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John Legend and Jesse Williams Team for “With Drawn Arms” Documentary Film on 1968 Olympic Protest
John Legend and Jesse Williams are working on a documentary that will look at the 1968 Black Power salute seen around the world. More than four decades before Colin Kaepernick took a knee in silent protest of police brutality and racial injustice, Olympians Tommie Smith and John Carlos made a statement with raised fists during the Summer Olympic games in Mexico City.
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The Tea®, A New Online Book Club Show Features Oprah’s First Book Club Pick of 2018, “An American Marriage” by Tayari
In selecting An American Marriage, Oprah said: “It’s the perfect book to read along with a friend or a family member… you’ll want to talk about it with somebody. It’s one of those books I could not put down!”
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UNCF Report Shows HBCUs Positive, Multi-Billion Dollar Impact on U.S. Economy
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) released a new report on the economic impact historically Black colleges and universities have on the nation’s economy. The study prepared by the University of Georgia’s Selig Center for Economic Growth, found that the nation’s HBCUs contribute nearly $15 billion to the nation’s economy.
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The 8th Annual Festival of African Arts, Culture and Entertainment 2021 Houston AfriFEST
Houston, the most diverse city in the U.S. will again take center stage as it pays tribute to the continent of Africa. On Saturday, October 16, 2021 the Nigerian American Multicultural Council (NAMC) will host its 8th annual Houston AfriFEST - a festival of African arts, culture, and entertainment from Noon to 6:00 p.m. on the grounds of the Houston Baptist University, located at 7502 Fondren Rd., Houston, TX 77074.
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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Rings in the Season with the Ultimate Holiday Gift Cards
Texas-style BBQ restaurant offers two gift card deals throughout the holiday season
In the spirit of the giving season, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is offering barbecue lovers everywhere the chance to stack, save and share with gifts that keep on givin’.
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Houston Resident Launches Fundraising Campaign to Help Domestic Violence Survivors
Support this fundraising campaign to provide resources and safe spaces for survivors of domestic violence.
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Eddie Murphy and Tracee Ellis Ross Star in Candy Cane Lane
Candy Cane Lane Premieres Globally on Prime Video December 1, 2023 Celebrate the Holidays With Us!
● Eddie Murphy is coming to town, bringing his trademark comedic chops to his first holiday film! ● The film reunites director Reginald Hudlin, Murphy, and producer Brian Grazer for the first time since their 1992 hit, Boomerang. ● The screenplay comes from Kelly Younger, inspired by his own holiday experiences on Candy Cane Lane in El Segundo, California.
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New Community-Owned Marketplace Bringing the Real-World to the Metaverse
ClubRare is making a huge splash in the NFT world by bringing it to the mainstream. The NFTs aren't just digital goods, but represent ownership of a real-world authenticated collectible. These NFTs are traded in the ClubRare collector-focused economy, and brought to life in the Metaverse.
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Kedrick Brown, Renowned Houston Actor and Inspiration, Set to Guest Star on 'The Rookie'
Educates Theatre Students in Cy-Fair Independent School District
Kedrick Brown, the versatile and accomplished actor known for his captivating performances on hit TV shows such as 'The Chosen,' 'New Amsterdam' and 'Black Lightning,' is poised to leave a lasting impact in both Hollywood and the classroom. On April 9, 2024, Brown will grace the small screen once again with a guest appearance on the acclaimed ABC TV show 'The Rookie,' captivating audiences with his unparalleled talent. Beyond his television endeavors, Brown is committed to nurturing the next generation of actors and performers, and his dedication to the Cy-Fair Independent School District reaffirms his commitment to inspiring and empowering young artists.
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K. Michelle Rebellious Soul, LHHATL, LHHNY
On Tuesday, July 30th K. Michelle visited him to promote her Rebel Against event. It gives her new album, Rebellious Soul a bigger platform to make a major impact. She goes to various cities asking girls and women, "What are rebelling against?" In Houston, she partnered with Saving Our Daughters to host the Houston event. I wanted to know if you could blur the faces of the people walking around the background. A lot them are in hiding from their abusers. I don't know why they were trying to get on camera. Showing their faces could put their safety in danger.
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Director Charles Samuels Visits Houston
Photography by Vicky Pink On Thursday, April 9, 2015, Houston Style Magazine was on hand …
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Second-Grader Creates Kid’s Historical Bike Tour Through Marion
Greta Agnew, a second-grader from Pennsylvania, visits her grandparents in Marion every summer.
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Music Tourism Convention postponed to 2021 due to COVID-19
Music Tourism Convention postponed to 2021 due to COVID-19
The fifth edition of the Music Tourism Convention, originally scheduled for this September in Cleveland, Mississippi, has been postponed until 2021.
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Astros Sign First And Second 2019 MLB Draft Picks
The Houston Astros have been busy since the conclusion of the 2019 Major League Baseball Draft. They have signed 19 of their 40 selections including their top-two picks who were able to visit the park this week to meet with the media and take batting practice with the team.
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Mayor Turner Welcomes Hewlett Packard Enterprise HQ Relocation to Houston Region
Earlier this afternoon, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) announced the company will relocate its global headquarters from San Jose, California to the Houston region and its new Springwoods Village campus. The expansion and headquarters relocation to the Houston area has the potential to add hundreds of jobs in the coming years.
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Halle Berry celebrated her birthday with a Barbie-themed party
Halle Berry channeled her inner Barbie for her 57th birthday. The Oscar winner visited World of Barbie in Santa Monica, Calif., with her boyfriend, Van Hunt, and 15-year-old daughter, Nahla, who wore pink along with her mom for the outing.
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RODEOHOUSTON 2015 Entertainer Lineup
RODEOHOUSTON tickets go on sale Saturday, Jan. 17, at 10 a.m. Create your MyAXS account and join the virtual waiting room when it opens at 9 a.m.: http://smarturl.it/RH_AXS_Signup || MUSIC: 2015 RODEOHOUSTON Theme Song "Party With Your Boots On" by George Ducas
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Digital Pioneer Roland Martin and Grammy Award Winning Artist Jay King Support Small Black Businesses During Coronavirus Pandemic
As the newly elected CEO and president of the California Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC), Grammy Award winning artist/entertainer and veteran music industry executive, Jay King, recently joined award winning journalist and talk show host Roland Martin, on his daily show, "Roland Martin Unfiltered" to raise financial support for struggling Black owned enterprises. King's interview with Martin boosted the CBCC's "Everybody Pitch In" GoFundMe campaign close to the $10,000 mark for funds raised to support California-based small Black businesses.
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GM Opens $65 Million Parts Processing Center, Pushing GM’s Flint-Area Employment Above 9,500
Today General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) opened a new ACDelco and GM Genuine Parts processing center in the Flint, Michigan, suburb of Burton. The state-of-the-art facility will employ more than 800 hourly and salaried employees.
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Anthony Browder makes history as the first African American to lead and fund an archeological excavation project in Egypt – and with the discovery of 2700 year old Nubian artifacts recently installed
Washington DC’s own, Anthony “Tony” Browder makes history as the first African American to lead and fund an archeological excavation project in Egypt. In May 2018, Mr. Browder, his daughter Atlantis Tye Browder, and the ASA Restoration Project excavation team discovered 2700-year-old Kushite artifacts that were recently installed in the Egyptian Museum in Luxor. Mr. Browder and his team are continuing the difficult work of bringing to light ancient knowledge that will dramatically change our understanding of Nile Valley history and culture forever.
