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Wearing a blue suit, black hat and multicolored socks, master keyboardist Booker T. Jones leaned away from the Hammond B3 organ, tilted his head back and worked the keys and foot pedals as he played the funky and familiar hit “Green Onions” for a head-bobbing, toe-tapping crowd at the Stax M… Read more
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CNN is shaking up its morning lineup, announcing last week that Don Lemon, Poppy Harlow and Kaitlan Collins will team up as hosts of a “reimagined” program that debuts later this year. Read more
“Abbott Elementary” creator-star Quinta Brunson took revenge on Jimmy Kimmel’s Emmy prank with one of her own, then collected an apology from the late-night host whose bit has been criticized as rude – and worse. Read more
The UN-SILENCED Art Exhibit “Embracing the Black Woman’s Voice” opens this Friday, Sept. 16, at Miami’s Liberty Square Community Center, located at 6304 NW 14th Ave. This is another event presented by artist and curator Addonis Parker/Art Forever to embrace and support art and artists in Lib… Read more
Oprah Winfrey was discussing her profound affection for trailblazing actor Sidney Poitier – a longtime friend and mentor to her – when she was overcome by emotion during an interview on the upcoming documentary “Sidney,” a life-spanning portrait. Read more
Two sparkly golden trophies gleam behind Tamron Hall on the set of her nationally syndicated talk show. But despite entering its fourth season, the “Tamron Hall” show is not a well-oiled machine – and that’s intentional. Read more
Sherri Shepherd is no stranger to hosting gigs on daytime TV, but when Oprah Winfrey offered to give her advice, the actor, comedienne and bestselling author took 15 pages of notes. Read more
Jennifer Hudson is a proud EGOT – an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner – who has proven herself on screen, stage and in music. Her next intended conquest: daytime TV. Read more
There is a montage in “Me Time,” the new Kevin Hart and Mark Wahlberg Netflix comedy, where Hart’s character Sonny gets a day to himself for the first time in a long time. For years, he’s devoted himself to being a stay-at-home dad to his two kids (the very cute Che Tafari and Amentii Sledge… Read more
Regina Hall and Sterling K. Brown give fully committed performances in “Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul,” so why does the film lack faith in itself? Read more
Emmy Awards host Kenan Thompson and the ceremony’s producers are predicting a conflict-free zone, unlike the Oscars show that was marred by an on-stage slap. Read more
R&B star Tank began contemplating his final album after considering pursuing other endeavors. However, that timeline was accelerated after losing one of his most essential tools: his hearing. Read more
There is not a cynical molecule in the makeup of George Miller’s “Three Thousand Years of Longing,“ a patient and occasionally dazzling fantasy about love, myth, hope, companionship and perhaps, most of all, storytelling. Idris Elba and Tilda Swinton, wrapped in plush white bathrobes, will r… Read more
“Breaking,” Abi Damaris Corbin’s lean and heartfelt first feature, is a lackluster bank robbery thriller with noble intentions, enlivened by an impassioned performance by John Boyega and an elegiac final appearance by the late Michael K. Williams. Read more
The MTV Video Music Awards later this month will have not one emcee but three, with rap stars LL Cool J, Nicki Minaj and Jack Harlow all set to anchor the ceremony. Read more
Are you ready for some football? Fine, but the return of the NFL is why the 2022 Emmy Awards have been drop-kicked from the usual Sunday berth to Monday. Read more
This year marks the centennial anniversary of F. W. Murnau’s “Nosferatu,” a long time for us humans but only a blip for vampires. Read more
Walt Disney Co. said Wednesday it is raising prices for streaming subscribers in the U.S. who want to watch Disney+ without ads, as more viewers switch to what CEO Bob Chapek described as the “best value in streaming.” Read more
Rapper A$AP Rocky was charged with two felonies Monday for pulling a gun on a former friend and firing in Hollywood last year, prosecutors said. Read more
In a highly unusual move that rattled Hollywood, Warner Bros. axed the “Batgirl” film planned for HBO Max, opting to shelve the $90 million film as the reorganized studio revamps its approach to streaming and DC Comics films. Read more
Donald Glover warned his fellow writers from the first day on “Atlanta” that the show would get canceled for what it was going to attempt. Read more
Beyoncé has been reborn again; this time it’s on a shimmering dance floor. Read more
