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Will There Ever Be Unity in Africa?
(The Root) -- This year, African heads of state are celebrating 50 years of Pan-Africanism through the African Union and its progenitor, the Organization of African Unity. Heads of state are meeting on Saturday at AU headquarters inShow More Summary
Yes, Fried Chicken Jokes are Racist
When I heard that a golfer had made a “joke” about Tiger Woods and fried chicken, I had to doublecheck to make sure it wasn’t 1997 all over again. That was the year Frank “Fuzzy” Zoeller was asked for his thoughts about Woods’ impending...Show More Summary
BOSSIP Exclusive: Sneak Peek At Trailer For Toya & Memphitz’s New Show “The Wright Way” [Video]
Memphitz and Toya are taking on TV together! What are they gonna say about those K.Michelle abuse allegations? We did a lil sneaky sleuthing and found a rough trailer for a new reality show about Memphitz and Toya —
Fawk A Hater: Chrissy Teigen Says Everything Is Find With Her R&B Boo Thang John Legend, Tells The New York Post To Kick Rocks
Chrissy girl we all have to put on a brave face in public.
Chrissy Teigen Denies Cheating Rumors
According to Hip Hollywood
Singer John Legend and Sports Illustrated model Chrissy Teigen may tie the knot later this year, but the
Who Was the 1st Black Duke?
Editor's Note: For those who are wondering about the retro title of this black history series, please take a moment to learn about historian Joel A. Rogers, author of the 1934 book 100 Amazing Facts About the Negro With Complete Proof, to whom these "amazing facts" are an homage. (The Root) -- Amazing Fact About the Negro No. Show More Summary
Randy Jackson jumps ship – Is ‘American Idol’ sinking?
Randy Jackson of American Idol judge jumps ship - Is 'American Idol' about to sink? On Thursday, Andy Jackson, the last of the original judges of "American Idol," announced that he's voting himself off the program at the end of this season. Along with Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul, the musician and producer was one [...]Show More Summary
Black Folks, We Better Get Moving
(The Root) -- Last week I moderated a panel on 3-D printing at the Milken Institute's Global Conference, where two CEOs offered insights into this technology that has the potential to disrupt gun safety, manufacturing and possibly the geopolitical relationships between countries. Show More Summary
The Selective Outrage Of Female Rap Fans (aka: Why Does Drake Get A Free Pass?!?)
As you all know, I'm a cRap music aficionado. The more ignant the better. No, I don't financially support these artists, cause lets face it: there's so much free cRap music out there that's legally obtainable that it makes no sense to actually make a purchase anymore. Show More Summary
Antoine Dodson Goes Straight?
Hide your wives, hide your girlfriends! According to the social media sphere, Antoine Dodson, who rose to fame after a clip of him on the news went viral, has prayed his gay away with the Black Hebrew Israelites. In a flurry of tweets...Show More Summary
Nicki Minaj Goes Off Online
The beef between American Idol judges Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey seems to be heating up again, and gossip blogger Perez Hilton is stirring the pot. Mariah took a little shot at Nicki during Wednesday night’s episode of Idol, and Perez fanned the flames on his website. Show More Summary
A Most Respectable Outing: Why Jason Collins’ Historic Announcement May Change Very Little by Kwame Holmes
A Most Respectable Outing: Why Jason Collins’ Historic Announcement May Change Very Little by Kwame Holmes | special to NewBlackMan (in Exile) Though you couldn’t tell from the overwhelming media attention and, to paraphrase Mark Anthony Neal, a nation-wide collective backslapping, Jason Collins is not the world’s first black gay man. Show More Summary
10 People Who Don't Understand Who Kris Kross Is
(The Root) -- In the midst of Twitter mourning the loss of Chris Kelly, half of the '90s rap duo Kris Kross, who died Wednesday, there was a faction of folks who were just plumb confused about it all. We don't know which is worse: having no idea who Kris Kross is or thinking that it was singer Christopher Cross who passed away. Show More Summary
Mariah Carey Renews Vows, Shares on Social Media
Earlier this week, Mariah Carey and her hubby Nick Cannon renewed their wedding vows at Disneyland, marking 5 years of wedded bliss with their adorable babies, Monroe and Moroccan (referred to as #dembabies on Twitter), in tow. I’m sure you can imagine what the ceremony was like: lots of glitz, bling, sparkle, fanfare, and over-the-top dramatics. Show More Summary
The Limited Ability Of The Black Progressive Fundamentalist Intellectuals To DEVELOP The Black Community Though Subtracting The "Black Consciousness" From Politics
Dr. Boyce & Yvette: Tom Joyner, Michael Baisden, Black Radio and OppressionThis is not the video that prompted my observation of how (nearly) the totality of the Prevailing Black Consciousness is AMERICAN POLITICS, but it sufficiently...Show More Summary
3 Play Thursday - Christmas Songs We Really Didn't Need.
3 Play Thursday is BACK!!! Today: Christmas Songs We Really Didn't Need..Christmas is my favorite time of year, especially now that I've got two three kids to go broke buying Thomas and Disney Pixar Cars and various girly stuff for shop for. Show More Summary
For The Ladies: Some Hump Day Heat From Newcomer Lamar Starzz “Hurt Nobody” [Video]
We see you Lamarr, over there tryin’ to channel D’Angelo! Owwwww. Happy Hump Day! Someone sent over this teaser for a video from new artist Lamar Starzz so we figured, why not share. After all, sharing is caring. Riiiiight?
Promo: Queer Sounds & Eccentric Acts in the Post-Soul Era on the April 22nd 'Left of Black' w/ Professor Francesca Royster
DePaul University Professor Francesa Royster joins host Mark Anthony Neal on the Monday, April 22nd episode of Left of Black. Royster is the author of the new book Sounding Like a No-No: Queer Sounds and Eccentric Acts in the Post-Soul Era (University of Michigan Press). The stream url for Monday's Left of Black is: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z11tMpXq55A
Win a BET “The Game” Prize Pack!
Win a BET “The Game” Prize Pack! Watch this week’s episode of BET.com’s “The Sideline Wrap-Up” and share your thoughts on “The Game” in the comments section. The funniest, most original comment about “The Game” will win a cool
African Leadership Academy
Greeting’s Everyone! I first have to say that the post Rant from a BlackYo Da! is a good article. Education is … Continue reading »
When a Spanking Becomes Abuse
(The Root) -- Thanks to a shocking new video, many Americans got a troubling reminder of why we still need National Child Abuse Prevention Month, which is designated in April to raise awareness of the issue. Last week, footage surfaced...Show More Summary
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