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Christmas Is Coming To The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter At Universal Orlando Resort
The most wonderful time of the year is coming to one of the most immersive theme park experiences ever created. Universal Orlando Resort announced today that a new Christmas experience is coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter as part of its destination-wide Holiday celebration.
‘Twilight Zone’ Reboot Executive Produced by Jordan Peele Gets Greenlight at CBS
“The Twilight Zone” reboot at CBS All Access has officially been ordered to series, the streaming service announced Wednesday.
Yara Shahidi’s Production Imprint Extends Partnership With ABC Signature
Shahidi co-founded 7th Sun Productions with her mother Keri in 2020.
Actress Yara Shahidi is elevating her efforts to bring diverse narratives to television and film. According to Deadline, the 7th Sun Productions founder has extended her deal with ABC Signature.
Lezley McSpadden, Michael Brown’s Mother, Earns High School Diploma Alongside College-Bound Daughter Daysa Brown
Lezley McSpadden, the mother of Michael Brown, recently walked across the stage in Missouri to receive her high school diploma.What’s also interesting is that McSpadden earned her diploma alongside her daughter, Daysa Brown, thanks to the local school district’s adult high school education program, which allowed her to attend classes on weekday afternoons.
Academy Award Winner Common’s Freedom Road Productions Signs Television Deal With Lionsgate
According to Variety.com, actor, producer and Academy Award-winning musician Common has signed an overall deal with Lionsgate Television. Under the new agreement, Common’s Freedom Road Productions will develop new series projects for the studio.
Sugarland Returns to the Stage with “Still the Same” 2018 Tour
The award-winning Country duo Sugarland will make their highly anticipated return to the stage this summer with the “Still the Same” tour. Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush will bring their new live show to the Mandalay Bay Events Center Saturday, June 16 at 7 p.m. The show will feature opening acts Brandy Clark and Clare Bowen.
Local Activist to Be Honored with Justice Medal
Nationally recognized activist and Honey Brown Hope Foundation Founder Tammie Lang Campbell will receive the Justice Medal Award from The Chad Cooper Company on Broadway (Times Square), who is bringing the highly anticipated, nationwide tour of “Justice On Trial: Black Lives Matter Too – The Play” to Houston.
USDA awards $5.5M in grants to conserve community forests
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture awarded $5.5 million in grants for conservation projects on 11 forests from Alaska to North Carolina.
White House and WHIAANHPI Kick Off Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Festivities with History-Making Forum
Vice President Kamala Harris, federal leaders, artists, and trailblazers celebrate community and progress at national event in Washington, DC; Gathering is one of the largest AA and NHPI Heritage Mont
Forum draws more than 1,300 community members, influencers, elected officials, and advocates to address critical priorities; Attendees from over two dozen states and U.S. territories join in-person.
De La Ghetto Shares Latest Project "New Calle" - Latin Superstar Pairs with Aspiring Urban Artist to Create New Street Anthem for Latino Millennials
New Song Available Now on Spotify & Companion Music Video on YouTube
Latin Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter De La Ghetto is excited to announce the release of a special new project called “New Calle” with a brand new song and an accompanying music video.
6 Ideas for a New You in the New Year
The new year is the perfect time to hit the reset button and get a fresh start. Here are six resolution ideas, plus tools and strategies for accomplishing each:
Tim Tebow Foundtion Prom for People with Special Needs Sees Continued Growth
6th Annual Night To Shine to be hosted by more than 720 Churches
With the 2020 Night to Shine just four weeks away, the number of churches across the globe hosting the unforgettable prom night experience, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, is at its highest total since the event first began in 2015. Eclipsing last year’s final count of 655 hosts, over 720 churches have committed to honoring and celebrating people with special needs at this special evening on Friday, February 7, around the world.
“Straight Outta Compton” Producer Will Packer and “Boondocks” Creator Aaron McGruder Reveal Alt-History Drama “Black America” in the Works at Amazon
A century and a half after slavery was abolished in the U.S., the wounds left by one of the darkest periods in American history are far from healed, as evidenced by the controversy surrounding the recent announcement of HBO’s upcoming drama series Confederate, from Game Of Thrones creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, which explores an alternate timeline of seceded southern states where slavery is legal and has evolved into a modern institution.
Lawmakers Renew Fights Over Trump's Border Wall, Abortion
U.S. lawmakers clashed on Tuesday over funding for President Donald Trump’s border wall and women’s reproductive health programs, flashpoints that could threaten funding to keep the federal government operating beyond this month.
Serena Williams Signs On as New “Purple Purse” Ambassador to Promote Financial Empowerment for Domestic Abuse Victims
Serena Williams has signed on as the newest ambassador for Allstate Foundation Purple Purse, the insurance company’s decade-old initiative to provide financial empowerment to domestic abuse victims. The pregnant tennis star takes over for Kerry Washington as ambassador of the organization, which says it has helped about one million women escape abusive relationships through a mix of financial education and job training.
TSU Board of Regents Approve Major 2020 Civic Engagement Census Count Project
On Friday April 17, 2017 the Texas Southern University (TSU) Board of Regents approved a Resolution of Support for the Barbara Jordan - Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs Let's Count People of Color and Low Income Urban Americas 2020 Census Project.
Tim McGraw Announces Headline 2020 Here On Earth Tour
Tim McGraw started the year off right with a headline show at the College Football Playoff Game, performing his new song “Way Down” from a forthcoming album later this year & his Nielsen BDS certified ‘Most Played Radio Song of the Decade’ hit “Something Like That,” and simultaneously announced the major HERE ON EARTH TOUR for 2020. McGraw will join forces with reigning CMA Vocalist of the Year Luke Combs for two can’t-miss summer stadium shows in Philadelphia and Los Angeles.
‘Suits’ Actress Meghan Markle’s Romance With Prince Harry Heats Up
American actress Meghan Markle has attended a celebrity polo match near London where Prince Harry was playing, increasing British press speculation about their relationship.
Twitter Is Now Specifically Focusing On Increasing Black, Latinx And Female Representation
Twitter met or surpassed many of the diversity and inclusion goals it set for itself for 2017, the company announced today. Twitter is now 38.4 percent female, compared to 37 percent in 2016.
The Alchemy of Beauty: Chef Bottura redefines the right elements
Massimo Bottura knows how to mobilize, but it’s his vision that brings people together. In the Chef’s words “You’ll only see imperfection if you don’t look with poetic eyes.”
