Samantha Callender

Samantha Callender is a multimedia journalist whose work ranges from entertainment journalism to pieces highlighting social issues in multicultural communities. Samantha strives to find intersects between entertainment and social matters, believing that pop culture has the power to not only entertain the masses, but to educate them as well. Her goal when storytelling is to write pieces that serve as a catalyst to prompt dialogue and activism. Her work has been featured in VIBE, JET, Cosmopolitan, and many other publications.

ICYMI: Previously Unheard Music Written By Tupac Surfaces

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A previously unreleased record written by the late Tupac Shakur has surfaced. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The track was written for MC Hammer, and was supposed to be on Hammer’s album Too Tight, which ended up falling through. While a snippet of the version featuring ‘Pac and Big Daddy Kane had been released before, […]

Hillary Clinton Becomes A “Gladiator”

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While out making her rounds in L.A, hopeful presidential contender Hillary Clinton stopped by the Scandal set and is officially a “Gladiator.” Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Though the words ‘Clinton’ and Scandal in the same sentence are now part of historic headlines, the Democratic presidential candidate paid a visit to the set of the […]

HERNews Week In Review: From Babies to Beyoncé

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It’s safe to say this is arguably one of the most interesting, impactful Black History months we’ve ever seen. Everyday it seems there has been a headline making us shake our heads or reach for a cup of tea. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information We decided we simply can’t wait till the end of the […]

Social Media Blocked in Uganda During Height of Election

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Several social media platforms have been blocked in Uganda due to security concerns surrounding the upcoming presidential elections. The blocks include sites such as Facebook, Twitte, and WhatsApp. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Some of those security concerns include clashes between supporters of the different candidates, in addition to delays at polling stations resulting in […]

The GRAMMYs Defend Their Natalie Cole Tribute

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Ever since the GRAMMYs aired on Monday [February 17] night, people have been dissecting and discussing the hits and misses of the awards show. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information One of the ‘misses’ as far as viewers are concerned was the fact Natalie Cole, who died on December 31, 2015, did not receive her own […]

[Watch] Bilal Premieres Visual For “I Don’t Really Care”

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Bilal recently released the visuals for his new single, “I Really Don’t Care.” Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The single is off his In Another Life album and is a soul-infused, “genre-bending” track. Directed by Hans Elder, the video depicts the motions one goes through when they ‘re desperate to find love. In his own […]

Mya Drops New R&B Album “Smoove Jones”

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Mya gave her fans a Valentine’s Day treat yesterday [Sunday, February 14] by releasing her latest project, Smoove Jones. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The R&B songstress released the project on her independent label Planet 9, and it comes exactly one year after she dropped her With Love EP. Throughout the album, Mya imitates a […]

Comic Tiffany Haddish Shares Her Thoughts On Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day seems to become more of a cliché as time goes on. Whether it’s the expected box of chocolates and flowers, or the fact there’s only one day out of the year dedicated to love, the holiday seems to be more stressful than engaging. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information With that, we decided to […]

Where Did The Time Go? Spike Lee’s ‘School Daze’ Turns 28 Today

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The classic Black film that is School Daze celebrates its 28th anniversary today. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Released in 1988, the film was a musical comedy written and directed by Spike Lee, who also starred as the naive “Half Pint” pledge. Following the pledge and his brothers throwing pledging activities, the story touches on […]

Ciara Looks Stunning As Usual In Her New Keds Campaign

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It’s business as usual for Ciara, who recently debuted her new campaign with Keds Footwear. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The songstress is one of three new faces for the Keds campaign, which also features Tori Kelly and Allison Williams. The Spring 2016 collection marks the company’s 100th anniversary, and will also feature a customized […]

ICYMI: Raven-Symone Calls Beyoncé’s “Formation” Hilarious

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At this point we all know Raven-Symoné doesn’t mind getting sent for—which is why she continues to go against the grain. Case in point: her calling Beyoncé’s new “Formation” song and video “hilarious.” Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Yes, Raven thought the video was funny. Interesting choice of words since most of us found it, […]

Michelle Obama Hosts African Dance Master Class at White House

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In another episode of #BlackGirlMagic, Michelle Obama hosted an event at the White House on Monday [February 8, 2016] where 51 young, Black female dancers came to take part in an African Master class. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Taught by the amazing Debbie Allen, the event was historic in the fact there had never […]

Sexpert Dr. Nikki Goldstein On How To Spice Up Your Valentine’s Day

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Sexologist and relationship expert Dr. Nikki Goldstein is one of the foremost authorities on love. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information With a background in psychology and counseling, she decided to become a source of knowledge for those in relationships after working as a family mediator. While at that job, she assisted couples and families who […]

[New Music] Zendaya Featuring Chris Brown “Something New”

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A prelude to the upcoming release of her sophomore album, Zendaya has teamed up with Chris Brown to bring us a crazy, sexy, cool single titled “Something New.” The track features a TLC sample of “Creep” in the arrangement, in addition to the lyrics. The track was co-produced by Babyface. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information […]

A State of Disaster Declared in Zimbabwe Due to Famine and Drought

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A state of disaster has been declared in Zimbabwe following severe drought in rural parts of the country. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information President Robert Mugabe made the declaration, though he has urged Zimbabweans not to panic. Currently, an estimated 2.4 million people are affected by the drought that was brought on by El Nino, […]

Donald Trump Wants a Re-Match in Iowa

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Donald Trump doesn’t know when to quit. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In the latest episode of “Stuff Donald Trump Says,” we have him calling for a new election in Iowa. He believes Ted Cruz, who won the Republican vote, committed fraud by spreading lies about other candidates, thus securing his win. Though Cruz did […]

Sydney Simpson Emerges As Interest In ‘The People Vs O.J. Simpson’ Grows

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Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information The FX channel’s The People vs O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story has reignited interest in the twisted like of OJ Simpson. With that comes a renewed interest in those involved in the case, specifically his children. Simpson and Nicole Brown Simpson had two children during their marriage, Sydney and Justin, […]

Boy Wins Settlement After Becoming Disabled From A Vaccine

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A young boy and his family have settled with the English government for $175,000 after he developed narcolepsy from receiving the swine flu vaccine. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Josh Hadfield, 10, from Frome in Somerset, England, received the Pandemrix vaccine (the H1N1 2009 influenza vaccine) six years ago, and afterwards he developed a severe […]

[New Music] Love & Hip Hop’s BBOD Release Two Solo Singles

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Love & Hip Hop: New York’s rap duo BBOD continues with their new weekly releases and this time around, they’re going at it solo. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Sexxy Lexxy drops “Need Her” featuring fellow Harlem rapper T-Rex, while Moe Money turns it up on “100 Bottles.” Listen to Sexxy Lexxy’s “Need Her”: Advertisement […]