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  • Complex
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Past articles by Brian:

Haiti’s President Was Assassinated, and No One Knows Who’s In Charge

The line of succession is murky, following months of political unrest. → Read More

The Best Hip-Hop Movies

We rank all the classic hip-hop movies from 'Straight Outta Compton' to '8 Mile.' → Read More

Here's Exactly What Black People Were Promised on Juneteenth 155 Years Ago

“An absolute equality of personal rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves.” → Read More

Here’s Exactly What Black People Were Promised on Juneteenth 155 Years Ago

“An absolute equality of personal rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves.” → Read More

Germany Is Hosting ‘Ghost’ Soccer Games and the Fans Aren't Happy

“Without fans, it’s not football. Football lives from the fans.” → Read More

Why You Should Laugh in the Face of Coronavirus. Really.

In psychology, the benign-violation theory explains that laughing at stuff that could kill us makes those threats easier to handle. → Read More

Television Is No Longer the Escape From Reality the World Needs Right Now

All the virtual shows and live-streamed performances end up reminding us we're stuck at home. → Read More

How Coronavirus Is Finally Fulfilling the Internet’s Promise

“What are the advantages of being there in person, and what do we really miss and need?” → Read More

The Best Hip-Hop Love Songs

From LL Cool J's "I Need Love" to Kendrick Lamar’s “Love,” check out the best hip-hop and rap love songs. → Read More

People Are Going Crazy Over Ja Morant Nearly Killing Kevin Love on Dunk Attempt

Ja Morant nearly caught a body in his rookie year. → Read More

Chris Paul Snitches on Untucked Jersey to Help Thunder Win

“If you check in without your jersey tucked it’s a delay of game. Call it what you want to.” → Read More

Elon Musk Accidentally Broke the Tesla Cybertruck's Windows in Its Debut

The starting price is $40,000. → Read More

Future Drops "Last Name" f/ Lil Durk

Future isn't ending the decade quietly. → Read More

Dion Waiters 'Overdosed' on Gummies on Team Plane (UPDATE)

He was listed as out of the night's game against the Lakers due to illness. → Read More

Watch Kanye West Perform 'Jesus Is King' Track "Closed on Sunday" on 'Kimmel'

West was spotted at the Oculus during the early hours of Friday. → Read More

Kim Kardashian West Says Kanye’s New Album Drops on Sunday

Fans have been waiting for West's ninth album for a year. → Read More

NEXT: Quinta Brunson Is Going To Have It Her Way

The up and coming comedian Quinta Brunson is reaching for higher heights. → Read More

Simone Biles Enters GOAT Debate After Historic Performance

She won her sixth U.S. national championship, which ties a record. → Read More

Jim Jones Drops New Album 'El Capo'

It's Jones' second album in a year. → Read More

Antonio Brown Traded to Oakland Raiders

Antonio Brown has made it clear he wanted to leave Pittsburgh over the past few weeks. → Read More