Obama’s Half-Sister Tear-Gassed in Kenya Tax Hike Protest | WATCH

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*Barack Obama’s half-sister was tear-gassed on Tuesday in Kenya while participating in a protest over tax hikes.  Auma Obama spoke to CNN amid the demonstration, urging legislators to vote against a tax hike bill. “I can’t believe that these young people are just trying to demonstrate for their rights,” the Kenyan activist said in the […]

Kendrick Lamar Praised for Promoting ‘Potential Gang Truce in LA’

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*Kendrick Lamar returned to the streets of his hometown, Compton, to film the video for his hit record “Not Like Us.”  Hot New Hip Hop reports that over the Juneteenth holiday, Lamar reunited with his former Top Dawg Entertainment labelmates ScHoolboy Q, Ab-Soul, and Jay Rock. The filming comes days after Lamar’s “Pop Out – […]

Bill Cobbs, Veteran Actor Known for Iconic Roles, Passes Away at 90 | VIDEO

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*Bill Cobbs, a veteran actor whose career spanned several decades and over 120 television shows and movies, passed away at the age of 90 on June 25, 2024, at his home in California. Born on June 16, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio, Cobbs was celebrated for his versatile acting skills and warm personality, leaving behind a […]

Céline Dion Captures Her Harrowing and Agonizing 10-Minute Seizure in New Documentary | WATCH

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 *Celine Dion’s new documentary gives fans a raw behind-the-scenes look at the iconic superstar’s struggle with a life-altering illness.  Directed by Academy Award nominee Irene Taylor, I AM: CELINE DION highlights the singer’s battle with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS). According to the Mayo Clinic, Stiff Person Syndrome is a rare autoimmune disorder “characterized by involuntary stiffness of axial […]

New Lakers Coach JJ Redick Denies Calling a Black Woman the N-Word at Duke University

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*Lakers coach JJ Redick has denied allegations of using the N-word toward a Black woman during his time as a student at Duke University. According to CNN, Redick, a former NBA shooting guard with no prior coaching experience, was introduced on Monday as the Los Angeles Lakers’ new head coach.  “I have zero coaching experience […]

Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival 2024: The Review

Andra Day at Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival - via Timothy Norris

*It’s official. The Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival has found its groove! On the Father’s Day weekend of June 15-16, this 2024 edition found curators Kamasi Washington, Herbie Hancock, and the producers tapping into a perfectly paced lineup of talent that makes for an exquisite weekend playdate for friends, family, and lovers. The 80+ degree temperatures […]

André 3000 Announces New North American Tour Dates

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*André 3000 is taking his instrumental album “New Blue Sun” on tour again this fall.  We reported earlier that the project from the hip-hop star and one-half of the legendary group OutKast features eight instrumental tracks performed on flutes. This is André’s first full-length solo album and first musical effort in 17 years since OutKast’s […]

Florida Man Fatally Shoots Mom and Cousin, Dies in Police Shootout | Video

3 women dead, accused gunman killed in shootout with deputies

*A Florida man carried out a shooting rampage in Manatee County on Monday night, killing three women, including his mother and cousin.  Javontee Brice, 28, attempted to kill two ex-girlfriends before he died in a police shootout, Fox 13 reports.  “He seemed to have an agenda. He knew exactly who he wanted to kill, and […]

Jerry Rice and Daughter’s G.O.A.T. Fuel Partners with Chicago Sky – Now the Official Energy Drink of WNBA Franchise

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*G.O.A.T. Fuel is now the first official energy drink of the WNBA’s Chicago Sky. The partnership will include press conference integration, on-court logo placement, celebrity features, and in-arena activations. Fan engagement activities will include curated samplings, giveaways, and sweepstakes for fans. G.O.A.T. Fuel was the first official energy drink of the Los Angeles Lakers and […]

Stephen A. Smith Slams Diddy for Deleting Cassie Apology Video

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*Stephen A. Smith slammed Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs for removing his video apology to Cassie.  The disgraced music mogul removed all the posts on his Instagram last week, including the statement he issued days after CNN released surveillance footage showing Diddy assaulting Cassie in 2016 at a Los Angeles hotel. As we reported earlier, the disturbing […]

Kenya Moore Considers Legal Action After RHOA Sidelining Due to Revenge Porn Stunt

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*Kenya Moore will not return to “Real Housewives of Atlanta” Season 16 after being indefinitely sidelined for reportedly revealing sexually explicit posters of newcomer Brittany Eady. As we reported earlier, the suspension follows an explosive incident at Moore’s Hair Spa’s grand opening, per ATLien of StraightfromtheA.com. The grand opening event turned controversial when Moore allegedly […]

Nia Long Reflects on Pre-Motherhood Savings: ‘It Allowed Me to Send My Son to NYU’

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*Actress Nia Long shared her journey to motherhood during a panel discussion at the 2024 American Black Film Festival and how prudent financial savings enabled her to fund her eldest son’s college education without relying on loans. Afrotech reports that Ally Financial hosted the panel “Money and Mindfulness: A Conversation with Nia Long,” where the […]