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Revolution Drummer Bobby Z. Had a Heart Attack Soon After Bidding Farewell to Prince
In September, Bobby Z. bid an emotional farewell to his former bandmate Prince at First Avenue, the legendary Minneapolis nightclub where the two musicians performed in the 1984 movie Purple Rain.
THE INTERNET Details New Album HIVE MIND, Release New Song "Come Over"
Following the release of their incredible song, “Roll (Burbank Funk),” THE INTERNET are pleased to announce the details of their forthcoming fourth album, HIVE MIND, due out July 20th, 2018 on Columbia Records. In addition to “Roll (Burbank Funk),” a brand new song from the record - entitled “Come Over” - can be heard now following its debut as Zane Lowe’s World Record on Beats 1 on Apple Music today; click HERE to listen to it. Following the release of their incredible song, “Roll (Burbank Funk),” THE INTERNET are pleased to announce the details of their forthcoming fourth album, HIVE MIND, due out July 20th, 2018 on Columbia Records. In addition to “Roll (Burbank Funk),” a brand new song from the record - entitled “Come Over” - can be heard now following its debut as Zane Lowe’s World Record on Beats 1 on Apple Music today; click HERE to listen to it.
Understanding the risky combination of diabetes and the coronavirus
While most people are anxious about the coronavirus, people with underlying conditions such as diabetes may be especially so.
Men’s Health Month Gains Virtual Success
Awareness Period Celebrated 26th Anniversary of Men’s Health Week, and was key to helping fight the spread of COVID-19
Men’s Health Month, the annual awareness period dedicated to the health and wellness of men and boys, came to a close this week after a successful 30 days that reached millions of people around the globe through education activities, health screenings, social media, and other events. But the push for men’s health awareness won’t end in June! Men’s Health Network (MHN) continues to advocate for better health outcomes for men, boys, and their families throughout the year.
Council Connection for Monday, July 6
At their Monday, July 6 Virtual Regular Meeting, Councilmembers authorized the execution of a professional services contract for the design of the Parks Department maintenance facility; authorized the negotiation and execution of a contract for the remodeling of Fire Station No. 3 and No. 4.; approved a resolution finding a public purpose and ratifying certain donations related to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) disaster. Here is a rundown of all Council actions at the meeting:
U.S. Bank Offers Financial Support an Demonstrates Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
As we weather the COVID-19 pandemic together, U.S. Bank is here to help. We have developed a single site full of online resources where customers can go to find helpful information regarding their financial needs. Through this online resource and other partnerships, U.S. Bank aims to provide simple, clear information to help individuals and small businesses get through the pandemic and tangible financial assistance to support our communitiesAs the global coronavirus pandemic upends all aspects of our lives, U.S. Bank is uniting with other corporations and longstanding partner organizations that are representing members of underserved and minority communities to advocate for inclusion among Pan-Asians and other cultural segments.
Race in America: 1968 - 2018, in 50 years, how far have we really come?
As 2018 comes to an end, we close out a 50 year period that began with the tumultuous 1968. This was the year Martin Luther King, Jr was assassinated; the year the Fair Housing Act passed; the year the Kerner Commision report revealed the cause of riots; and the same year John Carlos and Tommie Smith gave the Black Power salute at the Olympics.
No One Has Done More For Dark Skin Than Activist Rashida Strober — 5 Books and an Upcoming One-Woman Play in Harlem on November 4th
Nationwide — Get to know Rashida Strober, the world’s first dark skin activist and the inventor of dark skin activism. No one else has done what she has done. Millions came to know who she was through her commentary on the rapper, Kendrick Lamar, back in 2015 which took the world by storm via the power of social media and forced the conversation on dark skin.
