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Cardi B's Journey to Stardom Shows the Struggles of Bronx Latinas

Bronx native and proud Dominican-Trinidadian Cardi B, born Belcalis Almanzar, has taken the music industry by storm with her hit single “Bodak Yellow" — earning her Grammy nominations for Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song.

Opening: Kevin Cole and George Smith, Feb. 24 at Nicole Longnecker Gallery

Nicole Longnecker Gallery announces dual exhibitions; “Danci’ with Color” featuring work by Atlanta-based artist Kevin Cole and “George Smith” by Houston icon George Smith from February 24 to March 31, 2018. There will be an artists’ reception on Saturday, February 24, from 5-8pm.

Facebook Partners with the Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation to Support Their 16th Annual HBCU College Festival on Saturday, February 10

Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation Announces Facebook as the Title Sponsor of the Largest Free HBCU College Festival in the United States

Facebook and The Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation have partnered to support the 16th Annual Alfred Street Baptist Church’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) College Festival (Festival). The 2018 Festival will take place on Saturday, February 10 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in Oxon Hill, Maryland.

The Rockland Orange (NY) Chapter of Jack & Jill of America Hosts U.S. Tour of “An Adam Experiment” This Black History Month

Renowned Civic Organization Hosts New Play on the Life of Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. at Rockland County Community College on February 25th to Benefit College Scholarship Fund

In celebration of Black History Month, the Rockland-Orange (NY) Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. will present An Adam Experiment during its second year of touring across the United States on Sunday, February 25, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at the Rockland County Community College’s Cultural Arts Center Theater (145 College Road, Suffern, New York 10901). Ticket prices are $40.00.

The BBVA Foundation Award Goes to James Allison, Creator of the First Immunotherapy to Prove Highly Effective Against Cancer

The BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in the Biomedicine category goes, in this tenth edition, to American immunologist James P. Allison, whose research, says the jury, "had led to harnessing the immune system to combat cancer in patients and the development of new therapies." Allison was the first to demonstrate that immunotherapy can treat cancer effectively, initiating an approach that "has provided clinical benefit to many cancer patients" and "stimulated the development of a new class of drugs employing the immune system to fight cancer."

Rep. Jarvis Johnson Claims Success at Annual State of the District Breakfast

Houston, Texas On Saturday January 20, 2018, State Representative Jarvis Johnson held his annual State of the District Breakfast at Luby’s, where over 100 constituents engaged in a wonderful, delicious breakfast. The event started on time with eager seniors leading the way, and of course, Representative Johnson ensured they among the first served. Each attendee was able to share a candid moment with their State Representative, and many were given the opportunity for a reunion with old friends.

Miley Cyrus, Jamie Foxx, 6lack, Rapsody and More Unveil Limited Edition MCM x WizPak - Grammy's 60th Anniversary

MCM announces first of its kind NEW collaboration between MCM x WizPak. The exclusive backpack style with its breakthrough market technology and unparalleled sound quality was created for the music elite and debuted during Grammy’s 60th Anniversary weekend in NYC.

BakerRipley and United Way of Greater Houston Kick Off 10th Tax Season Providing Free Tax Services

For the 10th tax season, BakerRipley’s free tax program will provide families free, quality tax preparation so they can keep every dollar of their refund, and also help determine eligible tax credits.

Valentine’s Day 2018: Spa Retreat Day for the One You Love

Does your sweetheart need a day of rest, relaxation, and perhaps a little pampering? Does your sweetheart need a day of rest, relaxation, and perhaps a little pampering?

H-E-B Announces 2018 Excellence in Education School District and Early Childhood Finalists and Recognizes Outstanding Public School Boards

H-E-B announced today that eight school districts, five early childhood facilities and five public school boards have been selected as finalists for the retailer’s 17th annual 2018 Excellence in Education Awards program.

Here’s Why Walmart Is Closing 63 Sam’s Club Stores

Walmart is closing 63 of its Sam’s Club stores, which are located throughout the US and Puerto Rico, Business Insider reports. Sam’s Club CEO John Furner said the locations were affecting other stores, likely referring to cannibalization of customers, and that populations did not grow as the company had hoped in certain areas.

