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Hip Hop Veteran Ja Rule and Pencils of Promise Break Ground for School In Ghana

By Courtneyb / April 12, 2024

Yesterday marked a significant milestone in the journey towards global education as Hip Hop icon Ja Rule, in partnership with...

[WATCH] Bobb’e J. Reveals Run-In with Tracy Morgan

By Courtneyb / April 11, 2024

Recently, comedian Bobb'e J. Thompson took to social media to share a humbling lesson he was taught from his early...

[WATCH] Kodak Black On Breaking His Pill Addiction: ‘I Never Been This Happy In My Life’

By Sha Be Allah / April 8, 2024

South Florida rap standout Kodak Black took to Instagram to talk about his road to recovery, telling his fans and...

R. Kelly’s Legal Saga Continues: Faith Rodgers’ Mother Ordered for Deposition

By Courtneyb / April 7, 2024

In the ongoing legal battle surrounding R. Kelly, new developments have emerged as Faith Rodgers' mother has been ordered to...

Nick Cannon Opens Up About Son’s Autism Diagnosis on World Autism Awareness Day

By Courtneyb / April 3, 2024

Nick Cannon and Abby De La Rosa's family received heartfelt attention this week as they shared a personal update about...

B.G. Faces Possible Return to Prison for Parole Violation After Vegas Performance

By Courtneyb / March 31, 2024

Former Hot Boys rapper B.G. finds himself in legal trouble once again, as reports emerge suggesting that he could be...

Former Nickelodeon Star Chris Massey Disputes Mother’s Support of Dan Schneider Amid Allegations

By Courtneyb / March 30, 2024

The world of children's television has been rocked by allegations of misconduct and abuse directed at former Nickelodeon showrunner and...

[WATCH} Arrest Made In Vicious Harlem Liquor Store Attack

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February 4, 2021

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An arrest was made in a vicious attack against a woman who was brutally attacked outside a Harlem liquor store after she declined a man’s offer to pay for a bottle of wine. The NYPD said one of the suspects... Read Article

Protect Us: Harlem Mom Killed After Confronting Man Who Groped Her

Courtneyb

February 2, 2021

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A Harlem mom was fatally shot after she approached a man who had just groped her on the street . 29-year-old Shadina Smith, mother of one, was shot three times in the chest and killed near her apartmen... Read Article

[WATCH] Bronx Dad Caught Abusing Kids On Train Arrested ‘I Need Help’

Courtneyb

February 2, 2021

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The Bronx father seen in the viral video punching a child and grabbing the other by his hair at a Bronx subway station was arrested on Friday. The troubled mad said he's suffering and needs help. Detectives... Read Article

[WATCH] What Happened To The Man With The Golden Voice?

Courtneyb

January 23, 2021

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Who remembers Ted Williams, the man with the golden voice? In January 2011, with few possessions other than a handwritten sign he held as cars drove by, Ted Williams stood in the cold at a busy intersection... Read Article

Whole Foods CEO Says Americans Need Better Diets Instead of Healthcare

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January 5, 2021

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The owner of Whole Foods has made a declaration that many already know, but few will actually take heed to; Americans need to eat better. Whole Foods CEO John Mackey has received a lot of backlash for his s... Read Article

Dame Dash Explains Why He’s ‘100%’ Taking the Vaccine, How He Manages Diabetes During the Pandemic

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December 23, 2020

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Dame Dash was only 15 years old when he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, which is the same year he lost his mother to an asthma attack. He recalled when he began exhibiting the symptoms and thought he co... Read Article

Famous Dex Checks Into Drug Rehab After Disturbing Images Go Viral

Sha Be Allah

December 21, 2020

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According to a report from AllHipHop, Famous Dex has checked himself into drug rehab after several concerning images went public over the weekend, leaving fans and critics to express their concern online. D... Read Article

Offset Reveals That He Lost An Uncle to COVID-19

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December 18, 2020

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Offset recently celebrated his birthday amid the coronavirus pandemic. He got some heat online for hosting a seemingly mask-less, packed event, but that's the economy in Atlanta is open. “Dealing with this... Read Article

