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Actor/Filmaker Tackles Taboo Topic of Homophobia in Jamaica

What happens when an actor living in New York is inspired by the current social conflicts of Jamaica? The answer is Excuses For Jeff, a film written, produced and starring 27 year-old Gibrey Allen. In the gut wrenching Excuses For Jeff, Allen tackles the controversial and taboo topic of homophobia in Jamaica. With his portrayal [...]

Legend and Creator of Soul Train Don Cornelius Has Died

Don Cornelius, the deep voiced creator of the iconic “Soul Train” has died.  Police found the body of Cornelius, at his house in the area of Los Angeles called Sherman Oaks at around 4 a.m on Wednesday. He was later pronounced dead at a local hospital. “The death was reported as an apparent suicide, a [...]

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RADIO ONE/TV ONE FOUNDER & CHAIRPERSON CATHY HUGHES TO RECEIVE NAACP CHAIRMAN’S AWARD AT 43rd NAACP IMAGE AWARDS

RADIO ONE/TV ONE FOUNDER & CHAIRPERSON  CATHY HUGHES TO RECEIVE NAACP CHAIRMAN’S AWARD AT 43rd NAACP IMAGE AWARDS

  Broadcast airs February 17th on NBC  (Los Angeles, CA) – TV One Founder and President Cathy Hughes will receive the NAACP Chairman’s Award during the 43rd NAACP Image Awards, broadcast live on Friday, February 17th (8:00-10:00 PM EST) on NBC. The Chairman’s Award, chosen by NAACP Chairman Roslyn M. Brock, is bestowed in recognition [...]

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Making Life Sweet at the Cupcake Place!

With a heart of gold, an imagination for success and a passion for baking, Terrie Ferguson is living proof that dreams do come true. Although her business is only 9 months old, she’s already focused on  opening 2 other locations, has been approached for a reality TV show,and has already knocked out her competitors in [...]

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Book Review: Makin’ Do, Seventy year old Debut Author Explores “Generational Curse”

Book Review: Makin’ Do,  Seventy year old Debut Author Explores “Generational Curse”

This autobiographical tale of child neglect and abuse as a result of poor choices, shares the harsh reality of the term “generational curse”. What makes this book so poignant is that 70-year-old Doris Gerber, who barely finished the 8th grade, wrote it.  In her debut novel Makin’ Do; she shares memories of her life with her [...]

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Commodities and Currencies

Commodities and Currencies In the economic and financial environment that we currently have with news (economic, financial and policy actions), it is difficult to sort the noise from the facts. I have expressed my bullish views on all commodities for the long term; I consider 2012 to be a year for reinforcing my bullish long [...]

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Artists Greg “The Glassman” Holder pays Tribute to Red Tails

In the spirit of history and inspiration, the elegant Hourglass Art & Wine Gallery recently presented the unveiling of a masterpiece depicting the courageous and honorable Tuskegee Airman.  Created by artist Greg “The Glass Man” Holder, the original artwork pays tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen, Red Tails. The visually stunning piece features the craftsmanship and [...]

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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR., FEDERAL HOLIDAY, 2012

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR., FEDERAL HOLIDAY, 2012

- – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On a hot summer day nearly half a century ago, an African American preacher with no official title or rank gave voice to our Nation’s deepest aspirations, sharing his dream of an America that ensured the true [...]

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Must See Film, Red Tails: An Epic Tale of the Celebrated Tuskegee Airmen

Release Date:  January 20, 2012 Starring: Bryan Cranston, Terrence Howard, Cuba Gooding Jr. , Nate Parker, Jr. and and Neyo Director: Anthony Hemingway

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Author/Entrepreneur Keith Douglas Addresses the True Definition of Wealth

Keith Douglas, author of the novel The Power to Get Wealth: No Money Required, wants to instill the lesson in his readers that money does not define wealth.  In today’s world of actors and athletes who make millions of dollars and flaunt it through expensive material things, people have lost the meaning of  what wealth [...]

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