Jordan Peele ’s UFO thriller “Nope” topped the North American charts in its first weekend in theaters with an estimated $44 million in ticket sales, Universal Pictures said Sunday. Though it doesn’t come close to the $71 million debut of “Us,” it is still significantly impressive for an orig… Read more
Eva Reign stepped onto the set of “Anything’s Possible” for the first time almost exactly a year ago. She was, to put it mildly, nervous. 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, September 13, 2022
Sherri Shepherd is no stranger to hosting gigs on daytime TV, but when Oprah Winfrey offered to give her advice, the actor, comedienne and bestselling author took 15 pages of notes. Read more
Jennifer Hudson is a proud EGOT – an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner – who has proven herself on screen, stage and in music. Her next intended conquest: daytime TV. Read more
A vibrant blues, arts and sports town Read more
Tuesday, September 06, 2022
There is a montage in “Me Time,” the new Kevin Hart and Mark Wahlberg Netflix comedy, where Hart’s character Sonny gets a day to himself for the first time in a long time. For years, he’s devoted himself to being a stay-at-home dad to his two kids (the very cute Che Tafari and Amentii Sledge… Read more
Regina Hall and Sterling K. Brown give fully committed performances in “Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul,” so why does the film lack faith in itself? Read more
Emmy Awards host Kenan Thompson and the ceremony’s producers are predicting a conflict-free zone, unlike the Oscars show that was marred by an on-stage slap. Read more
R&B star Tank began contemplating his final album after considering pursuing other endeavors. However, that timeline was accelerated after losing one of his most essential tools: his hearing. Read more
Laken Tomlinson took off his New York Jets cap, folded his hands in front of his face and cried. Read more
On nearly every basketball court around the world – from NBA arenas to elementary school gyms – you’ll see players of all sizes regularly attempting long 3-point shots. There’s one man largely credited with transforming basketball from a must-see above the rim game to box office-long range s… Read more
Poor oral health is common among American adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 65 million Americans have periodontitis, the most advanced form of periodontal disease. And according to Harvard Medical School, people with periodontal disease have been fou… Read more
The U.S. authorized its first update to COVID-19 vaccines last week, booster doses that target today’s most common omicron strain. Shots could begin within days. Read more
The Biden administration says there’s enough monkeypox vaccine available now, but health officials say the shots aren’t getting to some of the people who need the protection the most. Read more
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
A small town in the Mississippi Delta that has ties to the civil rights movement will soon be home to the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame (NRBHF). Read more
For Jonathan Peter Jackson, a direct relative of two prominent members of the Black Panther Party, revolutionary thought and family history have always been intertwined, particularly in August. Read more
There is not a cynical molecule in the makeup of George Miller’s “Three Thousand Years of Longing,“ a patient and occasionally dazzling fantasy about love, myth, hope, companionship and perhaps, most of all, storytelling. Idris Elba and Tilda Swinton, wrapped in plush white bathrobes, will r… Read more
“Breaking,” Abi Damaris Corbin’s lean and heartfelt first feature, is a lackluster bank robbery thriller with noble intentions, enlivened by an impassioned performance by John Boyega and an elegiac final appearance by the late Michael K. Williams. Read more
Invest in yourself. Read more
What was your favorite possession when you were a child? Read more
The school year has just begun, and you’re probably seeing lots of new faces. Read more
Securing health care for yourself or a loved one is a big responsibility, especially if you’re just getting started with Medicare or have changes in your life, such as a new diagnosis of a condition or disease. It can be overwhelming if you need services like nursing home care, have to find … Read more
These days, grocery shopping may seem more like a burden than an opportunity to gather supplies for your family’s favorite meals. With the prices of everyday ingredients fluctuating almost daily, it’s more important than ever to make your dollars do more at the store. Read more
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
The MTV Video Music Awards later this month will have not one emcee but three, with rap stars LL Cool J, Nicki Minaj and Jack Harlow all set to anchor the ceremony. Read more
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