[WATCH] Funkmaster Flex Shows Off His Liposuction Procedure

Sha Be Allah

December 1, 2020

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Legendary NYC DJ and Hot 97 mainstay Funkmaster Flex took to social media to share the intimate details of his 40 lb. weight loss procedure via liposuction. While some people criticized Flex for putting hi... Read Article

[WATCH] Indoor Gatherings Causing Huge Increase In COVID-19 Cases

Courtneyb

November 8, 2020

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United States Covid-19 numbers are at an all-time high since election day and cases are increasing in every state compared to last week. The United States reported more than 128,000 new coronavirus cases Fr... Read Article

First Kanye, 50 Cent And Now Lil Wayne: We Need Our Men Today

Courtneyb

November 3, 2020

First it was Kanye, then 50 Cent and now Lil Wayne standing beside arguably--- one of the most controversial presidents of our lifetime. At this very moment, the United States is struggling to find compassi... Read Article

Newark New Jersey Announces Second Shutdown Due To Rapid Increase In Coronavirus Cases

Courtneyb

October 28, 2020

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An increase in coronavirus cases has just resulted in a second shutdown in Newark, New Jersey. The city decided to jump into action after its positivity rate soared over 11% in mid-October, the highest sinc... Read Article

The FDA Approves The Anti-Viral Remdesivir As Its First COVID-19 Treatment Drug

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October 22, 2020

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According to a recent report from the Associated Press, U.S. regulators approved the first drug to treat COVID-19: Remdesivir, an antiviral medicine given to hospitalized patients intravenously. The drug, w... Read Article

Chika Reveals Photo of Her Skin Condition to ‘Challenge the Norms Of Social Media’

Courtneyb

October 21, 2020

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Nigerian-American rapper/actress Chika recently posted a raw image of herself on her Instagram opening up about a skin condition that has troubled her. Titling her post 'Skin Appreciation Post', Chika mentions... Read Article

[WATCH] COVID-19 Cases Soar As 42 States Are Trending Up

Courtneyb

October 18, 2020

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As fall approaches, coronavirus cases are soaring again in the U.S. in all but eight states. Hawaii, California, Arizona, Idaho, Wyoming, North Dakota, Georgia, and Vermont are the exception to the rise in... Read Article

[WATCH] Media Maven Roland Martin Breaks Down in Tears During Visit to Voting Polls

Courtneyb

October 14, 2020

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Esteemed journalist Roland S. Martin broke down in tears yesterday after an emotional visit to the voting polls near his home in Texas. He posted a video to his Instagram of the massive lines at the voting pol... Read Article

[WATCH] Dining Inside The NBA Bubble During The Pandemic

Courtneyb

October 13, 2020

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This year's basketball season in the bubble was definitely one we will remember. Top chef Alexia Grant was one of the 10 chefs invited to cook for the players inside the infamous NBA bubble. From her ... Read Article

[WATCH] Actress Rosario Dawson Posts A Shocking Video Urging People to Vote This Election

Courtneyb

October 8, 2020

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Actress Rosario Dawson is no stranger to speaking her mind on politics. The Hollywood star and activist have used her voice to raise awareness on several issues including the upcoming election. Back in March, ... Read Article

[WATCH] Why Usher, Lizzo, Ava Duvernay And More Choose Veganism

Courtneyb

October 8, 2020

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Whether you use Instagram, or Facebook, veganism appears to be at an all time high. Celebrities are using their platforms to share their food transitions and experience with veganism. Usher, Lizzo and Ava Duve... Read Article

[WATCH] Black Thought, Lady Luck, Daveed Diggs And More Flip New Social Media Challenge #45Lies

Courtneyb

October 5, 2020

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I love hip hop! Lyricist Marc Bamuthi Joseph launched the #45Lies challenge on his website and Instagram and MC's are spitting political fire. “45 lyricists from around the country each take 45 second... Read Article