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Mary J. Blige said “I used to hate everything about me. The sound of my voice, the sound of my speaking voice. And I used to just be afraid to hear any music back,” On an episode of TODAY With Hoda and Jenna from Wednesdsay (March 8), the R&B/Soul icon revealed some surprising thoughts about her own […]
The city of Pittsburgh welcomes the Wilson’s. Russell Wilson signs a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers after his unfair release from the Denver Broncos a couple of weeks ago. With Coach Mike Tomlin and Russell Wilson’s experience let’s make Pittsburgh great again. Russell Wilson’s hurried deal with Steelers may say a lot about his […]
Rickey Minor, an Emmy Award-winning bassist, conductor, and composer, has been named the musical director for the 2024 Academy Awards, marking a significant milestone in his illustrious career. Minor, known for his work with notable artists and prestigious events, shared his journey from being inspired by the Jackson Five at a young age to becoming […]
The debate around daylight saving time (DST) is ongoing, with discussions at both the federal and state levels about ending the biannual time change. In March 2022, the Senate passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make DST permanent, but the House has yet to take it up due to higher priorities and criticism about the […]
Dyaisha Fair, a 5-foot-5 guard from Rochester and a Syracuse University player, has defied the odds to make her mark in NCAA women’s basketball history. Starting her journey with a bold declaration to her high school coach at Edison Tech, Fair faced skepticism due to her height but never let it deter her ambition. She […]
A roundup of recent good news from the Black entertainment and sports community: 1. Queen Latifah is set to host the 55th NAACP Image Awards for the second consecutive time, with special honors going to Amanda Gorman and June Ambrose. 2. LeBron James is expanding his portfolio with three new documentaries on the History Channel, […]
The introduction of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (D.E.I.) rules at the Oscars has sparked a range of reactions within the film industry. Instituted in response to the national reckoning over racial justice, these rules require films to meet certain criteria in four main categories relating to both onscreen and offscreen representation, including the diversity of […]
As of August 31, 2023, volunteer firefighters in New York State could receive stipends for completing specific training courses, as announced by Governor Kathy Hochul. This initiative aims to bolster the state’s volunteer fire service by offering a stipend of over $700 per course, with additional local stipends up to $500 for completing certain training […]
The 55th NAACP Image Awards, hosted by Queen Latifah, will celebrate notable achievements in the entertainment industry on March 16, 2024, airing live on BET and CBS. This year, the GRAMMY®-nominated group New Edition will be inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame, joining the ranks of previous inductees like Eddie Murphy and […]
In response to rising transit crime in New York City, Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the deployment of 750 National Guard members, along with state and MTA police officers, to conduct mandatory bag checks at busy subway stations. This initiative aims to reassure commuters following a series of violent incidents in the transit system. Passengers […]