Rapper, technologist and journalist, Casey Gane-McCalla has released his first book, “Inside The CIA’s Secret War In Jamaica.” The book tells the untold story of the CIA’s 1976 campaign to overthrow Democratic Socialist President, Michael Manley through propaganda, economic sabotage and political violence. The book sheds light on the CIA’s involvement in the 1976 assassination… Continue reading Inside The CIA’s Secret War In Jamaica
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Erykah Badu and Stephen Marley Headline Tampa’s 5th Annual Gasparilla Music Festival
Tampa’s Gasparilla Music Festival Ready To Celebrate Its Fifth Season Featuring Erykah Badu, Stephen “Ragga” Marley, Antibalas, MS MR,Kermit Ruffins & The Barbecue Swingers Greensky Bluegrass, Charles Bradley and His Extraordinaires, Carlos Varela, theNEWDEAL and more…. Following its exciting 2015 SELL OUT, The Gasparilla Music Festival (GMF), presented by SYKES, announces the complete line… Continue reading Erykah Badu and Stephen Marley Headline Tampa’s 5th Annual Gasparilla Music Festival
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Jordan Coleman Selected to Present at American University TEDx Event
New Jersey Native & American University Junior, Award-Winning Filmmaker Jordan Coleman Has Been Selected to Present at American University TEDx event New York, NY – Award-Winning Filmmaker Jordan Coleman will be one of the speakers selected for this year’s TEDx event at American University on Saturday, February 27, 2016 from 10:00 AM to… Continue reading Jordan Coleman Selected to Present at American University TEDx Event
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The 5Ws: Shaun Chambers
Who: Shaun Chambers What: BODYROC Fit Lab is an innovative fusion of fitness and entertainment: a signature 1,000 calorie workout comprised of weight training, treadmills, and heavy bag boxing, paired with high intensity playlists and the hottest live DJ entertainment. Build lean muscle, melt away fat, and transform your body’s composition, all in a dance club… Continue reading The 5Ws: Shaun Chambers
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Anthony Brown & group therApy Win Big at 31st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards
ANTHONY BROWN & GROUP THERAPY SWEEPS 31st ANNUAL STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS WITH HISTORIC 10 FOR 10 WIN Charles Jenkins & Fellowship Chicago’s “Any Given Sunday” Takes Four Awards; And Tasha Cobbs’ “One Place Live” Rounds Out Top 3 Winners with Three Wins Gospel Music’s Biggest Night Premieres on TV One, Sunday, March 6… Continue reading Anthony Brown & group therApy Win Big at 31st Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards
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TOP 365 QUOTES AND LIFE LESSONS FROM BLACK MILLIONAIRES AND BILLIONAIRES
NEW BOOK REVEALS TOP 365 QUOTES AND LIFE LESSONS FROM BLACK MILLIONAIRES AND BILLIONAIRES — The best inspirational quotes from Bob Johnson, Oprah Winfrey, Daymond John, Russell Simmons, Tyler Perry, Cathy Hughes, and more! — Nationwide (BlackNews.com) — Successful Black business owners have been saying a lot over the years, but perhaps we haven’t been… Continue reading TOP 365 QUOTES AND LIFE LESSONS FROM BLACK MILLIONAIRES AND BILLIONAIRES
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It Needs To Be CED: Instead of Protesting Beyonce, Police Need to Protest Ignorance
So now Miami cops want to boycott Beyoncé‘s upcoming show April 27th in Florida. Police officers, who are supposed to protect citizens, are now choosing to voice displeasure at artists’ freedom of speech. Granted, they don’t have to agree but they should have other major concerns to worry and comment about. How about the police force combating… Continue reading It Needs To Be CED: Instead of Protesting Beyonce, Police Need to Protest Ignorance
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“Caraoke Showdown” Hosted by Craig Robinson for Spike TV
