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The North Beach Bandshell will be hosting two Miami Beach Pop-Up Concerts being presented by the Blue Note Jazz Festival. The first weekend performance June 3 will see funk legend George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic taking the stage. Robert Glasper with special guests Ledisi and Bilal w… Read more
DUE TO THE THREAT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE FESTIVAL HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST. KEEP CHECKING WITH THE MIAMI TIMES FOR UPDATES. Read more
Sidney DuPont knew he’d made the right career decision when musical theater icon Chita Rivera not only threw a shoe at him, but also slapped his face. Read more
New Orleans guard and NBA Players Association president CJ McCollum has added another title to his busy schedule – NBA analyst for ESPN. Read more
In the summer of 2011, two American iconic musicians met and jammed up a storm. Very few people heard what they created – until now. Read more
Ncuti Gatwa will take the mantle from Jodie Whittaker on “Doctor Who,” the BBC has announced, ending speculation over the iconic Time Lord’s next regeneration. Read more
The journey of two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and his brothers from difficult upbringings in Greece to NBA champions is the subject of an upcoming film. Read more
Chris Paul the football player knows he shares a name with a much more famous athlete. Read more
British singer Ella Mai is back with even more R&B bridges in her second album, “Heart on My Sleeve.” Read more
Drake once again dominated the Billboard Music Awards as he took home wins for top artist, top male artist, top rap artist, top male rap artist and top rap album on Sunday night. With those nods, he continues to be the most decorated artist in the history of the show, having now won 34 BBMAs… Read more
Concert to be held in-person and virtually Read more
One night in Stockholm half a century ago, Ray Charles delivered a blood-pumping, soul-shaking concert that was almost lost to history. Read more
Though the media rollout on Variety, Hollywood Reporter and CBS was vigorous, ratings for W. Kamau Bell’s documentary “We Need to Talk About Cosby” were less than impressive. The series debuted on Showtime Jan. 30 and ran for four nights and six hours. Bell, a comedian with a show on CNN, wa… Read more
Former star of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” NeNe Leakes is suing the companies behind the show, alleging that they fostered and tolerated a hostile and racist work environment. Read more
“The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” has been renewed for a second season on Disney+. Read more
Viola Davis’ latest honor is not for her acting, but for her writing. The Oscar winner’s upcoming memoir, “Finding Me,” is Oprah Winfrey’s new book club pick. Read more
Davis also an executive producer on ‘The First Lady’ Read more
Your children never miss a thing. Read more
Title IX has been a passionate subject for Candace Parker ever since she learned of its impact while doing a paper on it in the eighth grade. Read more
Rapper Tory Lanez was briefly jailed last week after a judge said he had violated a protective order in a felony assault case in which he is charged with shooting rapper Megan Thee Stallion in the feet. Read more
British rapper Dizzee Rascal was recently sentenced to a curfew and a restraining order for assaulting his former fiancée. Read more
If you visit Yankee Stadium during baseball season, think about checking out chef Marcus Samuelsson's new Sweetbird food stand behind section 112 in the right-field area of the lower deck. Read more
Jon Batiste had the most Grammy Award nominations this year, and his five wins outpaced everyone, yet he somehow seemed the biggest surprise on a joyous night for music that washed away some of the bad taste left by the Oscars a week earlier. Read more
Will Smith’s films have grossed more than $9 billion globally, but Netflix and Sony have walked away from their projects with Smith a week after he slapped Chris Rock at the Academy Awards. Read more
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National Minority Health Month is celebrated during the month of April and Black America, health disparities and COVID-19 are at the forefront of pandemic news. An April 7, 2020 headline in the Washington Post read, “The coronavirus is infecting and killing black Americans at an alarmingly h…
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
It’s not just about a juicy turkey and time-tested, family-favorite sides – divine and delightful appetizers, drinks and desserts are delicious bookends that will elevate your Thanksgiving spread to the sublime. And a quartet of apple-based recipes – featuring the satisfying texture and tast… Read more
John Artis, who was wrongly convicted with boxer Rubin “Hurricane” Carter in a triple murder case made famous in a 1975 song by Bob Dylan and a 1999 film starring Denzel Washington, has died. He was 75. Read more
A judge has ruled that Kobe Bryant’s widow must turn over her therapy records to Los Angeles County in her lawsuit claiming she suffered emotional distress after first responders took and shared graphic photos from the site of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed the basketball star, his te… Read more
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Teenagers have unique needs when it comes to their gynecological care, whether they’re going through common developmental changes or having issues with their periods or puberty. Read more
Tuesday, June 07, 2022
After a five-year absence, the free Goombay Festival, sponsored by the city of Miami, is coming back to Coconut Grove this weekend, June 11-12. Read more
Plus a rock-star welcome at Planet Hollywood Read more
As locals and vacationers prepare to spend more time outdoors this summer, health experts are sharing ways they can protect their skin and potentially reduce the risks of skin cancer. Read more
Mix up your usual dinnertime fare with these drool-worthy dishes. Read more
Thursday, June 02, 2022
The North Beach Bandshell will be hosting two Miami Beach Pop-Up Concerts being presented by the Blue Note Jazz Festival. The first weekend performance June 3 will see funk legend George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic taking the stage. Robert Glasper with special guests Ledisi and Bilal w… Read more
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
DUE TO THE THREAT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE FESTIVAL HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST. KEEP CHECKING WITH THE MIAMI TIMES FOR UPDATES. Read more
Sidney DuPont knew he’d made the right career decision when musical theater icon Chita Rivera not only threw a shoe at him, but also slapped his face. Read more
New Orleans guard and NBA Players Association president CJ McCollum has added another title to his busy schedule – NBA analyst for ESPN. Read more
Eating disorders on the rise Read more
Between work, family obligations and a constantly changing world, people in the United States are stressed. In fact, U.S. workers are among the most stressed in the world, according to a State of the Global Workplace study. While some stress is unavoidable and can be good for you, constant o… Read more
Three Miami-Dade nonprofit organizations that help feed children, families and seniors will receive close to $1 million each from the Florida Blue Foundation. Read more
Embrace al fresco dining with a trio of delicious, globally influenced dishes that turn open-air dining into a cosmopolitan feast! Read more
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
“‘Three Little Birds’ is that happy singalong song everyone knows. I have seen 2-year-olds sing it and 200-year-olds sing it. It’s a song of hope and love. It’s important for us to share that message,” said Cedella Marley, author of “Every Little Thing” – the children’s book that’s now inspi… Read more
In the summer of 2011, two American iconic musicians met and jammed up a storm. Very few people heard what they created – until now. Read more
Three doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine offer strong protection for children younger than 5, the company announced Monday. Pfizer plans to give the data to U.S. regulators later this week in a step toward letting the littlest kids get the shots. Read more
Children ages 5-11 should get a booster dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, advisers to the U.S. government said late last week. Read more
The number of Florida hospital inpatients with COVID-19 jumped 24% during the past week after a nearly 20% increase the previous week, according to data posted Friday by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Read more
Two suspected case of monkeypox are being investigated in South Florida, state health officials said. Read more
Monday, May 23, 2022
The health of a community is often about connecting. Connecting with our neighbors, friends, and family to recharge our souls. Connecting with information that empowers us to make positive change. Read more
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Liberty City’s own Trina held a family-friendly street festival this past weekend to give back to the community that raised her. Read more
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