nas XMalik TaylorTikTokDiabetesCollegeThe ChiPeacemakerMartinIsraelGazaInternational StudentsBlack Community

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