Spike TV Creating “Caraoke Showdown” Hosted by Craig Robinson SPIKE TV CREATING “CARAOKE SHOWDOWN” HOSTED BY CRAIG ROBINSON New Original Special Executive Produced By Howie Mandel’s Alevy Productions Spike is partnering with Howie Mandel’s Alevy Productions to create a fun new game show, “Caraoke Showdown,” hosted and executive produced by television and film star Craig Robinson.… Continue reading “Caraoke Showdown” Hosted by Craig Robinson for Spike TV
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‘Codegirl’ to Make US Debut on Pivot February 24th
CODEGIRL TO MAKE U.S. TV PREMIERE ON PIVOT ON FEBRUARY 24TH On February 24th at 7:00pm ET, Pivot, Participant Media’s television network, will air the U.S. TV premiere of CODEGIRL, a documentary about teams of young women competing in Technovation, an international competition that challenges female students to create life-changing mobile apps that will help solve societal issues. From rural areas… Continue reading ‘Codegirl’ to Make US Debut on Pivot February 24th
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American Black Film Festival and McDonald’s Returns with “My Community” Video Competition
Back for its second year, McDonald’s USA and the American Black Film Festival invite emerging filmmakers to enter McDonald’s “My Community” Video Competition. Filmmakers are challenged to create one 90-second video that illustrates McDonald’s 365Black mantra, “Deeply Rooted in Your Community.” Aspiring filmmakers nationwide are encouraged to enter their best, original submissions by 11:59 p.m.… Continue reading American Black Film Festival and McDonald’s Returns with “My Community” Video Competition
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Destination America Presents ‘GHOST BROTHERS’
Credit: Destination America DESTINATION AMERICA UNLEASHES A FRESH – OFTEN FUNNY – TAKE ON GHOST HUNTING WITH THE TELL-IT-LIKE-IT-IS ‘GHOST BROTHERS’ BEGINNING APRIL 15 — Destination America Brings First African American Paranormal Investigation Team to Television — Juwan Mass, Dalen Spratt and Marcus Harvey are the new faces of ghost hunting … Continue reading Destination America Presents ‘GHOST BROTHERS’
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BET Networks Presents ‘WENDY’S STYLE SQUAD’
From L-R: Bevy Smith, Robert Verdi, Wendy Williams and Lloyd Boston will break down the red carpet fashions of major awards shows on Wendy’S Style Squad Tuesday, February 16, at 9 PM ET/PT on BET. How You Stylin’? BET Networks Goes Fashion Forward with the Launch of New Red Carpet Fashion Specials Series, ‘WENDY’S STYLE… Continue reading BET Networks Presents ‘WENDY’S STYLE SQUAD’
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All Def Movie Awards Hosted By Tony Rock
All Def Digital, the fastest growing video programming brand in hip hop and youth culture, is hosting the first-ever All Def Movie Awards just days before the Oscars, at the World Famous TCL Chinese 6 Theatres. The live event will be held on February 24 and hosted by Tony Rock. Awards will be recognized by… Continue reading All Def Movie Awards Hosted By Tony Rock
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HENDRIXROE to Debut New Men’s Line at TOM* Toronto Men’s Fashion Week
HENDRIXROE to Debut New Men’s Line at TOM* Toronto Men’s Fashion Week HENDRIXROE is the passion of an upcoming Canadian based fashion designer, Jordan Erin McKay (JEM). JEM has created the HENDRIXROE fashion label and associated “By Appointment Only” fashion boutique to appeal and cater to an affluent and trend setting clientele. From a young… Continue reading HENDRIXROE to Debut New Men’s Line at TOM* Toronto Men’s Fashion Week
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BET Networks Partners with the American Black Film Festival to Produce the 2016 ABFF Awards: A Celebration of Hollywood
BET Networks Partners with the American Black Film Festival to Produce the 2016 ABFF Awards: A Celebration of Hollywood Premiering Tuesday, February 23rd at 8pm ET/PT Don Cheadle, Regina King and Ryan Coogler Join Diahann Carroll and Will Packer as Honorees for an Evening Celebrating Excellence in Entertainment ABFF Ventures and BET Networks announced their… Continue reading BET Networks Partners with the American Black Film Festival to Produce the 2016 ABFF Awards: A Celebration of Hollywood