GM Secures All Energy Needed to Achieve Renewable Energy Goal 25 Years Ahead of Initial Target
Based on current projections, GM has reached its goal of securing enough renewable energy to power all of its U.S. sites by 2025 As one of the earliest adopters of renewable energy among corporate purchasers, GM has already realized positive cash flows from its portfolio, and expects to continue to do so GM’s long-term investments in local renewable energy projects support grid resiliency, as well as job growth and retention
The ripple effects of Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest still strong a year later
Whenever Quentin Tomlin heads out to play high school football, his mother, Laura, knows one thing is for sure: The team won't take the field without access to an automated external defibrillator, or AED.
Creativity On Display At SEMA As Ford Showcases 10 Custom Builds Featuring Ford Performance Parts, Accessories
Ford to demonstrate the art of personalization with 10 unique vehicle builds on its most popular nameplates at this year’s Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas Following strong customer interest in Ford-backed accessories for vehicles like Bronco, Bronco Sport, Maverick and F-150, Ford continues adding new parts and accessory options for customers to personalize their wheels Ford accessories' sales are up 40 percent from two years ago, with a third of sales coming after purchase
Hatch is Back! All-New 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Wows at the 2018 New York International Auto Show
Talk about going big in the Big Apple! For the first time in North America, Toyota’s newest, stylish, and most technologically-advanced small car, the all-new 2019 Corolla Hatchback, makes its debut at the New York International Auto Show.
Queen + Adam Lambert's VR the Champions to Premiere Globally on Universal Music Group's Vrtgo VR Platform
VR THE CHAMPIONS Compatible on Owl Viewers by Brian May
Legendary English rock band QUEEN + Adam Lambert today announced the launch of their first-ever live-concert VR experience. VR THE CHAMPIONS, in full 360 degree 3-D, will premier to a global audience through VRTGO, Universal Music Group’s VR platform.
TV One's Unsung Season 11 Jagged Edge Premiere Clinches #1 Spot Among AA25-54 in 10 pm Slot
The Sunday, July 9 double episode season premiere of TV One’s original series Unsung, featuring Wyclef Jean and Jagged Edge, drove the network to post its #1 Sunday Primetime performance among P25-54, year to date. The airings of Unsung: Wyclef & Jagged Edge reached 1.4 Million total unique viewers 2+ on Sunday night. Both the Wyclef Jean and Jagged Edge episodes posted strong growth over respective prior Unsung premiere episodes, showcasing viewership growth and the power of this long-standing franchise.
'Click It Or Ticket' Campaign Saves More Than 5,000 Lives
1 in 10 Texans still not buckling up, resulting in 9 percent increase in unbelted deaths in 2016
This month marks the 15th anniversary of the “Click It or Ticket” campaign urging Texans to buckle up. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that since its inception 15 years ago, our life-saving campaign has resulted in 5,068 fewer traffic fatalities. However, from 2015 to 2016, deaths among people not wearing seat belts increased 9 percent.
Hidden Figures Beats La La Land As Best Grossing Oscar Nominee
We bet a lot of folks in Hollywood and beyond didn’t see this coming. We’re talking about the fact that “Hidden Figures” is now the highest grossing Oscar nominated film of the year.
Nick Cannon Says He Lost NBC Hosting Gig Due To ‘N-Word’ Joke
Nick Cannon says that he will no longer be a host of America’s Got Talent. In an emotional post to his Facebook page, he says that jokes involving the “n-word” on his Netflix special were the impetus for a parting of the ways with NBC.
Black Hairstylist Turned Entrepreneur Creates Snap Weave, an Innovative Patent-Pending Hair Extension System
Snap Weave allows women to create a full hairstyle of any length or texture in minutes – with no glue, needles, or installation tools!
Mayor Sylvester Turner Named As Board Of Directors Chair Of Resilient Cities Network
The Network Focuses Its City-Led Entity On Strengthening Cities Capacity To Recover From COVID-19
Mayor Sylvester Turner has been tapped as chair of the board of directors for the Resilient Cities Network.
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Launches Big Yellow Box Catering Options
World’s largest barbecue concept debuts five new self-contained pick-up catering options
This August, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is launching its latest catering innovation with its new Big Yellow Box, designed to conveniently and compactly feed small groups for any occasion.
