Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin are engaged
Singer Justin Bieber and model Hailey Baldwin got engaged over the weekend, a source close to the singer confirmed to CNN.
Japan floods: At least 100 dead after heavy rain and landslides
The rain may have stopped in Japan, but the country is facing a long recovery process after floods and landslides killed at least 90 people in the southwest.
Former coaches come out in support of Jim Jordan amid OSU wrestling sex abuse allegations
Former Ohio State University wrestling coaches showed their support for fellow former coach Jim Jordan Monday, saying they believe his claims that he was not aware of sexual abuse allegations against a former team doctor.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Inducts Five Honorary Members
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA) has inducted singer Yolanda Adams, diplomat Teta V. Banks, astronaut Jeanette J. Epps, activist Chantél Harris, and author Margo Lee Shetterly as honorary members.
Pack Your Bags – We Are Headed to Zota Beach Resort
Things are sizzling in Longboat Key, Florida and it is not due to the sunny summer weather. Zota Beach Resort is heating up the powder soft beaches and turquoise waters of Longboat Key and bringing a Miami flare to the Gulf Coast as Florida’s latest beachfront luxury boutique resort property. With its all white contemporary design, this alluring 187-room resort features immense accommodations including a sun-soaked infinity edged pool, an ultra-chic restaurant with gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico and even a wine bar, which boasts an ambitious menu.
Therapy for Black Girls – It’s Necessary!
I have faith in therapy. There’s something special about working through your life with someone who doesn’t want anything from you. A few years ago, Huffington Post described a few of the benefits of therapy, with emotional assistance and accountability being among them.
Kids in Immigration Court: A Maze with Life and Death Consequences
"Your honor, meet the respondent," immigration attorney Lenni Benson said as she introduced the crying toddler in her arms to the judge that would be hearing the child's case. Benson remembers the incident well. The child was at court with her grandmother, and Benson tried to comfort the crying girl to help the court. "The judge was so frazzled by the crying and said, 'Can someone please take this kid out of my court?'" at which point Benson informed the judge that the child was actually one of her cases.
'Power' star Brandon Victor Dixon Shares Details On Season 5
"Power" star Brandon Victor Dixon says viewers are in for quite the ride in Season 5 of the Starz drama. Dixon, who plays attorney Terry Silver on "Power," tells CNN that his character's relationship with Tasha St. Patrick [Naturi Naughton] will "deepen." In a recent interview with CNN, Dixon dished a bit more on "Power" and talked about that time he called out Vice President Mike Pence following a 2016 "Hamilton" performance.
“Grandad Mandela” by Zazi, Ziwelene & Zindzi Mandela with Sean Qualls
Please tell me a family story. You never get tired of hearing about your Mom and Dad, and how much fun they had on their first date; or that one tale about your uncle (so funny!); or the story about your cousin’s very first car. Please tell me a story, you ask, and in “Grandad Mandela” by Zazi, Ziwelene & Zindzi Mandela and Sean Qualls, two children hear of their great-grandfather’s heroism.
3 Vegan Superfoods Your Skin Should Know About
If you’re a person who lives their life eating a plant-based diet or maintains a lifestyle that doesn’t involve consuming most animal-derived foods, you may have also made the decision to eliminate using everyday beauty products that can potentially endanger or kill animals.
Gang of Five Justices Ignore Law, Will of Elected Representatives
We are witnessing an astounding attack on democracy by the five male right-wing majority of the Supreme Court -- "black robed rulers," Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan called them, "overruling citizens' choices" in a series of 5-4 decisions.
D.L. Hughley Shoots Straight on Police, Mark Fuhrman and Racial Profiling
Hailed as one of the most prolific standup comedians of the past three decades, D.L. Hughley has never been afraid to dig into ethnic stereotypes, economic disparity, relationships, politics… nothing’s off limits. His words are explicit and paint an accurate portrait of societal contradictions and pain in fast forward.
'Whitney' brings heavy hand to Whitney Houston's troubled life
"Whitney," the second feature-length Whitney Houston documentary in 10 months, has the advantage of being produced with cooperation from Houston's estate, providing greater access to those closest to her, including multiple relatives. The overall message, though, is much the same and painfully familiar -- how the price of fame, and being pulled in multiple directions, contributed to the premature end of a one-for-the-ages talent.
DNA tests are in the works for separated migrant children and parents
Whether this practice is beneficial or unethical depends on who you ask. DNA tests are being performed on children and parents to try to reunite migrant families who were separated at the US border, a federal official with knowledge of the reunifications told CNN.
Donald Trump has no answers for the border crisis. And things are about to get worse.
Although the family separation crisis at the nation's southern border has slipped off the front pages, the crisis remains: There are still more than 2,000 children still separated from their parents.
Houston Author and Pastor Mia K. Wright, to Keynote at Alpha Kappa Alpha International Conference
More Than 20,000 Women from Around the World Expected to Converge in Houston for the National Greek Sorority’s 68th International Conference
Houston’s own, Mia K. Wright, co-pastor and director of ministry at The Fountain of Praise, a 20,000-member megachurch, has been selected to serve as a keynote speaker at Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s 68th International Conference, which will kick-off in Houston this week. Wright will speak at the Ecumenical Worship Service on Sunday, July 10, 2018 from 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Kurt Carr and The Kurt Carr Singers will be guest musical artists. The Ecumenical/Worship Service is open to the public, so attendees don’t have to be registered for the conference to attend.
Music and Boxing Industry Mogul James Prince Hosts Book Release Party in Houston
The event will be held from 7-10 pm on July 6, 2018 at Johnny Dang & Co., 6224 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77057
he Houston community is invited to celebrate the release of “The Art and Science of Respect: A Memoir by James Prince.” The book chronicles the mogul’s success, celebrity stories, and sage advice honed through years of representing the nation’s most influential public figures. The book release party will take place on July 6th in Houston at jeweler to the stars Johnny Dang's $4.5 million venue featuring a Q&A with Prince, red carpet influencer arrivals, open bar, lite bites, and a book signing. Confirmed guests include iconic music artists such as Bun B, Trae tha Truth, Slim Thug, and Emmy nominated rapper Paul Wall, among others.
Mayor Turner Announces Festival Grant Awards
Mayor Sylvester Turner today announced the first awardees of the new grant program Festival Grant via the Houston Arts Alliance (HAA). Sixteen festivals with venues across Houston were selected for funding totaling $145,475.
Beyond the Rhetoric: Illegal Immigration: Are the Democrats wading into Quicksand?
The controversies regarding illegal immigration are at a “boiling point”. For decades it was a mild issue. Racial terms such as WOPS (without papers) referred to illegal Italians sneaking in. Wetbacks referred to Mexicans swimming across the Rio Grande River to enter the US illegally. Also, illegal immigration from China was popular on the West Coast. These opportunities were caused by the bustling new United States living out its dream of “Manifest Destiny” by snatching territory or buying it at a bargain whenever possible. The Philippines, Hawaii, Guam, Puerto Rico, US Mexican War and the massive Louisiana Purchase are prime examples of our expansion. We got it through blood, sweat and tears. Time has not healed everything.
Racial Divides Found in Student Loan Defaults
With 44 million consumers owing student debt that now reaches $1.5 trillion and still climbing, a lot of people want to better understand how and why this unsustainable debt trajectory can be better managed. For Black consumers who typically have less family wealth than other races and ethnicities, borrowing is more frequent, and as a result, often leads to five figure debts for undergraduate programs and well beyond $100,000 for graduate or professional degrees.
