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‘Let These Queens Have Their Moment’: Sheryl Lee Ralph and Oprah Winfrey’s Emotional Embrace Almost Derailed, Fans Get Distracted by Demanding Photographer

September 24, 2022
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Multi talented television talk show host Oprah Winfrey sent Emmy award-winner Sherly Lee Ralph a huge bouquet of flowers to congratulate her on winning her first Emmy for popular sitcom Abbott Elementary. Now, Winfrey was finally able to personally congratulate Ralph and discuss all of the 65-year-old actor’s success. Opray Winfrey (left) and Sheryl Lee…

Elijah McClain’s Amended Autopsy Affirms Violent Arrest Caused His Death

September 24, 2022
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Source: Twitter / Twitter Colorado officials finally released updated information related to Elijah McClain’s killing by police in Aug. 2019. Colorado Public Radio reported the autopsy report was changed to death by ketamine. The amended autopsy was released over a year after officials ordered its update. As amended, the autopsy confirms that Elijah died due…

Former FLOTUS Michelle Obama To Kick Off ‘The Light We Carry’ Book Tour In November

September 24, 2022
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Former first lady Michelle Obama is bringing her wisdom and light to six cities for the promotion of her new novel. According to NBC, the Chicago native is kicking off a book tour for The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times in November. “This book means so much to me — it’s a collection…

‘Frantically Trying to Get Out’: Colorado Officer Placed on Leave After 20-Year-Old Woman Was Hit By a Freight Train While She Was Handcuffed In His Patrol Car Parked on Tracks

September 24, 2022
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A young Colorado woman detained by police was seriously injured after getting hit by a freight train as she sat in the back of a patrol car. The cop, who parked his car on the train tracks, has been placed on paid leave as officials investigate the accident. Colorado train wreck (Video Screenshot) On Friday,…

Actor Anthony Mackie Helps Restore New Orleans Homes Damaged By Hurricane Ida

September 24, 2022
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Whether it’s bringing attention to Hollywood’s lack of diversity or leading efforts to increase Black votership, New Orleans-bred actor Anthony Mackie has often used his platform to effect change, and his latest community-driven project was centered on empowering residents in his hometown. The Captain America star led home repair efforts in NOLA for families still…

Black Music Action Coalition Honors Lil Baby With Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award

September 24, 2022
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Source: GottaKeepIt3 / Radio One Digital Honored at the second annual Music in Action Awards Gala hosted by the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC), Atlanta rapper Lil Baby received the Quincy Jones Humanitarian Award. Lil Baby received the honor for his contribution to racial and social justice inside and outside of the music industry. Not…

Was It Necessary To Rape ‘The Woman King’?

September 24, 2022
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Source: Courtesy / Sony Pictures I, like so many other folks, enjoyed The Woman King, a fictional war movie featuring lots of fierce Black women with great muscles and abs running around with glowing skin while killing local enemies and European colonizers. As an adoptee, I connected with Nawi, the abandoned daughter who eventually reunites…

‘Big Sis S–t’: Brandy Uploads Throwback Photo with a Message About Her Brother Ray J Amid Battle With Kardashians

September 24, 2022
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Singer/songwriter Brandy took time out of her day to shout out her ride-or-die brother, Ray J. The “Best Friend” songstress uploaded a black and white throwback photo of her with her younger brother. Brandy and Ray J. @brandy/Instagram In the photo, fans could see Brandy rocking her infamous short braided bob look as she smiled…

Sciatica And Other Rare Health Issues Black People Should Be Aware Of

September 24, 2022
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Source: SDI Productions / Getty Staying on top of health is one of the greatest gifts we can give to ourselves, both from a physical standpoint and just in appreciation of the individual temples keeping us going day-to-day. Health problems can, unfortunately, hit us at random when we least expect it, sometimes due to negligence…

‘A Different World’ 35th Anniversary: How The Iconic HBCU Sitcom Still Influences Black Culture

September 24, 2022
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Source: NBC / Getty HBCU representation in pop culture has seen a significant rise in the last ten years and has helped bring attention to these historic institutions. One of the main pioneers in this space was the legendary show “A Different World,” which aired in a coveted primetime slot on NBC from 1987 to…