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“Strong Island” is a Raw Documentary about Social Injustice

Yance Ford's Strong Island is a cry for social justice. The documentary is about William Ford, a black teacher, who was shot and killed in 1992 by auto shop employee, Mark Reilly, over arguments about delays. The film also highlights the devastation on Ford's death had on his family. When the case was brought before…

ByEndíaSeptember 22, 20170Comments

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Senate Kills Education and Healthcare with $700 Billion Increase in the Military’s Budget

The senate has passed a bill that increases the military's budget by $700 BILLION! Yes, you read that correctly. A single section of our country's infrastructure has been awarded $700 billion in funds. This leaves the equally, if not presently more, important sections of education and healthcare with virtually nothing. The bill, the National Defense Authorization…

ByMorgan HarrisonSeptember 22, 20170Comments

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Let’s Revisit Pharrell’s Politically-Charged Speech at the Hip-Hop Honors Awards

"Open your eyes. You keep saying you don't know what's going on on television; what's happening to us. Open your eyes-and if you look how I look, then you know how we got here..." words were spoken by on national television yesterday, September 19, 2017. It is clear whom his speech was directed, why and for…

ByChildish KiddSeptember 21, 20170Comments

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Harvard Honors Ava DuVernay & LL Cool J With W.E.B. Du Bois Medals

"Selma" director Ava DuVernay and rapper LL Cool J are among the recipients of Harvard University's 2017 W.E.B. Du Bois medals. This medal honors those who have made significant contributions to African and African-American history and culture. Other medalists this year include political strategist Donna Brazile, artist Kara Walker, Microsoft Chairman John Thompson and others. DuVernay…

BySheri-kae McLeodSeptember 21, 20170Comments

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André 3000 Lands Huge Role in Sci-Fi Film ‘High Life

Rapper André 3000 of legendary hip-hop group Outkast, has landed a role in an upcoming science-fiction film, High Life, from acclaimed French filmmaker Claire Denis in her English-language film début. The rapper, whose real name is André Benjamin, will join Robert Pattinson, Mia Goth, Juliette Binoche and more in High Life. According to Variety, who broke the…

BySheri-kae McLeodSeptember 20, 20170Comments

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Lifetime Introduces Flint Movie Starring Queen Latifah & Jill Scott

The Lifetime Network is making an original movie based on the Flint water crisis. According to Deadline, "Flint" featuring Queen Latifah, Betsy Brandt, Jill Scott, Marin Ireland, and Lyndie Greenwood will premiere October 28 on the cable television network. The film is based on the story of several activists in the city that brought the water crisis to a…

BySheri-kae McLeodSeptember 19, 20170Comments

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Meet Brooklyn Wing House, Brooklyn’s First Black Owned Wing Shop EVER

Brooklyn is Wingin’ It! On August 19th, Brooklyn natives Andre and Larry graced Brooklyn with its very first Black-Owned wing spot. Brooklyn Wing House, located at 1218 Union Street, made its début, providing wings and other savory foods for Crown Heights residents. We are officially back open and ready for business. pic.twitter.com/NO7KbgIclP —…

ByNaosha GreggSeptember 19, 20171Comment

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#ICYMI: Selena Gomez Reveals Kidney Transplant & Her BFF Francia Raisa Was the Donor

Selena Gomez has made the shock revelation that she’s undergone a kidney transplant. The 25-year-old performer broke the news by sharing a picture on Instagram of herself in a hospital bed, revealing her battle with Lupus had led her best friend Francia Raisa (Bring It On: All or Nothing and The Secret Life of the American…

BySheri-kae McLeodSeptember 18, 20170Comments

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Serena Williams Shares Her Pregnancy Journey and Baby Pics

Serena Williams shared an adorable video of her new daughter on Wednesday morning, along with a video documenting her entire pregnancy. She posted the Instagram story almost two weeks after giving birth on September 1, an event she also included in the video. In addition, the tennis superstar also revealed that the baby girl is named Alexis…

BySheri-kae McLeodSeptember 15, 20170Comments

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Jaden Smith stars in African-American led Anime ‘Neo Yokio’ on Netflix

Jaden Smith is starring in a new African American-led anime on Netflix as the character Kaz Kaan, a “magistocrat” in the futuristic city of Neo Yokio. According to Deadline, Neo Yokio is created by Ezra Koenig of the band Vampire Weekend. In this fictional world, the only people who are allowed to use magic are the rich and…

BySheri-kae McLeodSeptember 13, 20171Comment

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Michaela Coel Will Star in Netflix’s New Musical, “Been So Long”

You may know actor and screenwriter Michaela Coel from Netflix's popular hit show, Chewing Gum. The British star recently told the public that there will not be a third season because of the persistent stress. Unbeknownst to many, she was the only writer on the show, which she herself admits is ridiculous. She told her fans…

ByKelvin CollinsSeptember 11, 20170Comments

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The Powerpuff Girls Are Getting a Fourth Member !!

The Powerpuff Girls were the ultimate triple threat! However, Buttercup, Blossom and Bubbles are adding a new member to their already iconic gang. According to Cartoon Network, the crime-fighting sisters will get a fourth girl joining their ranks for their new film. However the Network have yet to reveal anything else about her. What we do know is…

BySheri-kae McLeodSeptember 10, 20170Comments