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More Black History: Forest Whitaker and Jennifer Hudson Win Oscars

Forest Whitaker's intense performance in "The Last King of Scotland" was so overpowering, there was no choice but to give him the Oscar for best actor. Jennifer Hudson also won an Oscar for her first movie, playing a powerhouse vocalist in "Dreamgirls". [Read More]

Beyoncé Covers This Year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue

Beyonce has hit another high note, claiming the coveted cover shot of this year's Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue in a yellow-and-pink bikini. "The Dreamgirl As You've Never Seen Her," a cover headline teases. There's also a photo spread inside the magazine. [Read More]

Accidental Mix of Prescription Drugs Killed R&B Singer Gerald Levert

The drugs in his bloodstream included the narcotic pain relievers Vicodin, Percocet and Darvocet, along with anxiety medication Xanax and two over-the-counter antihistamines, Geauga County Coroner Kevin Chartrand said. The official cause of death was acute intoxication, and the death was ruled accidental. [Read More]

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African-American Psychologist Releases New Book Emphasizing Self-Education, Self-Responsibility and Self-Care
Trained as a Clinical Psychologist, Dr. U-Shaka Craig releases his highly-anticipated first book detailing the need for a radical change in the way African Americans view food and health.
Steve Harvey and Coca-Cola Launch New Scholarship Program For Minority Students
Steve Harvey and his wife, via their Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation, have partnered with Coca-Cola to create the 2014 Coca-Cola Pay It Forward Scholarship Program.
W.K. Kellogg Foundation Applauds President Obama's Young Men of Color Initiative
La June Montgomery Tabron, president and CEO of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, issued a statement of support to President Obama's new initiative.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Provides Free Tax Assistance and Preparation
AARP Foundation is again providing free tax assistance and preparation for taxpayers with low to moderate income through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program.
Longtime Black Media Executive Tom Picou Succumbs to Heart Attack
Thomas Maurice Sengstacke Picou was a longtime businessman and black media executive who died last week of a heart attack following a medical procedure.
"Breaking The Mental Chains of Black Teenagers" Book Combines Black History With Inspirational Truth
In his new book, Yaba Baker teaches teens how to be leaders, how to be successful in any field, and how to build confidence. He begins by establishing a positive self-identity for teenagers.
Open Letter to Lebron James (Fatherless Anger)
Kenneth Braswell, Executive Director of Fathers Incorporated, writes an open letter to Lebron James about his recent Instagram post about not having a father in his life.

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Award-Winning Journalist Mark Lowery Debuts First Novel, "He PromisD Nvr 2 Leav Me"
The new book tells the story of Taran Johnson, a writer whose serene and opulent New York City lifestyle is derailed when he tries to honor a pledge made years earlier.
Fruitgrass Superfoods Commemorates 1 Year Anniversary By Offering Free Giveaways to Jumpstart Healthy Living
African American Tracey Baaset, the creator of Fruitgrass Superfoods ultra superfood blend, celebrates one year in business.
Black Health TV Announces Programming Partnership With Kitara Media's HealthGuru.com
Black Health TV is the leading online video destination website focused on the health issues of African-American consumers and physicians.
Natural Hair Subscription Service Explodes With 5000% Increase in Sales
Popular CurlKit marks its 2nd anniversary with another major increase in subscribers almost matching their meteoric increase last year.
Reality TV Star and Songwriter Kandi Burruss Renovates Atlanta Mansion
Kandi is featured on "Celebrity Refresh:, a home improvement web series that showcases Rolling Out going behind the scenes into top celebrities' homes.
Blacks Network 2014 Inspirational, Empowerment, Professional Networking Conference on May 3rd
This year Blacks Network Conference is anticipating attendees from Europe, Africa, Canada, and over 2,000 business owners and professionals from across the nation and Atlanta, Georgia area.
Greyhound Package Express Announces Partnership With United We Ship
Greyhound Package Express has announced a new partnership with United We Ship LLC, a Black-owned single-source shipping and logistics provider based in Los Angeles.


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