Raising Eager Readers

Inspire your little ones to love reading

It can be difficult for parents to know exactly when to start teaching their children how to identify colors and numbers or when the right time is to start reading to them. However, the earlier parents begin reading to their kids, the better prepared they can be once they reach school age.

Communities Across the U.S. Celebrate the Second Annual National Day of Racial Healing With Concerts, Proclamations and Programs

On Jan. 16, communities across the country will celebrate the National Day of Racial Healing (#NDORH) with events and activities as distinct as their participants. High school students, recording artists, civic leaders, teachers, librarians, college students and more will come together in auditoriums, museums, libraries and churches, or on social networks. The array of activities mark the second annual National Day of Racial Healing, established by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) in 2017 to promote healing as a critical path for ending racial bias and creating a society in which all children can thrive.

Philadelphia Museum of Art Acquires Quilts, Sculptures, and Other Works by African American Artists from the South

The Philadelphia Museum of Art has acquired a significant group of works by self-taught African American artists, deepening the museum’s already rich holdings of so-called outsider artists and strengthening its overall collection of art by American people of color. The 24 works include three major assemblages by Thornton Dial, an iron and steel worker, pipe fitter, carpenter, and house painter who lived in Bessemer, Ala., near Birmingham.

"Girls Trip," "Get Out," "Black-ish," Garner Multiple Wins at 49th NAACP Image Awards

The winners of the 49th NAACP Image Awards were announced last night during the live broadcast from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium which aired on TV One. The two-hour live special was hosted by Anthony Anderson and opened with a powerful moment in support of #TIMESUP featuring Angela Robinson, Kerry Washington, Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Laverne Cox, Lena Waithe and Tracee Ellis Ross.

National Civil Rights Leaders Decry Raw Racism of Trump

Amidst Principled Negotiations on the Dream Act, Trump Shows That One Value Drives His Decisions Above All Others: White Supremacy

Yesterday, the raw racism of Donald Trump and those driving his immigration and other policy making decisions were on full display as he called for fewer Black people to be admitted into the United States in favor of white immigrants. This morning, the President doubled down on his comments offering a weak justification for his racist viewpoint.

WEtv Presents Exclusive Season 2 of Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta With Cast Q&A

On Tuesday, January 9th, WEtv presented the first episode of Season 2 of hit show Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta presented by star Bow Wow, who introduced the episode to a jam-packed house at the Woodruff Arts Center's Rich Theater in Midtown Atlanta. Co-stars Reginae Carter, Zonnique Pullins, Brandon Barnes, Shaniah Mauldin and Ayana Fite were also in attendance, joined by supporting cast members Jermaine Dupri, Deb Antney, Da Brat and newcomer singer Jhonni Blaze, who appeared as a guest on season one. The star-studded event saw music and TV luminaries including fellow WEtv stars Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson and her mother "Mama" June Shannon; Towanda and Trina Braxton; and "LA Hair" star Gocha Hawkins; along with "Real Housewives of Atlanta" stars Cynthia Bailey and Kenya Moore; super-producer Bangledash, actors Demetria McKinney and Brad James (from SyFy's "Superstition"); singers Damion Hall (Guy) and Daron Jones (112) and more.

Eight Surprising Health Truths You've Never Heard Before

In today's health-conscious culture, knowledge and truth are powerful agents for healing and continued wellness. Here, Thomas E. Levy, MD, JD, shares eight surprising health truths that will empower you on your journey to lasting health.

Book Challenges Concepts of Nature of Reality, What Is Truth

Richard Lanoix, MD releases ‘The Twin Flames, the Master, and the Game: A Journey to Enlightenment’

Richard Lanoix, MD considers the exploration of consciousness and creativity to be the most important thing in his life, and he has dedicated his life to this endeavor. “The Twin Flames, the Master, and the Game: A Journey to Enlightenment,” (published by Balboa Press) his first novel, is a monument to this endeavor.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Festival Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event

The Southeast Tourism Society (STS) recently honored the Martin Luther King, Jr. Festival as a 2018 Top 20 Event for the month of January.

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