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Comedian/Actress Tiffany Haddish doesn’t have plans on slowing down her career anytime soon. On July 13, 2020 Focus Features announced they have acquired Academy Award® nominee Paul Schrader’s revenge thriller The Card Counter out of Cannes’ virtual market. The Card Counter brings together the talents of Golden Globe winner Oscar Isaac (Inside Llewyn Davis), Emmy Award winner […]
On Sunday, July 12, 2020, it was reported that Houston recording artist/rapper, Megan Thee Stallion, was injured during a shooting at a house party in Los Angeles, CA. Previous reports stated that she suffered an injury to her foot from broken glass; however, we now know the extent of what really happened that night. Megan […]
The Social Justice Organization, Until Freedom, led a group of protesters in Louisville, KY to demand justice for Breonna Taylor on Tuesday, July 14. The group included Houston’s own Trae The Truth, Porsha Williams, Yandy Smith, Tamika D. Mallory and more. 87 protesters were arrested on 3 charges at the home of Kentucky AG Daniel […]
1.) Terry Ellis – “Angry Black Woman” Known for being one of the original members of the world-renowned girl group, En Vogue, singer, and songwriter Terry Ellis released a new single titled “Angry Black Woman” that will resonate with your spirit and soul. As an outcry to the police brutality towards Black people, Terry Ellis […]
As a connoisseur of flavorful foods, I appreciate the various cultures that make our world a big beautiful melting pot of goodness. Tex-Mex, a blend of Texas and Mexican cuisine, is an all-time favorite food experience I will forever treasure in the Lone Star State. One dish in particular that I enjoy is Elote or […]
As an observer and lover of data, I was quite anxious to review the Louisville Metro Police Department’s OIS (Officer Involved Shooting) transparency report that is available to the public online. Most of this knowledge may not be surprising or new to many, but I observed some significant vital points that may address why it […]
Congratulations to Beyoncé on receiving the BET Humanitarian Award for her years of impactful philanthropic service. In honor of our symbolic history, Beyonce Knowles-Carter created a film to unearth the richness of our culture. BLACK IS KING will arrive via streaming July 31st on the Disney+ digital channel. Originally produced to coincide with the release […]
During tonight’s broadcast of the 20th BET Awards, the trailer for Aretha Franklin’s biopic was revealed. Aretha Franklin handpicked Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson to play her in the upcoming biopic Respect, following Franklin’s life from singing in her father’s church, to becoming one of the most iconic figures in the music industry. Joining Hudson in the cast […]
The inspirational fight for justice will not occur overnight or in a week, month, or a year’s timeframe. Equality for all shall render a marathon approach. This modern-day walk or sprint towards justice requires physical and mental strength to combat the roots of systemic racism that have held our country’s fibers for centuries. Our ancestors […]
Happy Juneteenth Day! Many adults may not know or understand the implications of why June 19th is celebrated across the country. In 1863 Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Procalamation declaring freedom for all slaves. However, it wasn’t until two years later on June 19, 1865 when slaves residing in Galveston, Texas, learned about their newfound […]