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While Rosa Parks is cemented in American minds as a heroine of the Civil Rights Movement, a host of unsung Black women and their sacrifices for freedom are hardly mentioned. And yet, the list is long: Fannie Lou Hammer, Ella Baker, Dorothy Height, Septima Clark, Marian Wright Edelman… So as the masses gather in Washington […]
Actor Michael Showers, perhaps best known for his work as Captain John Guidry on the HBO series “Treme,” was found dead in the Mississippi River early Wednesday morning. He was 45 years old. According to local New Orleans paper the Times-Picayune, authorities said a steamboat captain spotted a body floating in the water near the French Quarter […]
With the 10-year anniversary of Aaliyah’s death here, the New York Daily News decided to compile a list of the top 5 music videos produced by the beautiful former R&B star. Check them out and let us know if you agree with their list; and if there are any videos you would replace/add. Rock The […]
“Basketball Wives LA” cast member Gloria Govan was just dumped by her fiance Matt Barnes. Word on the street is that Matt Barnes dumped Gloria because he was tired of “reckless talk.” Well I’m thinking Gloria is probably better off as dude has problems keeping his hands to himself. In case you missed it, Matt […]
Today marks the 10-year anniversary of R&B star and budding actress Aaliyah Dana Haughton’s death in a plane crash. Just 22 years old at the time of her death, she was in the Bahamas heading back to the States after wrapping up her 2001 music video, “Rock The Boat.” The twin-engine plane crashed shortly after […]
District of Columbia residents watched the sun shine brightly on the façade of the new 30-foot Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial at “D.C. Day,” a chance for people in the District to view of the statute of King and the wall bearing some of his penetrating words. The statue, conveying an indelible image of […]
It seemed like another regular day in the life of the Mack family. It was Saturday morning, and my mother had just cooked breakfast for my brother and me. After cleaning the apartment, it was time for her to take us on the normal Saturday errands. The post office, the dry cleaners, and the grocery […]
(Washington, DC) — A Gala Dinner was held last night to mark the beginning of dedication events for the new Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, DC. The dinner entitled “Honoring Global Leaders for Peace” drew a large crowd, including the Reverend Jesse Jackson who worked with Dr. King during the civil rights era. […]
(Richmond, VA) — Virginia Emergency Management officials say are holding calls with localities, the National Weather Service and other state agencies all this week in preparation for the possible arrival of Hurricane Irene this weekend. Emergency Management spokesman Bob Spieldenner says they’re keeping up with the forecast, Irene’s potential impact and the possibility that some […]
The Obama Administration may propose a plan to allow allow millions of homeowners with government-backed mortgages to refinance them at about 4 percent. The plan could save homeowners as much as $85 billion each year, TheDailyBeast.com reports. The proposal is likely, however, to face fierce resistant from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s regulator and investors […]
Last week we were invited to The Diva Lounge’s “Keep Cool, Look Hot” campaign event hosted by Shayna D at Carol’s Daughter in Harlem, NY. The place was full of natural-haired beauties and curls were spilling over everywhere. Lisa Price, the founder of Carol’s Daughter, made an appearance, greeting the beautiful women in attendance. We had […]
President Barack Obama “needs to fight, and fight harder,” Rep. Elijah Cummings told CNN on Sunday adding to the chorus of criticism from Black political leaders that claim the president is ignoring African-Americans. Black unemployment appears to be the biggest gripe Black leaders have with Obama. Representatives Maxine Waters and John Conyers, both prominent members of […]
