THE TRUTH ABOUT: 47 | History Defined

'Atlanta’ hinted at the haunted history of Lake Lanier. But what’s the real story?

The season 3 premiere began and climaxed at an unnamed version of the storied, memeified Georgia lake. The real history is just as dark.

Mic · Mar 25, 2022

"Why can't we be the superheroes?" Marcus Scribner sees a future of fantastical Black stories

With 'Black-ish' on its way out, Scribner is using his own production company to create the Hollywood he wants to see.

Mic · Mar 25, 2022

Donald Trump just filed a lawsuit against basically ... everyone?

Good luck with all that!

Mic · Mar 24, 2022

Who gets to tell Emmett Till's story?

Students are protesting an opera they claim centers white guilt. The show’s creators completely disagree.

Mic · Mar 24, 2022

A procrastinator’s guide to filing your taxes (late)

April 18 doesn't have to be scary.

Mic · Mar 23, 2022

Ron DeSantis used his power to officially “reject” a trans athlete’s victory

After Lia Thomas won an NCAA swimming championship event, the Florida governor declared his own winner in a meaningless proclamation that's nothing but fuel for the culture war.

Mic · Mar 23, 2022

School is back in Uvalde, but it’s not at all the same

The old Robb Elementary building will be demolished, but its students are heading on to new classrooms.

Mic · Mar 23, 2022

Pamela Anderson is heading to Broadway

Pam & Tommy might have renewed interest in Anderson’s past, but she’s focusing on her future.

Mic · Mar 23, 2022

Of course Donald Trump endorsed Sarah Palin for Congress

Makes perfect sense, really.

Mic · Mar 23, 2022

The surprising link between COVID and diabetes

A new study suggests that people who contract COVID have a higher risk of developing diabetes within a year.

Mic · Mar 22, 2022